I thought an additional review of Jodie Renner's book would be more helpful than my comments. My need of Jodie Renner's book is different that existing writer or beginning writers. I wanted to improve my business-to-business communications. I have posted reviews on Amazon and Goodreads and have focused on writing my review instead of cut and pasting. From the time I read Jodie Renner's FIRE UP YOUR FICTION, I have focused on different areas in her book. Renner's resources and examples are very important to one focusing on improving their writing skills.

Jodie Renner earned this 5 star rating one piece of advice at a time. FIRE UP YOUR FICTION an Editor's Guide for Writing Compelling Fiction.

My reason for selecting any book whether it is fiction or non-fiction comes from an interest in the story line, topic, research, or interest in an author I haven't read. I made the decision I wanted to improve my writing skills. Renner's book was recommended by authors and educators, I asked to point me to a textbook I could set by my computer.

Renner's guide provides me with the writing tools, I need to do a better job of communicating and improve my writing skills, eliminating common mistakes. If any aspiring author is looking for a reference book, they need not look any further then "Fire Up Your Fiction". to the new title "Fire Up Your Fiction",

Anyone in need of a blueprint on how to write a good fictional story needs to read this book. If you are just getting started, Renner will take you step by step through the writing process from development of a story with a strong plot and exciting characters. A beginner will find this book has the answers to their questions. I use email and Facebook to connect with business associates and friends. I wanted to learn how to deliver a compelling message with fewer words.

Authors looking to improve their writing will find "Fire Up Your Fiction" will help them create strong characters, tighten up story lines, maintain the pacing, and wrap up the story. Renner shares the do's and don'ts of good writing by hooking the reader's involvement in the story. If an existing author wants to improve or put more fire into their work, they will find references to resources addressing the writer's concerns. Renner's book will help you self-edit your book, making sure you give your characters a strong natural voice, how to cut down on unnecessary words, give pointers on how to tell the story and how not to lecture the reader.

If you are looking to improve your day-to-day writing skills, business letters, book reviews, or newsletters, "Fire Up Your Fiction" is the answer to your needs. What I found useful was Renner's willingness to share other resource material she has used to develop her editing skills. I have no trouble giving Jodie Renner's "Fire Up Your Fiction" a 5 star rating.

An Essential Guide Every Writer Must Have
Fire Up Your Fiction is a book every fiction writer needs to have. I've read dozens of writing craft books, and this one is a gem. Jodie Renner addresses all the crucial issues and components in a novel and shows with great right-and-wrong examples how to trim and tighten your writing. As a professional copyeditor she brings years of expertise to the fore and examines both the big-picture issues involved in cutting or revising scenes as well as the many micro issues such as clunky dialog and overuse of adverbs and adjectives. As a professional novelist, copyeditor, and writing coach, I can honestly say this comprehensive book covers everything a writer at any level needs to make a novel sizzle.

An indispensable guide for fiction writers!,

What a terrific book! Jodie Renner’s Fire Up Your Fiction is a masterful, solid reference for fiction writers whether you’re just starting out or just need a brush up on your fundamentals. Her advice, written in a no-nonsense, straight forward style is easy to follow and to apply to your own work. My only regret is that I didn’t pick the book up sooner.

Excellent Resource for Any Writer

Jodie Renner has achieved a remarkable feat here--she's distilled everything a fiction writer needs to know to draft edgy, compelling fiction into a short and sweet book. And she's done it by excluding all the fluff other craft books use as filler. Even if you only read one of her chapters it will be worth the `investment' you will make as a writer. It'll take you a few hours to get through it, but it's two hours you can't afford not to dedicate to this book if you care about your writing career.

Of course she includes the core writing techniques required for publishable manuscripts such as show vs. tell, deep POV, natural sounding dialogue, and all the rest. But what's exceptionally useful is that the book is essentially a micro-manual for quick, easy-to-learn techniques to pare down your writing and make it lean and mean. Read this and you will avoid the sort of mundane writing that tries too hard and puts off today's busy readers--or worse, agents and publishers. No matter how good of a writer you think you are, or no matter how complete you think your manuscript is, I guarantee you will find something in this book to improve your writing and to substantially enhance your chances of getting published.

“Editing ‘Dream Team’

“After reading Fire up Your Fiction: An Editor’s Guide, I want author Jodie Renner on my writing ‘Dream Team’!

“This book inspired a complete manuscript rewrite using Jodie's professional perspective. I learned volumes about writing and myself in this concise editor’s guide.”

~ Mark Wayne Adams, President, Florida Authors and Publishers Association, Oct. 9, 2014