Writers & Artists Hideouts: Great Getaways for Seducing the Muse
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Book Description
"Family, friends and society are the natural enemies of the writer. He must be alone, uninterrupted and slightly savage if he is to sustain and complete an undertaking."-author, Lawrence Clark Powell The desire to be creative is often at odds with the routines of daily life. Literary agent Andrea Brown combines her love of travel and adventure with her search for perfect places to seduce the muse and delivers a charming, practical guide that enlightens the curious traveler and provides astute advice from editors, literary agents, authors, illustrators, art directors and other creative people on harnessing one's creativity. Listed are locations all over the country, from $19 per night hostels to $1,000 per night luxury hotels. There are ranches, lighthouses, boats, bed and breakfasts, and even a museum to sleep in, all listed by region.
About the Author
Andrea Brown formed her literary agency in 1981. Formerly, an editor at Alfred A. Knopf, she has sold more than 1,000 books to just about every publisher. Brown is a regular speaker at numerous writers conferences. She has published numerous articles; been interviewed in Forbes, Good Housekeeping, and Writer's Digest; appeared on C-Span's "Book Notes" and is executive director of the Big Sur Writing Workshops for children's books and adult fiction.
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