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Non-fiction is an account or representation of a subject which is presented as fact. This presentation may be accurate or not; that is, it can give either a true or a false account of the subject in question. However, it is generally assumed that the authors of such accounts believe them to be truthful at the time of their composition. Non-fiction is one of the two main divisions in writing, particularly used in libraries, the other being fiction. However, non-fiction need not be written text necessarily, since pictures and film can also purport to present a factual account of a subject.
Types
Essays, journals, documentaries, scientific papers, photographs, biographies, textbooks, blueprints, technical documentation, user manuals, diagrams and journalism are all common examples of non-fiction works, and fiction within any of these works is usually regarded as dishonest. Other works can legitimately be either fiction or non-fiction, such as letters, magazine articles, histories, websites, speeches and travelogues. Although they are mostly either one or the other it is not uncommon for there to be a blend of both, particularly non-fiction with a dash of fiction for added spice.
Distinctions
The numerous literary and creative devices used within fiction are generally thought inappropriate for use in non-fiction. They are still present particularly in older works but they are often muted so as not to overshadow the information within the work. Simplicity, clarity and directness are some of the most important considerations when producing non-fiction. Audience is important in any artistic or descriptive endeavour but it is perhaps most important in non-fiction. In fiction, the writer believes that readers will make an effort to follow and interpret an indirectly or abstractly presented progression of theme, whereas the production of non-fiction has more to do with the direct provision of information. Understanding of the potential readers use for the work and their existing knowledge of a subject are both fundamental for effective non-fiction. Despite the truth of non-fiction it is often necessary to persuade the reader to agree with the ideas and so a balanced, coherent and informed argument is also vital. Mark Twain said, paraphrased: "The difference between fiction and non-fiction is that fiction must be absolutely believable." More on [ Non-fiction ]
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EliseGChand (Elise Chand) Thu, 17 Dec 2009 05:12:04 -0000
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RT @goodreads: Vote in the 2009 Goodreads Choice Awards: fiction, nonfiction, YA series, romance, fantasy, and more! http://bit.ly/90soJ7
PageTurnersBlog (PageTurners) Thu, 17 Dec 2009 03:40:59 -0000
RT @goodreads: Vote in the 2009 Goodreads Choice Awards: fiction, nonfiction, YA series, romance, fantasy, and more! http://bit.ly/90soJ7
Has started my book list for 2010. I hv a gd list goin, but am still open 4 suggestions, prefer nonfiction. On the "feed my mind" ish! lol
N_LaShe (Natasha Ramsey) Thu, 17 Dec 2009 03:36:19 -0000
Has started my book list for 2010. I hv a gd list goin, but am still open 4 suggestions, prefer nonfiction. On the "feed my mind" ish! lol
I have to hand in a portfolio for my nonfiction class tomorrow and then I'm going home...yay no more bsu
Howl_saya (M_K) Thu, 17 Dec 2009 03:10:55 -0000
I have to hand in a portfolio for my nonfiction class tomorrow and then I'm going home...yay no more bsu
One dozen nonfiction reviews of new books! http://www.internetreviewofbooks.com/
IntReviewBooks (Int. Review of Books) Thu, 17 Dec 2009 03:07:28 -0000
One dozen nonfiction reviews of new books! http://www.internetreviewofbooks.com/
What if Michael Crichton's books - some of them - were nonfiction?
slavkandyba (Slav Kandyba) Thu, 17 Dec 2009 03:02:42 -0000
What if Michael Crichton's books - some of them - were nonfiction?
African Books Collective - Specialist publisher of African interest books. Online purchasing.
Meta Description: [ african books collective is a non-profit organisation that distributes and markets books from particular african publishers ]
AJP Publishing - Publish A5 booklets aimed at the manufacturing and specifier markets. Details of products.
arden davies publishing - Legal publishers of journals specialising in the law applicable to the public sector in England and Wales. Online subscription + samples.
Meta Description: [ Legal publishers specialising in the law applicable to the public sector in England and Wales. We aim to present legal information in plain language, highlighting the practical implications of legal developments - as soon as they happen. ]
Artemis Music - Music and media publishing company specialising in books for musicians. Online purchasing and sample mp3 files.
Meta Description: [ Artemis Music, a media music and publishing company based at Pinewood Studios. Artemis Editions publishes books for musicians. ]
Communications In Action - UK Company specialising in personal and professional development books and media. Newsletter, downloadable mp3 files and online shop.
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Guidon Publishing - UK publishing company. Small range of titles.
IPS Educational Publishers - A suppliers of practice materials for pupils preparing for eleven plus examinations. Overview of the company and their products, prices and contact information.
Meta Description: [ 11 Plus exam papers for Bucks, Kent, Linconshire grammar school entrance exams. Eleven plus practice exam papers for 11+ verbal reasoning and mathematics tests available as free download from the author of the BBC online eleven plus tests. ]
Lovepublishing - Publisher of childrens books.
Meta Description: [ lovepublishing.co.uk - publisher of childrens books. ]
Martin Austen Publishing - Producers of The Commercial Property Register - a series of regional property magazines.
Meta Description: [ Martin Austen Publishing. Publishers of the Commercial Property Register. Offering UK advertisers a cost effective means of targeting local business and major national companies seeking office, industrial and commercial premises in England and Scotland. ]
McDermott Publishing - Publishers for the UK Building and Construction Industry. titles include Building News, DABS, The Builder and The Architect.
Meta Description: [ McDermott Publishing are publishers of builidng and construction magazines and product cards. Titles include DABS magazine, The Builder, The Architect, Building News and DABS product cards. ]
Microform - Incorporating Microform Imaging Ltd, Microform Academic Publishers and Microform Services and Document Management. Offer publishing, imaging facilities and microfilming and microfiche production. Details of services and publications list.
Meta Description: [ Microform offers Academic publishing, Microfilm as well as business CD-Rom Storage scanning and Microfiche ]
Philip Wilson Publishers - Publishers of illustrated art books for museums, collectors, art and antiques dealers. Catalogue and contact details.
Tfm Publishing Ltd. - Specialists in the fields of motor sport, medical, general health and legal books. Contact details and feed back form.
Meta Description: [ tfm Publishing Ltd is a young and dynamic company specialising in the diverse fields of motor sport, medical, general health and legal book, magazine and newsletter publishing and book sales. tfm offers authors - lawyers, doctors and surgeons as well as motor sport specialists - high quality publ... ]
The Short Book Company - Publishers of short books. Details of titles published.
The Women's Press Feminist Publishers - Leading women's publishing house. Books for women: fiction, lesbian, non-fiction, crime, young women.
Witherbys's Home Page - Technical publications for the marine and insurance industries
Meta Description: [ Shipping Publications, Marine Publications, Healthcare Governance Publications, Marine Surveying Diploma, Marine Diploma, Governance Matters, Marine Surveyor, Boat Surveyor, Professional development for healthcare, professional development for seafarers, professional development for marine survey... ]
Zed Books - Publish some forty books annually on international and Third World issues.
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