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Give your story a solid foundation-a plot that engages readers from start to finish! The best stories linger in the hearts and minds of readers for decades. These tales gain their power through plots that connect with the audience on both an emotional and intellectual level. Inside Ronald...

Writer’s Digest Short Short Story Competition This exclusive collection contains the top twenty-five winning entries of the 12th Annual Writer’s Digest Short Short Story competition, including the First-Place winner, “The Callers” by Nicole Lesperance.

Writer’s Digest Poetry Competition this exclusive collection contains the top fifty winning entries of the 6th Annual Writer’s Digest Poetry Competition, including the First-Place winner, “AN EDUCATED WOMAN EXPLAINS WHY SHE LIKES BLUEGRASS” BY LINDA NEAL RESING.

"It's a dangerous business, going out your front door." In the age of men, one must face myriad challenges: epic quests, imminent danger, the evil gaze of Sauron . . . okay, so maybe not. But wouldn't life's day-to-day challenges be easier if one were to take a cue from the diminutive hobbit?...

Jeffrey Hatcher knows the nuts and bolts of writing for the theater. Here, he shares his views on it all--from building tension and plotting a scene, right down to moving a character from one side of the stage to the other. From crafting an intriguing beginning to delivering a satisfying ending. In...

"I am no bird; and no net ensnares me; I am a free human being with an independent will..." One of the most sweeping and enduring novels in English literature, Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre has become a beloved classic and a must-read for fans of period romance. Filled with memorable...

A collection of Christmas wreath and garland projects to make the festive period even more special. Celebrated author and pattern designer, Mandy Shaw, shares her favourite Christmas sewing projects with us and shows us how to make beautiful Christmas decorations to decorate your home at this special...

Master the Elements of the Writing Workshop The great paradox of the writing life is that to be a good writer, you must be both interested in the world around you and comfortable working in solitude for hours on end. Fiction Writer's Workshop, Second Edition, is designed to help you foster...

Create Convincing Characters That Readers-and Editors-Can't Resist! It's the question that eternally plagues all good writers: How can you describe the thoughts and feelings of characters who have backgrounds or psychological aberrations with which you have no personal experience? How can you...

The Secret to Good Writing When asked by the Paris Review what compelled him to rewrite the ending of A Farewell to Arms 39 times, Ernest Hemingway replied, "Getting the words right." His answer echoes what every successful writer knows: The secret to all good writing is revision. For...

Get creative with your sewing machine and learn the secrets of freehand machine embroidery with this beautiful selection of nautical sewing patterns. Poppy Treffry shares her design ideas and top tips for getting the most from your sewing machine. Make fun and original gifts for friends and family...

Genealogists understand the value of a name and all the family history information names can provide. Now you can learn more about the Japanese names in your family tree with this comprehensive guide. Discover the meaning of popular Japanese names. You’ll also find: Japanese naming patterns and traditions Japanese emigration patterns A pronunciation guide

Action Figures, Books, Ornaments, Costumes, Calendars, Art, Coins, Dolls, Jewelry, Lunch Boxes, Toys, Movies Harry Potter Casts His Spell on Collectors Welcome, Muggles, to the magic, mystery, and merchandise of the wonderful wizarding world of Harry Potter! Harry Potter Collector's...

The Perfect Cocktail, Any Time! Enjoy classic cocktails in true pre-Prohibition style--throughout the day! Inside you'll find recipes for the perfect brunch cocktails, refreshing afternoon cocktails and invigorating happy hour drinks, plus dinner cocktails perfect for pairing with meals, and relaxing...