First published 1993
Before they were literary giants, they were just kids scribbling stories. First Words unveils the childhood writings of beloved authors, from Stephen King's hard-boiled mystery to John Updike's young detective. Tracing the early ideas that would later captivate the world, this delightful collection shines a light on the creative minds of budding writers.
Genres: 20th-century, 21st-century, books-about-books, academic
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: found-family
Period: 20th Century
502 pages · Hardcover · Algonquin Books