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The Art of Explanation

How to Communicate with Clarity and Confidence

by Ros Atkins ...

**From BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral 'Ros Atkins on...' explainer videos and host of the forthcoming BBC Radio 4 podcast 'Communicating with Ros Atkins'**'A great read for polishing your communication skills' FORBES'For all those who want their audiences to listen and understand' JEREMY BOWEN'Precision, deftness and a calming expertise' THE TIMESDo you worry about ... Read more

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**From BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral 'Ros Atkins on...' explainer videos and host of the forthcoming BBC Radio 4 podcast 'Communicating with Ros Atkins'**'A great read for polishing your communication skills' FORBES'For all those who want their audiences to listen and understand' JEREMY BOWEN'Precision, deftness and a calming expertise' THE TIMESDo you worry about
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Dreyer’s English: An Utterly Correct Guide to Clarity and Style

The UK Edition

by Benjamin Dreyer ...

'An utterly delightful book to read, Dreyer's English will stand among the classics on how to use the English language properly.' ELIZABETH STROUT'A complete joy. For those who care about words - and for those who don't - Dreyer's English is the book we have all been waiting for. Wise, funny, no-nonsense, stylish and brilliantly practical.' RACHEL JOYCE_____________An indispensable, New York ... ... Read more

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'An utterly delightful book to read, Dreyer's English will stand among the classics on how to use the English language properly.' ELIZABETH STROUT'A complete joy. For those who care about words - and for those who don't - Dreyer's English is the book we have all been waiting for. Wise, funny, no-nonsense, stylish and brilliantly practical.' RACHEL JOYCE_____________An indispensable, New York ...
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Get Started in Writing Historical Fiction

by Emma Darwin ...

Do you have a compelling vision for a story set in the past? Are you inspired by novelists such as Alan Furst and Philippa Gregory? Get Started in Writing Historical Fiction is designed for anyone who wants to write in this exciting and wide-ranging genre of fiction, whatever your favorite style and era.Designed to build your confidence and help fire up creativity, this book is an essential guide ... Read more

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Do you have a compelling vision for a story set in the past? Are you inspired by novelists such as Alan Furst and Philippa Gregory? Get Started in Writing Historical Fiction is designed for anyone who wants to write in this exciting and wide-ranging genre of fiction, whatever your favorite style and era.Designed to build your confidence and help fire up creativity, this book is an essential guide
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3000 Writing & Plot Prompts A-C

Supercharge Your Creativity & Remove Writer’s Block Forever!

by K.J. Heritage ...

Series Book 2 - Writing Craft Essentials
Want to break writer’s block forever? This jam-packed writing & plot prompt guide is all that you need. It is a tailored reference tool designed to get you creatively inspired, unblocked, and ready to write.Take control of writer’s block and never suffer from it again.You will also learn a simple method for creating your own prompts, so you can build an endless personal bank of ideas for drafting ... Read more

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Want to break writer’s block forever? This jam-packed writing & plot prompt guide is all that you need. It is a tailored reference tool designed to get you creatively inspired, unblocked, and ready to write.Take control of writer’s block and never suffer from it again.You will also learn a simple method for creating your own prompts, so you can build an endless personal bank of ideas for drafting
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Write Fantastic Non-fiction - and Get it Published

Master the art of journalism, memoir, blogging and writing non-fiction

by Claire Gillman ...

""Write Fantastic Non-fiction and get it Published"" is designed specifically for you, if you want to turn your idea into a book. If you're wondering where to start, this book clearly explains how to select a subject, hone your research skills, explore different genres and styles and edit your work. It does more than simply review the different genres, however - it will, crucially, help you to ... Read more

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""Write Fantastic Non-fiction and get it Published"" is designed specifically for you, if you want to turn your idea into a book. If you're wondering where to start, this book clearly explains how to select a subject, hone your research skills, explore different genres and styles and edit your work. It does more than simply review the different genres, however - it will, crucially, help you to
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Tell It Slant, Third Edition

by Brenda Miller, Suzanne Paola ...

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Two award-winning authors reveal everything you need to know to develop your own distinctive voice and craft compelling, creative nonfiction“Tell all the Truth but tell it Slant.”—Emily DickinsonWith these words, ... Read more

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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Two award-winning authors reveal everything you need to know to develop your own distinctive voice and craft compelling, creative nonfiction“Tell all the Truth but tell it Slant.”—Emily DickinsonWith these words,
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Dramaturgy of Form

Performing Verse in Contemporary Theatre

by Kasia Lech ...

Series series Focus on Dramaturgy
Dramaturgy of Form examines verse in twenty-first-century theatre practice across different languages, cultures, and media. Through interdisciplinary engagement, Kasia Lech offers a new method for verse analysis in the performance context.The book traces the dramaturgical operation of verse in new writings, musicals, devised performances, multilingual dramas, Hip Hop theatre, films, digital ... Read more

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Dramaturgy of Form examines verse in twenty-first-century theatre practice across different languages, cultures, and media. Through interdisciplinary engagement, Kasia Lech offers a new method for verse analysis in the performance context.The book traces the dramaturgical operation of verse in new writings, musicals, devised performances, multilingual dramas, Hip Hop theatre, films, digital
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How to Write Short Stories and Get Them Published

by Ashley Lister, PhD in Creative Writing ...

This book will help you plot like a pro, master the art of suspense like Poe, craft captivating dialogue like Twain and - most crucially - get your short stories published.How to Write Short Stories and Get Them Published is the essential guide to writing short fiction. It takes the aspiring writer from their initial idea through to potential outlets for publication and pitching proposals to ... Read more

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This book will help you plot like a pro, master the art of suspense like Poe, craft captivating dialogue like Twain and - most crucially - get your short stories published.How to Write Short Stories and Get Them Published is the essential guide to writing short fiction. It takes the aspiring writer from their initial idea through to potential outlets for publication and pitching proposals to
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Get Started in Writing Young Adult Fiction

How to write inspiring fiction for young readers

by Juliet Mushens ...

Learn how to write young adult fiction with imagination and verve.This is an authoritative and engaging introduction to writing young adult fiction for the complete beginner. It will help you understand how the genre works, the big do's and don't's - as well as giving you the inspiration and motivation you actually need to write. Written by a leading literary agent who knows what it takes to make ... Read more

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Learn how to write young adult fiction with imagination and verve.This is an authoritative and engaging introduction to writing young adult fiction for the complete beginner. It will help you understand how the genre works, the big do's and don't's - as well as giving you the inspiration and motivation you actually need to write. Written by a leading literary agent who knows what it takes to make
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Get Started in Writing a Novel

How to write your first novel and create fantastic characters, dialogues and plot

by Nigel Watts, Stephen May, Jodie Daber ...

LEARN HOW TO WRITE YOUR FIRST NOVEL WITH THIS COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE.This new edition of an acclaimed guide to writing a novel helps you if you are just at the very beginning of your writing journey, showing you how to gain confidence and find inspiration. A classic book that has supported thousands of authors over the years, it contains a wealth of information on how to structure, craft and develop ... Read more

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LEARN HOW TO WRITE YOUR FIRST NOVEL WITH THIS COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE.This new edition of an acclaimed guide to writing a novel helps you if you are just at the very beginning of your writing journey, showing you how to gain confidence and find inspiration. A classic book that has supported thousands of authors over the years, it contains a wealth of information on how to structure, craft and develop
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Indie Author Confidential Vol. 1-3

Secrets No One Will Tell You About Being a Writer

by M.L. Ronn ...

Series Book 1 - Indie Author Confidential Anthology
This collection contains Volumes 1-3 of the groundbreaking, behind-the-scenes series of a working writer’s journey!Ever wondered what bestselling authors think about on a daily basis?M.L. Ronn is the author of over 50 books of fiction and nonfiction. This book series is a diary of all the lessons he’s learning as he navigates how to master the craft of writing, marketing, and running a profitable ... Read more

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This collection contains Volumes 1-3 of the groundbreaking, behind-the-scenes series of a working writer’s journey!Ever wondered what bestselling authors think about on a daily basis?M.L. Ronn is the author of over 50 books of fiction and nonfiction. This book series is a diary of all the lessons he’s learning as he navigates how to master the craft of writing, marketing, and running a profitable
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The Forest for the Trees

An editor's advice to writers

by Betsy Lerner ...

No one is better qualifed to help with the writing process than a passionate editor with years of experience. Betsy Lerner, one of the most admired of American book editors, is such a one - and in this book she shares her editorial wisdom and provides a unique insider's understanding of the publishing process.From her long experience working with successful writers and discovering new voices, ... Read more

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No one is better qualifed to help with the writing process than a passionate editor with years of experience. Betsy Lerner, one of the most admired of American book editors, is such a one - and in this book she shares her editorial wisdom and provides a unique insider's understanding of the publishing process.From her long experience working with successful writers and discovering new voices,
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How To Write a Paranormal Romance Novel

Your Step By Step Guide To Writing Paranormal Romance Novels

by HowExpert, Graziel Senosa ...

Do you yearn to create a paranormal romance novel that is swift and graceful from start to finish? In that case, get hold of the “How to Write a Paranormal Romance Novel” guide.Now, you can grow into an advanced paranormal romance novel writer by getting this step-by-step guide. After going through our guide, you will become skilled at crafting a breathtaking paranormal romance novel.- Organize ... Read more

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Do you yearn to create a paranormal romance novel that is swift and graceful from start to finish? In that case, get hold of the “How to Write a Paranormal Romance Novel” guide.Now, you can grow into an advanced paranormal romance novel writer by getting this step-by-step guide. After going through our guide, you will become skilled at crafting a breathtaking paranormal romance novel.- Organize
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First You Write a Sentence.

The Elements of Reading, Writing … and Life.

by Joe Moran ...

A STYLE GUIDE BY STEALTH - HOW ANYONE CAN WRITE WELL (AND FULLY ENJOY GOOD WRITING)**'**Joe Moran is a wonderfully sharp writer, calm, precise and quietly comical' Craig BrownAdvanced maths has no practical use, and is understood by few. A symphony can be enjoyed, but created only by a genius. Good writing, however, can be written (and read) by anyone if we give it the gift of our time.Enter ... Read more

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A STYLE GUIDE BY STEALTH - HOW ANYONE CAN WRITE WELL (AND FULLY ENJOY GOOD WRITING)**'**Joe Moran is a wonderfully sharp writer, calm, precise and quietly comical' Craig BrownAdvanced maths has no practical use, and is understood by few. A symphony can be enjoyed, but created only by a genius. Good writing, however, can be written (and read) by anyone if we give it the gift of our time.Enter
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Write Useful Books

A modern approach to designing and refining recommendable nonfiction

by Rob Fitzpatrick ...

The goal of book marketing is to stop needing to do itLearn how to:Scope your book into the world's best solution for a certain type of readerTest, improve, & iterate your ToC without needing to rewrite anythingDesign a engaging reader experience that makes your book a delight to readDiscover the hidden analytics of boredom & confusion to identify book-killing problems & make the most of beta ... Read more

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The goal of book marketing is to stop needing to do itLearn how to:Scope your book into the world's best solution for a certain type of readerTest, improve, & iterate your ToC without needing to rewrite anythingDesign a engaging reader experience that makes your book a delight to readDiscover the hidden analytics of boredom & confusion to identify book-killing problems & make the most of beta
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The Urban Setting Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to City Spaces

by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...

Series Book 5 - Writers Helping Writers Series
Making readers care and feel like they’re part of the story should be the number one goal of all writers. Ironically, many storytellers fail to maximize one of fiction’s most powerful elements to achieve this: the setting. Rather than being a simple backdrop against which events unfold, every location has the potential to become a conduit for conveying emotion, characterizing the cast, providing ... Read more

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Making readers care and feel like they’re part of the story should be the number one goal of all writers. Ironically, many storytellers fail to maximize one of fiction’s most powerful elements to achieve this: the setting. Rather than being a simple backdrop against which events unfold, every location has the potential to become a conduit for conveying emotion, characterizing the cast, providing
... Read more
To Be Clear

by Philip Collins ...

The bad reputation many businesses have in our time is intimately connected to the lack of clarity in the language they use. TO BE CLEAR is a call to arms, urging businesses to stop using the language of nonsense and start using language that has clarity and meaning. It's a lucid, entertaining and practical guide for anyone who cares about language to help them improve their communications and ... Read more

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The bad reputation many businesses have in our time is intimately connected to the lack of clarity in the language they use. TO BE CLEAR is a call to arms, urging businesses to stop using the language of nonsense and start using language that has clarity and meaning. It's a lucid, entertaining and practical guide for anyone who cares about language to help them improve their communications and
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The Common Reader

First Series

by Virginia Woolf ...

Series series Collins Classics
HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics.‘A good essay must have this permanent quality about it; it must draw its curtain round us, but it must be a curtain that shuts us in not out’In the first volume of her critical essays, Virginia Woolf discusses the greatest authors of the literary canon – Jane Austen, George Eliot and Geoffrey Chaucer among others – with the ... Read more

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HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics.‘A good essay must have this permanent quality about it; it must draw its curtain round us, but it must be a curtain that shuts us in not out’In the first volume of her critical essays, Virginia Woolf discusses the greatest authors of the literary canon – Jane Austen, George Eliot and Geoffrey Chaucer among others – with the
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On Writing

A Memoir of the Craft

by Stephen King ...

There is a reason why Stephen King is one of the bestselling writers in the world, ever. Described in the Guardian as 'the most remarkable storyteller in modern American literature', Stephen King writes books that draw you in and are impossible to put down.Part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the ... Read more

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There is a reason why Stephen King is one of the bestselling writers in the world, ever. Described in the Guardian as 'the most remarkable storyteller in modern American literature', Stephen King writes books that draw you in and are impossible to put down.Part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the
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Get it Done

by Jonathan Yanez ...

Do you value your career enough to not make excuses?Can you give yourself one week to change the game?Get It Done is the gentle kick in the pants writers need to become authors. With tough love and sometimes brutal honesty, Jonathan is the kind of trainer you want in your corner.A book that's relevant for both new and established authors. No matter where you are in your author journey, the ... Read more

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Do you value your career enough to not make excuses?Can you give yourself one week to change the game?Get It Done is the gentle kick in the pants writers need to become authors. With tough love and sometimes brutal honesty, Jonathan is the kind of trainer you want in your corner.A book that's relevant for both new and established authors. No matter where you are in your author journey, the
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Grammar Rules

by Craig Shrives ...

Do you know how to use semicolons, where to put your apostrophes and when to use commas? Do you know the difference between affect and effect, if and whether, or who and whom? Do you know why this stuff matters? If you've reached a stage in your career or education where your writing needs to be high quality, Grammar for Grown-ups is a must for your top drawer. Vocational rather than academic, ... Read more

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Do you know how to use semicolons, where to put your apostrophes and when to use commas? Do you know the difference between affect and effect, if and whether, or who and whom? Do you know why this stuff matters? If you've reached a stage in your career or education where your writing needs to be high quality, Grammar for Grown-ups is a must for your top drawer. Vocational rather than academic,
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Secrets of the World's Bestselling Writer: The Storytelling Techniques of Erle Stanley Gardner

by Francis L. Fugate ...

All the hard-earned storytelling skills of Erle Stanley Gardner, creator of Petty Mason and still the world’s biggest-selling writer, are revealed in this informative, entertaining, and instructive book. The authors clearly present and analyze all the elements of narrative-character, plot, conflict, and resolution-as Gardner used them. Numerous extraordinary charts, diagrams , and outlines makes ... Read more

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All the hard-earned storytelling skills of Erle Stanley Gardner, creator of Petty Mason and still the world’s biggest-selling writer, are revealed in this informative, entertaining, and instructive book. The authors clearly present and analyze all the elements of narrative-character, plot, conflict, and resolution-as Gardner used them. Numerous extraordinary charts, diagrams , and outlines makes
... Read more
Where the Past Begins

A Writer’s Memoir

by Amy Tan ...

From New York Times bestselling author Amy Tan, a memoir on her life as a writer, her childhood and the symbiotic relationship between fiction and emotional memory.In Where the Past Begins, bestselling author of The Joy Luck Club and The Valley of Amazement Amy Tan is at her most intimate in revealing the truths and inspirations that underlie her extraordinary fiction.By delving into vivid ... Read more

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From New York Times bestselling author Amy Tan, a memoir on her life as a writer, her childhood and the symbiotic relationship between fiction and emotional memory.In Where the Past Begins, bestselling author of The Joy Luck Club and The Valley of Amazement Amy Tan is at her most intimate in revealing the truths and inspirations that underlie her extraordinary fiction.By delving into vivid
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Letters to New Authors: Preview

by Rachael Herron ...

Series Book 0 - Letters to New Authors
Check out this preview of Rachael's inspiring letters for living your best creative life!This is the firm nudge you’ve been needing to push you from wanting-to-write to actually getting your work done!Is writing the most important thing to you, but you never get any done? Do you write all the time in your mind but never put the words onto paper? Or are you stuck in the middle of writing and can’t ... Read more

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Check out this preview of Rachael's inspiring letters for living your best creative life!This is the firm nudge you’ve been needing to push you from wanting-to-write to actually getting your work done!Is writing the most important thing to you, but you never get any done? Do you write all the time in your mind but never put the words onto paper? Or are you stuck in the middle of writing and can’t
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