This is an interesting book, though Brooks doesn't have much new to say. Or maybe he did in 2003 when this was published, but now it's old hat. If you're a huge fan of Terry Brooks there are some interesting anecdotes and chapters that go into the behind the scenes of his books, but if you're a writer looking for new information, maybe skip it. Especially if you've read all of KM Weiland's advice, because I'm about 90% sure this is where she got most of it.