Creative Fiction Writing

Embark on a transformative journey into the realm of storytelling with "Fiction Writing 101: Unlocking Your Creative Potential as a Storyteller." This captivating audiobook is your gateway to the world of fiction writing, designed to inspire and empower aspiring authors to unleash their unique voices and storytelling prowess.

At twenty-seven years-old, George Fairweather is “the voice of his generation”, a poet whose talent has garnered him accolades from the literary establishment and homage from the disenfranchised “hippie” youth of the late 1960’s.George is the embodiment of the times with his long hair, rebellious attitude and regular use of mind-expanding psychedelic drugs.Then the sudden and tragic death of Fallon, his friend, his muse and his lover shatters his world, his sanity and nearly ends his life.Katherine is the one person who stands between George and destruction. A hanger-on, a groupie...

In today's world, many are suffering from information overload and are re-thinking the consequences of "over-sharing". The Secret Life is a helpful guide to leading a quietly powerful life - one that can lead to greater personal effectiveness, satisfaction, and success. The concepts that originated with Maimonides - one of history's greatest philosophers - demonstrate the benefits of living a more private life. The result is an antidote to the depression, finger-pointing, divisiveness, unhappiness, and inefficiency that many of us would like to change in ourselves and in the world.

Some of us are compelled to share our creative visions through the written word. If we want to stay true to our dreams of being writers, then we should embrace the writing life. Embracing the writing life means giving into the joys and the challenges of our chosen art form. Embracing the writing life means living fully, being present in the moment, and finding meaning in the smallest things. This is how we fill our creative well, after all--with life. Whether you are new to writing or have many years under your belt, embracing the writing life may be the best thing you can do for yourself ...

This is a book of sharing. I wanted to share some of the things as I learned how to create anything as a writer, poems, songs, small short stories, news stories, and later fiction and nonfiction. Many years later, I have seen over ninety books published, and because of this, I hope people can find something inspiration and helpful in my own story of how I started writing so long ago.

Struggling to start your short story? This book is here to inspire you! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced writer seeking fresh ideas, Write Your Short Story is your go-to guide for crafting compelling narratives. Begin with a concise introduction to short stories and their key elements, followed by practical tips to enhance your writing. Then, dive into 101 creative story prompts, thoughtfully organized into three categories: situations, first sentences, and last sentences. Feel free to mix and match these ideas to spark your next masterpiece! Why choose this book? 101 unique ...

An all-new writing skills reference book from the author of Romance In a Month: Are you interested in writing a thrilling romantic suspense but not sure how to start? Do you love reading romantic suspense novels and wonder how they’re put together? Romantic suspense is one of the most popular subgenres of romance to write. However, it isn’t easy to juggle a strong and compelling romantic relationship with the intrigue and suspense of a well-crafted thriller. In this book, you’ll learn: •The expected elements of a romance. •The expected elements in a suspense. •The different ...

This thoughtfully crafted anthology is perfect for children new to verse and for young poetry fans seeking out new favorites. Explore poetry from a diverse selection of contemporary and historical poets, covering a broad range of topics - from personal subjects like emotions and family, to the wonders of the natural environment. Carefully selected works encourage children to see the poetry in everything and to embrace the beauty of their everyday lives.

1917. Virginia Woolf arrives at Asheham, on the Sussex Downs, immobilized by nervous exhaustion and creative block. 1930. Feeling jittery about her writing career, Sylvia Townsend Warner spots a modest workman’s cottage for sale on the Dorset coast. 1941. Rosamond Lehmann settles in a Berkshire village, seeking a lovers’ retreat, a refuge from war, and a means of becoming ‘a writer again’. Rural Hours tells the story of three very different women, each of whom moved to the country and were forever changed by it.

Los gemelos Klaas y Kees y su hermano menor Gerson juegan a menudo a "Negro", cuya principal regla es no abrir los ojos. Un día Gerson, en un accidente de coche, pierde la visión y se verá obligado a jugar a «Negro» el resto de su vida. ¿Será Gerson capaz de adaptarse a su nueva vida con la ayuda de su perro? La vida también ha cambiado considerablemente para su padre y sus hermanos. Pero lo que nunca va a cambiar es la calidez de la familia. Esta conmovedora historia es contada a través de tres perspectivas diferentes, la de los gemelos, Gerson y el perro.

Another beautiful collection of Poems & Short Stories from Award Winning Author Robert E. Kearns (1st Place 2019 Pencraft Awards for Hy Brasil: Island of Eternity) With Poems & Short Stories volume 2, Kearns gives us a further edition of his thought provoking poetry along with several of his highly entertaining short stories. If prose and poetry are your thing, this is the book for you.

For 14 years, five-time Edgar winner and MWA grandmaster Lawrence Block wrote a monthly column on fiction for Writers Digest magazine. These columns yielded four books regarded as classics: Telling Lies for Fun & Profit, Spider Spin Me a Web, The Liar's Bible, and now, The Liar's Companion. Listen to The Liar's Companion and gain inspiration to create outstanding fiction.

A writing skills reference book from the author of Romance In a Month: Have you ever wanted ... • To create unforgettable characters? The kind readers talk about well after the book is finished? • Your characters to jump off the page and tell you what they like and dislike? • To make your characters multi-dimensional, complicated, deeper, and larger than life? • Create compelling quirks, flaws, and internal conflicts to differentiate your characters? • To keep your story from being predictable by having your character surprise you and your reader? • To hear readers tell you they...

Would you like to know, step-by-step, how to write a great story, book, or blog posts that will captivate your reader? Would you like to learn to write better and receive encouragement in your writing? Would you like to find the time to write and get your writing done? In “How to Write Your Story NOW,” you'll find a “you can do it” tone and support to find the time to write NOW. You’ll discover writing tips to help you get your writing done. This book will teach you to write creative non-fiction stories using fiction techniques. In this book, you will learn how to: -Hook your ...

Science fiction is all about exploration. We want to know more about the known world, but especially the unknown. It is in that idea of unlimited potential that the sci-fi genre was born. Whether you are a novice or writing professional, the prompts contained in this book are designed to give you more food for thought when crafting your creative works. The book is also segmented in order to give you the most common science fiction themes and concepts.

Are you a writer, director, actor, or creative mind working on a project in literature, film, television, theater, or video games? Do you strive to create characters that resonate with your audience, characters that feel real, complex, and consistent throughout your narrative? Look no further, for "Character Chronicles" is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of character development.

Do you wish you knew ... How to crack the code of a modern, contemporary single plotline romance? How to get motivated to write and finish your romance story ideas? How successful authors write consistently and put out high-quality work at regular intervals? How to use strong and sympathetic characters and hit well-known romance plot points to create your unique romance story? How a supportive group of writers can motivate each other to write faster and better? Why setting a daily word count goal is not the best way to track your progress? How to keep your motivation going, book after book,...

Have you written a book, or intend to? - Are you aiming for mainstream publication? - Do you intend to self-publish? Are you overwhelmed by the sheer overload of helpful information available on the internet? Are you thinking of taking a course in writing? - Are you struggling with self-doubt or lack of confidence? If so, this book is for you. In plain English, the author, who has been there, done it, demystifies the whole publishing circus. For the prospective author, there's a mass of good information available on the internet - the key is in knowing what to look for in the first place. ...

Your Story Matters is an indispensable and inclusive guide not only to the how of writing, but also the why. Nikesh Shukla, author, writing mentor and best-selling editor of The Good Immigrant, knows better than most the power that every unique voice has to effect change. Everyone has a story inside that only they can tell; all you need is the friendly, informal and practical advice in this audiobook to help draw it out and let you know that your story is worthy of being told.

By bestselling ghostwriter, acclaimed literary author and creative writing tutor. This book is used by award-winning authors and university creative writing departments. 'A how-to-write book that actually DOES tell you how' 'There are shedloads of books on how to write novels, and a lot of them are longer and considerably less useful' 'I wish I'd had this book a long time ago' 'The author has a proven track record as a writer of fiction, as opposed to writers of "how to write" books' Are you writing a novel? Do you want to make sure you finish? Will you get lost and fizzle out? Will you ...