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The Ode Less Travelled

Unlocking the Poet Within

by Stephen Fry

Narrated by Stephen Fry

Unabridged

9 hours 2 min
Random House presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of The Ode Less Travelled, written and read by Stephen Fry.Stephen Fry believes that if you can speak and read English you can write poetry. But it is no fun if you don't know where to start or have been led to believe that Anything Goes.Stephen, who has long written poems, and indeed has written long poems, for his own private ... Read more
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Bird by Bird

Some Instructions on Writing and Life

by Anne Lamott

Narrated by Susan Bennett

Unabridged

6 hours 18 min
For a quarter century, more than a million readers—scribes and scribblers of all ages and abilities—have been inspired by Anne Lamott’s hilarious, big-hearted, homespun advice. Advice that begins with the simple words of wisdom passed down from Anne’s father—also a writer—in the iconic passage that gives the book its title:“Thirty years ago my older brother, who was ten years old at the time, was ... Read more
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The Craft of Scene Writing

Beat by Beat to a Better Script

by Jim Mercurio

Narrated by Stephen Bowlby

Unabridged

11 hours 49 min
A professional screenwriter's master class in writing the most critical and challenging script element-the individual scene. No one comes out of a movie talking about structure. What audiences love and remember about a movie are great scenes. Marlon Brando in the back seat in On the Waterfront giving his "I could'a been a contender" speech. Meg Ryan's fake orgasm in Katz's Deli in When Harry Met ... Read more
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Writing Fiction, Tenth Edition

A Guide to Narrative Craft

by Janet Burroway and 2 more

Narrated by Laural Merlington

Unabridged

9 hours 53 min
A creative writerss shelf should hold at least three essential books: a dictionary, a style guide, and Writing Fiction. Janet Burroway's bestselling classic is the most widely used creative writing text in America, and for more than three decades it has helped hundreds of thousands of students learn the craft. This new edition continues to provide advice that is practical, comprehensive, and ... Read more
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The Hero's 2 Journeys

by Michael Hauge and 1 more

Narrated by Michael Hauge and 1 more

Unabridged

3 hours 16 min
Making Your Story Better is the subject of this original audio workshop. Michael Hauge and Christopher Vogler, two superstar screenwriting teachers, conduct a point/counterpoint discussion of what makes a great story tick, presenting their unique approaches to story structure, character arc and how to give your story greater commercial appeal. ... Read more
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The Science of Storytelling: Why Stories Make Us Human, and How to Tell Them Better

by Will Storr

Narrated by Will Storr

Unabridged

6 hours 27 min
SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER‘If you want to write a novel or a script, read this book’ Sunday Times‘The best book on the craft of storytelling I’ve ever read’ Matt Haig‘Rarely has a book engrossed me more, and forced me to question everything I’ve ever read, seen or written. A masterpiece’ Adam RutherfordWhy stories make us human and how to tell them better.... ... Read more
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Story Genius

How to Use Brain Science to Go Beyond Outlining and Write a Riveting Novel (Before You Waste Three Years Writing 327 Pages That Go Nowhere)

by Lisa Cron

Narrated by Brittany Pressley

Unabridged

9 hours 36 min
Following on the heels of Lisa Cron's breakout first book, Wired for Story, this writing guide reveals how to use cognitive storytelling strategies to build a scene-by-scene blueprint for a riveting story.It’s every novelist’s greatest fear: pouring their blood, sweat, and tears into writing hundreds of pages only to realize that their story has no sense of urgency, no internal logic, and so is a ... Read more
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They Say, I Say

The Moves That Matter in Academic Writing

by Cathy Birkenstein and 1 more

Narrated by Tony Craine and 1 more

Unabridged

8 hours 28 min
The best-selling book on academic writing-in use at more than 1,500 schools. “They Say / I Say” identifies the key rhetorical moves in academic writing, showing students how to frame their arguments in the larger context of what others have said and providing templates to help them make those moves. And, because these moves are central across all disciplines, the book includes chapters on writing ... Read more
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The Art of Language Invention

From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves, the Words Behind World-Building

by David J. Peterson

Narrated by David J. Peterson

Unabridged

9 hours 23 min
An insider’s tour through the construction of invented languages from the bestselling author and creator of languages for the HBO series Game of Thrones and the Syfy series DefianceFrom master language creator David J. Peterson comes a creative guide to language construction for sci-fi and fantasy fans, writers, game creators, and language lovers. Peterson offers a captivating overview of language ... Read more
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Writing the Great American Screenplay

by Richard Walter and 1 more

Narrated by Richard Walter and 1 more

Unabridged

2 hours 48 min
This collection contains live recordings of two 90-minute workshops on screenwriting: 1) "Screenwriting: How To Move Your Tale" by Richard Walter, and 2) "Screenwriting Tricks of the Trade: The Workshop" by William Froug. Writers once dreamed of writing novels. Now screenplays top the dream list. Hear two top teachers explain the sometimes ungentle art of writing salable movie and television ... Read more
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On Writing Volume 1

by James Magnuson and 1 more

Narrated by James Magnuson and 1 more

Unabridged

2 hours 58 min
This collection contains live recordings of two 90-minute workshops on creative writing: 1) "Writing Your First Novel" by James Magnuson, and 2) "How To Write Historical Fiction" by Roberta Gellis. ... Read more
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Freeing the Writer Within

by Natalie Goldberg

Narrated by Natalie Goldberg

Unabridged

1 hour 28 min
The best-selling author of Writing Down the Bones and Wild Mind offers a Zen approach to help the writer in getting the essential words from mind to paper. Recorded at workshop. ... Read more
$13.11 AUD or FREE with audiobook trial
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How to Write Your First Novel

The Stress-Free Guide to Writing Fiction for Beginners

by M.L. Ronn

Narrated by John Freyer
series Author Level Up
Unabridged

3 hours 22 min
Are you still dreaming about writing that book?Learning how to write your first novel can be overwhelming. You have to master outlining, writing, revising, and so much more...and it can be scary if you've never done it before.While it seems daunting, writing your first novel is simple when you have someone experienced to help you through it.In this writer's guide, prolific writer M.L. Ronn shares ... Read more
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Thinking Theme

The Heart of the Matter

by William Bernhardt

Narrated by William Bernhardt
series Red Sneaker Writers Book Series #8
Unabridged

2 hours 56 min
Why do some books linger in memory long after they are read? Why are some books reread, recommended, shared in the classroom? How can you add your book to this distinguished company? The key is theme, giving your story a dynamic idea that lends it power and purpose. William Bernhardt explains what theme is, how it is best revealed, and how to find the theme that, handled correctly, will ... Read more
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Science of Storytelling, The

by Will Storr

Narrated by James Clamp

Unabridged

6 hours 51 min
How do master storytellers compel us? There have been many attempts to understand what makes a good story, but few have used a scientific approach. In The Science of Storytelling, Will Storr applies dazzling psychological research and cutting-edge neuroscience to our myths and archetypes to show how we can tell better stories, revealing, among other things, how storytellers—and also our brains ... Read more
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Writing to Persuade

How to Bring People Over to Your Side

by Trish Hall

Narrated by Tanya Eby

Unabridged

5 hours 9 min
From the former New York Times Op-Ed page editor, a definitive and entertaining resource for writers of every stripe on the neglected art of persuasion. In the tradition of The Elements of Style comes Trish Hall's essential new work on writing well-a sparkling instructional guide to persuading (almost) anyone, on (nearly) anything. As the person in charge of the Op-Ed page for the New York Times, ... Read more
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The Writing Revolution

A Guide to Advancing Thinking Through Writing in All Subjects and Grades

by Judith C. Hochman and 1 more

Narrated by Margaret Strom

Unabridged

10 hours 24 min
The Writing Revolution (TWR) provides a clear method of instruction that you can use no matter what subject or grade level you teach. The model, also known as The Hochman Method, has demonstrated, over and over, that it can turn weak writers into strong communicators by focusing on specific techniques that match their needs and by providing them with targeted feedback. Insurmountable as the ... Read more
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The Elements of Expression, Revised and Expanded Edition

Putting Thoughts into Words

by Arthur Plotnik

Narrated by Richard Waterhouse

Unabridged

6 hours 58 min
A funny and useful grammar book! There are many grammar and usage books that give advice on correct English. This isn’t one of them. The Elements of Expression targets expressiveness as a goal apart from getting it technically right. Imagine the yawns a sportscaster would induce by announcing, “His bat struck the ball and the ball went into the stands,” instead of “He took that ball downtown!” And ... Read more
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How To Write Selling Humor

by Peter Mehlman and 1 more

Narrated by Peter Mehlman and 1 more

Unabridged

2 hours 59 min
People will remember your writing if you use humor, which is often either ignored or misunderstood. Here are two original 90-minute workshops, ("Writing Seinfeld-Style" by Peter Mehlman and "How To Write Humor" by Mel Helitzer) recorded live, from experts who can help you improve your writing AND your financial bottom line. ... Read more
$24.66 AUD or FREE with audiobook trial
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Choose Wonder Over Worry

Move Beyond Fear and Doubt to Unlock Your Full Potential

by Amber Rae

Narrated by Amber Rae

Unabridged

4 hours 8 min
From the powerhouse Mind Body Green calls 'the Brené Brown of Wonder' comes a self-help book that will reframe the way we look at ourselves and the world, and help us reach our full potential. 'Amber Rae is the Elizabeth Gilbert of her generation.' Stacy London, New York Times bestselling author of***The Truth about Style*** WONDER is what we're born with. WORRY is what we learn. NOW IS THE TIME ... Read more
$35.99 AUD or FREE with audiobook trial
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Using Myth To Power Your Story

by Christopher Vogler

Narrated by Christopher Vogler

Unabridged

3 hours 8 min
How to create powerful narratives using the myths that link us all is the subject of this workshop, recorded live at a Writers' League of Texas seminar. The instructor, Christopher Vogler, was inspired by the mythic studies of Joseph Campbell and the depth psychology of Carl G. Jung. He wrote a seven-page memo of those concepts for the Walt Disney Company, where he was working as a story analyst. ... Read more
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Several Short Sentences about Writing

by Verlyn Klinkenborg

Narrated by Verlyn Klinkenborg

Unabridged

4 hours 26 min
Most of what you think you know about writing is useless. It’s the harmful debris of your education—a mixture of half-truths, myths, and false assumptions that prevents you from writing well. Drawing on years of experience as a writer and teacher of writing, Verlyn Klinkenborg offers an approach to writing that will change the way you work and think. There is no gospel, no orthodoxy, no dogma in ... Read more
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How to Write Clean yet Scintillating Romance

by Mary Gray

Narrated by Mary Gray

Unabridged

16 min
Bodice rippers are some of the most lucrative books in the industry. So what if you write romance that isn’t as steamy?I don’t know about you, but I love reading and writing kissing scenes. And I don’t write explicit scenes with sex.If you’re the same way, then you’ve happened upon the right book. In this brief nonfiction work, I’ll cover how to write clean yet scintillating romance in ways you ... Read more
$3.22 AUD or FREE with audiobook trial
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Writing the Landscape of Your Mind

by Natalie Goldberg

Narrated by Natalie Goldberg

Unabridged

2 hours 17 min
This live workshop recording includes new writing exercises and support for writers, plus groundbreaking advice on structure, not addressed in her books Writing Down the Bones and Wild Mind. “You create the universe,” she says. Also, Natalie reads the introduction to her book Long Quiet Highway. ... Read more
$24.66 AUD or FREE with audiobook trial

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