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"The ability to write clearly is critical to any scientific career. The Scientist's Guide to Writing provides practical advice to help scientists become more effective writers so that their ideas have the greatest possible impact. Drawing on his own experience as a scientist, graduate adviser, and editor, Stephen Heard emphasizes that the goal of all scientific writing should be absolute clarity; that good writing takes deliberate practice; and that...
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is publishing a monthly series of e-only essays to correspond with Katherine Paterson's two-year term as the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. The subjects of the essays include: writing and literature for young people, the wonder and imagination found within great books, common questions novice writers ask, and Katherine's own personal experiences throughout her historic career.
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All writers conduct research. For some this means poring over records and combing, archives but for many creative writers research happens in the everyday world-when they scribble an observation on the subway, when they travel to get the feel for a city, or when they strike up a conversation with an interesting stranger.
“The Art of Creative Research” helps writers take this natural inclination to explore and observe and turn it into a workable-and...
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This guide offers a thorough and up-to-date discussion of plagiarism and the proper use of sources. The new edition incorporates the latest revisions to MLA, CSE, and CMS styles and the lexicon of electronic materials. This handbook helps writers of all levels to assess, quote, cite, and present information from a variety of sources, including electronic and internet sources. It features updated samples of writing and style sheets, as well as a checklist...
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"Virginia Ann Byrd challenges, encourages, and inspires your writing. In I'm Still Writing, beloved female writers, both past and present, share their thoughts on the joy and struggle of writing. Their words will nurture and challenge your writing, inviting you to dive deeper into your creativity and find power on the page. Author Virginia Ann Byrd has gathered the words and wisdom of women writers-from different backgrounds, traditions, and times-pairing...
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Letters of enchantment volume 1
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2023
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IL: UG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 17
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"When two young rival journalists find love through a magical connection, they must face the depths of hell, in a war among gods, to seal their fate forever."--
After centuries of sleep, the gods are warring again... All eighteen-year-old Iris Winnow wants to do is hold her family together. With a brother on the frontline forced to fight on behalf of the Gods now missing from the frontline and a mother drowning her sorrows, Iris's best bet is winning...
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Unlock Your Novel's Full Potential with More Popcorn Principles: The Sequel! John Gaspard's "More Popcorn Principles: The Sequel! (Further Cinematic Storytelling Strategies for Novelists)" is an illuminating guide that takes you on a cinematic journey, revealing the secrets to crafting compelling narratives and characters that resonate. This book is an invaluable tool for any aspiring or seasoned novelist, blending Gaspard's deep understanding of...
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Everyone has a story to tell, whether it's a memoir of an exciting life or fictional characters in your head trying to get out. Perhaps you've thought it might be cool to write a book but always believed it was beyond your reach and ability.
It's not.
To be more precise, it doesn't have to be. All you lack is the motivation to get started, the tenacity to stay with it, and the expertise to get it finished. I can help you with the first two.
In...
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Writing coach, James N. Frey, showed tens of thousands of writers how- starting with rounded, living, breathing, dynamic characters- to structure a novel that sustains its tension and development and ends in a satisfying, dramatic climax.
Now, in The Key, Frey takes his no-nonsense, "Damn Good" approach and applies it to Joseph Campbell's insights into the universal structure of myths. Myths, says Frey, are the basis of all storytelling, and their...
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The world's best contemporary writers-from Michael Chabon and Claire Messud to Jonathan Lethem and Amy Tan-engage in a wide-ranging, insightful, and oft- surprising roundtable discussion on the art of writing fiction
Drawing back the curtain on the mysterious process of writing novels, The Secret Miracle brings together the foremost practitioners of the craft to discuss how they write. Paul Auster, Roddy Doyle, Allegra Goodman, Aleksandar Hemon,...
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Ninety crime writers from the world's oldest and most famous crime writing network give tips and insights into successful crime and thriller fiction.
Howdunit offers a fresh perspective on the craft of crime writing from leading exponents of the genre, past and present. The book offers invaluable advice to people interested in writing crime fiction, but it also provides a fascinating picture of the way that the best crime writers have honed their...
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"Mastering Plot Construction: An In-Depth Comprehensive Guide" is a meticulously crafted ebook that serves as an indispensable companion for both aspiring and seasoned writers. It navigates the intricate terrain of plot construction, offering a comprehensive exploration of crucial elements such as character development, pacing, dialogue dynamics, immersive settings, themes, symbolism, and the art of crafting satisfying resolutions. Through a skillful...
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"I'm impressed because it is absolutely the best book I've ever read so far on character development."Ginnie Sienna Bivona, former Acquisition Editor and a former Publisher. Some of the topics covered include:The importance of selecting names for your charactersHow to sculpt your charactersConsiderations when planning a character for a seriesThe importance of character biosMotivation and conflictThe power of eccentricityCreating the four-dimensional...
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"Damn good" fiction is dramatic fiction, Frey insists, whether it is by Hemingway or Grisham, Le Carre or Ludlum, Austen or Dickens. Despite their differences, these authors' works share common elements: strong narrative lines, fascinating characters, steadily building conflicts, and satisfying conclusions. Frey's How to Write a Damn Good Novel is one of the most widely used guides ever published for aspiring authors. Here, in How to Write a Damn...
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Crafting Authentic Characters: A Comprehensive Guide to Character Development is a definitive exploration of the art of crafting compelling characters that resonate deeply with readers. From beginners seeking to breathe life into their narratives to seasoned writers aiming to refine their techniques, this expertly curated guide navigates the intricacies of character creation, evolution, and resonance. With a blend of insightful advice, this book empowers...
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