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Revisionaries

What We Can Learn from the Lost, Unfinished, and Just Plain Bad Work of Great Writers

by Kristopher Jansma ...

Narrated by Greg D. Barnett ...

Unabridged

8 hours 59 min

Find creative inspiration in this fascinating rummage through the wastebaskets, secret diaries, and abandoned files of twenty literary superstars.If you like to write—whether it's a pastime, a passion, or a profession—you've probably found yourself reading something brilliant and thinking, "I could never do this! I might as well give up." But if there's one thing every great author has in common, ... Read more

$19.99 USD

Find creative inspiration in this fascinating rummage through the wastebaskets, secret diaries, and abandoned files of twenty literary superstars.If you like to write—whether it's a pastime, a passion, or a profession—you've probably found yourself reading something brilliant and thinking, "I could never do this! I might as well give up." But if there's one thing every great author has in common,
... Read more
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Rogues, Widows, and Orphans

Mischief and Misadventures in the World of Books

by Rebecca Lee ...

Narrated by Kirsten Potter ...

Unabridged

8 hours 30 min

A publishing industry insider reveals the hilarious and fascinating mishaps, hoaxes, and gaffes behind your favorite books.It’s a long journey from a writer’s mind to a finished book, and a lot needs to go right along the way. But isn’t it more interesting when things go wrong?Rebecca Lee, a senior editorial manager at Penguin Random House, guides listeners through the secrets of the book industry ... Read more

$22.95 USD

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A publishing industry insider reveals the hilarious and fascinating mishaps, hoaxes, and gaffes behind your favorite books.It’s a long journey from a writer’s mind to a finished book, and a lot needs to go right along the way. But isn’t it more interesting when things go wrong?Rebecca Lee, a senior editorial manager at Penguin Random House, guides listeners through the secrets of the book industry
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The Influential Author: How and Why to Write, Publish, and Sell Nonfiction Books that Matter

by Gregory V. Diehl ...

Narrated by Gregory V. Diehl ...

Unabridged

13 hours 42 min

Do you have something important to say? Are your knowledge and experience unique, valuable, and in demand? Do you want to write a book that changes the way people think and live?By combining his experience as an educator and entrepreneur, author Gregory V. Diehl teaches passionate thinkers how to turn unique messages into profitable books—without sacrificing royalties or creative control to a ... Read more

$17.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Do you have something important to say? Are your knowledge and experience unique, valuable, and in demand? Do you want to write a book that changes the way people think and live?By combining his experience as an educator and entrepreneur, author Gregory V. Diehl teaches passionate thinkers how to turn unique messages into profitable books—without sacrificing royalties or creative control to a
... Read more
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How to Edit Writing: 7 Easy Steps to Master Writing Editing, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Spelling, Grammar & Punctuation

by Jaiden Pemton ...

Narrated by K.C. Wayman ...

Series Audiobook 5 - Creative Writing
Unabridged

1 hour 16 min

Have you just finished writing your masterpiece, but don’t know how to approach the editing stage?Or have you decided to take on a role as an editor for the work of other writers, and don’t know where to start?Do you feel unclear about how to distinguish and use the elements of the editing process?How to Edit Writing is the guide you need! We will teach you how to edit writing in 7 easy steps. ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Have you just finished writing your masterpiece, but don’t know how to approach the editing stage?Or have you decided to take on a role as an editor for the work of other writers, and don’t know where to start?Do you feel unclear about how to distinguish and use the elements of the editing process?How to Edit Writing is the guide you need! We will teach you how to edit writing in 7 easy steps.
... Read more
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Take It from Me

An Agent's Guide to Building a Nonfiction Writing Career from Scratch

by Alia Hanna Habib ...

Narrated by Lameece Issaq ...

Unabridged

10 hours 50 min

**From the literary agent behind some of today’s most successful authors comes a narrative guide geared specifically to the needs of aspiring and working nonfiction writers, demystifying the world of publishing and offering a practical roadmap to getting your book published.“An invaluable resource.”—Clint Smith, author of How the Word is Passed“I really, really wish I had this book when I was ... Read more

$22.00 USD

**From the literary agent behind some of today’s most successful authors comes a narrative guide geared specifically to the needs of aspiring and working nonfiction writers, demystifying the world of publishing and offering a practical roadmap to getting your book published.“An invaluable resource.”—Clint Smith, author of How the Word is Passed“I really, really wish I had this book when I was
... Read more
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Write Your Why (What Will Follow)

by Julia Whelan ...

Narrated by Julia Whelan ...

Unabridged

21 min

An approachable craft talk, written and read by Julia Whelan. Combining her perspectives as a writer, an educator, and a narrator, she breaks down what makes books connect with readers. Using Simon Sinek's seminal TedTalk for the business community, "Knowing Your Why", as a starting point, Julia applies this to the broader craft of storytelling: If you know why you are writing something, your ... Read more

$4.88 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

An approachable craft talk, written and read by Julia Whelan. Combining her perspectives as a writer, an educator, and a narrator, she breaks down what makes books connect with readers. Using Simon Sinek's seminal TedTalk for the business community, "Knowing Your Why", as a starting point, Julia applies this to the broader craft of storytelling: If you know why you are writing something, your
... Read more
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Put Your Heart on the Page (Part 2)

Plotting To Enrich Your Back Story

by Anne Perry ...

Narrated by Anne Perry ...

Series Audiobook 2 - Put Your Heart On The Page
Unabridged

59 min

Anne Perry stands tall not only for earning her place among the world's most widely read mystery writers, but as the author of the longest sustained crime series by a living author. When it comes to literary fiction in the mystery genre, no one does it better than Anne Perry. The New York Times called her writing First rate, and the London Times named her one of the 100 Masters of Crime. With ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Anne Perry stands tall not only for earning her place among the world's most widely read mystery writers, but as the author of the longest sustained crime series by a living author. When it comes to literary fiction in the mystery genre, no one does it better than Anne Perry. The New York Times called her writing First rate, and the London Times named her one of the 100 Masters of Crime. With
... Read more
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Get to the Publishing Punchline

A Fun (and Slightly Aggressive) 30 Day Guide to Get Your Book Ready for the World

by Joy Eggerichs Reed ...

Narrated by Joy Eggerichs Reed, Matthew Reed ...

Unabridged

3 hours 35 min

As a literary agent, Joy Eggerichs Reed sees book proposals that, unfortunately, she writes off after about sixty seconds of skimming.While that may sound harsh, there are specific things she looks for that show her immediately how seriously a writer takes their goals of getting published.Even though the first steps of writing and figuring out how to publish a book can feel daunting, this book ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

As a literary agent, Joy Eggerichs Reed sees book proposals that, unfortunately, she writes off after about sixty seconds of skimming.While that may sound harsh, there are specific things she looks for that show her immediately how seriously a writer takes their goals of getting published.Even though the first steps of writing and figuring out how to publish a book can feel daunting, this book
... Read more
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Les Clés du Best-Seller, Comment Écrire un Livre qui Captive les Lecteurs

by Eric Giegelmann ...

Narrated by Voix Numérique Fabien G ...

Series Audiobook 47 - Développement personnel et spiritualité
Unabridged

1 hour 51 min

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Vous rêvez de voir votre livre figurer en tête des ventes ? Ce guide pratique et inspirant vous dévoile les secrets des auteurs à succès. De la naissance d’une idée originale à la promotion de votre œuvre, chaque étape est abordée avec clarté et méthode.Apprenez à comprendre le marché, à construire des intrigues captivantes, à créer des personnages ... Read more

$4.00 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Vous rêvez de voir votre livre figurer en tête des ventes ? Ce guide pratique et inspirant vous dévoile les secrets des auteurs à succès. De la naissance d’une idée originale à la promotion de votre œuvre, chaque étape est abordée avec clarté et méthode.Apprenez à comprendre le marché, à construire des intrigues captivantes, à créer des personnages
... Read more
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Writing Well

Learn What it Takes on How to Become a Successful Freelance Writer

by Thad Stanley ...

Narrated by Marcus Mulenga ...

Unabridged

11 min

Writing Well: Learn What it Takes on How to Become a Successful Freelance WriterBecoming a freelance writer is a dream of many people. The good thing is that getting started as a freelance writer has never been easier or more in demand. A freelance writer is a solopreneur or business owner that sells the service of writing. They may write either for themselves or as a contractor writing on spec ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Writing Well: Learn What it Takes on How to Become a Successful Freelance WriterBecoming a freelance writer is a dream of many people. The good thing is that getting started as a freelance writer has never been easier or more in demand. A freelance writer is a solopreneur or business owner that sells the service of writing. They may write either for themselves or as a contractor writing on spec
... Read more
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Extreme Planning for Authors

A Treasure Map for Writing Your Novel

by Christy Nicholas ...

Unabridged

5 hours 8 min

Frustrated by another incomplete book? Learn new ways to escape the hamster wheel and fill the shelves with brilliant best-sellers.Has your dream of authorship turned into a collection of half-finished manuscripts? Inspired by a great idea only to face burnout in the messy middle? Are you terrified by the evils of editing?With over a decade of experience in indie publishing, best-selling author ... Read more

$14.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Frustrated by another incomplete book? Learn new ways to escape the hamster wheel and fill the shelves with brilliant best-sellers.Has your dream of authorship turned into a collection of half-finished manuscripts? Inspired by a great idea only to face burnout in the messy middle? Are you terrified by the evils of editing?With over a decade of experience in indie publishing, best-selling author
... Read more
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Being Indie

Tips, Tricks, & Tactics for the Beginning Indie Author

by James Noll ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mike G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 44 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Do you have a novel you’ve been dying to complete but can’t seem to get started? Have you always wanted to write fiction but don’t know where to begin? Have you finished a novel but don’t know how to develop, edit, brand, market, or sell it?YOU ARE NOT ALONE!Being a novelist takes more than just an English degree and a desire to tell a story. It takes ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Do you have a novel you’ve been dying to complete but can’t seem to get started? Have you always wanted to write fiction but don’t know where to begin? Have you finished a novel but don’t know how to develop, edit, brand, market, or sell it?YOU ARE NOT ALONE!Being a novelist takes more than just an English degree and a desire to tell a story. It takes
... Read more
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Operation Skriva

by Johanna Thydell ...

Narrated by Johanna Thydell ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Operation Skriva
Unabridged

2 hours 8 min

Operation Skriva är en skrivarskola för 9-12 år. Under tio kapitel lär du dig att skriva en berättelse, med en början, mitt och slut. Hur börjar man, hur skriver man en bra dialog och vad gör man om det plötsligt tar stopp? Massor av skrivövningar, lyssnarutmaningar och inspiration! ... Read more

$5.99 USD

Operation Skriva är en skrivarskola för 9-12 år. Under tio kapitel lär du dig att skriva en berättelse, med en början, mitt och slut. Hur börjar man, hur skriver man en bra dialog och vad gör man om det plötsligt tar stopp? Massor av skrivövningar, lyssnarutmaningar och inspiration!
... Read more
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The Art of Brevity

Crafting the Very Short Story

by Grant Faulkner ...

Narrated by Paul Heitsch ...

Unabridged

7 hours 3 min

With increased compression, every word, every sentence matters more. A writer must learn how to form narratives around caesuras and crevices instead of strings of connections, to move a story through the symbolic weight of images, to master the power of suggestion.With elegant prose, deep readings of other writers, and scaffolded writing exercises, The Art of Brevity takes the listener on a ... Read more

$15.99 USD

With increased compression, every word, every sentence matters more. A writer must learn how to form narratives around caesuras and crevices instead of strings of connections, to move a story through the symbolic weight of images, to master the power of suggestion.With elegant prose, deep readings of other writers, and scaffolded writing exercises, The Art of Brevity takes the listener on a
... Read more
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Editor's Eye, The

Crafting Books That Captivate

by B. Vincent ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Alistair G ...

Unabridged

6 hours 55 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In the intricate dance of book creation, the editor plays a pivotal role, transforming raw manuscripts into polished gems that enchant readers and leave a lasting impression. "The Editor's Eye: Crafting Books That Captivate" is an essential guide for editors at every stage of their career, offering a deep dive into the art and craft of editing. Through ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In the intricate dance of book creation, the editor plays a pivotal role, transforming raw manuscripts into polished gems that enchant readers and leave a lasting impression. "The Editor's Eye: Crafting Books That Captivate" is an essential guide for editors at every stage of their career, offering a deep dive into the art and craft of editing. Through
... Read more
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Причеши меня. Твой текст

Редактура художественной прозы: от стиля до сюжета

by Екатерина Звонцова, Екатерина Звонцова ...

Narrated by Любовь Конева ...

Series series Писательский ниндзя
Unabridged

12 hours 16 min

Хотите узнать, как редактировать художественный текст без лишних мучений и даже с удовольствием? С Екатериной Звонцовой вы изучите саморедактуру от стиля до сюжета, доведете до конца задумки, в которых забуксовали, влюбитесь в свои истории заново, а также: — научитесь понимать, что не так с вашим текстом, чтобы это исправить; — узнаете законы, по которым живет русский язык, чтобы не делать ошибок; ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Хотите узнать, как редактировать художественный текст без лишних мучений и даже с удовольствием? С Екатериной Звонцовой вы изучите саморедактуру от стиля до сюжета, доведете до конца задумки, в которых забуксовали, влюбитесь в свои истории заново, а также: — научитесь понимать, что не так с вашим текстом, чтобы это исправить; — узнаете законы, по которым живет русский язык, чтобы не делать ошибок;
... Read more
Audiobook

Narrate and Record Your Own Audiobook: a Simplified Guide

by M. L. Buchman ...

Narrated by M. L. Buchman ...

Series Audiobook 4 - Strategies for Success
Unabridged

2 hours 49 min

Audio is the up-and-coming market, but the price of entry can be a horrific $300-500 per finished hour and up.M. L. Buchman has recorded and published over 30 audio titles—himself.Here he covers the basics you need to record your own audiobooks.How to decide if it's the best option.When you should outsource the engineering.Why you're wrong when you "hate your own voice."Tools, techniques, and free ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Audio is the up-and-coming market, but the price of entry can be a horrific $300-500 per finished hour and up.M. L. Buchman has recorded and published over 30 audio titles—himself.Here he covers the basics you need to record your own audiobooks.How to decide if it's the best option.When you should outsource the engineering.Why you're wrong when you "hate your own voice."Tools, techniques, and free
... Read more
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Пиши больше. Книга-тренажер для тех, кто думает, что их тексты все еще недостаточно хороши

by Анастасия Семихатских ...

Narrated by Анна Сказко ...

Series series TEXT UP. Копирайтинг нового уровня
Unabridged

4 hours 17 min

Чтобы хорошо писать, нужно тренироваться. Умение создавать блестящие тексты — такой же навык, как игра на гитаре или бег трусцой. С одной стороны, важно быть в курсе ключевых принципов копирайтинга, с другой — регулярно их применять. Именно из этого исходила Настя Семихатских, создавая целостную систему обучения копирайтингу. Каждый ее тезис снабжен упражнениями, которые позволяют прокачать ... Read more

$4.57 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Чтобы хорошо писать, нужно тренироваться. Умение создавать блестящие тексты — такой же навык, как игра на гитаре или бег трусцой. С одной стороны, важно быть в курсе ключевых принципов копирайтинга, с другой — регулярно их применять. Именно из этого исходила Настя Семихатских, создавая целостную систему обучения копирайтингу. Каждый ее тезис снабжен упражнениями, которые позволяют прокачать
... Read more
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Write Fearless. Edit Smart. Get Published.

A Master Class for Fiction Writers

by Lisa Mangum ...

Narrated by Lisa Mangum ...

Unabridged

7 hours 23 min

Wherever you are in your author’s journey, this book is like teaming up with a personal writing coach who has more than a quarter century of writing, editorial and publishing experience.Thousands of writers—from first-time authors to #1 New York Times best-selling authors—have learned from Lisa Mangum’s masterful literary advice and inspiration. Now she’s collected the best of her writing and ... Read more

$24.99 USD

Wherever you are in your author’s journey, this book is like teaming up with a personal writing coach who has more than a quarter century of writing, editorial and publishing experience.Thousands of writers—from first-time authors to #1 New York Times best-selling authors—have learned from Lisa Mangum’s masterful literary advice and inspiration. Now she’s collected the best of her writing and
... Read more
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13 Steps to Evil

How to Craft a Superbad Villain

by Sacha Black ...

Narrated by Sacha Black ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Better Writers Series
Unabridged

4 hours 33 min

Your hero is not the most important character in your book. Your villain is.Are you fed up of drowning in one-dimensional villains? Frustrated with creating clichés? And failing to get your reader to root for your villain?In 13 Steps to Evil, you’ll discover:How to develop a villain’s mindsetA step-by-step guide to creating your villain from the ground upWhy getting to the core of a villain’s ... Read more

$14.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Your hero is not the most important character in your book. Your villain is.Are you fed up of drowning in one-dimensional villains? Frustrated with creating clichés? And failing to get your reader to root for your villain?In 13 Steps to Evil, you’ll discover:How to develop a villain’s mindsetA step-by-step guide to creating your villain from the ground upWhy getting to the core of a villain’s
... Read more
Audiobook

Book One Writing & Publishing as a Business

by Rae A. Stonehouse ...

Narrated by Mike A Google AI generated narrator ...

Series Audiobook 1 - The Successful Self Publisher Series: How to Write, Publish and Market Your Book Yourself
Unabridged

2 hours 21 min

Self-publishing is well within the reach of many authors however, the learning curve can be frustratingly steep.Author Rae A. Stonehouse, veteran of a dozen of his own self-help, personal/professional development books and others for his clients, shares sage advice from his self-publishing career and from the pros.Book One Writing & Publishing as a Business in The Successful Self Publisher Series: ... Read more

$15.99 USD

Self-publishing is well within the reach of many authors however, the learning curve can be frustratingly steep.Author Rae A. Stonehouse, veteran of a dozen of his own self-help, personal/professional development books and others for his clients, shares sage advice from his self-publishing career and from the pros.Book One Writing & Publishing as a Business in The Successful Self Publisher Series:
... Read more
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Writing Science

How to Write Papers That Get Cited and Proposals That Get Funded

by Joshua Schimel ...

Narrated by Lane Hakel ...

Unabridged

9 hours 53 min

As a scientist, you are a professional writer: your career is built on successful proposals and papers. Success isn't defined by getting papers into print, but by getting them into the reader's consciousness. Writing Science is built upon the idea that successful science writing tells a story. It uses that insight to discuss how to write more effectively. Integrating lessons from other genres of ... Read more

$24.99 USD

As a scientist, you are a professional writer: your career is built on successful proposals and papers. Success isn't defined by getting papers into print, but by getting them into the reader's consciousness. Writing Science is built upon the idea that successful science writing tells a story. It uses that insight to discuss how to write more effectively. Integrating lessons from other genres of
... Read more
Audiobook

Put Your Heart on the Page (Part 1)

An Introduction To Writing

by Anne Perry ...

Narrated by Anne Perry ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Put Your Heart on the Page
Unabridged

1 hour 3 min

Anne Perry started out as a good writer, but has won greatness inch by inch by reading other authors, listening to editors and agents, and adapting techniques from other creators. Now you, too, can have a lesson from an author who The New York Times has called 'First Rate,' and who's included in the 100 Masters of the crime genre; who's sold 25 million copies worldwide to continuing critical ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Anne Perry started out as a good writer, but has won greatness inch by inch by reading other authors, listening to editors and agents, and adapting techniques from other creators. Now you, too, can have a lesson from an author who The New York Times has called 'First Rate,' and who's included in the 100 Masters of the crime genre; who's sold 25 million copies worldwide to continuing critical
... Read more
Audiobook

Memory Improvement

3 books in 1: Your complete guide to learn faster with Accelerated Learning, Speed Reading and Photographic Memory

by Travis O'Ryan ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Maxwell G ...

Unabridged

7 hours 27 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.THIS BOOK INCLUDES:Accelerated Learning-How to Learn-How the Memory Works-How to Improve Your Memory-How to Concentrate-Basic and more advanced techniques for LearningSpeed Reading✓ What is Speed Reading✓ All the Benefits of Speed Reading✓ How to Make Speed Reading a Habit✓ Basic and more Advanced Speed Reading Tech... ... Read more

$14.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.THIS BOOK INCLUDES:Accelerated Learning-How to Learn-How the Memory Works-How to Improve Your Memory-How to Concentrate-Basic and more advanced techniques for LearningSpeed Reading✓ What is Speed Reading✓ All the Benefits of Speed Reading✓ How to Make Speed Reading a Habit✓ Basic and more Advanced Speed Reading Tech...
... Read more

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