Researching for Writers : How to Gather Material for Articles, Novels and Non-fiction Books

Whether writing for fact or fiction, research is essential. This book aims to take the reader step-by-step through the research process to the finished project. It explains where and how to find material, how to use it and how to compile questionnaires and conduct interviews. ISBN......Page 1 Halftitle......Page 2 How To Books on Successful Writing......Page 3 Title......Page 4 © Copyright 1998......Page 5 Contents......Page 6 List of Illustrations......Page 11 Preface......Page 12 1 Preparing Your Topic......Page 14 2 Discovering Research Techniques......Page 23 3 Using Personal Documents......Page 36 4 Interviewing Useful Contacts......Page 43 5 Preparing Questionnaires......Page 50 6 Soaking Yourself in the Atmosphere......Page 58 7 Reliving the Past......Page 65 8 Travelling the World......Page 78 9 Doing Things Your Way......Page 82 10 Producing the Finished Work......Page 90 Glossary......Page 98 Useful Reference Books......Page 99 Useful Addresses......Page 100 Internet Cafes [Cafés]......Page 101 Index......Page 102 Whether you are writing fact or fiction, good research is essential if you want to add authority and vitality to your work. Field takes you step-by-step through the research process, showing where and how to find material, and how to use it