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Genre Fiction - A Writer's Guide    by Mark Lawrence
Price: $0.99 USD. 17080 words. Language: English. Published on May 19, 2012. Nonfiction » Entertainment » Humor and satire.

This ebook will disclose the background information that defines genre in the publishing industry. This is the stuff no-one will teach you, mainly because it doesn't matter. Here you will learn the finer points of category or genre fiction. Romance, fantasy, science fiction; the author has extensive knowledge in none of these areas. But the little he does know he is more than willing to share.
How To Write & Publish a Cookbook : a Guide to Writing, Self Publishing & Selling Your Cookbook without a publisher or boxes of unsold books, even with no knowledge of advertising and have no money    by Jen Carter
Price: $3.78 USD. 13340 words. Language: English. Published on May 12, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Publishing and books.

A how-to book for would-be cookbook authors. Whether you've written or blogged before, discover how you can write & publish your cookbook on a shoestring budget. The book includes information on what you'll need to get started, seven places to find great ideas, how to test and finalise your idea. Detailed information on who and how to self-publish on Kindle and Createspace.
Online Content Writing - Tips for Creative Copy    by Anthony Carter
Price: $2.99 USD. 12600 words. Language: English. Published on May 7, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

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The world of content writing has changed dramatically thanks to Google's far-reaching algorithm changes. In light of these changes, this eBook discusses such fascinating topics as where to find winning ideas for your blog posts or articles, how to structure an article, how to make your writing more persuasive, tips for taking your writing to the next level...and much more.
Secrets of Writing Best-Selling Novels    by Graham Murray
Price: $1.99 USD. 12320 words. Language: English. Published by Living Books USA  on May 6, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

Have you ever wondered what makes one particular novel better than another? Why isn’t your novel selling millions of copies like some do? This ebook is designed to help you in becoming not only a better writer, but in ensuring that your next (or current) novel becomes a best-seller! These conventions have been in use for centuries and are tried and tested. [12000 words]
101 Speech & Essay Topics    by Sherry Snider
Price: $0.99 USD. 1850 words. Language: English. Published on May 5, 2012. Nonfiction » Education and Study Guides » Essays.

The only way to truly learn how to write and pass an essay or speech is to practice. 101 Speech & Essay Topics (and subsequent books in the series) provides a large variety of suitable topics for 5 paragraph essays and school speeches.
You Are A Writer (So Start Acting Like One)    by Jeff Goins
Price: $4.99 USD. 18440 words. Language: English. Published on April 28, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

You Are a Writer is a book about what it takes to be a writer in the 21st Century. Author Jeff Goins shares his own story of self-doubt and what it took to become a professional. He gives practical tips for freelancing, how to get published in magazines, and what it takes to build a platform. This journey begins with a simple but important belief: You are a writer; you just need to write.
Experiment Perilous: The 'Bug Jack Barron' Papers    by Norman Spinrad
Price: $0.99 USD. 3720 words. Language: English. Published by ReAnimus Press on April 28, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

A must-read essay for all Readers and Writers of Science Fiction about the SF field itself, opportunities and challenges, writing SF, and getting it published.
Staying Alive - A Writer's Guide    by Norman Spinrad
Price: $7.99 USD. 60330 words. Language: English. Published by ReAnimus Press on April 28, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

It's hard enough for a writer just to get published. But even harder is—Staying Alive. By award-winning and three-time SFWA President Norman Spinrad
Pocket M.F.A. Top Dogs and Alpha Heroes    by Sandra McDonald
Price: $1.50 USD. 5200 words. Language: English. Published on April 28, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

Two characters. Two opposing goals. One dramatic scene. Writers who understand top dogs and alpha heroes can use them to build compelling mysteries, romances, and other kinds of stories. Comes with case studies, key points, and 9 characteristics of characters who come out on top.
Authors - How to Develop a Character: Quick and Easy Tips for Writing Credible Characters    by Leni Matlin
Price: $2.99 USD. 7270 words. Language: English. Published on April 27, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

You may have a compelling story and an engaging style but if your characters do not resonate with your reader/viewer your project will not come alive. Courses, workshops, and studying what has been written by professional writers is all good, but sometimes all you need to get in the flow is a new perspective. This booklet can be a valuable aid in helping you bring your characters to life.