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The Turkish Language Explained for English Speakers    by John Guise
Price: $9.99 USD. 85600 words. Language: English. Published on March 31, 2012. Nonfiction » Language Instruction » Turkish.

This Treatise explains and answers some of the difficulties that the learner of Turkish may encounter along their way. It focuses on the understanding of Turkish grammar and logic with many examples and explanations. There are no practice exercises included as these can be found in many text books or on the internet. It covers the learning process from beginner to intermediate and advanced.
Medieval Underpants and Other Blunders: A Writer’s (& Editor’s) Guide to Keeping Historical Fiction Free of Common Anachronisms, Errors, & Myths    by Susanne Alleyn
Price: $3.99 USD. 53210 words. Language: English. Published on December 6, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

A detailed guide to the factual mistakes that writers of historical fiction often make—and how to avoid them. From medieval knights smoking cigars to characters crossing streets that wouldn’t exist for another 2000 years, historical novelist Alleyn exposes and explains the often hilarious, always painful goofs that turn up most frequently in fiction set in the past.
The Self-Publishing Manual, Volume 1    by Dan Poynter
Price: $9.97 USD. 107170 words. Language: English. Published on May 4, 2010. Nonfiction » Reference » Publishing and books.

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Universally acknowledged as the bible for self-publishers, this guide incorporates the latest information on the process in a new edition. Twelve chapters answer common questions and provide practical guidance on writing, design, copyrighting, printing, promotion, publicity, sales, and distribution, with one chapter devoted to technology. An appendix lists useful resources.
Dollars and Deadlines: Make Money Writing Articles for Print and Online Markets    by Kelly James-Enger
Price: $9.99 USD. 69800 words. Language: English. Published on February 18, 2013. Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Small business and entrepreneurship.

Love to write? Why not get paid to do so? Dollars and Deadlines: Make Money Writing Articles for Print and Online Markets shows you how to launch a freelance article writing career from scratch. Whether you want to freelance fulltime or simply want to make extra money from home, you’ll learn how to go from an unpublished newbie to a published—and paid—freelance writer.
Eyes Lies Analyse    by Clifton Coetzee
Price: $9.99 USD. 86610 words. Language: English. Published by Rebel ePublishers on March 14, 2013. Nonfiction » Reference » Handbooks and Manuals.

Eyes, Lies, Analyse is a must on the bookshelves of writers, editors, journalists, interviewers, employers, employees, parents and teachers.
What Kings Ate and Wizards Drank    by Krista D. Ball
Price: $7.99 USD. 65700 words. Language: English. Published by Tyche Books Ltd. on November 23, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

A Fantasy Lover’s Food Guide. Equal parts writer’s guide, comedy, and historical cookbook.
Gun in Cheek : An Affectionate Guide to the Worst in Mystery Fiction    by Bill Pronzini
Price: $3.99 USD. 81830 words. Language: English. Published by Crossroad Press  on October 21, 2011. Nonfiction » Reference » Publishing and books.

Love mystery? Then you'll love this book. Hate mystery? Then YOU'LL love this book. Pronzini is a fount of information about the "best" (read: hilariously inept) in mystery fiction. He's read every book ever written in the genre, it seems, and shows genuine affection for the form.
The Complete Guide to Reading Hands    by Tony Crisp
Price: $6.00 USD. 60740 words. Language: English. Published on February 20, 2011. Nonfiction » Reference » Handbooks and Manuals.

The hand is an ever changing part of the body which can reveal a wealth of information abo9u your character and life. This book will explain how you too can tap into this great source of information and insight. Chapters include Hand Analysis - Intuitive hand Analysis - Science and the Hand.
Violence: A Writer's Guide Second Edition    by Rory Miller
Price: $5.99 USD. 81360 words. Language: English. Published on May 20, 2013. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

The first edition of "Violence: A Writer's Guide" received praise from best-selling authors like Barry Eisler, Brent Weeks and Steve Perry. The second edition includes nearly 50% more information. Things like being injured and the psychology of weapon choice. Important details from a working professional in the world of violence.
Astro Navigation From Square One To Ocean Master    by Alan Murray
Price: $5.99 USD. 57670 words. Language: English. Published by M-y Books on March 21, 2013. Nonfiction » Reference » Maps.

Astro-navigation from Square One to Ocean-master begins at the very beginning of this relatively complex subject and progresses logically through all the required "astro skills". Each new concept builds on UNDERSTANDING with no "learning by rote". A 130-word glossary, 160 diagrams and 40 worked examples, all using 2011 Sun, Moon, planet and star data, are contained in 308 pages.