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Memory Into Memoir: A Writer's Handbook - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Laura Kalpakian (Author)Winner of the Gold Medal for Writing/Publishing in the 2022 Independent Publisher (IPPY) Book AwardsThe memoir is not the story of what you know, it's the story of how you learned it.Memory into Memoir provides a lively guide for anyone looking to wrestle the unruly past onto the page. In thirteen chapters, Laura Kalpakian provides tools to develop narrative form, scenic depiction, character development, and dialogue. There are chapters ...

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Report copyright infringementby Sharon Oard Warner (Author)Winner of the Bronze Medal for Writing/Publishing in the 2022 Independent Publisher (IPPY) Book Awards"A novella compresses the world with a short story's focus, but it explores that smaller space with a novel's generosity."--Josh Weil, author of The New Valley: NovellasWhile the novella has existed as a distinct literary form for over four hundred years, Writing the Novella is the first craft book dedicated to creating this intermedi...

The Writer's Portable Mentor: A Guide to Art, Craft, and the Writing Life, Second Edition - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Priscilla Long (Author)Designed to mentor writers at all levels, from beginning to quite advanced, The Writer's Portable Mentor offers a wealth of insight and crafting models from the author's twenty-plus years of teaching and creative thought. The book provides tools for structuring a book, story, or essay. It trains writers in observation and in developing a poet's ear for sound in prose. It scrutinizes the sentence strategies of the masters and offers advice...

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Pity the Reader: On Writing with Style - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Kurt Vonnegut (Author), Suzanne McConnell (Author)"Here is an entirely new side of Kurt Vonnegut: Vonnegut as a teacher of writing. Of course he's given us glimpses before, with aphorisms and short essays and articles and in his speeches. But never before has an entire book been devoted to Kurt Vonnegut the teacher. Here is pretty much everything Vonnegut ever said or wrote having to do with the writing art and craft, altogether a healing, a nourishing expediti...

The Art of Brevity: Crafting the Very Short Story - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Grant Faulkner (Author), Megan Giddings (Foreword by)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 reader on a lyrical exploration ...

Toxic Feedback: Helping Writers Survive and Thrive, Revised and Expanded Edition - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Joni B. Cole (Author)From veteran teacher and acclaimed author Joni B. Cole comes a revised and expanded edition of her popular writing guide Toxic Feedback. Successful writers know that feedback is often the difference between writing and not writing, and between writing and writing well. But feedback mismanaged is more likely to leave the writer confused, intimidated, or even deflated. This book not only detoxifies the feedback process with humor, but it also...

Romance In A Month: Guide to Writing a Romance in 30 Days - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Rachelle Ayala (Author)Romances are fun and easy to write.Romance In A Month is a method of writing a romance novel with the help of a community of writers. Our goal is to finish a single plotline romance in a month of writing time.Learn the basics of writing a romance, characterization, plot points, motivation and goals, and how to speed up your writing by using common romance tropes and archetypes. Exercises, slides, and examples are also included to guide yo...

Micromegas: Philosophical History - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Voltaire (Author)THE CONVERSATION BETWEEN MICROMEGAS AND THE INHABITANT OF SATURNHis excellency having laid himself down, and the secretary approached his nose: "It must be confessed," said Micromegas, "that nature is full of variety.""Yes," replied the Saturnian, "nature is like a parterre, whose flowers --""Pshaw " cried the other, "a truce with your parterres.""It is," resumed the secretary, "like an assembly of fair and brown women, whose dresses--""What a ...

Plotmaster: A unique system of plot suggestion for the creative writer - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby S. Robinson (Author), A. Avery (Author), J. Brackin (Author)With over 1,400 interlinked plot suggestions and storyline ideas, Plotmaster is a unique system of plot suggestion for the creative writer. How the Plotmaster storylines work. Plotmaster will give you a lifetimes' supply of new plot and storyline ideas, because it is in essence, a vast array of story-line clauses linked together by an easy-to-use numerical system. Each of the 1,450 clauses is an indivi...

The Grub-Street Opera. as It Is Acted at the Theatre in the Hay-Market. by Scriblerus Secundus. to Which Is Added, the Masquerade, a Poem. Printed in - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Henry Fielding (Author)The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th...

Biblical Hebrew for Children Teacher's Guide - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby R. A. Sheats (Author)Designed for parents who have no prior knowledge of Hebrew or Greek, the Biblical Hebrew for Children Teacher's Guide includes the following information: Hebrew Reader OverviewAll concepts learned in each level of Biblical Hebrew for Children are listed, and extra information and clarification for parent's better understanding of concepts presented are added. Potential Problem PointsIncluded with each reader description are Potential Proble...

Swahili: Thematic Vocabulary and Short Stories (with audio track) - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Lingvora Books (Author)Swahili: Thematic Vocabulary and Short Stories (A1-B1 Level)This book comprises both the most needed vocabulary and short stories for beginners.Swahili vocabulary - improve your word basisDesigned to enrich the word basis of learners who are serious about learning Swahili, the book has around 1,500 words sorted into 45 themes under the umbrella of 12 main topics.Thematic topics cover areas like Personal Information, Accommodation, Environ...

Writing True Stories: Using the Winning Formula, P MS to a T - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby B. J. Taylor (Author)Want to sell what you write? Learn the formula and apply it to your short story writing, memoir writing, even novel writing. The basics are always there and they are easy to learn and easy to remember. This step-by-step guide will lead you through the elements of great writing and help you achieve your writing goals. Included in this book are chapters on the seven steps to stories that sell, how to make your story stand out, titles, money, ...

The Copy Editor's (Life)Style Guide: Maintaining Your Joy (and Sanity) in a Rapidly Changing Profession - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Jamaal Pittman (Author), Mary Moore (Editor), Tenikka Hughes (Foreword by)This isn't a book about copy-editing style or mechanics. Surely, there are enough of those on the market. It's about surviving in this line of work, being resilient, managing relationships, and focusing on the things that really matter. Part manual, part memoir, The Copy Editor's (Life)Style Guide explores how to navigate the parts of this career that aren't about grammar, spelling, and p...

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Essential Linguistics, Second Edition: What Teachers Need to Know to Teach Esl, Reading, Spelling, and Grammar - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby David E. Freeman (Author), Yvonne S. Freeman (Author)The bestselling first edition of Essential Linguistics presented the basic concepts of linguistics in everyday language, and showed the connections between linguistic theory and classroom practice. David and Yvonne Freeman make the Second Edition even more valuable by: clearly explaining English phonology, morphology, and syntax and the implications for teaching using the International Phonetic Alphabet ...

Bibliotheca Mexicana: a Catalogue of Autographs, Manuscripts and Printed Books Relating to Mexico, Containing the Library of Baron Friedrich - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Karl W Hiersemann (Firm) (Created by)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work ...

A Dictionary of the Grebo Language - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby John Payne (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important eno...

Letter Tracing Book for Preschoolers: Handwriting Practice Workbook for Kids Ages 3-5 - 110 Pages - Large 8.5

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Report copyright infringementby Haniz Studio (Author)Lots and Lots of Letter Tracing Practice!This Letter Tracing Book helps kids to start learning letters of the alphabet and to improve their handwriting. Letter tracing worksheets for each uppercase and lowercase letter. Cute animal illustrations to help kids recognize and memorize all the letters from the alphabet. Practice pages with blank lines for free practice. About this Book: 110 Pages Good Quality White Perfect Size at 8.5 x 11 INCH...

The Tutelo Tribe and Language - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Horatio Hale (Author)The Tutelo Tribe and Language is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1883. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly p...

German: Fast Track Learning from Phrasal Verbs: The 100 most used English phrasal verbs with 600 phrase examples. - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Sarah Retter (Author)If you speak English, you need to focus your German learning on the most frequently used English phrasal verbs. Learn how to communicate in German the meaning of the 100 English phrasal verbs you need for everyday life. Actually, to communicate you only need to use the most used 100 English phrasal verbs These idioms are the most frequently used and can be defined using an algorithm that provides the ranking. Here you ll find the list. This...

Kanji Practice Notebook: Japanese Writing Genkouyoushi Paper a Workbook to Write Kanji, Kana, Katakana or Hiragana - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Creative Sh Journal Press (Author)Blank Genkouyoushi Paper, Kanji Practice PotebookThis Genkouyoushi Paper contains blank pages with columns of squares for practicing writing Japanese lettering. Each large square can hold one Japanese character (Kanji, Hiragana or Katakana) and is divided into four quadrants to guide the correct positioning of the elements of the character.Notebook journals also makes a perfect gift anytime of year including birthday, christmas...

Open Mouth, Remove Foot: How to Talk to Anyone & Say the Right Thing at the Right Time - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Kimberly Peters (Author), Customer Service Training Institute (Author)When it comes to communicating with other people, how we deliver our message is often more important than the message itself. The words we use and the way we speak those words often has a profound impact on how our message is received and understood. So it makes sense to understand how to best communicate with others. "Open Mouth, Remove Foot" will take you step by step through the entire com...

Simplified Chinese Character Dictionary: A new approach to arranging, explaining and looking up Chinese characters - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Adrian Van Amstel (Author)Do you often have difficulty finding a particular character in a standard Chinese dictionary? Do you often fail to remember characters, though you have seen and looked them up several times? Don't you think one of the reasons could be that characters that look similar to others are not grouped together? And don't you think that the etymological background of characters (their historical development) could and should be explained better...

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Report copyright infringementby Elizabeth Schwimer Morrissey (Author) Number of Pages: 78 Dimensions: 0.2 x 8.5 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: June 24, 2010

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Report copyright infringementby Lee Thayer (Author) Number of Pages: 260 Dimensions: 0.59 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: October 31, 2009

The Shipwreck and Adventures of Monsieur Pierre Viaud, a Native of Bordeaux, and Captain of a Ship. Translated From the French, by Mrs. Griffith. Firs - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Jean Gaspard DuBois-Fontanelle (Author)The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies ...

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Report copyright infringementby Jennifer Toole (Author)Grammar Tools Made Easy is a complete guide that can be used to fully comprehend the similarities between English and French. It is a unique way of looking at the connections between these two languages that come from "romance languages" better known as Latin. It is also a practical guide to ensure that you understand your mother tongue as well as learning a second language at the same time. - Easy set up with a step by step guide to wal...

From Writer to Marketer (Large Print Edition): How to Successfully Promote Your Self-Published Book - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Bill Vincent (Author)Are you struggling to promote your self-published book? Do you find it overwhelming to navigate the complex world of book marketing? Look no further than "From Writer to Marketer."In this comprehensive guide, you will learn everything you need to know to successfully promote your self-published book. From understanding the basics of self-publishing to crafting a compelling book blurb and synopsis, designing a professional book cover, and cr...

Fluent and Clear: Pronunciation Coaching for a Diverse Audience - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Jamie (Author)In the realm of language education, one aspect that often goes overlooked is pronunciation. Many language learners focus solely on grammar and vocabulary, neglecting the significance of clear pronunciation. However, proper pronunciation is not just about sounding more like a native speaker; it plays a crucial role in effective communication and understanding.Clear pronunciation is essential for every individual, regardless of their background or n...

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Report copyright infringementby David Cogswell (Author), Paul Gordon (Illustrator)Noam Chomsky has written some 30 books, he is one of the most-quoted authors on Earth, The New York Times calls him arguably the most important intellectual alive - yet most people have no idea who he is or what he's about.Chomsky For Beginners tells you what he's about: Chomsky is known for his work in two distinct areas - Linguistics and... Gadflying. (Gadfly, the word applied to Socrates, comes closest to the...

Handbook of Composition; a Compendium of Rules Regarding Good English, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Paragraphing, Manuscript Arrangement, Punctuation, - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Edwin C. Woolley (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is importa...

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The Craft of Research, Fifth Edition - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Wayne C. Booth (Author), Gregory G. Colomb (Author), Joseph M. Williams (Author)A thoroughly updated edition of a beloved classic that has guided generations of researchers in conducting effective and meaningful research. With more than a million copies sold since its first publication, The Craft of Research has helped generations of researchers at every level--from high-school students and first-year undergraduates to advanced graduate students to researchers...