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  • New Worlds, Year One

    A Writer's Guide to the Art of Worldbuilding

    by Marie Brennan ...
    Series Book 1 - New Worlds
    Step into a world of your own making . . .Worldbuilding is one of the great pleasures of writing science fiction and fantasy -- and also one of its greatest challenges. Award-winning fantasy author Marie Brennan draws on her academic training in anthropology to peel back the layers of a setting, going past the surface details to explore questions many authors never think to answer. She invites you ... Read more

    S$ 5.49 SGD

  • Story Power

    Secrets to Creating, Crafting, and Telling Memorable Stories (Verbal communication, Presentations, Relationships, How to influence people)

    by Kate Farrell, MLS ...
    Verbal Communication Through Telling Stories“…learn how to bring your own stories to life on the page, on the stage, around a campfire, or a dinner table.” —Mary Jo McConahay, award-winning journalistWinner 2020 Indie Book Award for Non-Fiction Writing/PublishingCIBA I&I (Instructional & Insightful) Non-Fiction Awards Finalist#1 New Release in Writing Researching & Publishing GuidesThe art of... ... Read more

    S$ 15.90 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Plain Words

    by Rebecca Gowers, Ernest Gowers ...
    'Be short, be simple, be human.'When Sir Ernest Gowers first wrote Plain Words, it was intended simply as a guide to the proper use of English for the Civil Service. Within a year, however, its humour, charm and authority had made it a bestseller. Since then it has never been out of print.Six decades on, writer Rebecca Gowers has created a new edition of this now-classic work that both revises and ... Read more

    S$ 15.14 SGD

  • The Art of Explanation

    How to Communicate with Clarity and Confidence

    by Ros Atkins ...
    **From BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral 'Ros Atkins on...' explainer videos and host of the forthcoming BBC Radio 4 podcast 'Communicating with Ros Atkins'**'A great read for polishing your communication skills' FORBES'For all those who want their audiences to listen and understand' JEREMY BOWEN'Precision, deftness and a calming expertise' THE TIMESDo you worry about ... Read more

    S$ 16.45 SGD

  • The Power of Creativity (Book 1)

    Learning How to Build Lasting Habits, Face Your Fears and Change Your Life

    by Bryan Collins ...
    Series Book 1 - The Power of Creativity
    Are you ready to build habits, face your fears and change your life?Because that’s the Power of Creativity.This book is for new writers, musicians, filmmakers, artists and anyone who has ever asked questions like “How can I become more creative?” or, “How can I get more ideas?” or “How can I focus on my thoughts and just let them flow?”If you’ve ever struggled with a problem or challenge in your ... Read more

    Free

  • The Artist's Way

    A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity

    by Julia Cameron ...
    'A really good starting point to discover what lights you up' - Emma Gannon'Unlock your inner creativity and ease your anxiety' Daily TelegraphTHE MULTI-MILLION-COPY WORLDWIDE BESTSELLERSince its first publication, The Artist's Way has inspired the genius of Elizabeth Gilbert, Tim Ferriss, Reese Witherspoon, Kerry Washington and millions of readers to embark on a creative journey and find a deeper ... Read more

    S$ 23.10 SGD

  • 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

    S$ 16.45 SGD

  • How To Write A Professional Email

    by Maxim Dsouza ...
    Series series Lean Productivity Books
    Do you struggle to write good emails? This article contains tips on how to write a professional email using 10 tips with real examples. Dos and don'ts included. ... Read more

    Free

  • The Elements of Style: Classic Edition (2018)

    With Editor's Notes, New Chapters & Study Guide

    by William Strunk Jr., Richard De A'Morelli ...
    This Classic Edition commemorates the 100-year anniversary of William Strunk's grammar primer, The Elements of Style. Generations of writers have learned the basics of grammar from Strunk’s little book. It was rated “one of the 100 most influential books written in English” by Time in 2011, and iconic author Stephen King recommended it as a grammar primer that all aspiring writers should read ... Read more

    S$ 4.98 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Writing Unforgettable Characters

    How to Create Story People Who Jump Off the Page

    by James Scott Bell ...
    What will take your fiction from good to great? From decent to dazzling? From lackluster to blockbuster?Characters who "jump off the page."Of course plot matters. So does conflict, and scenes, and every other aspect of the fiction craft. But without unforgettable characters, your books will always be less than they could be.Don't let that happen.In WRITING UNFORGETTABLE CHARACTERS you'll learn:How ... Read more

    S$ 6.86 SGD

  • Writing into the Dark

    How to Write a Novel without an Outline

    by Dean Wesley Smith, WMG Writers Guides ...
    Series Book 6 - WMG Writer's Guides
    With more than a hundred published novels and more than seventeen million copies of his books in print, USA Today bestselling author Dean Wesley Smith knows how to outline. And he knows how to write a novel without an outline.In this WMG Writer’s Guide, Dean takes you step-by-step through the process of writing without an outline and explains why not having an outline boosts your creative voice ... Read more

    S$ 8.24 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Unofficial Author's Guide To Selling Your Book On Amazon

    Self-Publishing, #1

    by Richard McCartney ...
    Series Book 1 - Self-Publishing
    This book is going to show you the top 5 secrets to selling your book on Amazon.These are rock solid proven tips that are sure to make your book more visible on the only online store that counts – Amazon.This Unofficial Guide answers many of the most important questions not addressed in KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing).- What's the best way to launch my book?- How can I increase my book sales?- How ... Read more

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  • Digital Zettelkasten

    Principles, Methods, & Examples

    by David Kadavy ...
    Are you an academic, author, or blogger or anyone else who wants to make writing a breeze?The Zettelkasten method is the perfect way to harness the power of technology to remember what you read and boost creativity. Invented in the 16th century, and practiced to its fullest extent by a German sociologist who wrote more than seventy books and hundreds of articles, the Zettelkasten method is ... Read more

    S$ 9.61 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Writing with Style

    The Economist Guide

    by Lane Greene ...
    THE ONE MILLION COPY BESTSELLERWhy are the best words short and old? Why are full stops a writer's best friend? How can we simplify, then exaggerate? And what exactly are dangling modifiers?We'd all like to write with style.But what does that mean, and what can we learn from The Economist, a publication well known for its clarity and flair?Welcome to Writing wit... ... Read more

    S$ 14.92 SGD

  • The Sense of Style

    The Thinking Person's Guide to Writing in the 21st Century

    by Steven Pinker ...
    Bad writing can't be blamed on the Internet, or on 'the kids today'. Good writing has always been hard: a performance requiring pretense, empathy, and a drive for coherence. In The Sense of Style, cognitive scientist and linguist Steven Pinker uses the latest scientific insights to bring us a style and usage guide for the 21st century. What do skilful writers know about the link between syntax and ... Read more

    S$ 15.14 SGD

  • Oxford Modern English Grammar

    by Bas Aarts ...
    Oxford Modern English Grammar is Oxford's brand new and definitive guide to English grammar. This book has been written by a leading expert in the field, covers both British and American English, and makes use of authentic spoken and written examples. Arranged in four clear parts for ease of use, its comprehensive coverage ranges from the very basic to the most complex aspects of grammar, all of ... Read more

    S$ 28.77 SGD

  • The Conflict Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Obstacles, Adversaries, and Inner Struggles (Volume 1)

    by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...
    Series Book 8 - Writers Helping Writers Series
    Every story starts with a character who is motivated by a need and has a goal that can resolve it. Whether their objective is to find a life partner, bring a killer to justice, overthrow a cruel regime, or something else, conflict transforms a story premise into something fresh. Physical obstacles, adversaries, moral dilemmas, deep-seated doubts and personal struggles…these not only block a ... Read more

    S$ 9.61 SGD

  • Writer's Block: The Top Ten Best Methods For Overcoming Writer's Block and Increasing Your Creative Productivity

    by C.J. Anaya ...
    Do you want to learn how to stop worrying and start writing that #1 bestselling book? Do you have an amazing idea for a novel, but you can't seem to push through your own mental blocks and put pen to paper?Authors everywhere may struggle with the much dreaded and sometimes misunderstood malady that plagues even the most seasoned writers from time to time. Yes. I'm talking about writer's block ... Read more

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  • The Editor's Lexicon

    Essential Writing Terms for Novelists

    by Sarah Cypher ...
    Series Book 1 - The Threepenny Editor Series
    Become a revision-savvy writer with the help of The Editor's Lexicon: Essential Writing Terms for Novelists. It decodes, defines, and provides helpful examples of the editorial jargon used in writing workshops, critiques, and online forums. Written by an experienced editor and writing teacher, this dictionary-style reference book is a fundamental guide for writers across the spectrum of experience ... Read more

    S$ 6.86 SGD

  • Oxford Guide to Plain English

    by Martin Cutts ...
    Plain English is the art of writing clearly, concisely, and in a way that precisely communicates your message to your intended audience. This book offers expert advice to help writers of all abilities improve their written English. With 30 chapters, each centred around a practical guideline, its coverage is extensive, including lessons on vocabulary, punctuation, grammar, layout, proofreading, and ... Read more

    S$ 12.36 SGD

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

    by K.M. Weiland ...
    Series 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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  • Storyteller

    Writing Lessons and More from 27 Years of the Clarion Writers' Workshop

    by Kate Wilhelm ...
    “Wilhelm really knows students and knows how to teach them to craft a professional story.”—The OregonianPart memoir, part writing manual, Storyteller is an affectionate account of how the Clarion Writers’ Workshop began, what Kate Wilhelm learned, and how she passed a love of the written word on to generations of writers. Includes writing exercises and advice. A Hugo and Locus award winner. ... Read more

    S$ 11.43 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Conflict Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Obstacles, Adversaries, and Inner Struggles (Volume 2)

    by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...
    Series Book 9 - Writers Helping Writers Series
    A story where the character gets exactly what they want doesn’t make for good reading. But add villainous clashes, lost advantages, power struggles, and menacing threats…well, now we have the makings of a page-turner. Conflict is the golden thread that binds plot to arc, providing the complications, setbacks, and derailments that make the character’s inner and outer journeys dynamic.Inside Volume ... Read more

    S$ 9.61 SGD

  • How To Write A Series

    A Guide to Series Types and Structure plus Troubleshooting Tips and Marketing Tactics

    by Sara Rosett ...
    Series Book 2 - Genre Fiction How To
    Struggling to structure your book series? Learn how to make a series work for you: increase reader engagement and take advantage of the built-in marketing potential a series gives you.Are you unsure which series structure is best for you? Or are you several books into a series, but you’re stuck? Do you want to expand your literary universe but aren’t sure how to do it? Perhaps you have a series ... Read more

    S$ 8.24 SGD