{"product_id":"9781599638157","title":"The Writer's Guide to Weapons: A Practical Reference for Using Firearms and Knives in Fiction","description":"\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\/Contributor(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003eSobieck, Benjamin; Morrell, David\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWriter's Digest Books\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\/9\/2015\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003ePaperback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003eNEW\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003eWhen it comes to writing weapons, most authors shoot from the hip--and miss. \u003ci\u003eThe Writer's Guide to Weapons\u003c\/i\u003e will help you hit your target every time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirearms and knives have starring roles in a wide range of genres--crime, thriller, war, mystery, Western, and more. Unfortunately, many depictions of weapons in novels and film are pure fiction. Knowing the difference between a shotshell and a slug, a pistol and a revolver, or a switchblade and a butterfly knife is essential for imbuing your story with authenticity--and gaining popularity with discerning readers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInside you'll find:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   • An in-depth look at the basics of firearms and knives: how they work, why they work, what they look like, and how to depict them accurately in your stories.\u003cbr\u003e   • The biggest weapons myths in fiction, TV, and film.\u003cbr\u003e   • A surefire guide for choosing the correct weapon for your characters, no matter their skill level, strength, or background.\u003cbr\u003e   • A review of major gun and knife laws, weapons safety tips,and common police tactics.\u003cbr\u003e   • \"The Hit List,\" showcasing the most popular weapons for spies, detectives, gunslingers, gangsters, military characters, and more.\u003cbr\u003e   • Examples highlighting inaccurate vs. accurate weapons depictions.\u003cbr\u003e   • An insightful foreword by David Morrell, the award-winning creator of Rambo.\u003cbr\u003e Equal parts accessible, humorous, and practical, \u003ci\u003eThe Writer's Guide to Weapons\u003c\/i\u003e is the one resource you need to incorporate firearms and knives into your fiction like a seasoned professional.","brand":"Writer's Digest Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44215878877439,"sku":"9781599638157","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0452\/0886\/2873\/files\/9781599638157_s600x595.jpg?v=1777307132","url":"https:\/\/massivebookshop.com\/products\/9781599638157","provider":"MASSIVE BOOKSHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}