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F&W Publications Inc Make a Scene Revised and Expanded
Book SynopsisThe definitive guide to writing scenes--now revised and expanded! Scenes are the building blocks for any work of fiction--the DNA sequence that makes a novel un-put-downable and unforgettable. When writers are able to craft effective, engaging scenes, they can develop a complete, cohesive story--and a mesmerizing experience for readers.Make a Scene Revised and Expanded Edition takes you step-by-step through the elements of strong scene construction and demonstrates how the essential aspects of a compelling story--including character, plot and dramatic tension--function within the framework of individual scenes to give momentum to the whole narrative. You'll learn how to: • Craft an opening scene that hooks readers and foreshadows conflict. • Develop various scene types--from contemplative to suspenseful to flashback--that are distinct and purposeful. • Establish characters' intentions within a scene that drive the plot. • Transition into new scenes by clearly establishing details of setting, character, and point of view. • Create resonating climactic and final scenes that stay with readers long after they've finished your story.The revised and expanded edition includes brand-new examples, an increased focus on advancing plot and character development, and the same knowledge and clarity that writers have come to expect from Jordan Rosenfeld. Make a Scene is an essential part of any novelist's library--make sure it's in yours.
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F&W Publications Inc Your First Novel Revised and Expanded
Book SynopsisYour Expert Guide to Writing and Publishing a NovelIn this revised and expanded edition of Your First Novel, novelist Laura Whitcomb, seasoned literary agent Ann Rittenberg, and her knowledgeable assistant, Camille Goldin, team up to provide you with the essential skills needed to craft the best novel you can--and the savvy business know-how to get it published. Complete with updated references, analysis of new best-selling novels, and the same detailed instruction, Whitcomb will show you how to: • Practice the craft of writing, using both your right- and left-brain • Develop a flexible card system for organizing and outlining plot • Create dynamic characters that readers love--and love to hate • Study classic novels and story structure to adapt with your ideasFeaturing two new chapters on choosing your path as an author and understan
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F&W Publications Inc Mastering Plot Twists
Book Synopsis'...A unique and absolutely invaluable toolbox for any author...' ~Kate White, New York Times best-selling author and former editor-in-chief of CosmopolitanUnlock the secrets to superior plot twists! The key to keeping people on the edge of their seat--from memoirs to thrillers and stage plays to screenplays--is filling your stories with unexpected twists and turns. By integrating Plot Twists, Plot Reversals, and Moments of Heightened Danger (TRDs) at crucial points, you can captivate your readers with I-can't-wait-to-see-what-happens-next intrigue. The quicker pace and focused action that comes from strategically placed twists form the core of the nuanced, multifaceted books that sell--and that help you find a devoted readership. In Mastering Plot Twists, Agatha Award-winning author, Jane K. Cleland goes beyond telling writers what to do; she shows you how to do it. Within these pages, you'll find: &b
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F&W Publications Inc Writers Market Deluxe Edition 2019
Book SynopsisThe Writer''s Market Deluxe Edition 2019 incorporates all the great information writers have come to expect for 98 years with new instruction articles and thousands of publishing opportunities. Writers will be able to use the book and website to find success getting published and paid for their writing. FEATURES Updated listings for literary agents, book publishers, consumer magazines, trade journals, and contests New! Scriptwriting markets included in this edition Articles on submitting, managing, and promoting writing Includes a subscription to WM online (complete access to all sections of WritersMarket.com) Online submission and searching tools on WritersMarket.com Daily updates on the website Exclusive webinar
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F+W Media Inc Novel Short Story Writers Market 2019 The Most
Book SynopsisFor 38 years, Novel & Short Story Writerâs Market has been the only market guide exclusively for fiction writers.
£21.84
Adams Media Corporation Plot Whisperer Workbook
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Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Academic Writing At the Interface of Corpus and Discourse
Book SynopsisMaggie Charles is Tutor in English for Academic Studies at Oxford University Language Centre, Oxford, UK.Susan Hunston is Professor of English Language at the University of Birmingham, UK.Trade Review"This rich collection of papers explores the complementarity of corpus and discourse approaches to written academic discourse, with examples given both of corpus investigations that are augmented by discourse analysis and also of corpus-assisted discourse analyses. As such, it makes a major contribution to the development of a combined corpus and discourse analytic approach to textual analysis. The papers contained in this collection present thorough, evidence-based descriptions of language use in a range of disciplines, which extend our understanding of how writers construct texts and interact with their readers, in diverse disciplinary contexts. This book is essential reading for students and researchers of academic discourse, and for those involved in the teaching of English for Academic Purposes. It will also interest applied corpus linguists and discourse analysts." -Paul Thompson, Lecturer, University of Reading UK The volume's clear structural and conceptual divisions, along with the various introductions, provide a helpful scaffold for the reader, particularly those less familiar with the issues under discussion. The comprehensive subject and author indexes are also reader friendly and facilitate access to the volume's many interconnecting themes. -Australian Review of Applied Linguistics, Issue 1Table of ContentsContributors; Introduction: Exploring the Interface Between Corpus Linguistics and Discourse Analysis Maggie Charles, Diane Pecorari and Susan Hunston; Part I: Focus on Genre and Disciplinary Discourses; Introduction to Part I Maggie Charles; 1. Schematic Structure and Lexico-Grammatical Realization in Corpus-Based Genre Analysis: The Case of Research in the PhD Literature Review John Howerdew and Richard Forest; 2. Persuading Sponsors and Securing Funding: Rhetorical Patterns in Grant Proposals Dimitra Koutsantoni; 3. Verbal and Mental Processes in Academic Disciplines Jasper Holmes and Hilary Nesi; 4. In the Wake of the Terror: Phraseological tools of Time Setting in the Narrative of History Marina Bondi; 5. Formulaic Language in Biology: A Topic-specific Investigation Diane Pecorari; Part II: Focus on Interpersonal Discourses; Introduction to Part II Susan Hunston; 6. Corpus Informed Discourse Analysis: The Case of Academic Engagement Ken Hyland; 7. E-Conferencing: Corpus and Discourse Insights Ann He wings, Caroline Coffin and Sarah North; 8. Stance, Interaction and the Rhetorical Patterns of Restrictive Adverbs: Discourse Roles of Only, Just, Simply and Merely Maggie Charles; 9. A Dialogic Account of Authority in Academic Writing, Ramona Tang; Part III: Focus on Learner Discourses; Introduction to Part III Diane Pecorari; 10. Lexical Verbs in Academic Discourse: A Corpus-driven Study of Learner Use Sylviane Granger and Magali Paquot; 11. Linking Adverbials in Student and Professional Writing in Literary Studies: What Makes Writing Mature Philip Shaw; 12. Variation in the Writing of Economics Students in Britain and Pakistan: The Case of Conjunctive Ties S. Amina Gardezi and Hilary Nesi; 13. Can I Use Headings in My Essay? Section headings, Macrostructures and Genre Families in the BAVVE Corpus of Student Writing Sheena Gardner and Jasper Holmes; 14. Using the Revision Process to Help International Students Understand the Linguistic Construction of the Academic Identity Suganthi John; Afterword John M Swales; Author Index; Subject Index.
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Rowman & Littlefield Communicating with Intelligence
Book SynopsisCommunicating with Intelligence was the first book to teach the skills needed to make sure that papers, reports, and other products be correctly written by intelligence students and professionals. It also responded to the increased number of degrees in intelligence and national security offered in academic institutions. Aimed at students, faculty, and practitioners, the book is designed to provide all necessary information on how to prepare, write, and read intelligence publications:Foundations of successful intelligence communicationDifferences between academic and intelligence writing How to use arguments Framework for analysisWriting toolkitHow the briefing process worksGuide to creating citationsHow to handle classified materialsSamples of individual and group exercisesThis fully revised and expanded edition will be an essential tool for anyone who needs to learn or hone their skills in how to communicate with intelligence effectively.
£110.70
Rowman & Littlefield Watch Your Words
Book SynopsisJournalists even those working simultaneously in print, on air and on the Web trade in words. Using language well across platforms is a vital skill; the cleaner and clearer the text, the more effective the result. Watch Your Words, now in its fourth edition, is a brief and accessible handbook for mastering baseline knowledge of punctuation, grammar, usage and Associated Press style.This new edition features a new quality-control guide to writing and editing. The guide covers accuracy and fact-checking; brevity and tightening; clarity; use of quotes and attribution; and basic editing principles. The new edition also incorporates current AP style and continues to offer language-skills self-tests with answer keys, as well as sections on spelling and copy-editing symbols. It is an excellent resource for use in both the classroom and the newsroom.Trade ReviewWatch Your Words is an affordably priced reference that succinctly covers the basics without a lot of extraneous nonsense. The self-tests and exercises are particularly useful. -- William Huntzicker, St. Cloud State UniversityThe brevity, layout and ease of use make Watch Your Words an ideal reference guide. It presents important information in a straightforward, no-nonsense manner that will help students solve their issues quickly. -- Brad Schultz, University of MississippiTable of ContentsGetting Text Right Punctuation Rules and Guidelines Conjunction Junction: Comma Rules for and, but and or Nonessential vs. Essential: That vs. Which Punctuation Self-Test Grammar Basic Terms and Concepts Grammar Terms and Concepts Exercise Mapping Who vs. Whom Making the Right Choice Practice Sentences: Who vs. Whom Other Rules and Guidelines Grammar Self-Tests Usage Rules and Guidelines Usage Self-Test RECAP: Comprehensive Self-Test AP Stylebook Study Guide AP Style Self-Tests Spelling Homonyms and Other Sound-Alikes Exercise Spelltraps Copy-Editing Symbols Copy-Editing Symbols Self-Test Basic Symbolism Quality-Control Guide to Writing and Editing Supplementary Self-Tests Punctuation/AP Style Test Grammar/AP Style Test Usage/AP Style Test Final Language-Skills Test Answer Key Punctuation Self-Test Grammar Terms and Concepts Exercise Grammar Self-Test I Grammar Self-Test II Usage Self-Test RECAP: Comprehensive Self-Test7 AP Style Self-Test I AP Style Self-Test II AP Style Self-Test III Homonyms and Other Sound-Alikes Copy-Editing Symbols Self-Test Punctuation/AP Style Test Grammar/AP Style Test Usage/AP Style Test Final Language-Skills Test Exercise: Fact-Checking Exercise: Tightening Exercise: Clarity Exercise: Quotes and Attribution Index About the Author
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Rowman & Littlefield Watch Your Words
Book SynopsisThe fourth edition of Watch Your Words incorporates current Associated Press style and a new guide to basic editing principles. As an accessible handbook for mastering baseline knowledge of punctuation, grammar, and usage, it is ideal for quick use in the classroom and the newsroom.Trade ReviewWatch Your Words is an affordably priced reference that succinctly covers the basics without a lot of extraneous nonsense. The self-tests and exercises are particularly useful. -- William Huntzicker, St. Cloud State UniversityThe brevity, layout and ease of use make Watch Your Words an ideal reference guide. It presents important information in a straightforward, no-nonsense manner that will help students solve their issues quickly. -- Brad Schultz, University of MississippiTable of ContentsGetting Text Right Punctuation Rules and Guidelines Conjunction Junction: Comma Rules for and, but and or Nonessential vs. Essential: That vs. Which Punctuation Self-Test Grammar Basic Terms and Concepts Grammar Terms and Concepts Exercise Mapping Who vs. Whom Making the Right Choice Practice Sentences: Who vs. Whom Other Rules and Guidelines Grammar Self-Tests Usage Rules and Guidelines Usage Self-Test RECAP: Comprehensive Self-Test AP Stylebook Study Guide AP Style Self-Tests Spelling Homonyms and Other Sound-Alikes Exercise Spelltraps Copy-Editing Symbols Copy-Editing Symbols Self-Test Basic Symbolism Quality-Control Guide to Writing and Editing Supplementary Self-Tests Punctuation/AP Style Test Grammar/AP Style Test Usage/AP Style Test Final Language-Skills Test Answer Key Punctuation Self-Test Grammar Terms and Concepts Exercise Grammar Self-Test I Grammar Self-Test II Usage Self-Test RECAP: Comprehensive Self-Test7 AP Style Self-Test I AP Style Self-Test II AP Style Self-Test III Homonyms and Other Sound-Alikes Copy-Editing Symbols Self-Test Punctuation/AP Style Test Grammar/AP Style Test Usage/AP Style Test Final Language-Skills Test Exercise: Fact-Checking Exercise: Tightening Exercise: Clarity Exercise: Quotes and Attribution Index About the Author
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Rowman & Littlefield Teaching Plagiarism Prevention to College
Book SynopsisTeaching Plagiarism Prevention to College Students: An Ethics-Based Approach provides an innovative approach to plagiarism instruction by grounding it in ethics theory. By providing an ethics foundation to plagiarism instruction, this book helps the plagiarism instructor to address both unintentional and intentional plagiarism behaviors among students. This book provides tools to address why plagiarism is an important ethical issue in an academic environment. This book introduces general principles of ethics adaptable to library instruction of plagiarism in a variety of learning settings. It guides an instructor through curriculum pedagogical design drawing on library and ethics training literatures. It provides examples of materials to support the implementation of an ethical approach to plagiarism instruction. Finally, it outlines a detailed approach to assessment in order to measure changes in student reactions, learning, and behaviors as a result of this instruction. It further proTrade ReviewThe authors of this detailed and well-written volume on preventing plagiarism…have some very decided ideas on how to prevent or discourage the practice…. [Students will] acquire a rich understanding of what plagiarism entails, what it involves ethically, and how and by what means it can be avoided. * Journal of Academic Librarianship *This book makes a valuable and timely contribution to the field of education in general, and library science in particular. It adds to the body of knowledge on intentional plagiarism. The book is intended primarily for public service academic librarians who are responsible for designing information literacy curricula. This book should be added to the library science professional collection. * Public Services Quarterly *Strittmatter and Bratton present a compelling ethics based model for delivering plagiarism prevention instruction to address the scourge of intentional plagiarism. Their detailed discussion of their Plagiarism and Ethics Awareness Training (PEAT) prevention program and strategies for assessing plagiarism prevention efforts will be of great interest to those searching for ways to change students’ attitudes and misunderstandings about plagiarism, academic dishonesty and the unethical usage of information. This book is a valuable addition to the existing plagiarism prevention literature and an essential read for academic librarians looking to foster a culture of academic integrity through library instructional efforts. -- Lynn D. Lampert, Coordinator of Information Literacy & Instruction at California State University Northridge and Author of Combating Student Plagiarism: An Academic Librarian’s GuideTable of ContentsList of Figures List of Tables Acknowledgments Preface Part 1 Plagiarism: An Ethical Issue 1 Plagiarism Prevention Instruction: Where Did We Come from? Where Are We Going? 2 Thinking Through the Ethics of Plagiarism: A Crash Course Part II Introducing Plagiarism and Ethics Awareness Training (PEAT) 3 Getting Started: Choosing Your Teaching Strategy for PEAT 4 Designing Your Content: The Curricular Building Blocks of PEAT Appendix A 5 Putting it into Action: Implementing PEAT in the Classroom Part III Assessing the Effectiveness of Your PEAT Program 6 Did They Like it? Did They learn? Assessing Student Reactions and Knowledge 7 Did Training Make a Difference? Assessing Student Behaviors and Organizational Outcomes 8 Sharing the News: Communicating Your Training Results 9 Where do we from here?: A holistic model for plagiarism prevention About the Authors Index
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Rowman & Littlefield The Sociology Student Writers Manual and Readers
Book SynopsisThe Sociology Student Writer''s Manual and Reader''s Guide, Seventh Edition, is a practical guide to research, reading, and writing in sociology. The Sociology Student Writer's Manual and Reader's Guide, Seventh Edition, is a set of instructions and exercises that sequentially develop citizenship, academic, and professional skills while providing students with knowledge about a wide range of sociological concepts, phenomena, and information sources. Part 1 begins by teaching students to read newspapers and other sociological media sources critically and analytically. It focuses on the crafts of writing and scholarship by providing the basics of grammar, style, formats and source citation, and then introduces students to a variety of rich information resources including the sociological journals and the Library of Congress. Part 2 prepares students to research, read, write, review, and critique sociology scholarship. Finally, Part 3 provides advanced exercises in observing culture, sociTable of ContentsTO THE STUDENT Welcome to a Community of Skilled Observers TO THE TEACHER: What’s New in the Seventh Edition? PART 1 Reading & Writing for Introductory Sociology Courses 1 Read & Write to Understand Society 1.1 Read Analytically Read & Write: Analyze a Presidential Address 1.2 Read News Media as Societal Influence Read & Write: Compare the Slants of Front Pages 1.3 Read News Like a Sociologist Read & Write: Critique a Lead News Article 1.4 Read to Respond to Social Issues Read & Write: Respond to an Editorial 2 Read & Write Effectively 2.1 Get into the Flow of Writing Read & Write: Explain or Persuade? 2.2 Think Creatively Read & Write: Freewriting 2.3 Organize Your Writing Read & Write: Write a Paper Outline 2.4 Draft, Revise, Edit, and Proofread Read & Write: Discover Your Own Style 3 Practice the Craft of Scholarship 3.1 The Competent Writer Read & Write: Correct a Sentence Fragment 3.2 Avoid Errors in Grammar and Use Punctuation Correctly Read & Write: Proofread for the President 3.3 Format Your Paper Professionally Read & Write: Explain the Data in this Table 3.4 Cite Your Sources Properly in ASA Style Read & Write: Create a Scholarly Bibliography 3.5 Avoid Plagiarism Read & Write: Properly Summarize an Article from Rolling Stone or The Economist 4 Become Familiar with Government and Private Information Sources 4.1 Welcome to the American Sociology Association (ASA) Read & Write: Write an Email to an ASA Section Chair 4.2 How to Locate Dissertations and Other Sociology Information Sources Read & Write: Collect Six Dissertation Abstracts on a Topic of Interest 4.3 How to Locate Studies by Think Tanks Read & Write: Collect Six Think Tank Studies on a Topic of Interest 4.4 Welcome to the Library of Congress Read & Write: Listen to a Webcast Presented by the American Folklife Center 4.5 How To Find Government Statistics Read & Write: Analyze Statistics on a Current Topic 4.6 How to Find Studies by Government Agencies Read & Write: Report the Results of Studies on a Current Topic 5 Introduction to Skilled Observations 5.1 Social Life Read & Write: Interview Fellow Students 5.2 Race & Ethnicity Read & Write: Conduct a Focus Group on a Topic of Interest PART 2 Becoming a Sociologist by Learning Scholarship Skills 6 Read and Write Professionally and Critically 6.1 Read Qualitative Scholarly Articles in Sociology Read & Write: Evaluate a Recent Qualitative Article from a Sociology Journal 6.2 Read & Write Case Studies Read & Write: Write a Case Study 6.3 Read Quantitative Scholarly Articles in Sociology Read & Write: Evaluate Three Qualitative Sociology Articles 6.4 Opinion Survey Papers Read & Write: Write a Public Opinion Analysis 6.5 Critique an Academic Article Read & Write: Critique a Recent Article from a Sociology Journal 6.6 Write a Book Review Read & Write: Review a New Sociology Book 6.6 Write a Literature Review Read & Write: Write a Sociology Literature Review 6.7 Annotated Bibliographies Read & Write: Write an Annotated Bibliography 7 Preliminary Scholarship: Research Effectively 7.1 Institute an Effective Research Process Read & Write: Write a Research Proposal 7.2 Evaluate the Quality of Online and Printed Information Read & Write: Write a Bibliography with a Dozen High Quality Sources PART 3 Practice Sociology in Advanced Courses 8 Analyze a Government Policy Learn the Basics of Policy Analysis Read & Write: Write a Brief Domestic Policy Analysis 9 Observe Culture 9.1 Cultural Analysis Read & Write: Compare Cultures of Aging in Two Nations 9.2 Socialization Read & Write: Analyze the Effects of Social Media on Personal and Cultural Socialization 9.3 Inequality Read & Write: Describe the Extent and Effects of Increasing Economic Inequality in the U.S. 9.4 Ethnicity and Race Read & Write: Describe Current Trends in Ethnic and Race Relations Glossary Index
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Rowman & Littlefield The Sociology Student Writers Manual and Readers
Book SynopsisThe Sociology Student Writer's Manual and Reader's Guide, Seventh Edition, is a practical guide to research, reading, and writing in sociology. The Sociology Student Writer's Manual and Reader's Guide, Seventh Edition, is a set of instructions and exercises that sequentially develop citizenship, academic, and professional skills while providing students with knowledge about a wide range of sociological concepts, phenomena, and information sources. Part 1 begins by teaching students to read newspapers and other sociological media sources critically and analytically. It focuses on the crafts of writing and scholarship by providing the basics of grammar, style, formats and source citation, and then introduces students to a variety of rich information resources, including the sociological journals and the Library of Congress. Part 2 prepares students to research, read, write, review, and critique sociology scholarship. Finally, Part 3 provides advanced exercises in observing culture, sociaTable of ContentsTO THE STUDENT Welcome to a Community of Skilled Observers TO THE TEACHER: What’s New in the Seventh Edition? PART 1 Reading & Writing for Introductory Sociology Courses 1 Read & Write to Understand Society 1.1 Read Analytically Read & Write: Analyze a Presidential Address 1.2 Read News Media as Societal Influence Read & Write: Compare the Slants of Front Pages 1.3 Read News Like a Sociologist Read & Write: Critique a Lead News Article 1.4 Read to Respond to Social Issues Read & Write: Respond to an Editorial 2 Read & Write Effectively 2.1 Get into the Flow of Writing Read & Write: Explain or Persuade? 2.2 Think Creatively Read & Write: Freewriting 2.3 Organize Your Writing Read & Write: Write a Paper Outline 2.4 Draft, Revise, Edit, and Proofread Read & Write: Discover Your Own Style 3 Practice the Craft of Scholarship 3.1 The Competent Writer Read & Write: Correct a Sentence Fragment 3.2 Avoid Errors in Grammar and Use Punctuation Correctly Read & Write: Proofread for the President 3.3 Format Your Paper Professionally Read & Write: Explain the Data in this Table 3.4 Cite Your Sources Properly in ASA Style Read & Write: Create a Scholarly Bibliography 3.5 Avoid Plagiarism Read & Write: Properly Summarize an Article from Rolling Stone or The Economist 4 Become Familiar with Government and Private Information Sources 4.1 Welcome to the American Sociology Association (ASA) Read & Write: Write an Email to an ASA Section Chair 4.2 How to Locate Dissertations and Other Sociology Information Sources Read & Write: Collect Six Dissertation Abstracts on a Topic of Interest 4.3 How to Locate Studies by Think Tanks Read & Write: Collect Six Think Tank Studies on a Topic of Interest 4.4 Welcome to the Library of Congress Read & Write: Listen to a Webcast Presented by the American Folklife Center 4.5 How To Find Government Statistics Read & Write: Analyze Statistics on a Current Topic 4.6 How to Find Studies by Government Agencies Read & Write: Report the Results of Studies on a Current Topic 5 Introduction to Skilled Observations 5.1 Social Life Read & Write: Interview Fellow Students 5.2 Race & Ethnicity Read & Write: Conduct a Focus Group on a Topic of Interest PART 2 Becoming a Sociologist by Learning Scholarship Skills 6 Read and Write Professionally and Critically 6.1 Read Qualitative Scholarly Articles in Sociology Read & Write: Evaluate a Recent Qualitative Article from a Sociology Journal 6.2 Read & Write Case Studies Read & Write: Write a Case Study 6.3 Read Quantitative Scholarly Articles in Sociology Read & Write: Evaluate Three Qualitative Sociology Articles 6.4 Opinion Survey Papers Read & Write: Write a Public Opinion Analysis 6.5 Critique an Academic Article Read & Write: Critique a Recent Article from a Sociology Journal 6.6 Write a Book Review Read & Write: Review a New Sociology Book 6.6 Write a Literature Review Read & Write: Write a Sociology Literature Review 6.7 Annotated Bibliographies Read & Write: Write an Annotated Bibliography 7 Preliminary Scholarship: Research Effectively 7.1 Institute an Effective Research Process Read & Write: Write a Research Proposal 7.2 Evaluate the Quality of Online and Printed Information Read & Write: Write a Bibliography with a Dozen High Quality Sources PART 3 Practice Sociology in Advanced Courses 8 Analyze a Government Policy Learn the Basics of Policy Analysis Read & Write: Write a Brief Domestic Policy Analysis 9 Observe Culture 9.1 Cultural Analysis Read & Write: Compare Cultures of Aging in Two Nations 9.2 Socialization Read & Write: Analyze the Effects of Social Media on Personal and Cultural Socialization 9.3 Inequality Read & Write: Describe the Extent and Effects of Increasing Economic Inequality in the U.S. 9.4 Ethnicity and Race Read & Write: Describe Current Trends in Ethnic and Race Relations Glossary Index
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Rowman & Littlefield The Political Science Student Writers Manual and
Book SynopsisThe Political Science Student Writer''s Manual and Reader''s Guide is a practical guide to research, reading, and writing in political science. The Political Science Student Writer's Manual and Reader's Guide, Eighth Edition, is a set of instructions and exercises that sequentially develop citizenship, academic, and professional skills while providing students with knowledge about a wide range of political and governmental concepts, phenomena, and information sources. It begins by teaching beginning students to engage newspapers and other political media sources critically and analytically. It focuses on the crafts of writing and scholarship by providing the basics of grammar, style, formats and source citation, and then introduces students to a variety of rich information resources including the Congressional Record, Federal Register, and the Library of Congress. Students actively apply their knowledge and skills by corresponding with their representatives and commenting on pending goTable of ContentsTO THE STUDENT: Welcome to a Community of Skilled Observers TO THE TEACHER: What’s New in the Eighth Edition? PART 1: Reading & Writing for Introductory Political Science Courses 1. Read & Write to Understand Politics 1.1 Reading Politics Analytically Read & Write: Analyze a Presidential Address 1.2 Reading News as Political Power Read & Write: Compare the Slants of Front Pages 1.3 Skillful Reading Techniques: How to Read Newspapers as a Political Scientist Read & Write: Critique a Lead News Article 1.4 Analytical Reading Techniques: How to Read Editorials and Op-Ed Essays Read & Write: Respond to an Editorial 2. Read & Write Effectively 2.1 Get into the Flow of Writing Read & Write: Narrowing Topics 2.2 Think Creatively Read & Write: Freewriting to Engage Your Creativity 2.3 Organize Your Writing Read & Write: Write an Outline for a Paper Inspired by a Published Article 2.4 Draft, Revise, Edit, and Proofread Read & Write: Discover Your Own Identity and Style 3. Practice the Craft of Scholarship 3.1 The Competent Writer Read & Write: Rephrase to Eliminate a Sentence Fragment 3.2 Avoid Errors in Grammar and Use Punctuation Correctly Read & Write: Proofread for the President 3.3 Format Your Paper and its Contents Professionally Read & Write: Explain the Data in this Table 3.4 Cite Your Sources Properly in APSA Style Read & Write: Create an Actually Usable Bibliography 3.5 Avoid Plagiarism Read & Write: Properly Summarize an Article from The Economist or Mother Jones 4. Become Familiar with Government Documents 4.1 Welcome to the National Archives Read & Write: Describe Five Images from the Digital Vaults 4.2 Welcome to the Library of Congress Read & Write: Recall Some Actual American Slave Narratives 4.3 How to Read the Congressional Record Read & Write: Correspond with Your Representative About Current Legislation 4.4 How To Read the Federal Register Read & Write: Contribute Comments to Pending Government Regulations 5. Introductory Skilled Observations 5.1 Presidential Campaign Commercials Read & Write: Analyze a Presidential Campaign Commercial Classroom Project: Create Your Own Campaign Commercial 5.2 Local Government Policy Read & Write: Analyze a Local Government Policy Read & Write: Report on a Local Government Agency Meeting 5.3 The Presidential Decision-Making Process Listen and Write: Analyze Styles of Presidential Decision-Making 5.4 The Law-Making Process Read & Write: Analyze a Bill Currently Before Congress PART 2: Becoming a Political Scientist: Learning Scholarship Skills 6. Read and Write Professionally and Critically 6.1 How to Read Political Science Scholarship Read & Write: Explain the Content of a Recent Article from a Political Science Journal 6.2 How to Critique an Academic Article Read & Write: Critique a Recent Article from a Political Science Journal 6.3 How to Write a Book Review Read & Write: Review a New Political Science Book 6.4 How to Write a Literature Review Read & Write: Write a Political Science Literature Review 7. Preliminary Scholarship: Research Effectively 7.1 Institute an Effective Research Process Read & Write: Write a Research Proposal 7.2 Find and Evaluate the Quality of Online and Printed Information Read & Write: Locate a Dozen High Quality Sources PART 3: Practicing Political Science in Advanced Courses 8. Analyze Public Opinion Learn the Steps in Writing a Survey Paper Read & Write: Write a Public Opinion Analysis 9. Analyze a Domestic or International Government Policy 9.1 Learn the Basics of Policy Analysis Read & Write: Write a Brief Domestic Policy Analysis 9.2 Foreign Policy Analysis Read & Write: Analyze a Specific Foreign Policy 10. Author an Amicus Curiae Brief Learn the Rules for Writing Briefs for the U.S. Supreme Court Read & Write: Write an Abridged Amicus Brief 11. Political Philosophy Papers Consider Some Options for Political Philosophy Papers Read & Write: Write a Political Philosophy Paper Appendices A List of Political Science Periodicals B Forms of Proper Address C Glossary D Bibliography
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University of Toronto Press The Book Unbound
Book SynopsisIn The Book Unbound, scholars and editors examine how best to use new technological tools and new methodologies with artefacts of medieval literature and culture. Taking into consideration English, French, Anglo-Norman, and Latin texts from several periods, the contributors examine and re-evaluate traditional approaches to and conclusions about medieval books and the cultural texts they contain - literary, dramatic, legal, historical, and musical. The essays range from detailed examinations of specific codices to broader theoretical discussions on past and present editorial practices, from the benefits and disadvantages of digital editions versus print editions to the importance of including 'extratextual' material such as variant texts, illustrations, intertexts, and other information about a work's cultural contexts, history, and use. The Book Unbound presents important contributions to the discussions surrounding the editing of medieval texts, including the use of d
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John Murray Press Write Great Essays and Dissertations Teach
Book SynopsisIs this the right book for me?Write Winning Essays and Dissertations is an invaluable guide for anyone who wants to improve their assessed written work. Whether you are in desperate need of help or just want advice on improving your writing style, this book will prove useful throughout your academic career and beyond. It will show you how to plan your work so that your argument is expressed clearly, how to use language to best effect and how to get the most out of your sources. Write Winning Essays and Dissertations includes: Part one - Where do I start?Chapter 1: Before you beginChapter 2: How markers thinkChapter 3: Know your assignmentChapter 4: Exams and dissertationsChapter 5: Questions and topicsPart two - Building your answerChapter 6: Finding the right materialChapter 7: Planning and structureChapter 8: Sections and paragraphsChapter 9: Introductions and conclusionsTrade Review"an excellent guide for students seeking top marks" * Mr. J. Duffy - Amazon reviewer *Table of Contents : Part One: Where do you start? : Before you begin : How markers think : Know your assignment : Choosing a topic : Understanding a set question : Quick Fix: reading the question : Try it out : Further reading : Part Two: Planning your answer : Making a plan : Structure and argument : Subheadings and paragraphs : Introductions and conclusions : Presentation : Quick Fix: planning your answer : Try it out : Further reading : Part Three: Using language : Register : Punctuation 1 : Punctuation 2 : Grammar 1 : Grammar 2 : Spelling : Common errors and how to screen your work for problems. : Quick Fix: language : Try it out : Further reading : Part Four: Using sources : Finding the right material : Making sources work : Plagiarism : Referencing : Quick Fix: using sources : Try it out : Further reading : Index
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John Murray Press Write Short Stories and Get Them Published
Book SynopsisLEARN HOW TO WRITE WONDERFUL AND VARIED SHORT STORIES AND SHARE THEM WITH THE WORLD.Written by one of the country''s leading experts on the short story, this book is ideal if you want to write creatively in a genre that is increasingly attracting attention from publishers, and which offers plenty of competition and festival opportunities for you to showcase your work.This new edition includes uptodate material on web resources and outlets and provides new information on self-publishing. In addition it discusses genres such as micro-fiction, and throughout is fully updated with new resources, events, slams and competitions.It will help unlock your imagination and creativity, and to discover stories you didn''t know you had. It will help you to observe the world around you more sharply, as well as to structure, shape and polish your story. It is full of practical exercises that will both inspire imagination and refine skills, and confidence-building suggestTrade ReviewHer chapter by chapter approach to gradually developing your writing works well, with relevant anecdotes, references to short story collections and exercises in each section... If you've got some experience of writing, it's worth a look for the exercises - a good way to help you get your stories 'match fit', or moving again if you're stuck mid-draft. * Left Lion *Table of Contents : 1. Introduction : 2. Where do I start? : 3. What you need : 4. Before you go on : 5. Do you enjoy short stories? : 6. Size matters : 7. Getting in, getting through and getting out : 8. Plots and structures : 9. More on plots and structures : 10. Unreliable narrators : 11. Documentary stories : 12. Characterisation : 13. Dialogue : 14. Do not skip this chapter! : 15. Publishing your story : 16. Why?
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John Murray Press Break Into Travel Writing
Book SynopsisLEARN HOW TO WRITE COMPELLING STORIES ABOUT TRAVEL AND DISTANT LANDS.Getting paid to go on holiday may sound like a great lifestyle. But there''s a lot of hard graft involved - particularly, breaking into this industry in the first place. Few industries have changed as rapidly as publishing, and within publishing few areas have changed as rapidly as travel publishing. This book will bring you bang up-to-date with the latest trends in blogging, social media, magazines, websites, travel guides, and travel books. It provides specific advice for each sector, on how to write and, just as importantly, how to get published. Written by Beth Blair, an American travel writer who has been published in books, magazines, and online, this book is full of practical and inspiring advice that will help you broaden your horizons and turn your travel writing into cash.ABOUT THE SERIESThe Teach Yourself Creative Writing series helps aspiring authors tell their sTable of Contents : 1. The Life of a Travel Writer : 1. The Life of a Travel Writer : 2. Be the Expert : 2. Be the Expert : 3. Print Travel Writing Outlets : 3. Print Travel Writing Outlets : 4. Online and Non-Traditional Opportunities : 4. Online and Non-Traditional Opportunities : 5. Research and the Press Trip : 5. Research and the Press Trip : 6. Pitching Your Idea : 6. Pitching Your Idea : 7. Conventions and Styles of Writing : 7. Conventions and Styles of Writing : 8. Article Development : 8. Article Development : 9. Blogging : 9. Blogging : 10. Social Media : 10. Social Media : 11. Photography and Videos : 11. Photography and Videos : 12. The Importance of Networking : 12. The Importance of Networking : 13. The Importance of Self-Branding : 13. The Importance of Self-Branding : 14. Staying in the Know and Other Extras : 14. Staying in the Know and Other Extras
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John Murray Press Writing for the Web Teach Yourself
Book SynopsisLike it or not, the internet has become integral to every aspect of our lives, with smart phones, tablet computers and wifi enabling us to communicate easily and instantly.Whether you''re a rising star in the corporate world or a silver surfer, to make an impactonline you have to be able to write clearly, convincingly and in a way that emphasisesyour character too. Best-selling business author Robert Ashton and internet native JessJuby will help you communicate more objectively and effectively online, both at work andat home.Table of Contents : Your message : Your online world : Facebook : Twitter : Linked In : Blogging : Writing articles : Being a commentator : Fruitful feedback : Your website : Search engines and how to influence them : Campaigns
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John Murray Press The Creative Writing Workbook
Book SynopsisIMPROVE YOUR CREATIVE WRITING WITH THIS PRACTICAL, LEARNING FOCUSED WORKBOOK.Are you inspired to write a novel, short story or your life story, but don''t know where to start? Do you want to improve your writing skills when using social media and blogging, or do you have an aspiration to become a freelance writer?This new Teach Yourself Workbook, written by a successful published author, accompanies you every step of your way to becoming a writer, with insider tips and techniques, guided, accessible exercises to get you writing, case studies drawn from published works and many more features ideal for budding writers who want to develop their ability through a more active style of learning. Whether you''re a poet, storyteller or playwright, have journalistic ambitions or simply want to make the most of online opportunities, the creative activities in this workbook will have you putting pen to paper from the very first chapter and you will soon be ready to achiTable of Contents : Chapter 1 - Writing for Readers : Chapter 2 - Writing about People and Places : Chapter 3 - Action! Writing Ideas : Chapter 4 - Drama: Writing for Effect : Chapter 5 - Writing Fiction : Chapter 6 - Writing Non-fiction : Chapter 7 - Life Writing : Chapter 8 - Writing Poetry : Chapter 9 - Writing Dialogue and Drama : Chapter 10 - Writing Copy : Afterword: taking it to the next level
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Hodder & Stoughton On Writing
Book SynopsisTwentieth Anniversary Edition with Contributions from Joe Hill and Owen King - with a new foreword, ON JOY, by Stephen King. Part memoir, part masterclass by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the writer''s craft, comprising the basic tools of the trade every writer must have. King''s advice is grounded in his vivid memories from childhood through his emergence as a writer, from his struggling early career to his widely reported, near-fatal accident in 1999 - and how the inextricable link between writing and living spurred his recovery. Immensely helpful and illuminating to any aspiring writer, this special edition of Stephen King''s critically lauded, million-copy bestseller shares the experiences, habits, and convictions that have shaped him and his work.Brilliantly structured, friendly and inspiring, On Writing will empower and entertain everyone who reads it - faTrade ReviewPart biography, part collection of tips for the aspiring writer . . . one of the great storytellers of our time * Guardian *Absolutely fascinating . . . basic instructions . . . sensible advice * The Sunday Times *The childhood memoir is a triumphant display of wit, story-telling and guts. His advice to writers is hard-nosed, practical and level-headed in the classic journalistic Orwell-Hemingway tradition * Evening Standard *This is the written equivalent of Delia Smith's How To Cook. And, like British home cooking, the world of popular fiction will be better off for it * The Times *Stephen King is a genius . . . In this book he tells us what first made him a horror writer . . . I find King fascinating because he writes in the least florid way possible, yet his very direct approach to getting his awesome imagination onto a blank page works. * Jeremy Vine in We Love This Book *
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Read Books The Art of Fiction A Collection of Essays
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Read Books The Art of Biography A Collection of Essays
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Read Books Granite and Rainbow
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Andrews McMeel Publishing Slay Those Dragons
Book SynopsisFrom Amanda Lovelace, celebrated poet and author of the 'women are some kind of magic' series, comes slay those dragons—a powerful self-care journal, a place to begin writing your own story. Winner of the 2016 Goodreads Choice Award for Best Poetry, Amanda Lovelace presents slay those dragons, a self-care journal and gift for her readers. slay those dragons is ready for anyone who needs a place to heal, reflect, and finally take control of their own narrative. Interspersed with empowering poems and gentle reminders, this book is meant to inspire readers throughout the lined pages, encouraging them to cultivate acts of self-love, self-kindness, and of course, to slay any dragons who try to burn their castle down.
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Atria Books The True Secret of Writing
Book SynopsisThe beloved teacher and author of the million-and-a-half copy bestseller Writing Down the Bones reveals a new method of writing in “a priceless distillation of her accumulated wisdom and experience as a writer, coach, and instructor on mindfulness” (Abraham Verghese).Sit. Walk. Write. These are the barest bones of Natalie Goldberg’s revolutionary writing and life practice, presented here in book form for the first time. The True Secret of Writing provides a whole new method of writing that Goldberg developed since the publication of her classic, Writing Down the Bones. The capstone to forty years of teaching, The True Secret of Writing is Goldberg’s Zen boot camp. Stories of her own search for truth and clarity as well as her students’ breakthroughs and insights give moving testament to how brilliantly her unique, tough-love method works. As Goldberg says, “To write is to be empowered...
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Chronicle Books Pep Talks for Writers
Book SynopsisEvery writer knows that as rewarding as the creative process is, it can often be a bumpy road. Have hope and keep at it! Designed to kick-start creativity, this handsome handbook from the executive director of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) gathers a wide range of insights and advice for writers at any stage of their career. From tips about how to finally start that story to helpful ideas about what to do when the words just aren''t quite coming out right, Pep Talks for Writers provides motivation, encouragement, and helpful exercises for writers of all stripes.
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Wolters Kluwer Principles of Appellate Advocacy Aspen Coursebook
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Wolters Kluwer Aspen Handbook for Legal Writers A Practical
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Aspen Publishers The Legal Writing Handbook
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£129.60
Xlibris Technical and Business Writing for Working
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Macmillan Learning Business Writing Scenarios
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The Dundurn Group The Feisty Freelancer
Book SynopsisBuild your writing business into a thriving and satisfying career.Are you a feisty, creative person? Independent, ideas-driven, and ready to work hard for the lifestyle you deserve? If so, you may be a feisty freelancer. Freelancing is not for the faint of heart, but it offers many rewards: control over your own schedule, the opportunity to choose projects that excite you, and the potential to build a satisfying business and lifestyle. Whether you're a new writer or transitioning to freelance, this book will guide you through the practicalities of setting up a business, developing an online presence, finding clients, and creating a solid plan for success. You'll even hear from other freelancers in enlightening Q&As.Your leader through this journey is the original self-proclaimed feisty freelancer, Suzanne Bowness, who brings over twenty years of experience as a freelancer, plus fifteen years of teaching writing courses, and unlimited amounts of unsolicited ad
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Amazon Digital Services LLC - KDP Print US The Fine Art of Technical Writing Key Points to Help You Think Your Way Through Writing Scientific Academic and Technical Publications Business Reports and Website Text
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Kendall/Hunt Publishing Co ,U.S. The LessIsMore Handbook A Guide to College
Book SynopsisGuides the reader through the basics of college writing. This handbook clearly and efficiently discusses a wide variety of topics, including thesis statements, essays, research papers, and editing.
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John Murray Press Get Started in Creative Writing
Book SynopsisLEARN HOW TO GET STARTED IN CREATIVE WRITING AND WRITE WITH CONFIDENCE AND FLAIR.Get Started in Creative Writing will help writers at the very beginning of their creative journey to gain confidence and find inspiration, and then support you in the completion of your first pieces of creative writing - a short story, a poem, a draft of a novel or screenplay. Each chapter includes a central writing exercise and four shorter ones, while key quotes, key ideas and focus points will be clearly signposted and will summarise important concepts and advice. At the heart of each chapter is a ''Workshop''. The Workshop is a key exercise, in which you will gain a deeper insight into the craft of writing. In addition to coverage of all the key genres and their conventions, this new edition includes an expanded section on self- and digital publishing, to reflect recent advances in technology and the wide variety of digital platforms now available for the distribution oTable of Contents : aaa : bbb : ccc
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Writers Artists Guide to Getting Published
Book SynopsisThe W&A Guide to Getting Published provides the would-be published author with expert knowledge on securing a book deal from preparing a manuscript for submission, to finding an agent, from working with an Editor, to effective self-promotion. It considers all stages in the selling' of your idea and manuscript and gives up-to-date information on how the publishing industry functions and how authors can best navigate its mysteries and complexities.Each chapter provides practical, how-to advice on what to do, where to seek additional help, what costs might be involved, cautionary dos and don'ts, and useful case studies.This guide considers all publishing formats (print, digital and audio) and markets (fiction, non-fiction, children''s and books for adults) to offer all-round support for the budding writer.Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1 Which publishing route to take? Chapter 2 Writing, editing and perfecting your manuscript Chapter 3 Submitting your work to a literary agent Chapter 4 Contracts, legal matters and finance Chapter 5 From final manuscript to published book Chapter 6 Reaching your readers: marketing, publicity and selling Chapter 7 Life after publication Resources: Further reading; Book sites, blogs and podcasts; Glossary;, Software to support writers Index
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Writers Artists Yearbook 2022
Book SynopsisA definitive guide, in here you'll find everything you need' S. J. WatsonThe latest edition of the bestselling guide to all you need to know about how to get published, is packed full of advice, inspiration and practical information. The Writers'' & Artists'' Yearbook has been guiding writers and illustrators on the best way to present their work, how to navigate the world of publishing and ways to improve their chances of success, for over 110 years. It is equally relevant for writers of novels and non-fiction, poems and scripts and for those writing for children, YA and adults and covers works in print, digital and audio formats. If you want to find a literary or illustration agent or publisher, would like to self-publish or crowdfund your creative idea then this Yearbook will help you. As well as sections on publishers and agents, newspapers and magazines, illustration and photography, theatre and screen, there is a wealth of detail on the legal and financial Trade ReviewFull of useful stuff. * J. K. Rowling *So much the budding writer needs. * Martina Cole *Read this book very carefully. Treasure it. Keep it beside you. * Rachel Joyce *Table of ContentsMajor sections on: Newspapers & magazines Books Poetry Screen and audio Theatre Literary agents Art and illustration Societies, prizes and festivals Self-publishing Resources for writers Law and copyright Money, tax and benefits
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Right Word
Book SynopsisThis three-in-one guide is the perfect addition to any professional or amateur writer's bookshelf. Aimed at those who use language in their day-to-day lives, it is divided into three parts. The Grammar Guide provides clear, comprehensive guidance on sentence structure, parts of speech and punctuation; the Vocabulary Builder helps you choose the right word by listing commonly confused, misused and cliched words; the dictionary of Literary Terms provides concise definitions of linguistic forms. The budding writer can use this guide to quickly enhance their style and improve their word power. The rules and advice provided are accompanied by usage examples throughout.Trade Review‘an engaging reference book to flip through if you’re interested in the finer points of language and usage . . . it leaves you filled with awe at the nuance and breadth of the English language’ -- Carrie O’Grady * Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading *Table of ContentsIntroduction Part 1: Grammar - The parts of speech - Words working together - Punctuation - Type, format and layout - Spelling rules - Rules you can break - Glossary of grammatical terms Part 2: Vocabulary builder - Choosing the right word - Commonly confused words and word pairs - Commonly misused words - Word families - Just the opposite - Avoiding cliches Part 3 Literary terms
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC A Writers Journal Workbook
Book SynopsisA writer will change and grow many times in their writing life. This Journal Workbook aims to champion this journey. It answers those tricky questions writers long to ask, shares secret practices to inspire their writing confidence, and free their unique gifts from common obstacles and writing worries. In this Journal Workbook you will discover surprising new techniques from acting, neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and spirituality to re-wild your creativity and empower your writing craft. Writing can seem overwhelming. You long to be a writer, but where do you start?And how do you bridge the gap between where you are right now and where you want to go? How do you discover your voice? What does that even mean? And what can you do to improve your writing? Or discover what you want to write about? This is not a book about getting published or finding an agent. This is a book about finding you. Finding your voice. Trusting your talent. Your creativity. It is about puttiTrade ReviewA wonderful warm hug of a book, packed with practical help and inspiring goodness. Just the tonic to boost the morale of any writer. -- Chris Callaghan * Goodreads *Full of nuggets of wisdom from beginning to end. Packed full of goodies, gems and guidance. -- Emma Perry * Waterstones review *This book is like an invisible hand on one's shoulder supporting and empowering the writer as one takes the first tentative step on their writing path ... I felt [Lucy] wrote it, especially for me. * Amazon review *Table of ContentsIntroduction - Your secret power: what A Writer's Journal Workbook can do for you Part I - Surprising solutions to common questions: Tips, tricks and writing prompts Part II - Practice: The secret habits of a happy writer Resources
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Writers Artists Poetry Writers Handbook
Book SynopsisPoetry is increasingly democratic in its use of different formats, but it can be difficult to know how to navigate the range of options available. In a competitive field, this information is not always easy to access, and many poets make mistakes. This handbook is here to help.How do you make the finances work? Should you release a pamphlet or a full collection? Which promoters should you work with? How can you get your work reviewed? How do you maintain a public profile if performance isn't for you? What mentoring and publication options are open for mid-career poets? The Poetry Writers'' Handbook will answer all these questions and more. It provides: - practical advice on managing income and funding a career - detailed information on printing and distribution, marketing and publicity, and submission to editors, reviewers and prizes- up-to-date contacts for funding organisations, prizes, publishers and magazines for poets and their work.It gives a clear and up-to-date picture oTable of Contents1 Small Worlds: an introduction to the world of poetry 2 Getting published: magazines, prizes and pamphlets 3 Getting published: full poetry collections 4 To self-publish, or not? 5 Performance poetry: background and history 6 Performance poetry: owning the stage 7 The business of poetry 8 Marketing your book 9 A community of poets Bibliography Glossary Directory - who to contact Index
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Writers Artists Yearbook 2023
Book SynopsisA definitive guide, in here you'll find everything you need' S. J. WatsonWith over 4,000 industry contacts and over eighty articles from a wide range of leading authors and publishing industry professionals, the latest edition of this bestselling Yearbook is packed with all of the practical information, inspiration and guidance you need at every stage of your writing and publishing journey.Designed for authors and illustrators across all genres and markets, it is relevant for those looking for a traditional, hybrid or self-publishing route to publication; writers of fiction and non-fiction, poets and playwrights, writers for TV, radio and videogames.If you want to find a literary or illustration agent or publisher, would like to self-publish or crowdfund your creative idea then this Yearbook will help you. As well as sections on publishers and agents, newspapers and magazines, illustration and photography, theatre and screen, there is a wealth of detail on Trade ReviewA lifeline . . . it set my feet on the publishing path. * Joanne Harris *A definitive guide, in here you'll find everything you need. * S.J. Watson *Get a copy of the Yearbook. It's the key that will help you unlock the world of publishing. * Samantha Shannon *An indispensable companion for anyone seriously committed to the profession of author. * David Lodge *Table of ContentsMajor sections on: Newspapers and magazines Books Poetry Screen and audio Theatre Literary agents Art and illustration Societies, prizes and festivals Self-publishing Resources for writers Law and copyright Money, tax and benefits NEW ARTICLES THIS EDITION on How to be a food writer by Felicity Cloake Querying an agent: top tips about submission by Catherine Cho Getting your script noticed by James McDermott My rocky road trip to writing success by Sarah Clarke Weaving fact into fiction by Jo Browning Wroe Writing regency romances by Katy Moran News, views and trends: review of the publishing year by Tom Tivnan A way with words: writing comedy by Ian Martin The art and craft of literary translation by Jianan Qian Creating comics by Hannah Berry Writing and publishing short stories by Paul McVeigh How creative writing courses benefit a writer by Martin Ouvry Getting your audiobook published by Laura Smith How to write for the theatre by Gill Kirk
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John Murray Press Complete Write a Novel Course
Book SynopsisLEARN HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL WITH THIS COMPLETE, PRACTICAL COURSE.Designed to take you from the moment you first put pen to paper right through to the process of contacting publishers (or uploading an ebook file) and promoting your book, this is the most important book on writing that you''ll ever read. It introduces you to the craft of fiction writing, the art of words and the way in which to use them. It gives you inspiration, ideas and practical advice.It gives you the background and the skills you''ll need to succeed.Unlike other books on the market, however, it also helps you begin to critique your own work, meaning that at every step of the writing process you''ll be producing the best art you can. There are plenty of other essential writing tools in this book, as well, including techniques for overcoming writer''s block; with nearly a quarter of the book focussing on how to get published, how to publish yourself, which courses you do - and don''t
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John Murray Press Writing Comedy
Book SynopsisLearn how to write comedy that makes people laugh.Masterclass: Writing Comedy will reveal to both beginners and experienced writers the distinctive features that mark out comedy from other forms of creative writing. Having identified these, it will help you then to unlock your inner anarchist, and explore the different elements of comedy, using a combination of practical exercises, insight and creative inspiration. Whatever your preferred comic genre, you will find guidance on everything from wordplay and visual humour to plots, comedy characters and different styles.A section on performance will help you to hone stand-up skills, while chapters on stage and screen will give techniques and tips on how to craft a sitcom or create a sketch show. Finally, there is a uniquely frank but useful section on the realities of the markets, and the actualities of going it alone with self-publishing and self-promotion - or the tools you need to successfully pitch an idea or
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John Murray Press Masterclass Writing Plays
Book Synopsis LEARN HOW TO WRITE PLAYS AND HAVE THEM PERFORMEDWriting Plays is the invaluable and comprehensive guide to anyone who wants to write plays and get them performed. It covers the basics of the theatre, creating and working with characters, writing realistic speech and dialogue, constructing compelling plots and creating a great ending. There are also separate chapters focused on writing for different genres, including pantomimes, musicals, radio and television. And a final section looks at the practicalities of laying out, submitting and staging your play.ABOUT THE SERIESThe Teach Yourself Creative Writing series helps aspiring authors tell their story. Covering a range of genres from science fiction and romantic novels, to illustrated children''s books and comedy, this series is packed with advice, exercises and tips for unlocking creativity and improving your writing. And because we know how daunting the blank page caTrade ReviewA comprehensive how-to guide that deals with every aspect of the playwriting business. - Writing Magazine
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John Murray Press Get Started in Writing Young Adult Fiction
Book SynopsisLearn how to write young adult fiction with imagination and verve.This is an authoritative and engaging introduction to writing young adult fiction for the complete beginner. It will help you understand how the genre works, the big do''s and don''t''s - as well as giving you the inspiration and motivation you actually need to write. Written by a leading literary agent who knows what it takes to make it in this market, this book will give you the advice and tips you need to stand out. An essential book for anyone hoping to emulate the success and addictive qualities that characterize books like The Hunger Games, Twilight, Divergent and The Fault in Our Stars.ABOUT THE SERIESThe Teach Yourself Creative Writing series helps aspiring authors tell their story. Covering a range of genres from science fiction and romantic novels, to illustrated children''s books and comedy, this series is packed with advice, exercises and tips for unlocking creativity
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John Murray Press Copywriting In A Week
Book SynopsisGreat copywriting just got easierIt''s strange to think that there was a time when only the privileged few could read or write. The rest of us relied on the spoken word. Storytelling was used to pass knowledge on from one generation to the next. Now, most of us are literate and use the written word to gather information and inform our decision making. Increasingly we do this online, with social media and messaging enabling rapid, spontaneous global communication. But rather than freeing us from the need for clear, effective written communication, it actually makes good communication even more important. The less we communicate face to face, the greater the opportunity for misunderstandings. Of course, all writing communicates your message to people you cannot see and may never meet. It means you can influence more widely; it also means you must take care not to make assumptions aboutyour reader, especially those who see your public postings. SuTable of Contents 1: Sunday: Simple techniques to focus your message and get the point across : Sunday - work out what you want to say and make sure your copy is going to be relevant; Monday: - put yourself in your readers' shoes and make your writing easy to read and absorb; 2: Monday: How pictures, layout and colour make words meaningful and memorable 3: Tuesday: Writing effective letters. Some useful direct mail tips : Tuesday - learn the art of letter writing and make sure your letters will be read; : Wednesday - understand advertising and how each of your words earn its keep; 4: Wednesday: Winning ways to make sure your advertising works 5: Thursday: Communicating clearly with the media. News releases and bulletins : Thursday - become a popular press commentator and promote what you do for free; : Friday - discover why most promotional print says too much and become skilled at only writing what matters most; 6: Friday: Preparing promotional material and linking it all together 7: Saturday: Composing reports, punchy proposals, presentation visuals : Saturday - explore some other ways to work with words and know you are getting your message across.
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John Murray Press Get Started in Writing a Novel
Book SynopsisLEARN HOW TO WRITE YOUR FIRST NOVEL WITH THIS COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE.This new edition of an acclaimed guide to writing a novel helps you if you are just at the very beginning of your writing journey, showing you how to gain confidence and find inspiration. A classic book that has supported thousands of authors over the years, it contains a wealth of information on how to structure, craft and develop your writing, how to edit and redraft, and how to take the first steps towards publication. Each chapter contains a long and several shorter writing exercises, while key quotes, ideas and focus points will be clearly signposted and will summarise important concepts and advice. At the heart of each chapter is the ''Workshop''. The Workshop is a key exercise, in which you will gain a deeper insight into the craft of writingThis new edition also includes an expanded section on self- and digital-publishing, to reflect recent advances in technology and practice.ABOUT
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