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Writing a book is difficult. Everyone knows that. But editing it properly may be even more difficult. Don't try to do it yourself. You'll be sorry if you do. But there are a lot of things you can do to prepare your book for the editors and get it in the best shape possible. In this book, you'll...

The Savvy Ghostwriter: Secrets of an Invisible Author clarifies what it takes to be a ghostwriter, what a ghostwriter writes, the questions to ask before signing an agreement, as well what a he or she needs to know about contracts, budgets, writing style, ethics, legal requirements, personalities, research,...

The title really says it all: “Open” Book Publishing is Almost a Miracle! About four years ago some printers changed their business model, and that changed the entire publishing landscape. They told authors and publishers how to submit their books—it didn’t much matter what they were about,...

Most writers don't have the luxury of just being able to write uninterrupted. Most writers are the ultimate time managers, because (more often than not) they juggle their writing and creativity with their everyday lives: work, family, friends, pets, fitness and, sometimes, health issues. Some...

This book explores creative writing and its various relationships to education through a number of short, evocative chapters written by key players in the field. At times controversial, the book presents issues, ideas and pedagogic practices related to creative writing in and around education, with...

Do you have a story idea inside you that you're dying to write, but you're not sure where to start? Are you already writing a novel, but the story has become too complicated and you don't know how to make progress? Maybe you already have your own novel outlining process, but you simply...

An exploration of how the most ordinary words can be turned into verbal constellations of extraordinary grace through the art of building sentences The sentence is the common ground where every writer walks. A good sentence can be written (and read) by anyone if we simply give it the gift of...

As an author of more than twenty books, I am often asked, “How do you write a book? Or more specifically, how do you write a novel?”This is an interesting question, but not one that can be easily answered. The obvious, and common response is to “Just start writing.” And, of course,...

In this updated and expanded edition, Stewart Ferris uses his industry know-how to give you all the tips, tricks and inside knowledge you will need to become a successful writer, covering all types of writing from books to scripts and beyond. This accessible and informative guide is packed with advice...

Novel writing is a popular hobby and this book will provide the would-be and starter novelist with all the tools needed to get started. This title includes a thorough grounding in essential fiction writing skills and clear guidance on how to get published from top industry names. It provides a complete...

Distilled wisdom from two publishing pros for every serious nonfiction author in search of big commercial success. Over 50,000 books are published in America each year, the vast majority nonfiction. Even so, many writers are stymied in getting their books published, never mind gaining significant...

Your life is an adventure. Every morning you wake up and anything at all might happen! You can set off on a journey, speak your mind, buy something, sell something, look at a painting, take a walk, be chased by a wild boar … the possibilities are endless. As a writer, you know this is true....

Deaf students are attending mainstream postsecondary institutions in increasing numbers, raising the stakes for the complicated and multifaceted task of tutoring deaf students at these schools. Common tutoring practices used with hearing students do not necessarily work for deaf people. Rebecca Day...

CONTENTS: The Inborn Talent The Power Of Self-Criticism The Author's Purpose The Technique Of Form The Gospel Of Infinite Pain The Question Of Clearness The Question Of Style The Technique Of Translating