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  • One Continuous Mistake

    Four Noble Truths for Writers

    by Gail Sher ...
    Series series Compass
    Based on the Zen philosophy that we learn more from our failures than from our successes, One Continuous Mistake teaches a refreshing new method for writing as spiritual practice.In this unique guide for writers of all levels, Gail Sher—a poet who is also a widely respected teacher of creative writing—combines the inspirational value of Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way with the spiritual focus of ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

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  • The Negative Trait Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Flaws

    by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...
    Series Book 2 - Writers Helping Writers Series
    Crafting likable, interesting characters is a balancing act, and finding that perfect mix of strengths and weaknesses can be difficult. Not only does a well-drawn protagonist need positive attributes to help him succeed, he must also have flaws that humanize him and give him something to overcome. The same is true of villains and the rest of the story’s supporting cast. So how can writers figure ... Read more

    $6.99 USD

  • This Year You Write Your Novel

    by Walter Mosley ...
    "A straightforward, friendly guide for aspiring writers" (Los Angeles Times): No more excuses. With award-winning author Walter Mosley as your guide, you can write a novel now."Let the lawn get shaggy and the paint peel from the walls," bestselling novelist Walter Mosley advises. In this invaluable book of tips, practical advice, and wisdom, Mosley promises that the writer-in-waiting can finish ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

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  • The Art of Fiction

    Notes on Craft for Young Writers

    by John Gardner ...
    This classic guide, from the renowned novelist and professor, has helped transform generations of aspiring writers into masterful writers—and will continue to do so for many years to come.John Gardner was almost as famous as a teacher of creative writing as he was for his own works. In this practical, instructive handbook, based on the courses and seminars that he gave, he explains, simply and ... Read more

    Was $8.99 USD Now $7.99 USD

  • Manuscript Makeover

    Revision Techniques No Fiction Writer Can Afford to Ignore

    by Elizabeth Lyon ...
    Professional editor and author Elizabeth Lyon offers aspiring novelists the guidance and instruction they need to write and edit well-crafted and compelling stories that will stand out from the competition and attract the attention of agents and publishers, including:- Stand-out style techniques, from accessing an authentic voice to applying techniques of "wordsmithing" that transform prose- How ... Read more

    $6.99 USD

  • Writing Poetry: The Essential Guide

    by Kenneth Steven ...
    Series series Need2Know Books
    You do not need a degree in English literature to write poetry, nor do you need to possess the right accent. All you need is imagination, sensitivity, inspiration and dedication. If you’re an aspiring poet, this concise, informative handbook will be a valuable reference source. As a complete step-by-step guide to poetry writing, you will be taken from the very first spark of inspiration through ... Read more

    $5.45 USD

  • Writing Thrillers

    The Writer's Guide to Crafting Tales of Suspense

    by Michael Newton ...
    In this invaluable guide, thriller master Michael Newton shows you how to develop compelling plots and intriguing characters that grab readers from page 1 and won't let them go. You'll learn how to craft heroes and villains that are both believable and original and ground them in situations that push them to the limits of physical, emotional, and mental endurance. You'll also find details that ... Read more

    $5.99 USD

  • How to Write Faster

    A Busy Writer's Guide

    by Marcy Kennedy ...
    Series series Busy Writer's Guides
    In How to Write Faster: A Busy Writer’s Guide you’ll learn eight techniques that can help you double your word count in a way that’s sustainable and doesn’t sacrifice the quality of your writing in favor of quantity.In our new digital era, writers are expected to produce multiple books and short stories a year, and to somehow still find time to build a platform through blogging and social media. ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Alive in the Writing

    Crafting Ethnography in the Company of Chekhov

    by Kirin Narayan ...
    "A gem of a book . . . of use to both beginning and seasoned ethnographers, as well as to anyone who wants to improve his or her writing about social life." —Elizabeth Fine, Journal of Folklore ResearchAnton Chekhov is revered as a boldly innovative playwright and short story writer—but he wrote more than just plays and stories. In Alive in the Writing—an intriguing hybrid of writing guide, ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 5-Day Fiction Fix: Creating Compelling Characters

    How to Write Unforgettable Characters in a Week or Less

    by Jen Blood ...
    Series series 5-Day Fiction Fix
    A simple, five-day process for writing complex characters readers will love -- or love to hate. Through case studies, insightful lessons, and writing exercises divided into five easy-to-follow daily plans, veteran editor and bestselling author Jen Blood shares her secrets for creating characters readers can't get enough of.You’ll get clear, concrete advice, with examples, on:Day 1: Finding Your ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • Paper Hearts, Volume 1: Some Writing Advice

    by Beth Revis ...
    Series Book 1 - Paper Hearts
    Bird by Bird meets Save the Cat in this new writing advice book by NY Times bestselling author Beth Revis. With more than 100000 reads on Wattpad for the previous edition, this newly expanded and rewritten edition features 350 pages of content, including charts and a detailed appendix.**Your enemy is the blank page.**When it comes to writing, there’s no wrong way to get words on paper. But it’s ... Read more

    $5.99 USD

  • Four Seasons of Creative Writing

    1,000 Prompts to Stop Writer's Block

    by Bryan Cohen ...
    Have You Ever Had Writer's Block?Do Want a Book That Could Keep It Away for Good?Writing prompts are questions and hypothetical situations that are able to cure writer's block instantly. This book gives you exactly one thousand idea-generating prompts that focus on the coldest, warmest, toughest and funniest days of the four seasons. These 1,000 prompts work for blogs, scripts, stories, poems, ... Read more

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