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"In February 2016, Ahmed Naji was sentenced to two years in prison for "violating public modesty," after an excerpt of his novel Using Life reportedly caused a reader to experience heart palpitations. Naji ultimately served ten months of that sentence, in a group cell block in Cairo's Tora Prison. Rotten Evidence is a chronicle of those months. Through Naji's writing, the world of Egyptian prison comes into vivid focus, with its cigarette-based economy,...
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Updated for 2016!
New additions include:
Calculating how much and when you'll be paid by Amazon;
Figuring how much you'll be paid by Createspace;
Understanding the Amazon genre categories so you can rank;
Complete run-downs on promotions that worked for me.
That's more than 10,000 additional words in this updated 2nd edition!
You'll also get more than 45 Facebook author groups that are great for promoting your free eBook days. In addition there's...
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Saviez-vous que l'écriture d'un livre se classe parmi les trois premières choses sur les listes de choses à faire?
Peut-être que c'est aussi sur le vtre ou peut-être que vous avez toujours pensé à écrire un roman ou que vous avez une histoire qui doit être racontée.
Écrire un livre est plus difficile que vous ne le pensez... Être publié encore plus difficile, alors j'ai mis en place ce que j'appelle, Novel Writing Blueprint.
Il...
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Tienes una historia que contar al mundo
Tienes una historia que contar y no sabes como llevarla al papel. Conseguir una historia que no aburra y bien estructurada. Pero nadie te ha enseñado cómo hacerlo... hasta ahora.
Me llamo Raimon Samsó, soy autor de 32 libros, y he conseguido 2 premios literarios y he vendido cientos de miles de ejemplares.
Este libro te revelará las claves de mi éxito literario. He resumido lo que aprendí leyendo, hablando...
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Allow me, the @GuyInYourMFA, to expound on the most important (aka white male) writers of western literature. You've probably seen me around, observing the masses, or defying the wind by hand-rolling a cigarette outside a local, fair-trade coffeeshop. I've actually read Infinite Jest 9 1/2 times. Care to discuss? From Shakespeare's greatest mystery (how could a working-class man without access to an MFA program be so prolific?) to the true meaning...
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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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Writing can be an exciting and fulfilling pursuit, but it can also be stressful and overwhelming. As an author, it's important to prioritize your mental and physical health to avoid burnout and ensure longevity in your career. The Writer's Self-Care Handbook provides a comprehensive guide to help you balance your work and personal life, manage stress, and prioritize your well-being.
In this book, you'll discover practical tips and strategies...
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The essayist deals in the art of ideas and language subtleties. The essayist is an artist who needs guidance with complexity, and suggestions with nuance. The essayist needs room to flourish. This book provides complex language for the intricacies of essaying while leaving the space needed for aesthetic individuality.Adam Tramantano has been an editor, and a writing instructor, and holds a doctoral degree in the Teaching of English. His dissertation...
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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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THE SUPER SECRETS OF WRITING. YOUR DESTINY AWAITS! PROVEN RESULTS! Wulf Moon has been called the guru of aspiring writers. His Super Secrets of Writing have helped countless writers launch careers, become #1 bestsellers in top fiction categories, and win coveted international awards. Moon's award-winning masterclasses continually sell out. Many unpublished writers taking his workshops achieved first professional sales, often with stories written right...
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Are you a discovery writer, a free spirit who thrives on the thrill of uncharted narrative seas?Do you feel like the AI revolution in storytelling is leaving you adrift?Cast away your fears, for "Three Story Method: Discovery Writing with ChatGPT" is here to chart your course.This groundbreaking guide is your compass to navigate the vast ocean of AI-powered storytelling, where you and artificial intelligence collaborate to create narratives of unparalleled...
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Unlock your inner historical novelist…
Got a historical novel inside you desperate to get out? Discover the tactics and methods to bring it into the world.
Award-winning, best-selling author, TL Clark, shares wisdom from her ten years of writing and publishing experience. Written in her signature warm, informal style, you'll find this book as fun and approachable as it is useful.
If you're new to writing, this book will:
~ Show you which aspects...
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With Special Emphasis on Historical NarrativesAn up-to-date guide for people embarking on their first journey into recording Aotearoa New Zealand's past. In these pages, writers will find simple, practical advice on all aspects of researching, writing, and publishing local histories, memoirs, family histories, diaries, etc. It also includes details on sourcing suitable illustrations.An essential guide for all writers wanting to preserve the past for...
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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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Learn to write serials that draw readers in and never let go! Many subscription authors already use the serial format to create super-fans of their stories and worldbuilding. Serials are, in fact, one of the oldest forms of storytelling. Now you can leverage their popularity and long-lasting fan devotion to build up your own fanbase and expand your opportunities as an author!But it can be challenging to shift your mind set from the traditional novel...
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Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of mystery writing? Look no further than "How to Write a Mystery Novel: Creating Intriguing Whodunits," your comprehensive guide to crafting tales that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.Inside these pages, you'll uncover the secrets of developing memorable characters, both heroes and villains, who will come to life on the page. Discover character archetypes and learn how to breathe...
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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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