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  • A Chance in a Million

    A delightful, heartfelt love story to escape with

    by T.A. Williams ...
    Book 3 - Love from Italy
    Fate brought them together, now it’s up to them to make it work…Having left the army to recover from a traumatic experience, Captain Jane Reed is on her way to Venice to assist Lady Veronica Cooper, a world-famous writer who has lost her mojo. Plagued by grief and sleepless nights, Jane soon finds a kindred spirit in Veronica, coping with her own loss after the death of her husband.When the two ... Read more

    $1.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • In a Manner of Speaking

    Phrases, Expressions, and Proverbs and How We Use and Misuse Them

    by Colin McNairn ...
    What do the whole kit and caboodle,” the whole shebang,” the whole megillah,” the whole enchilada,” the whole nine yards,” the whole box and dice,” and the full Monty” have in common? They’re all expressions that mean the entire quantity,” and they’re all examples of the breadth and depth of the English-speaking world’s vocabulary.From the multitude of words and phrases in daily use, the author of ... Read more

    $15.99 AUD $1.99 AUD

  • Writing Archetypal Character Arcs: Beyond the Hero's Journey

    by K.M. Weiland ...
    Book 10 - Helping Writers Become Authors
    The Six Transformational Character Arcs of the Human LifeReady to take your story’s character arcs and themes to the next level? This latest book from veteran writing teacher and story theorist K.M. Weiland ventures far beyond the popular and pervasive Hero’s Journey to explore six important archetypal character arcs, representing key moments of initiation in the human experience:* The Maiden* The ... Read more

    $9.23 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Self-Publish on a Budget with Amazon: A Guide for the Author Publishing eBooks on Kindle

    by Jill b. ...
    Is the idea of self-publishing daunting to you?According to a New York Times report, 81% of Americans aspire to write a book but few ever write one and even fewer ever publish a book.The obstacles seem great, but as Martin Luther King said, "You don't have to see the whole staircase - just take the next step."Whether you're an aspiring writer, have already written a book or are a trade published ... Read more

    $5.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • On Writing

    A Memoir of the Craft

    by Stephen King ...
    There is a reason why Stephen King is one of the bestselling writers in the world, ever. Described in the Guardian as 'the most remarkable storyteller in modern American literature', Stephen King writes books that draw you in and are impossible to put down.Part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the ... Read more

    $12.99 AUD

  • A Writer Writes

    A Memoir

    by Stephen Birmingham ...
    A memoir by the New York Times–bestselling author and longtime chronicler of America’s wealthy elite.Born in Connecticut in 1929 and educated at Williams College, Stephen Birmingham went on to create a literary niche with his numerous nonfiction works about New York’s—and the nation’s—upper class, particularly focusing on Jewish, African American, and Irish communities, as well as old-money WASPs. ... Read more

    $21.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Successful Self-Publishing

    How to self-publish and market your book in ebook, print and audiobook formats

    by Joanna Penn ...
    Book 1 - Books for Writers
    Do you want to successfully self-publish in ebook, print and audiobook formats?There are thousands of new books being published every day, but many self-published books quickly sink to the bottom of the pile.Many authors are frustrated because there are so many options for self-publishing, and they don't know which one to choose or what will be best for their book.Others spend thousands of dollars ... Read more

    Free

  • Let's Get Digital

    How To Self-Publish, And Why You Should

    by David Gaughran ...
    Book 1 - Let's Get Publishing
    Learn how to publish your work like a pro and start building your audience with the most comprehensive and up-to-date self-publishing guide on the market today. Packed with practical, actionable advice, Let's Get Digital delivers the very latest best practices on publishing your work and finding readers.· Boost your writing career with marketing strategies that are proven to sell more books.· Get ... Read more

    Free

  • Tangled Up In You

    A fabulously funny rom-com

    by Rachel Gibson ...
    series Writer Friends
    Tangled Up In You is a fabulously funny rom-com from New York Times bestseller Rachel Gibson - perfect for fans of Jill Shalvis, Jo Watson and Christina Lauren.When Maddie Dupree enters Hennessy's Bar in Truly, Idaho, she isn't looking for a husband, a boyfriend, or even just a drink. She's looking for the truth about her past, and nothing will stand in her way. Especially not a Hennessy boy. ... Read more

    $5.99 AUD

  • Nail Your Novel Instant Fix: 100 tips for fascinating characters

    by Roz Morris ...
    series Nail Your Novel
    Troubleshooting your fictional characters? Inventing a new person for your novel? This on-the-go checklist will help you hit the ground running. More than 100 tips from an expert editor, fiction ghostwriter and writing coach whose sales exceed 4 million copies.'Nail Your Novel is like a personal session with a writing mentor.'What makes a reader fall in love with your book? Whether you write a ... Read more

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  • The Writer's Process: Getting Your Brain in Gear

    by Anne Janzer ...
    Do you know your best writing process? Do you trust it?Writing isn't a single skill—it combines mental processes and activities ranging from idea generation to polishing and publishing. It's a process that may look slightly different for each of us.The strongest writers develop and trust a process that works for them at every stage of the work.When we ignore the process, we get stuck—waiting for ... Read more

    $14.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Consumers Guide for Self-Publishers

    Reviews of writing and publishing companies, tools, and services for authors

    by Carla King ...
    This trusted resource reviews tools and services that help you write, edit, format, design, fund, publish, sell, market, and promote your books. Take all the doubt out of your decisions about what vendors to use in your journey as an independent author and keep this reference handy. Free updates with reader mailing list signup. ... Read more

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  • Writing Tips

    A Creative and Practical Guide to Improving Your Story

    by Merrie Destefano ...
    Book 1 - The Creative Writer's Toolkit
    Writing a book can feel overwhelming—especially if your genre is fantasy, science fiction, or horror. It’s almost like going on a quest. You have to create cities and villages, populate them with unique creatures, and figure out how to save the world—all while making sure your main character finds true love.Hard, yes.Impossible, no.If it were impossible, literature wouldn’t exist.This book can ... Read more

    Free

  • 5 Secrets of Story Structure: How to Write a Novel That Stands Out

    by K.M. Weiland ...
    Book 6 - Helping Writers Become Authors
    Want to take your writing to the next level? Discover the “secrets” of story structure other authors are overlooking!If you’ve read all the books on story structure and concluded there has to be more to it than just three acts and a couple of plot points, then you’re absolutely right! It’s time to notch up your writing education from “basic” to “black belt.” Internationally published author K.M. ... Read more

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  • Opening Up To Indie Authors

    A Guide for Bookstores, Libraries, Reviewers, Literary Event Organisers ... and Self-Publishing Writers (The Alliance of Independent Authors Guides)

    by Debbie Young, Dan Holloway, Orna Ross (Series editor) ...
    series An Alliance of Independent Authors Self-Publishing Guide
    You've self-published a book and you'd like to see it in your local library or bookstore or the review pages of your favourite newspaper. You'd like to speak or read at a literary festival or event. You'd like to enter it for a book award or prize. This Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) guide will tell you how to recognise opportunities, work with publishing partners and open doors, and keep ... Read more

    $9.99 AUD

  • Structuring Your Novel

    Essential Keys for Writing an Outstanding Story

    by K.M. Weiland ...
    Is Structure the Hidden Foundation of All Successful Stories?Why do some stories work and others don’t? The answer is structure. In this new guide from the author of the acclaimed Outlining Your Novel, you will discover the universal underpinnings that guarantee powerful plot and character arcs. An understanding of proper story and scene structure will help you to not only perfectly time your ... Read more

    $0.99 AUD

  • I'm In No Mood For Love

    A gorgeously enjoyable rom-com

    by Rachel Gibson ...
    series Writer Friends
    I'm In No Mood For Love is a gorgeously enjoyable rom-com from New York Times bestseller Rachel Gibson - perfect for fans of Jill Shalvis, Jo Watson and Christina Lauren.What is Clare Wingate doing? One minute she's suffering in the bridesmaid dress from hell, and the next...she's waking up beside Sebastian Vaughan, her girlhood crush turned sexy, globe-hopping journalist. Somewhere between the ... Read more

    $4.99 AUD

  • 5,000 WRITING PROMPTS

    A Master List of Plot Ideas, Creative Exercises, and More

    by Bryn Donovan ...
    5,000 Writing Prompts is the must-have resource for novelists, short story writers, screenwriters, poets, creative writing teachers, bloggers, memoir writers, improv actors, and other creators and storytellers.It includes…150 plot ideas for each of these genres: fantasy, science fiction, mystery, romance, young adult, historical fiction, and general fictionhundreds of other master plots from ... Read more

    $1.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Dear Writer, You Need to Quit

    by Becca Syme ...
    Book 1 - QuitBooks for Writers
    I know, I know, you don’t want to quit writing, and I’m not going to convince you to quit writing. (I’m really not trying to do that…)But what if you could quit other things? Things that weren’t moving the needle? Things that weren’t bringing you the outcome you want? And there are *so* many things you do need to quit, if you want to be a career author.How do I know this? Because I’ve coached ... Read more

    $8.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Writing to Be Understood

    by Anne Janzer ...
    Have you ever wondered what makes your favorite nonfiction books so compelling, understandable, or enjoyable to read? Those works connect with you, as a reader.When you recognize what's happening, you can apply those same methods to your own writing.Writing To Be Understood is the thinking writer's guide to effective nonfiction writing techniques, such as:Using analogies to illustrate unseen ... Read more

    $14.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Creating Character Arcs: The Masterful Author's Guide to Uniting Story Structure, Plot, and Character Development

    by K.M. Weiland ...
    Book 7 - Helping Writers Become Authors
    Powerful Character Arcs Create Powerful StoriesHave you written a story with an exciting concept and interesting characters—but it just isn’t grabbing the attention of readers or agents? It’s time to look deeper into the story beats that create realistic and compelling character arcs. Internationally published, award-winning novelist K.M. Weiland shares her acclaimed method for achieving memorable ... Read more

    $8.35 AUD

  • The 7 P's of Publishing Success

    by Mark Leslie Lefebvre ...
    Book 1 - Stark Publishing Solutions
    What seven traits do the most successful authors have in common? Which strategic approaches can have the most positive effect on your author career? Where should you focus your energy and effort for maximum results? How do these components work together to help you forge a powerful path through publishing?Join Mark Leslie Lefebvre, who draws upon more than three decades of experience in writing, ... Read more

    $3.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 2k to 10k: Writing Faster, Writing Better, and Writing More of What You Love

    by Rachel Aaron ...
    "I loved this book! So helpful!" -- Courtney Milan, New York Times Best Selling author of The Governess Affair"Have you ever wanted to double your daily word counts? Do you feel like you're crawling through your story, struggling for each paragraph? Would you like to get more words every day without increasing the time you spend writing or sacrificing quality? It's not impossible, it's not even ... Read more

    $6.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Searching for the Secret River

    by Kate Grenville ...
    Searching for the Secret River is the extraordinary story of how Kate Grenville came to write her award-winning novel, The Secret River.It all began with her ancestor Solomon Wiseman - transported to New South Wales for the term of his natural life - who later became a wealthy man and built his colonial mansion on the Hawkesbury. Increasingly obsessed with his story, Grenville pursued him from ... Read more

    $19.99 AUD