The Complete Guide to Writing Non fiction

Other Books Of Interest To Make Your Writing Career More Enjoyable And Profitable . ... by Alfred Brenner $ 12.95 Writing and Selling Science Fiction , Compiled by The Science Fiction Writers of America ( paper ) $ 7.95 Writing for ...

Author: American Society of Journalists and Authors

Publisher: Writers Digest Books

ISBN: UOM:39015008736665

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

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Gives practical advice on writing and researching magazine articles, discusses various specialized markets, and describes the life of a writer
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Get Started in Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy

YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO WRITING AWESOME AND AMAZING FICTION FROM ANOTHER DIMENSION. This is an authoritative and engaging introduction to writing science fiction and fantasy for the complete beginner.

Author: Adam Roberts

Publisher: Hachette UK

ISBN: 9781444795660

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 256

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YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO WRITING AWESOME AND AMAZING FICTION FROM ANOTHER DIMENSION. This is an authoritative and engaging introduction to writing science fiction and fantasy for the complete beginner. This book provides all the information, guidance, and advice you need to write great science fiction to captivate your readers. It will help you understand how the genre works, the big dos and don'ts - as well as giving you the inspiration and motivation you actually need to write. Written by a leading science fiction novelist and a Professor in Creative Writing at the University of London - you'll discover how to let your creativity flow, create incredible worlds, and get your novel finished. ABOUT THE SERIES The Teach Yourself Creative Writing series helps aspiring authors tell their story. Covering a range of genres from science fiction and romantic novels, to illustrated children's books and comedy, this series is packed with advice, exercises and tips for unlocking creativity and improving your writing. And because we know how daunting the blank page can be, we set up the Just Write online community at tyjustwrite, for budding authors and successful writers to connect and share.
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How to Write Science Fiction Fantasy

Offers tips and advice on writing science fiction, discussing the rules of fiction, and how to structure a successful story.

Author: Orson Scott Card

Publisher: Penguin

ISBN: 9781582971032

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 140

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Offers tips and advice on writing science fiction, discussing the rules of fiction, and how to structure a successful story.
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The Complete Guide to Writing for Young Adults

The Complete Guide to Writing for Young Adults is an essential resource for the emerging YA author. Here you'll find honest advice from award winners, international bestsellers, and industry professionals.

Author: Gabrielle Harbowy

Publisher:

ISBN: 1897492812

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 208

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The Complete Guide to Writing for Young Adults is an essential resource for the emerging YA author. Here you'll find honest advice from award winners, international bestsellers, and industry professionals. If you've wondered why you need an agent, how to build your career, whether you should collaborate on that project, or how to write responsibly for a younger audience... it's all here to get you started: The Emergence of YA: Adrienne Kress Age Considers, Youth Ventures: Defining YA: E.C. Myers The Problem With Parents: Deby Fredericks Writing YA Science Fiction as if Science Matters: Allen Steele More Than Girl And Boy Books: Gender In YA: Leah Bobet Creepy Or Romantic: Fanny Valentine Darling Making Your Readers Team Players: Julie Kagawa Trans 101 for YA Writers: Sassafras Lowrey Agent Secrets For YA Writers: Laurie McLean Book Bloggers Are Your Friends: Pam van Hylckama Vlieg The Best About Collaboration (and a little of the worst): Clay and Susan Griffith The Home Field Disadvantage: Leah Petersen
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The Complete Guide to Writing Publishing Your First e Book

... Amazon.com sales ranks (www.titlez.com) Writer Beware® — Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America's Committee on Writing Scams (www.sfwa.org/forauthors/writerbeware) Smashwords Seven Secrets to Ebook Publishing Success, ...

Author: Martha Maeda

Publisher: Atlantic Publishing Company

ISBN: 9781601386083

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 288

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The advent of Amazon s Kindle in 2007 allowed millions of writers to make the leap from paper to the electronic screen. Several eReader competitors recently joined the ring, introducing products such as the Apple iPad, Barnes & Noble Nook, the updated Sony Reader, and Samsung Papyrus. The publishing world is experiencing a revolution with these electronic readers and you can catch up to speed by learning the ins and outs of publishing with this low-cost, high-profit publisher. The Complete Guide to Writing & Publishing Your First eBook is a guide for anyone who s dreamt about becoming a published author and is intrigued by the profitable new prospect of ePublishing but didn t know where to start. EBook sales hovered around $500 million at the end of 2009, and are steadily climbing. If you re passionate about writing and using new technology to market yourself and your work, this book will explain how you can do what you love and increase your earning potential. Start off with understanding what an eBook is and the differences between traditional and digital publishing, and the benefits involved. You will identify and learn the details of more than 15 eReaders, including the three top-selling: Kindle, Nook, and Sony Reader. You will employ the basics of analyzing your audience, brainstorming, writing, editing, and marketing according to the type of eReader. You will learn the process of getting your book published, how to change or alter the format or style of your book to match the necessities of the eReader, and how to optimize the format of any text for e-reading. We spent dozens of hours interviewing writers who are experts in the art of digital publishing to provide a complete overview of everything you need to know about publishing your eBook. Not only will you learn how to upload your work through an eReader, you will also hone your writing skills with tips, writing exercises, and writing resources. You will learn how to target your book to the right demographic and what you can do to promote your book in online inventories. You will learn the basics of viral marketing promotion, SEO, and building a business with digital publications. You will learn how to work with your eReader to produce innovative content, and you will learn how to monitor for updates to the electronic publishing industry. No matter what your goals are, you can start publishing from your home with eReader technology
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The Complete Guide to Writing Science Fiction

The Complete Guide to Writing Science Fiction: Volume One is a comprehensive writer's guide for the amateur to semi-pro writer on the genre of science fiction.

Author: Michele Acker

Publisher:

ISBN: 1896944531

Category: Authorship

Page: 588

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The Complete Guide to Writing Science Fiction: Volume One is a comprehensive writer's guide for the amateur to semi-pro writer on the genre of science fiction. The book begins with a warning for new science fiction writers about the pitfalls and clich(r)s that often plague a first science fiction story. It finishes with practical information on how to present, sell and promote a finished novel and what to prepare for once the writer has achieved success. Topics range from alien creation to world building, fan fiction and space travel. EPPIE 2007: Finalist (non-fiction category) Contributors include Michele Acker, Jeanne Allen, Piers Anthony, Milena Benini, Orson Scott Card, Carol Hightshoe, Ian Irvine, Dave A. Law, Wil Mccarthy, Michael Mcrae, Tina Morgan, Bob Nailor, Darin Park, Kim Richards, Simon Rose, And Bud Sparhawk.
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The Complete Guide to Writing a Successful Screenplay

These can range from stories of famous entertainers, such as Walk The Line or What's Love Got To Do With It, to movies about regular people with extraordinary lives, like Erin Brockovich. • Science fiction — Modern-day creature features ...

Author: Melissa Samaroo

Publisher: Atlantic Publishing Company

ISBN: 9781601386076

Category: Performing Arts

Page: 288

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The Complete Guide to Writing A Successful Screenplay outlines time saving tools to hone your writing, so you can attract Hollywood agents and producers. You will discover how to create (and stick to) a timeline and deadline, whether writing your screenplay is a full- or part-time job. Writing and pitching a screenplay is nothing like writing a novel, and this book presents screenplay-specific information vital for any aspiring film writer. This book discusses how to write great openings and endings the vital elements of a successful screenplay (and eventually movie) and how to create characters that grow and evolve as the plot thickens. One of the hardest parts of writing a screenplay is developing a solid dialogue, and this book takes you through, step-by-step, how to fine-tune your characters dialogue so it is not only believable but also well-written. Once your script is polished and perfect, you will need to pitch it to the public, and this book shows you how. You will grasp how to write a compelling query letter that is specifically geared to what agents are looking for, so your chances of getting represented are increased. Veteran screenwriters, television and film producers, agents, and directors have been interviewed for this book, and their experiences are showcased here, giving you their insider secrets on how to best write and sell your script. This book also contains an extensive resource section of production companies that are eager to receive and package your script, including the genre they are looking for, so you know exactly who to contact. If you are eager to jump into Hollywood as the next big thing in screenwriting, The Complete Guide to Writing A Successful Screenplay will help you get there. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president s garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.
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Crafting Novels Short Stories

The Complete Guide to Writing Great Fiction The Editors of Writer's Digest ... Science fiction can be defined as literature involving elements of science and technology as a basis for conflict or as the setting for a story.

Author: The Editors of Writer's Digest

Publisher: Penguin

ISBN: 9781599635736

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 368

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Learn How to Create Stories That Captivate Agents, Editors, and Readers Alike! Inside you'll find the tools you need to build strong characters, keep your plots moving, master the art of dialogue, choose the right point of view, and more. This comprehensive book on the art of novel and short story writing is packed with advice and instruction from best-selling authors and writing experts like Nancy Kress, Elizabeth Sims, Hallie Ephron, N.M. Kelby, Heather Sellers, and Donald Maass, plus a foreword by James Scott Bell. You'll learn invaluable skills for mastering every area of the craft: • Define and refine your characters. • Make your plot and conflict high-energy and intense. • Hone your story's point of view. • Create a rich setting and backstory. • Craft dialogue that rings true. • Select the right words and descriptions throughout your story. • Revise your story to perfection. Throughout you'll find supplemental sections that cover special topics like getting started, beating writer's block, researching your work, and getting published. They'll help you integrate your skills into a balanced, productive, and fulfilling career. Whether you're writing flash fiction, a short story, a novel, or an epic trilogy, you'll come away with the tools you need for strong and effective storytelling.
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Writing Sci fi and Fantasy

Games Workshop: www.gamesworkshop.com Black Library: www.blacklibrary.com The British Science Fiction Association: www.bsfa.co.uk Worldcon: ... How to Write Science Fiction and Fantasy. ... The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy. Vol. 1.

Author: Liesel Schwarz

Publisher: Guardian Books

ISBN: 9781783560462

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 50

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Science fiction and fantasy – or speculative fiction – is the literary success story of the 21st century. The genre has never been so popular and the worlds of film and TV are dominated by adaptations of SF masterworks, from the epic fantasy ‘Game Of Thrones’ through to the dramatic dystopia of ‘The Hunger Games’. ‘Writing Sci-fi and Fantasy’ by award-winning steampunk novelist Liesel Schwarz, is a masterclass on the vital components of writing great speculative fiction. From building credible worlds and engaging characters to devising compelling plots, it will give you the confidence to unleash your stories. With additional, practical advice on how to pitch and present to agents, publishers and readers, it will lead you into the limitless world of SFF. All in an hour. ‘Writing Sci-fi and Fantasy’ covers: + Research: The devil lies in the details + World building + The ingredients of SFF: plot, character and narrative + Manuscript wrangling for beginners + Publication pitfalls + The writer’s life 60-Minute Masterclasses are expert ebooks that help you do more with your creative writing, journalism and entrepreneurship. Locking on to the stuff that you actually need to know, each title is a precise, practical pointer on the matters that matter most.
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Plunkett s Entertainment Media Industry Almanac 2006 The Only Complete Guide to the Technologies and Companies Changing the Way the World Shares En

National Writers Union (NWU) 113 University Pl., 6th Fl. New York, NY 10003 US Phone: 212-254-0279 Fax: ... Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA) is an organization for writers in the science fiction and fantasy genres, ...

Author: Jack W. Plunkett

Publisher: Plunkett Research, Ltd.

ISBN: 9781593920517

Category: Business & Economics

Page: 554

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The electronic age is bringing sweeping changes to entertainment and media of all kinds, including publishing, broadcasting and film. Multimedia, the Internet and other digital media outlets for entertainment and information are being refined at a rapid rate. Media giants are merging and making big acquisitions. This book covers these exciting developments and provides profiles on hundreds of leading firms in film, radio, television, cable, new media, and publishing of all types including books, magazines and newspapers. It contains thousands of contacts for business and industry leaders, industry associations, Internet sites and other resources. You'll get in-depth profiles of nearly 400 of the world's top Entertainment & Media firms: our own unique list of companies that are the leaders in this field. Here you'll find complete profiles of the hot companies that are making news today, the largest, most successful corporations in all facets of the Entertainment and Media Business, from broadcasters to film production companies, casino operators to theme park companies, publishers of books and magazines to video game designers, and much more. Our corporate profiles include executive contacts, growth plans, financial records, address, phone, fax and much more. This innovative book offers unique information, all indexed and cross-indexed more for each firm! Our industry analysis section provides an exceptional discussion of business and market trends. The book includes statistical tables covering revenues for several industry sectors. Purchasers of either the book or PDF version can receive a free copy of the company profiles database on CD-ROM, enabling key word search and export of key data.
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Betrayal

Michele is also a contributing author for The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy, and The Complete Guide to Writing Science Fiction (also a 2008 Eppie Finalist), featuring Piers Anthony and Orson Scott Card among others.

Author: Michele Acker

Publisher: Damnation Books

ISBN: 9781615720576

Category: Fiction

Page: 335

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Sorea, a sword-for-hire, is desperately trying to survive in a man's world. With the brutal murder of her family, and the kidnapping of her nieces, she and her devoted partner Daryn struggle to find a way to defeat the evil Sorceress responsible: one whose power is so strong her enemies can do little to stop her. The stakes are higher than just the lives of a few children, however, as the Sorceress Valina readies a spell that will render all women barren. The two mercenaries face difficult choices as they seek to locate a mysterious weapon, the only thing capable of destroying both the Sorceress and the evil dominion she rules. However, unknown to Valina, trouble brews inside her empire and her eventual downfall may well come from within her own ranks.
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The Complete Guide to Article Writing

Bruce Sterling and the editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Science Fiction.” Encyclopaedia Britannica: http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/528857/science-fiction (accessed July 9, 2013). William Strunk Jr. and E. B. White.

Author: Naveed Saleh

Publisher: Penguin

ISBN: 9781599637525

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 298

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Master the art of article writing! The world of journalism is changing rapidly, and the modern journalist needs more than a basic knowledge of article writing to navigate it. The Complete Guide to Article Writing provides a compass for freelancers and students of journalism looking to write successfully on a wide variety of topics and for many different markets--both in print and online. From researching and interviewing to writing features, reviews, news articles, opinion pieces, and even blog posts, this one-stop guide will illuminate the intricacies of article writing so you can produce entertaining, informative, and salable articles. • Learn how to write coherently, cohesively, and concisely. • Choose the proper structure for the article you want to write. • Weave narrative and fact seamlessly into your pieces. • Develop your freelance platform with the latest in social media outlets. • Pitch your ideas like a pro. • Develop a professional relationship with editors. • And much more! Modern journalism can be a treacherous terrain, but with The Complete Guide to Article Writing as your companion, you'll not only survive the journey--you'll be able to write pieces that inform, entertain, inspire, delight--and sell!
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CHIMERAWORLD 2

She's also a contributing author for a non-fiction book titled, The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy, which has been called by Science Fiction and Fantasy Novelist Piers Anthony, "A comprehensive book, with much advice on historical ...

Author: Mike Philbin

Publisher: Lulu.com

ISBN: 9781411648364

Category: Horror tales, American

Page: 157

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Still reeling from the nightmare excesses of CHIMERAWORLD #1? Relax a while and enjoy the ambient tones of sadness, depression, degradation and utter hopelessness of CHIMERAWORLD #2. Twenty three of the most mentally corrosive stories from twenty three of the most innovative authors ever assembled in one collection. Stories from Steve Lockley & Paul Lewis, Brian W Keen, Kurt Newton, Dustin LaValley, David L Tamarin, Derek Gunn, Michele Acker, Anthony Cain, William D. Carl, Glen Alan Hamilton, Quentin S Crisp, J. M. Heluk, Charles Richard Laing, Ken Goldman, Nicholas Alan Tillemans, Suzanne Church, Eric Shapiro, Tony Richards, Karen James, John Meany, Andrew Zimmerman Jones, Richard Lee and Destiny West.
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The Complete Guide to Functional Writing in English

On the first occasion , his name was included for his science fiction , " Fire on the Moon , ” which sold more than three lakh copies . The second time , it was for writing the largest number of popular science books for children .

Author: M. Sarada

Publisher: Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd

ISBN: 8120729234

Category: English language

Page: 120

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An invaluable aid to master the art of writing for specific purposes.
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The Complete Guide to Writing Biographies

... by Orson Scott Card $ 13.95 The Complete Guide to Writing Fiction , by Barnaby Conrad $ 17.95 Cosmic Critiques : How & Why 10 Science Fiction Stories Work , edited by Asimov & Greenberg ( paper ) $ 12.95 Creating Short Fiction ...

Author: Ted Schwarz

Publisher: Writers Digest Books

ISBN: IND:30000000996037

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 192

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Details how to research, interview for and write marketable biographies, including as-told-to autobiographies as well as authorized and unauthorized biographies.
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Into the Web

""Into the Web is the second book in the Shadowzone series. Like the first it is action packed and will leave the reader wanting more.""Black Dawn is the third book in the ShadowZone series and it lives up to the previous two.

Author: Simon Rose

Publisher: Simon Rose

ISBN: 0995940347

Category:

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On a doomed version of Earth, the sinister schemes of the Ministry are moving ever closer to completion, with dire consequences for the inhabitants of two worlds. For Ben and Charlie, an unlikely alliance, unexpected reunions, and the mysterious prophecy of the Chosen One offer a glimmer of hope, with the ever-present prospect of betrayal, as they embark on an unpredictable journey into the unknown.
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The Year s Best Science Fiction Twenty Ninth Annual Collection

His short fiction has been collected in The Engine of Recall. He also collaborated with Cory Doctorow on The Complete Idiot's Guide to Writing Science Fiction. His most recent book is Ashes of Candesce, a new Virga novel.

Author: Gardner Dozois

Publisher: St. Martin's Press

ISBN: 9781250009784

Category: Fiction

Page: 704

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In the new millennium, what secrets lay beyond the far reaches of the universe? What mysteries belie the truths we once held to be self evident? The world of science fiction has long been a porthole into the realities of tomorrow, blurring the line between life and art. Now, in The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Ninth Annual Collection the very best SF authors explore ideas of a new world. This venerable collection brings together short stories from award winning authors and masters of the field such as Robert Reed, Alastair Reynolds, Damien Broderick, Elizabeth Bear, Paul McAuley and John Barnes. And with an extensive recommended reading guide and a summation of the year in science fiction, this annual compilation has become the definitive must-read anthology for all science fiction fans and readers interested in breaking into the genre.
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The Complete Guide to Writing Fiction

Spider Spin Me a Web : Lawrence Block on Writing Fiction , by Lawrence Block $ 16.95 Storycrafting , by Paul Darcy Boles ( paper ) $ 10.95 Theme & Strategy , by Ronald B. Tobias $ 13.95 Writing the Novel : From Plot to Print ...

Author: Barnaby Conrad

Publisher: Writers Digest Books

ISBN: STANFORD:36105034387022

Category: Reference

Page: 309

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A complete and concise guide to writing and selling long and short fiction, including outlining, narrative writing, details, description, pacing, and action.
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Science Fiction After 1900

All but four of the twenty-two authors included in this collection are covered by entries in either The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction, The Anatomy of Wonder, or Pringle's The Ultimate Guide to Science Fiction. Seven of the writers are ...

Author: Brooks Landon

Publisher: Routledge

ISBN: 9781136761195

Category: Fiction

Page: 208

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First published in 2003. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
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