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Let me tell you a story

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by Rakuten Kobo ...

Narrated by Jim Dale ...

Unabridged

3 min

Let me tell you a story. Do you remember when you first fell in love with reading? Well you weren't really reading, were you? No, your passion for books began quite another way. It was listening, wasn't it? To a story. Yes; your love of reading got started when you were being read to. Could there be any six words that have more anticipation behind them than: "Let me tell you a story."Introducing ... Read more

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Let me tell you a story. Do you remember when you first fell in love with reading? Well you weren't really reading, were you? No, your passion for books began quite another way. It was listening, wasn't it? To a story. Yes; your love of reading got started when you were being read to. Could there be any six words that have more anticipation behind them than: "Let me tell you a story."Introducing
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Save the Cat! Writes a Novel

The Last Book On Novel Writing You'll Ever Need

by Jessica Brody ...

Narrated by Jessica Brody ...

Series series Save the Cat!
Unabridged

10 hours 49 min

The first novel-writing guide from the best-selling Save the Cat! story-structure series, which reveals the 15 essential plot points needed to make any novel a success.Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat! screenwriting methodology to the world of novel writing. Revealing the 15 "beats" (plot points) that comprise a ... Read more

$20.00 USD

The first novel-writing guide from the best-selling Save the Cat! story-structure series, which reveals the 15 essential plot points needed to make any novel a success.Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat! screenwriting methodology to the world of novel writing. Revealing the 15 "beats" (plot points) that comprise a
... Read more
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Chokepoint Capitalism

How Big Tech and Big Content Captured Creative Labor Markets and How We'll Win Them Back

by Rebecca Giblin, Cory Doctorow ...

Unabridged

11 hours 56 min

A call to action for the creative class and labor movement to rally against the power of Big Tech and Big MediaCorporate concentration has breached the stratosphere, as have corporate profits. An ever-expanding constellation of industries are now monopolies (where sellers have excessive power over buyers) or monopsonies (where buyers hold the whip hand over sellers)—or both.In Chokepoint ... Read more

$20.00 USD

A call to action for the creative class and labor movement to rally against the power of Big Tech and Big MediaCorporate concentration has breached the stratosphere, as have corporate profits. An ever-expanding constellation of industries are now monopolies (where sellers have excessive power over buyers) or monopsonies (where buyers hold the whip hand over sellers)—or both.In Chokepoint
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Audiobook

First Five Pages, The

A Writer's Guide To Staying Out of the Rejection Pile

by Noah Lukeman ...

Narrated by Angus Freathy ...

Unabridged

5 hours 43 min

IF YOU'RE TIRED OF REJECTION, THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU.Whether you are a novice writer or a veteran who has already had your work published, rejection is often a frustrating reality. Literary agents and editors receive and reject hundreds of manuscripts each month. While it's the job of these publishing professionals to be discriminating, it's the job of the writer to produce a manuscript that ... Read more

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IF YOU'RE TIRED OF REJECTION, THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU.Whether you are a novice writer or a veteran who has already had your work published, rejection is often a frustrating reality. Literary agents and editors receive and reject hundreds of manuscripts each month. While it's the job of these publishing professionals to be discriminating, it's the job of the writer to produce a manuscript that
... Read more
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Save the Cat! Goes to the Movies

The Screenwriter's Guide to Every Story Ever Told

by Blake Snyder ...

Narrated by George Newbern ...

Series Audiobook 2 - Save The Cat!
Unabridged

8 hours 47 min

In the perfect companion piece to his first book, Blake Snyder delivers even more insider information gleaned from a twenty-year track record as one of Hollywood's most successful spec screenwriters. Designed for screenwriters, novelists, and movie fans, this book gives listeners key breakdowns of the fifty most instructional movies from the past thirty years. From M*A*S*H to Crash, Alien to Saw, ... Read more

$24.99 USD

In the perfect companion piece to his first book, Blake Snyder delivers even more insider information gleaned from a twenty-year track record as one of Hollywood's most successful spec screenwriters. Designed for screenwriters, novelists, and movie fans, this book gives listeners key breakdowns of the fifty most instructional movies from the past thirty years. From M*A*S*H to Crash, Alien to Saw,
... Read more
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Book Launch Strategies:

Everything You Need to Successfully Launch, Market, and Sell More Books on Amazon and Beyond

by Jessica Collins ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 49 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Book Launch StrategiesLaunching a book is more than hitting "publish"—it’s a carefully orchestrated journey designed to make sure your story reaches the readers who will love it most. Book Launch Strategies is your comprehensive roadmap to planning, executing, and sustaining a successful launch, no matter your genre or publishing path. This isn’t about ... Read more

$9.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Book Launch StrategiesLaunching a book is more than hitting "publish"—it’s a carefully orchestrated journey designed to make sure your story reaches the readers who will love it most. Book Launch Strategies is your comprehensive roadmap to planning, executing, and sustaining a successful launch, no matter your genre or publishing path. This isn’t about
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All the Knowledge in the World

The Extraordinary History of the Encyclopedia

by Simon Garfield ...

Narrated by Tim Bentinck ...

Unabridged

11 hours 53 min

From the “deliriously clever” (Boston Globe) Simon Garfield, New York Times bestselling author of Just My Type, comesthe wild and fascinating story of the encyclopedia, from Ancient Greece to the present day.New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice""A brilliant book about knowledge itself.” —Deirdre Mask, author of The Address Book**“Garfield’s witty history captures th... ... Read more

$28.99 USD

From the “deliriously clever” (Boston Globe) Simon Garfield, New York Times bestselling author of Just My Type, comesthe wild and fascinating story of the encyclopedia, from Ancient Greece to the present day.New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice""A brilliant book about knowledge itself.” —Deirdre Mask, author of The Address Book**“Garfield’s witty history captures th...
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Networking for Authors

How to Make Friends, Sell More Books and Grow a Publishing Network from Scratch

by Dan Parsons ...

Narrated by J.D. Kelly ...

Series Audiobook 2 - The Creative Business Series
Unabridged

6 hours 26 min

WANT TO BE A SUCCESSFUL AUTHOR BUT HAVE NO PUBLISHING CONNECTIONS? LEARN HOW A SIMPLE NETWORKING STRATEGY CAN KICKSTART YOUR WRITING CAREER!Imagine being able to call upon a team of professionals to publish your own chart-topping novels. A life in which you have access to influential distributors and hang out with the world’s bestselling authors. Welcome to your new reality.Whether you’re an ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

WANT TO BE A SUCCESSFUL AUTHOR BUT HAVE NO PUBLISHING CONNECTIONS? LEARN HOW A SIMPLE NETWORKING STRATEGY CAN KICKSTART YOUR WRITING CAREER!Imagine being able to call upon a team of professionals to publish your own chart-topping novels. A life in which you have access to influential distributors and hang out with the world’s bestselling authors. Welcome to your new reality.Whether you’re an
... Read more
Audiobook

Be a Writing Machine 2

Writer Faster and Smarter, Beat Writer's Block, and Be Prolific

by M.L. Ronn ...

Narrated by John Freyer ...

Series Audiobook 19 - Author Level Up
Unabridged

3 hours 4 min

The sequel to the bestselling productivity book for writers—available in ebook, paperback, large print, and audiobook!OK, so you're ready to write faster and smarter, beat writer's block, and be prolific. Now, the real struggle begins.Since writing the first Be a Writing Machine, bestselling author and YouTuber M.L. Ronn has traveled across the world, teaching writers how to unlock new levels of ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The sequel to the bestselling productivity book for writers—available in ebook, paperback, large print, and audiobook!OK, so you're ready to write faster and smarter, beat writer's block, and be prolific. Now, the real struggle begins.Since writing the first Be a Writing Machine, bestselling author and YouTuber M.L. Ronn has traveled across the world, teaching writers how to unlock new levels of
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לכתוב ולהוציא לאור

by הגר ינאי ...

Narrated by תמר לוין ...

Unabridged

8 hours 32 min

כיצד בונים עלילה? מיהו גיבור מוצלח? איך מוצאים את הקול הספרותי המיוחד שלכם? איך מתקבלים להוצאת ספרים ומשפרים את הסיכויים להצליח בשוק הישראלי, ומה עושים אם רוצים לעבד את הספר לטלוויזיה או לתרגם אותו ולפרוץ לשוק הבין־לאומי? אם אתם כותבים או רוצים לכתוב, זהו המדריך בשבילכם. הגר ינאי מובילה אתכם יד ביד לאורך המסע המרגש של כתיבת ספר והוצאתו לאור – מהרגע שמבזיק בראשכם רעיון, דרך מלאכת בניית הסיפור עד ... Read more

$12.30 USD

כיצד בונים עלילה? מיהו גיבור מוצלח? איך מוצאים את הקול הספרותי המיוחד שלכם? איך מתקבלים להוצאת ספרים ומשפרים את הסיכויים להצליח בשוק הישראלי, ומה עושים אם רוצים לעבד את הספר לטלוויזיה או לתרגם אותו ולפרוץ לשוק הבין־לאומי? אם אתם כותבים או רוצים לכתוב, זהו המדריך בשבילכם. הגר ינאי מובילה אתכם יד ביד לאורך המסע המרגש של כתיבת ספר והוצאתו לאור – מהרגע שמבזיק בראשכם רעיון, דרך מלאכת בניית הסיפור עד
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Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing:

Which Path is Right for You? A Complete Guide to Navigating the Publishing Industry and Making Money from Your Book

by Jonathan K. Hari ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Maxwell G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 6 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: Which Path is Right for You?Bringing a book to life is no small feat—but how you publish it can make all the difference. Do you chase the prestige of traditional publishing, or do you take full control with self-publishing? This comprehensive guide breaks down everything you need to know to make an informed ... Read more

$9.98 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: Which Path is Right for You?Bringing a book to life is no small feat—but how you publish it can make all the difference. Do you chase the prestige of traditional publishing, or do you take full control with self-publishing? This comprehensive guide breaks down everything you need to know to make an informed
... Read more
Audiobook

Birds Are the Key to Writing Success

"Elevate your writing game! Access compelling audio lessons designed to inspire and enhance your writing."

by Jareth Byers ...

Narrated by Alan Winnigton ...

Unabridged

52 min

Birds Are the Key to Writing Success⭐⭐ A Simplified Guide with Explanations Included ⭐⭐Are you ready to advance your career and enhance your knowledge through powerful storytelling and perseverance?Looking for a comprehensive resource that encompasses everything you need to transform your life through effective writing?Your search ends here!This guide is your ultimat... ... Read more

$4.50 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Birds Are the Key to Writing Success⭐⭐ A Simplified Guide with Explanations Included ⭐⭐Are you ready to advance your career and enhance your knowledge through powerful storytelling and perseverance?Looking for a comprehensive resource that encompasses everything you need to transform your life through effective writing?Your search ends here!This guide is your ultimat...
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Audiobook

Self Publishing: How to Publish a Book on Amazon Kdp for Beginners (A Step-by-step Beginners Guide to Building a Profitable Self-publishing Business)

by Thomas Barfield ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mason G ...

Unabridged

4 hours 50 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The stigmas have faded, self-publishing is the future of publishing, and—from the looks of things—amazon kdp is the future of self-publishing.Not only is it the future, but as of now, kdp is the best option for writers looking to self-publish while making a real, livable income.The benefits of publishing through amazon are immense. There are virtually ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The stigmas have faded, self-publishing is the future of publishing, and—from the looks of things—amazon kdp is the future of self-publishing.Not only is it the future, but as of now, kdp is the best option for writers looking to self-publish while making a real, livable income.The benefits of publishing through amazon are immense. There are virtually
... Read more
Audiobook

Book Three Content Marketing Strategies That Work

by Rae A. Stonehouse ...

Narrated by Mike A Google generated AI narrator ...

Series Audiobook 3 - The Successful Self Publisher Series: How to Write, Publish and Market Your Book Yourself
Unabridged

5 hours 33 min

It can be said that writing your book can take 30% of your time and marketing it 130%.Many self-published authors shy away from marketing their content. It is a lot of work; the learning curve is steep, and it can take them out of their comfort zone. Way out!Self-marketing your content is well within your reach as an author when you know the basics and advanced strategies.Author Rae A. Stonehouse, ... Read more

$18.99 USD

It can be said that writing your book can take 30% of your time and marketing it 130%.Many self-published authors shy away from marketing their content. It is a lot of work; the learning curve is steep, and it can take them out of their comfort zone. Way out!Self-marketing your content is well within your reach as an author when you know the basics and advanced strategies.Author Rae A. Stonehouse,
... Read more
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Power of the Published, The

How Rapidly Authoring a Book Can Ignite Your Business and Your Life

by Everett O'Keefe ...

Narrated by Everett O'Keefe ...

Unabridged

4 hours 2 min

THERE’S NOTHING LIKE A BOOKFor thousands of years, we have revered authors. From Homer to the writers of today, we reserve a special place in our hearts for those who have accomplished what few ever will. Books themselves have a mystique about them, for they are the age-old receptacles of our collective wisdom. There is power in a book!Why not put this unique power to work for you?In The Power of ... Read more

$19.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

THERE’S NOTHING LIKE A BOOKFor thousands of years, we have revered authors. From Homer to the writers of today, we reserve a special place in our hearts for those who have accomplished what few ever will. Books themselves have a mystique about them, for they are the age-old receptacles of our collective wisdom. There is power in a book!Why not put this unique power to work for you?In The Power of
... Read more
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Write Through It

An Insider's Guide to Publishing and the Creative Life

by Kate McKean ...

Narrated by Kate McKean ...

Unabridged

8 hours 12 min

Discover what every new and aspiring author needs to know about the publishing industry and how to navigate all the complicated feelings that come with writing a book in this no-nonsense guide from literary agent, author, and creator of the popular newsletter Agents & Books Kate McKean.Writers all want the secret to getting published: the magic formula for a query letter, the list of agents who ... Read more

$24.99 USD

Discover what every new and aspiring author needs to know about the publishing industry and how to navigate all the complicated feelings that come with writing a book in this no-nonsense guide from literary agent, author, and creator of the popular newsletter Agents & Books Kate McKean.Writers all want the secret to getting published: the magic formula for a query letter, the list of agents who
... Read more
Audiobook

Publishing Through Puberty

A Bestselling Teenage Author's Self Publishing Secrets Revealed

by HowExpert, Mark Messick ...

Narrated by Eric Boozer ...

Unabridged

1 hour 58 min

Writing a book is freakin' hard as crap. Brainstorming, outlining, writing, editing...it takes a chunk out of you. A piece of your soul. But unfortunately, that's not the hardest part of the process. Once you've given your book all you've got, you've still got to give a little bit more. Do you see where I'm going with this?Marketing.Marketing is a jerk. It's really hard. Especially as a teenager. ... Read more

$19.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Writing a book is freakin' hard as crap. Brainstorming, outlining, writing, editing...it takes a chunk out of you. A piece of your soul. But unfortunately, that's not the hardest part of the process. Once you've given your book all you've got, you've still got to give a little bit more. Do you see where I'm going with this?Marketing.Marketing is a jerk. It's really hard. Especially as a teenager.
... Read more
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How to be an Author

36 Real Authors Talk Writing and Publishing

by Ashton Cartwright ...

Narrated by Alex Black ...

Unabridged

9 hours 10 min

36 real authors give us an in depth look at their successes, their mistakes, and their careers as writers.There is nothing in the world as incredible as creating something, and getting to hear about other people enjoying it. You know that you’ve made a change in someone's life, even if it’s only in a small way. It’s one of the best feelings in the world.Everyone who becomes a professional author ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

36 real authors give us an in depth look at their successes, their mistakes, and their careers as writers.There is nothing in the world as incredible as creating something, and getting to hear about other people enjoying it. You know that you’ve made a change in someone's life, even if it’s only in a small way. It’s one of the best feelings in the world.Everyone who becomes a professional author
... Read more
Audiobook

Indie Author Launchpad

Your Complete Guide to Self-Publishing Success. From Manuscript to Marketing

by Claire Donnelly ...

Narrated by Ethan Maxwell ...

Unabridged

59 min

Dreaming of publishing your book but overwhelmed by the self-publishing maze? Ready to take control and launch your author career with a clear plan?Indie Author Launchpad by Alexander Sterling is your complete, step-by-step roadmap to self-publishing success—from manuscript to marketing. The digital age has opened the door for authors to publish globally, keep creative control, and earn more, but ... Read more

$24.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Dreaming of publishing your book but overwhelmed by the self-publishing maze? Ready to take control and launch your author career with a clear plan?Indie Author Launchpad by Alexander Sterling is your complete, step-by-step roadmap to self-publishing success—from manuscript to marketing. The digital age has opened the door for authors to publish globally, keep creative control, and earn more, but
... Read more
Audiobook

Author Estate Handbook, The

How to Organize Your Affairs and Leave a Legacy

by M.L. Ronn ...

Narrated by Craig Van Ness ...

Series Audiobook 17 - Author Level Up LLC
Unabridged

4 hours 38 min

The definitive guide to estate planning for authors—now available in audiobook and large print!If you died tomorrow, would your books survive you?It's so easy to focus on writing and marketing. You’re so busy building a writing business, but you know that if you don’t plan on what will happen after your death, everything you’re building won’t matter.Yet, you probably don’t know where to start.This ... Read more

$14.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The definitive guide to estate planning for authors—now available in audiobook and large print!If you died tomorrow, would your books survive you?It's so easy to focus on writing and marketing. You’re so busy building a writing business, but you know that if you don’t plan on what will happen after your death, everything you’re building won’t matter.Yet, you probably don’t know where to start.This
... Read more
Audiobook

The Printing Revolution in Early Modern Europe

by Elizabeth L. Eisenstein ...

Narrated by Jonathan Cox ...

Abridged

11 hours 25 min

In 1979 Elizabeth Eisenstein provided the first full-scale treatment of the fifteenth-century printing revolution in the West in her monumental two-volume work, The Printing Press as an Agent of Change. This abridged edition, after summarising the initial changes introduced by the establishment of printing shops, goes on to discuss how printing challenged traditional institutions and affected ... Read more

$24.99 USD

In 1979 Elizabeth Eisenstein provided the first full-scale treatment of the fifteenth-century printing revolution in the West in her monumental two-volume work, The Printing Press as an Agent of Change. This abridged edition, after summarising the initial changes introduced by the establishment of printing shops, goes on to discuss how printing challenged traditional institutions and affected
... Read more
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Get Signed

Find an Agent, Land a Book Deal, and Become a Published Author

by Lucinda Halpern ...

Narrated by Lucinda Halpern ...

Unabridged

4 hours 31 min

In this practical, immediately actionable guide, Lucinda Halpern, who has represented New York Times bestsellers and brokered numerous deals with major publishers for over a decade, divulges what agents look for in authors and the shortcuts they use to get book deals but have never revealed-until now.Lucinda has personally helped hundreds of writers and entrepreneurs launch timeless, best-selling ... Read more

$10.00 USD

In this practical, immediately actionable guide, Lucinda Halpern, who has represented New York Times bestsellers and brokered numerous deals with major publishers for over a decade, divulges what agents look for in authors and the shortcuts they use to get book deals but have never revealed-until now.Lucinda has personally helped hundreds of writers and entrepreneurs launch timeless, best-selling
... Read more
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E-Publisher's Toolkit, The: Essential Software For Digital Publishing

by Marylou Chapman ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

4 hours 21 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Imagine a world where your words reach millions, your stories captivate hearts, and your ideas inspire change. This is the power of e-publishing, and it's waiting for you to unlock it. "E-Publishing Unleashed: Mastering Digital Media for Authors and Publishers" is your comprehensive guide to navigating the exciting, ever-evolving landscape of digital ... Read more

$4.50 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Imagine a world where your words reach millions, your stories captivate hearts, and your ideas inspire change. This is the power of e-publishing, and it's waiting for you to unlock it. "E-Publishing Unleashed: Mastering Digital Media for Authors and Publishers" is your comprehensive guide to navigating the exciting, ever-evolving landscape of digital
... Read more
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The Five-Finger Exercises of Writing

Practical Training for Creative Writers

by Dorothea Brande ...

Unabridged

9 min

The Five-Finger Exercises of Writing by Dorothea Brande is an essential audiobook for writers, focusing on creativity, discipline, and skill development. With practical exercises and insightful guidance, it remains a timeless resource for improving writing craft. ... Read more

$0.99 USD

The Five-Finger Exercises of Writing by Dorothea Brande is an essential audiobook for writers, focusing on creativity, discipline, and skill development. With practical exercises and insightful guidance, it remains a timeless resource for improving writing craft.
... Read more

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