English Writing

Author of At Play in the Fields of the Lord, national Book Award-winner Peter Matthiessen is an accomplished naturalist and one of the most acclaimed writers in the world. This book is a stirring look at the tiger, a magnificent animal that has long fueled human fascination. In critical danger of extinction, only a few thousand of these giant cats remain. Matthiessen's exquisite prose stunningly captures the tigers' dramatic fight to survive.

Ohio coaching legend Paul Brown said he wanted to create "the New York Yankees of pro football" when he assembled the Cleveland Browns from scratch in 1946. Despite his ambition, not even the future Hall of Fame coach could have foreseen ten league championship appearances and seven titles in the team's first ten years.

"A wise and frugal government, which shall leave men free to regulate their own pursuits of industry and improvement, and shall not take from the mouth of labor the bread it has earned - this is the sum of good government." Thus reads the wisdom of Thomas Jefferson – author of the Declaration of Independence, third president of the United States, and a statesman who voiced the hopes of the new America with a passion unique to any other person of his era.

Crafting Immersive Fiction: A Comprehensive Guide is the ultimate resource for writers eager to create stories that captivate from start to finish. Whether you're a new writer or a seasoned author, this guide offers the tools you need to craft unforgettable fiction. What’s Inside: Core Elements of Storytelling: Develop complex characters, authentic voices, and engaging arcs. Understand plot structure, from exposition to resolution, and how to balance themes and subtext to deepen your narrative. Building Conflict and Stakes: Master the art of tension, conflict, and pacing to keep readers ...

Welcome to Morrissey County! This fictional region in Pennsylvania Amish country is home to several generations of strong-willed Amish women who know what they want in life, even if others disagree. Join these women on their search for love and acceptance. Morrissey County, 1980 Jonas Smoker longs for a solitary life on his own farm. His widowed mother wants grandchildren, but he’s bound and determined to live out his dream on his own. Abigail Speicher has been distraught since her father’s passing, and she wonders if finding a husband will turn her grief into joy. However, her latest ...

When New York Times reporter Michael Finkel meets accused killer Christian Longo - who has taken on Finkel's identity - his investigation morphs into an unforgettable game of cat and mouse. True Story weaves a spellbinding tale of murder, love, deceit, and redemption, following Finkel's relentless pursuit of the shocking truth.

Writing & Publishing Your Book is an award-winning, step-by-step guide designed specifically for aspiring authors ready to turn their ideas into published works. From developing your concept and organizing your thoughts to polishing your manuscript and choosing the best publishing path, this comprehensive guide covers it all. Author John Ramirez offers clear, practical advice on navigating both self-publishing and traditional publishing, marketing your book, and building a loyal audience. You’ll learn how to develop your manuscript from start to finish, create a compelling author brand, ...

The Fishing Life is an entertaining anthology of fishing anecdotes and well-researched articles from across Paul Schullery’s research and fishing career. The author offers up stories, essays, farces, daydreams, and ruminations that will engage listeners of all kinds. Of course, being a fisherman and living the fishing life goes beyond just those days spent with rod and reel in hand. It is something that occupies your mind and your heart, not just your hands.

C. S. Lewis offers a magisterial take on the literature and poetry of one of the most consequential periods in world history, providing deep insight into some of the greatest writers of the age, including Edmund Spenser, William Shakespeare, William Tyndale, John Knox, Dr. Johnson, Richard Hooker, Hugh Latimer, Christopher Marlowe, John Donne, and Thomas Cranmer.

I give 5 Stars! I am attempting to write my first book about my woodworking career-I purchased both of these books (by Brand) and they are packed full of information on how the publishing industry works and how to set yourself up for success. JuLee Brand can teach you how to get started and how to keep you on track-and then how to get your book in the right hands. You need to get these books if you are even thinking about writing a book.–Gerry Lamanski, Patented Inventor, Woodworker, and future author What’s the key to building your community of superfans? Why do only a handful of ...

F--k the F--kity F--kin' F--ker. Fans of Katherine Dunn won't be surprised that this was her father's favorite sentence, or that, as a young girl, she heard it as a kind of profane poem, a secret song. For many of us, the language of Geek Love carries a similar staying power, born of Dunn's agile use of language and her strange, beautiful diction. And as a true exegete of the expletive, she remained undividedly devoted to obscenity - both as scholar and practitioner.

Explore the Primal Fear of Hunger And Ritual Unleash your imagination with tales of blood-craving entities, savage transformations, and forbidden cravings that haunt the shadows of the supernatural. These writing prompts immerse you in the terrifying allure of creatures driven by an extreme hunger and power that twists even the purest of souls. Themes include: Vampiric Obsession: Craft tales of seduction and betrayal among the eternally damned. Lycanthropic Rage: Follow the feral transformation that turns humans into beasts. The Unseen Predator: Confront horrors that hunt unseen, preying on...

A collection of information, puzzles, and tips to help keep your mind sharp! Are you irritated with the same routine every day? Is your mind feeling a little foggier than usual? Do you dearly miss the days when you used to be a sharp thinker? Well, it’s time to regain your intellectual capabilities with some fun and easy puzzle games! As life traverses its roller-coaster ride, our brains ask for constant change and stimulation. This fun-packed guide will enhance your cognitive performance and unleash that untapped creative potential within you. With endless memory exercises, brain games, ...

Around the time Elizabeth Gilbert turned 30, she went through an early-onslaught midlife crisis. She went through a divorce, a crushing depression, another failed love, and the eradication of everything she ever thought she was supposed to be. To recover from all this, Gilbert took a radical step. She got rid of her belongings, quit her job, and undertook a yearlong journey around the world, all alone. This is the absorbing chronicle of that year.

Shaka Senghor was raised in a middle-class neighborhood on Detroit’s east side during the height of the 1980s crack epidemic. An honor roll student and a natural leader, he dreamed of becoming a doctor—but at age eleven, his parents’ marriage began to unravel, and beatings from his mother worsened, which sent him on a downward spiral. He ran away from home, turned to drug dealing to survive, and ended up in prison for murder at the age of nineteen, full of anger and despair.

There are several aspects to writing fiction. Rendering what John Gardner in The Art of Fiction describes as a 'vivid and continuous dream' is a complicated affair. Story is created from the imagination of a writer, who in turn must translate it onto a page of symbols so that another person can read, absorb, and experience the story in a similar fashion. It's a remarkable process when you think about it. In On Creative Writing the process of writing fiction is demystified and cut in palatable bites to help any writer who has the passion and mad desire to tell a story. Reviews: Bitten by ...

Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love with a gondolier in Venice, and savors a cheese course in the Loire Valley. Contemplate the mysteries of centuries-old stone circles in England, dangle from a cliff in the Swiss Alps, and hear a French farmer's defense of foie gras. With a brand-new, original introduction from Rick reflecting on his decades of travel, For the Love of Europe features 100 of the best stories published throughout his career.

"Every morning I jump out of bed and step on a land mine. The land mine is me. After the explosion, I spend the rest of the day putting the pieces back together. Now, it's your turn. Jump!" Zest. Gusto. Curiosity. These are the qualities every writer must have, as well as a spirit of adventure. In this exuberant book, the incomparable Ray Bradbury shares the wisdom, experience, and excitement of a lifetime of writing. Here are practical tips on the art of writing from a master of the craft - everything from finding original ideas to developing your own voice and style.

Used anciently as medicine to boost immunity, improve memory, aid digestion, and enhance overall well-being, medicinal mushrooms hold extraordinary potential to improve the health of modern humans. Thousands of studies show that they are among nature’s most potent remedies possessing novel compounds and properties to fight inflammation, balance blood sugar, enhance the gut microbiome, and optimize mental health. "Improving Human Health through the Healing Power of Medicinal Mushrooms" is your ultimate guide to integrating these remarkable remedies into your life. This groundbreaking book ...

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