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2Nd Draft Proofreading Service |
"Are Your I's Dotted and T's Crossed? Find the misplaced semicolons and dangling participles with a line-edit proofread from the professionals at Writer's Digest! Before you send out your manuscript to an editor or agent, make sure it's got a fighting chance. Send your work to 2nd Draft Proofreading Service and have your work proofread by a professional. After a thorough evaluation of your submission, one of our hand-selected-professional proofreaders will deliver a detailed line-edit of your work. When you integrate the suggested edits into your writing, your words will shine (not your typos, poor punctuation, or grammatical errors). What Can You Expect From a 2nd Draft Proofread? 2nd Draft Proofreading Service provides a line-level review of your work. It offers: Corrections for grammatical errors, including punctuation, capitalization, verb tense, spelling and sentence structure. A clear idea of how to revise your work to be grammatically correct. What Can You NO"
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Critical New Legal Issues For Writers |
"Whether you're looking to get a book published or an article posted in an online venue, learn what every author needs to know to make sure their interests are protected."
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What Your Reader's Brain Really Craves |
Use Lisa Cron's knowledge of what the brain craves to craft fiction that readers (and agents or editors) can't put down.
Price: 39.99
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Propel Your Characters To The Bestseller List |
"This webinar will explore how to draw characters through a novel ""from the first page to the last page. Learn how to create characters who continuously deepen in personality through internal and external conflict, characters who reveal themselves through dialogue and action, and characters who genuinely and naturally transform by the end of the book."
Price: 79
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Character Bundle |
Bundle and Save with 45 Master Characters and A Writer ™s Guide to Characterization. Learn how to develop compelling characters with this set.
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How To Write A Dynamite Mystery Or Thriller That Sells Ondemand |
"Description Mysteries and thrillers are the most exciting forms of fiction being written today, with millions of readers eager for new stories. Especially in today's digital-boom market, agents and editors are hungrily searching for fresh talent. The ideal writer possesses a good working knowledge of the mystery/ thriller form, and a spark of imagination that makes his or her manuscript stand out like a beacon. If you want to hear that magic sentence, We'd like to make you an offer, you must write a mystery or thriller that will quicken the pulse of even the most jaded agent or editor. Deals for good new books happen every day. And the writer who stands the best chance has gained a rock-solid knowledge of the essential elements. Instructor and author Elizabeth Sims has helped thousands of writers to enrich their work, expand their talents, and learn the elements of wildly successful fiction. What you'll learn: Definitions of the mystery form and the thriller form, and the "
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"Find, Fix, And Finesse Your Plot Into A Winning Idea" |
"In this presentation, instructor and literary agent Kate McKean will show you ways to improve your plot and how to troubleshoot any pitfalls, holes, and inconsistencies it may have. She explains what all great plots have in common and how to avoid the familiar tropes that can affect your novel (in a bad way). She also teaches you how to brainstorm"
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Build Scenes For Your Novel |
"Designed for novelists of all types, the Build Scenes for Your Novel Kit contains products that will help you write your first draft. Learn how to create characters, develop your story ™s plot, write scenes, and much more!"
Price: 49.99
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Dangerous Minds And Dead Bodies Video Download |
"Cyril H. Wecht, M.D. And Dr. Katherine Ramsland, Ph.D. share insight from years of forensic experience. Wecht gives insight from having performed thousands of autopsies; Ramsland has researched and written about the history of forensics. They discuss new methods for gathering and testing evidence, as well as the psychology of pairs of killers and copycat killers. Video from ThrillerFest 2008. (Length: 48 minutes)"
Price: 39.99
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"David Baldacci, Interview Video Download" |
"In this fun and informative Q&A session, bestselling author David Baldacci (The Whole Truth) answers questions about researching techniques, traveling through Europe, writing Absolute Power and more. Video from ThrillerFest 2008. (Length: 36 minutes)"
Price: 39.99
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"When And How To Self-Publish: What To Expect, When To Do It, And How" |
"ABOUT THE WEBINAR It's no secret that the publishing industry is changing dramatically in light of digital publishing, but what that means — and how to best profit from the changes — is still confusing and opaque to many. New venues are opening up for authors to showcase their work, but pitfalls appear as well, and digital and legacy publishing have complicated relationships. Self-publishing a book is such a big decision and without all the information on how to self-publish, it can derail a career. This 90-minute session will cover the basics: all you need to know to get your book in the five major retailers: Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Apple, and Kobo. Instructor Meredith Barnes is a literary agent who has coded ebooks in her freelance life and spearheads the digital strategy for Lowenstein Associates, with nearly 200 backlist titles digitally published to date. She keeps a blog dedicated to the digital changes in the publishing industry at www.merbarnes.blogspo"
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Eric Van Lustbader Interview Video Download |
"New York Times bestselling author Eric Van Lustbader (The Testament, The Bourne Sanction) discusses how he became a writer, how the publishing industry is changing and where he gets his story ideas. Video from ThrillerFest 2008. (Length: 47 minutes)"
Price: 39.99
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Major & Minor Settings Worksheet - The Nighttime Novelist |
"You'll love this worksheet from The Nighttime Novelist if you've read the book, are writing a fiction novel, or need help with your novel's major and minor settings."
Price: 1.99
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The 3 A.M. Epiphany |
"Sometimes our best ideas come when we least expect them—like at 3 o'clock in the morning … or in the shower … or when you're driving to work. You get the picture—lots of ideas and no time or excess time and a dry well of ideas. Brian Kiteley comes to the rescue with more than 200 intriguing writing exercises designed to help you think, write, and revise anywhere, anytime. As a 15 year veteran author and director of the University of Denver's creative writing program, Brian has crafted and refined these exercises to be original, interesting, and filled with enough intrigue to get your creative ideas sparked and into story format. You'll learn how to:Transform stale writing patterns into exciting experiments in fiction.Shed anxieties that keep you from reaching your full writing potential.Craft unique ideas by combining personal experiences with unrestricted imagination.Examine and overcome all your fiction writing concerns, from getting started to overcoming wr"
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Writer's Digest Handbook Of Magazine Article Writing |
"This highly anticipated update of the Writer's Digest Handbook of Magazine Article Writing builds off the excellent reputation the first edition enjoys with more of the great information you have come to expect.With original material as well as articles taken from the pages of Writer's Digest, the leading authority in the field, this book is the only resource you need for all of your questions on how to:Brainstorm creative article ideas magazine editors will find irresistibleFind the right magazine for your workCompose a professional, sophisticated query letter that catches the editor's eyeKeep editors coming back for moreThis book is your treasure map to the lucrative field of magazine writing!"
Price: 8.49
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Write Great Fiction: Description & Setting |
"For a story to be successful, it must come alive on the page. With Description & Setting, you will learn how to make every detail count as you create believable people, places and events. This valuable reference:Shows you how to master the challenging - and often overlooked - subjects of description and settingOffers hands-on action-and-results excercises that allow you to incorporate lessons into your own workProvides busy writers, such as yourself, with accessible information through sidebars, excercises, checklists and moreWith clear examples from popular fiction and tips for specific genres, bringing a story to life has never been this easy or this fun.Ron Rozelle is the author of three books, including the P.E.N Prize national finalist Into That Good Night. A recipient of the Stephen F. Austin Father of Texas Award, he teaches creative writing at workshops and universities, as well as at Brazoswood High School on the Texas Gulf coast."
Price: 8.49
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Writer's Digest Get Your Book Published 2010 (Pdf) |
"Get Your Book Published GETTING STARTED 101 Best Websites for Writers Brian A. Klems and the Wd Staff This master list of helpful sites will show you the best places to educate yourself, sell your work and make new writing friends. Find Time to Write Sheila Bender Make the most of your writing time and maximize your efforts. Lessons Learned Published authors take a moment to share what they wish they'd known about the process going in—and help you see your own book's future more clearly. The Publishing Process From Start to Finish Jerry D. Simmons Learn everything you need to know about how a book comes to life. Win a Book Deal Scott Francis These 26 contests reward their winners with a juicy prize: a book contract. The Query Letter Kara Gebhart Uhl Compose a query that connects with readers. WRITING FICTION A Novel's Framework Donald Maass Examine 4 techniques for crafting solid plot and structure. The Novel Synopsis Chuck Sambuchino "
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"How To Plot A Story Agents, Editors And Readers Can't Put Down Video" |
"Discover the key elements of plot in the beginning, the middle, and the end of your story."
Price: 79.99
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Writer's Digest January 2013 (Pdf) |
Writer's Digest January 2013 (PDF)
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Writing And Selling Sci-Fi & Fantasy For Kids And Teens |
"Young adult and middle grade are two of the fastest growing and most robust fiction genres in publishing. These juvenile categories have a tradition of fantasy and sci-fi narratives that continues today with wizards, vampires, and clockwork princesses. The young adult and middle grade markets are rich with imaginative and fantastical stories, worlds, and characters. What makes some stories stand out, and others unsuccessful, clich ©, or ""worst of all ""left buried in the slush pile? How can you refine your craft to create novels at once lasting and fresh? How does writing for kids and teens differ from writing for adults? How can you capture the attention of an agent in this rich and extremely competitive market? In other words, how can you give your story the best chance to get published? In this webinar, John M. Cusick will answer these questions and more, using his experience as a literary agent, author, and editor to explore the art and business of writing. This invaluable"
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The Five Keys To Selling Your Nonfiction Book Or Memoir Ondemand |
"Description Each month, hundreds of nonfiction and memoir submissions come to publishers. Submissions that do not come from agents are consolidated into a slush pile. Editors will spend no more than several minutes in an initial glance through each submission. Therefore, if your submission is going to get any consideration, you have to know what to emphasize and how to prioritize your points to make your book attractive. Your nonfiction book can quickly stand out and get attention if it presents the 5 key aspects of a book project. What you will learn to present: The unique sales proposition: This addresses why your book is different from other books on the market that cover the same subject. We will talk about various ways to differentiate your project, while also boil your book down to one compelling sentence. Good comparative titles: These titles give the publisher an idea of what other books exist on the topic and how they're selling. We will talk about Amazon and other "
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Bestseller Website Tutorial For Non-Fiction Authors |
"The best resource available to help non-fiction authors build a website worthy of a bestseller. Research has shown that author websites are the top way readers choose to support their favorite authors. In addition, readers who frequent author websites tend to buy more books from a wider range of retailers. Therefore, the more people you attract to your website, the more likely your book sales will increase. Sadly, too many authors hinder their success by throwing together a shoddy webpage or never setting up a website at all. Rob Eagar, author of the new book, Sell Your Book Like Wildfire, has taught over 400 authors how to build powerful websites. Several of his clients have hit major bestseller lists, including The New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly. In this 15-page tutorial, Rob shares the same strategies that he uses with his top clients to help you sell a ton of books. Do you already have a website? Rob will help you make it even more powerful. Are you a first-time"
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Writing & Selling Middle Grade Fiction Premium Collection |
"Our Middle Grade Fiction Premium Collection contains six resourcesdesigned to answer these questions, helping you to both hone your middle grade writing to meet the genre ™s current needs and find the agents actively looking for this type of work now."
Price: 99.99
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"Writing Science Fiction, Fantasy And Paranormal Ondemand Webinar" |
"This webinar, taught by a literary agent who also writes paranormal, will discuss building rich and resonant worlds and cultures using an anthropological systems approach; developing protagonists and antagonists; and unique magic systems, complete with rules and restrictions. We'll also go over plot building, both in terms of stand-alone novels and series development. The discussion will also cover idea generation and how to take the rocky road to originality rather than the easy path to ideas that have gone before and what makes a concept or creation truly unique. What you will learn: Building worlds that are unique and believable, whether they be in far off space or other earths (i.e., high fantasy or science fiction) or our own world at a slant (i.e., urban fantasy and paranormal romance) Creating viewpoint characters who are as real as you and I. Intriguing main characters are one of the key elements that will get an agent or editor to keep reading and ask for more pages"
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How To Target Agents And Editors: Market Your Novel To The Right |
"Too often, writers receive countless rejections for their writing projects—not so much because the writing is bad, but simply because they are sending their projects to the wrong people. Writers need to learn how to target their searches for the right agent and the right publisher. Precise targeting allows writers to save time and heartache, and gives them the best chances of success. This webinar teaches writers how to dissect both their own writing and that of published authors to understand their individual writing voice and that of the publishers. The webinar will also include a chance to provide criticism of pitch paragraphs to identify is the author is really selling his or her project. Instructor Scott Eagan has worked with numerous writers showing them how to target their writing and in this webinar will guide writers in not only finding the best target audience but also to identify elements in that pitch paragraph to hook editors and agents. What you will lear"
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The Write-Brain Workbook Ebook |
"With The Write-Brain Workbook, you'll never have to face a blank page again. This one-of-a-kind guide provides a full year of writing excercises and games designed to get thoughts brewing and the pen moving across the page. It:Provides 366 10-minute excercises to build momentum and turn on the right side of the brainHelps you generate work by painlessly leading you into new writing every dayStimulates creativity with a stunning 4-color package and easy-to-approach promptsCD InformationThis one-of-a-kind CD provides a full year's worth of writing exercises and games designed to get the ideas brewing and the pen moving across the page. CDs feature entire book contents in PDF format, so they'll work on almost any computer (PC or Macintosh) and can be viewed with Acrobat Reader (a free program anyone can download online). Plus, each searchable PDF features individualized bookmarks to help with navigation!"
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2Nd Draft: Developmental Editing Service (Aka Manuscript Development |
"The biggest mistake aspiring writers make is sending out their manuscripts before they're ready to be viewed by an agent or publisher. It's understandable; after spending an extraordinary amount of time on a novel, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement and not do the proper prep work before beginning the submission process. Don't let this common amateur mistake happen to you. Give your manuscript the chance it deserves in a competitive marketplace by investing in Manuscript Development Notes. With Manuscript Development Notes, you get professional feedback on your Novel (or other Creative Writing manuscript), in a comprehensive package that includes: 12-16 pages of detailed notes on Premise, Plot Structure, Pacing, Characters, Dialogue and Marketability A graph-based Emotional Response chart A rating on the Pass, Consider, or Recommend scale A one-page synopsis to use as a leave behind when you get that all-important meeting Honest and insightful, our readers have yea"
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