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Writing a non-fiction book is a major undertaking, and this short ebook is your essential guide to the project. It divides the task into three parts, outlining the key essentials all writers need to know, and the biggest mistakes to avoid. Part 1 takes the reader through the process of coming up with the idea of the book, through to proposing it and selling it to a publisher. Part 2 covers the actual research and writing - as well as understanding...
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Writing a book can be a daunting task, but conducting research to support your writing can be just as challenging. With "Top Ten Steps to Research Like a Pro," you'll learn how to conduct research like a pro, from identifying your research needs to analyzing your findings.
This book provides practical tips on how to use reliable sources, develop a research plan, and organize your materials effectively. You'll learn how to take detailed notes, keep...
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Trying to fit novel writing around the rest of your life? Writing and finishing a novel can feel overwhelming. And, if you're like most writers, you need to fit writing around other responsibilities and goals. Maybe you're working at a separate job or profession, raising a family, or pursuing a degree (or all of the above). But there's good news. No matter what else is happening in your life, you can write a novel in a year. The One-Year Novelist...
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Love scenes are arguably some of the most difficult scenes to write. How do you keep each scene from sounding the same? Where is the line between too real and too far into fantasy? Which words and euphemisms will work with your tone, and which will kill the mood? When should you show every camera angle? When should you fade to black? There's a lot to it, and a well-written love scene can make or break a story. No pressure, right? Award-winning romance...
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Are you an author, in pursuit of scenes that captivate and narrative arcs that mesmerize?As an editor, do you strive to revise your clients' scenes so that they consistently engage the reader?Fear not, for "Three Story Method: Editing Your Scenes with ChatGPT" is the tool you've been searching for. This unparalleled resource illuminates the path to scene mastery, guiding you to craft sequences that pulse with tension, emotion, and transformative arcs....
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Books require publishing to be seen.
You publish your book so people can buy it. But how?
From things to do before publication to the fear to your publishing options, this brilliant insightful and very easy-to-understand book gives you so much information about how to publish your amazing book.
To start getting your book into the world. You NEED this book.
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Hi there, fellow storyteller! Do your stories feel flat and uninspired? Does your writing lacks a certain spark? Well, Advanced Plot Twists will infuse some hefty dollops of boomph into your storytelling! It's a treasure trove of knowledge for writers of all genres who want to elevate their storytelling abilities. This 74-page book will quickly transform your narratives from mundane to absolutely mind-blowing. If you want to captivate your readers...
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This Topic Workbook will help you create exciting antagonists that truly challenge the protagonists in your work, creating interesting, exciting, complex characters. Learn how to create the antagonist's circle and develop the antagonist as a fully-developed individual, not an idea or a cipher. Combination of topics, exercises, and examples that you can re-visit with every story.
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The thing about writing is... This industry moves fast! How can you keep up with the rapid pace of publishing in a way that works for you? You're looking for a simple way to write novels in record time because-let's face it-growing your backlist is one of the best ways to reach more readers quickly. Whether you're new to writing, or an experienced author with several novels under your belt, this book can help you. In How to Write Novels Fast: Productivity...
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Unfinished projects drain creative energy. This Topic Workbook, based on Devon Ellington's popular workshop, takes you step-by-step through each unfinished project to decide if it's worth reviving, putting in stasis, or laying to rest, once and for all. Complete strong work, solve problems that got you stuck in the first place to turn it into something workable, and let go of projects that have outlived their purpose. Learn how to work revived projects...
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John Gardner's classic exploration of the creative processes and career paths of modern fiction writers. In this essential guide, John Gardner advises the aspiring fiction author on such topics as the value of creative writing workshops, the developmental stages of literary growth, and the inevitable experience of writer's block. Drawn from his two decades of experience in creative writing, Gardner balances his compassion for his students with his...
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Keeping a journal is easy. Keeping a life-altering, soul-enlightening journal, however, is not. At its best, journaling can be among the most transformative of experiences, but you can only get there by learning how to express yourself fully and openly. Enter Samara O'Shea.
O'Shea charmed readers with her elegant and witty For the Love of Letters. Now, in Note to Self, she's back to guide us through the fun, effective, and revelatory process of...
13) The Outline
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Why bother to write an outline?
Many beginners don't see the need for an outline. So, they write Chapter 1 at the top and start. Most don't get far then, or they do a very 'beginner's' job of what they do write.
The great majority of established authors still write an outline for every new book they attempt. The more books they've written, the more they understand the importance of outlining first.
Outlining creates a tool. It is a very valuable...
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SELF PUBLISHING TIPS is a simple writing and publishing guide for new and aspiring authors who want to be independent and learn the art of self-publishing.The author, Brenda Mohammed has successfully self-published 59 books to date.Many of her books attained bestselling rankings on release, and she won several international literary awards.She has simplified the process of self-publishing for new writers and has added helpful topics on marketing and...
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This is little book 4 in the series. It is about your characters.
It is about the importance of characters in your story. It is about creating characters and getting to know them well. It is not about any other aspect of writing, and for that reason I hope beginners will take the small amount of time needed to read this book.
Your characters will benefit. Characters make your story. Your story, your plot, is moved along by its characters. You must...
17) Formatting 101
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Whether you're looking to learn how to typeset for clients or formatting your own book, here's a one-stop-shop textbook!
This tome holds a variety of answers for those seeking to become typesetters, looking to self-publish their book, or simply want to learn how to communicate and prepare their manuscripts to get the most out of their designers.
The Writer's Bane is a curse and passion, both a want and need to tell a story. In this volume, you...
19) Pen to Paper
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If you want to unleash your creativity and write amazing stories, you need this guide to creative writing. This book is the ultimate guide to creative writing for fiction and non-fiction writers. A book that will teach you everything you need to know about fiction and non-fiction writing, You will discover how to find your muse, overcome writer's block, plan your book outline, write captivating dialogues, craft a catchy title and a cover design, and...
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"Top Ten Steps to Build an Engaged Reader Community," the ultimate guide for authors who want to connect with their audience and create a supportive network. Learn how to define your target audience, master social media engagement, start a captivating blog, offer exclusive content, interact with readers, host virtual events, collaborate with other authors, create a compelling newsletter, encourage user-generated content, and show appreciation. With...
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