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Narrative Design: Working with Imagination, Craft, and FormFocusing on the big picture as well as the crucial details, Bell examines twelve stories by both established writers (including Peter Taylor, Mary Gaitskill, and Carolyn Chute) and his own former students. A story's use of time, plot, character, and other elements of fiction are analyzed, and readers are challenged to see each story's flaws and strengths. Careful endnotes bring attention to the ways in which various writers use language. Bell urges
Focusing on the big picture as well as the crucial details, Bell examines twelve stories by both established writers (including Peter Taylor, Mary Gaitskill, and Carolyn Chute) and his own former students. A story's use of time, plot, character, and other elements of fiction are analyzed, and readers are challenged to see each story's flaws and strengths. Careful endnotes bring attention to the ways in which various writers use language. Bell urges writers to develop the habit of thinking about form and finding the form that best suits their subject matter and style. His direct and practical advice allows writers to find their own voice and imagination.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Published: 04/17/2000
ISBN: 9780393320213
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.09lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.44w x 0.65d
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★★★★★ 5
Long lasting
Color: Black Walnut
I’ve had this for two years and it still looks brand new after every day use. Love it.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2026
★★★★★ 2
Fairly priced but the finish leaves something to be desired
Color: Black Walnut
This wrist rest looks very nice, but I'd give the finish of the wood a C. There are a few rather rough patches, one that feels like it will develop into splinters eventually if it's not refinished. I'm using it for now, but I'm definitely going to refinish it at some point and it's inspired me to make my own wrist rests from scratch out of hardwood. I gave this two stars because it's very pretty and it's fairly comfortable to use. The wood used is pretty expensive, so I'd say that the price of this item is rather fair. I just wish they put a better finish on materials that are so nice.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2021
★★★★★ 5
Great black leather tray for top of dresser
Color: Black
Excellent item, better than described. Very nice leather inside base. Nice leather trim. Exactly what I was looking for. I give 5 stars 👍
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Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Built to Last
Color: Black
When purchasing little practical and intentional pieces... it's easy to pick something of lesser value. Looking at all other styles and options, you see buttons and Velcro and magnets and they look enticing. But at the end of the day, you want the satisfaction of knowing you made the right choice. Pay a little extra and get what you want. This little tray will be in your possession for years to come. It's clean and sturdy and classy. Maybe a 2-tone color palette would be a nice option for future builds.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2026
★★★★★ 5
As advertised
Color: Brown
Great item.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2026