Writing Biography and Autobiography

Download or read book Writing Biography and Autobiography written by Brian D. Osborne and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2004 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many of us have wanted to write a life-storybut have been unsure how to set about it or how to bring such a project to completion. Whether you are planning to write about your own family or research the life of a famous historical figure, this book will assist, advise and encourage you. The author looks at all aspects of writing biography and autobiography, including: the reasons for biographical writing; choosing your subject; identifying your audience; research methods; organising the information; and writing up your material. There are also sections on legal issues, copyright and finding a publisher.