NON-FICTION

In Chapter 14 of 17, after taking multiple non-fiction classes at Washington University, aspiring writer Scott Gold embraces the format's artistic balance. Non-fiction fundamentals appeal most to Gold, namely its fact-based structure and the complementary broad creative license a writer uses to build upon that base.

Author Gay Talese talks about that the constraints of reality have turned many great writers away from non-fiction. Yet, with the proper patience and engagement with a subject, those bound to the facts can write with the same freedom as any novelist.

Daisy Whitney, one of the most astute chroniclers of the online video scene, and an online video celebrity herself, has joined Beet.TV as a regular contributor. Her title is Senior Producer. Daisy's byline graces TV Week, MediaPost and other outlets. She has a podcast, titled The Week in Media and video blog titled the New Media Minute. Oh, and by the way, the Brown University grad writes non fiction books and consults. Whew! Sure glad she has time for Beet.TV! This segment was taped and ed

With a pedigree in non-fiction and reality shows, Bravo is looking to mimic it's on-air advertising strategy on the Web by incorporating sponsors into shows, the network's new media chief Lisa Hsia told Beet.TV at the NATPE LA TV Fest in earlier this month. "There have always been regular commercials and brand integration [on-air]," said Hsia, senior VP of Bravo Digital Media. "Now, we are applying that to the digital world so revenues come from pre-roll and banner but also from product int

The creators behind "Lonelygirl15" and the UK-based "KateModern" have produced a new web series based in the LG15 universe, "LG15: The Resistance," set to premiere September 20. It's been a long journey since the pretended non-fiction debut of "Lonelygirl15" in 2006; the creators have formed social entertainment company EQAL and raised $5 million in venture funding.

In Chapter 7 of 15, writer and "The Art of Eating In" author Cathy Erway shares why she writes and what early experiences helped shape her passion into a career. Beginning early, Erway dictates stories to her older brother, who then writes them down and presents them to their parents. Erway attends college for creative writing and, over time, finds literary non-fiction writing and reading most appealing.

Book trailer for the non-fiction book, "Lessons Learned: Loving Yourself as a Black Woman." Visit the author here.

Book trailer for the non-fiction book, "Lessons Learned: Loving Yourself as a Black Woman." Visit the author here.

Book trailer for the non-fiction book, "Lessons Learned: Loving Yourself as a Black Woman." Visit the author here.

(Eugene, OR) - Top Local Stories -- During this year-long celebration of Oregon's 150th birthday, libraries are featuring fiction and non-fiction books about Oregon.