Keep It Real

<p>Writers of memoir and narrative nonfiction are experiencing difficult days with the discovery that some well-known works in the genre contain exaggerations--or are partially fabricated. But what are the parameters of creative nonfiction? Keep It Real begins by defining creative nonfiction. Then it explores the flexibility of the form--the liberties and the boundaries that allow writers to be as truthful factual and artful as possible. A succinct but rich compendium of ideas terms and techniques Keep It Real clarifies the ins and outs of writing creative nonfiction. Starting with acknowledgment of sources running through fact-checking metaphor and navel gazing and responsibilities to their subjects this book provides all the information you need to write with verve while remaining true to your story.</p>