Writing Career

For 50 years, writers at every stage of their careers have turned to the literary nonprofit organization Poets & Writers and its award-winning magazine for resources to foster their professional development, from writing prompts and tips on technique to informative interviews with published authors, literary agents, and editors. But never before has Poets & Writers marshalled its 50 years’ worth of knowledge to create an authoritative guide for writers that answers every imaginable question about craft and career - until now.

Trapped in what has become a mundane and unrewarding job, the writer returns to his home town in an attempt to rectify his life and come to terms with the choices he has made, only to discover that his future depends on how well he can write.

Success in life is more than having goals and skills. You need connections. And to get connections, you need to reach out - fearlessly, strategically, and every day of the work week. For many, this is a daunting and confusing task. Reach Out shows listeners how to use social media and simple digital tools to begin building and expanding the number of people they know. Author Molly Beck explains how to: establish and strengthen your digital presence; develop career goals that reaching out can help you obtain; and much more!

Discover the ins and outs of a captivating, high-demand world with our eBook, "The Write Path." This enriching guide dives deep into the realm of technical writing, an industry shrouded in mystery yet bursting with potential—a whole world begging to be explored. "The Write Path" is a comprehensive, step-by-step guidebook to unravel the mystique of technical writing. This golden ticket of an eBook wields the power to turn a novice into a knowledgeable writer, equipping readers with a robust skillset to conquer industry demands. Chapter by chapter, we journey from the roots of technical ...

Communicating with Mastery provides listeners with a rich treasure trove of frameworks and tools for leadership communication as developed and taught over the past decade at Stanford's Graduate School of Business. Designed for the business leader on the go, it provides you quick access to helpful approaches to vexing communication problems leaders face today in speaking and writing to various audiences.

Are you an author or creative preparing for success? Do you want to learn to speak effectively in front of an audience? All successful creatives have to speak and present in public, whether that's at a festival, on a podcast or radio show, or as part of earning multiple streams of income. But you don’t have to be like Tony Robbins, bouncing around on stage with a booming voice and larger than life personality. You just have to be you and tell your story in your own way.

Jump into the captivating world of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit with Creativity for Sale, an inspiring how-to guide by creative director and bestselling author Radim Malinic. Full of tried, tested, and proven insights gained from 20+ years in the creative industry, this book is your personal blueprint to turn your passion into profit.

This audiobook is about the stuff you learn when you've worked for a boss you'd swear jumped out of a Dilbert cartoon; worked in a business whose performance careened up and down like a runaway clown car; when you've faced legal or ethical problems that needed the wisdom of Solomon to sort out while they roiled your guts at night; or when you've sat on the stand across from some third-rate Perry Mason, or tried to be one yourself.

Employers consider communication one of the most critical skills for workers today. Written to address the needs of both students entering the workforce and business professionals looking to improve their written communication, Writing for the Workplace is a matter-of-fact how-to guide that provides strategies for effective professional communication.

A unique and significant guide to selling more books through personal appearances and online interviews, brimming with information and resources as well as tips and ideas from nearly two dozen author-speaker professionals.The most powerful tool in your book promotion toolkit is your personality. The fact is that personality sells books.

We are in the midst of one of the greatest status revolutions ever, and it's a brave new world indeed. Who better to guide us through it than Michael Lewis, whose subversive, trenchant humor is the perfect match to his subject matter. Here is an audiobook as fresh as tomorrow's headlines, and as entertaining as its best selling predecessors.

Unlock the secrets to thriving in one of the world’s most dynamic cities with "Finding Work in London." This comprehensive eBook is your ultimate guide to navigating the bustling job market of the UK's capital. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a fresh graduate, or dreaming of a new start, this book provides the strategies you need to land the perfect job in London. Begin your journey by understanding the economic landscape, key industries, and workforce demographics that define London's vibrant job market. Learn how to carve your path with strategic job search planning and online...

Breaking into freelance writing has gotten much easier for word-savvy entrepreneurs like you. But even in the golden age of content creation, you still need to know what it takes to launch and consistently pitch your services so you can grow and scale your freelance writing side hustle into a full-fledged career you really love. Start Your Own Freelance Writing Business is an easy-to-understand, introductory, and nontechnical approach to the world of freelance writing.

Are you struggling for ideas for your first blog? You’d like to get started but don’t have the first clue on how to write a blog post? Or maybe you’re just looking for proven methods that actually works when it comes to monetizing your blog? If this sounds like you, then don’t worry you’re not alone. In this day and age, making money through blogging has never been made so easy, yet only five percent of bloggers actually make a full-time income through their blogs.

In today's competitive job market, having a standout resume is more crucial than ever. "The Elite Resume: Crafting Your Ticket to the Executive Suite" is an essential guide designed to transform your resume into a compelling narrative that showcases your unique qualifications and prepares you for the challenges of high-level professional roles. Written by a renowned expert in digital marketing and career development, this book offers a meticulous, step-by-step approach to crafting resumes that not only pass through Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) but also capture the attention of hiring ...

Deja de sufrir por las presentaciones. Esta guía te proporcionará la seguridad y las herramientas necesarias para poder persuadir a tu público, vender tus ideas y sorprender a los demás. Entre otros aspectos, esta guía te ayudará a mejorar tu capacidad para enseñar a la gente la importancia de tus ideas, ganarte a públicos difíciles, estructurar un discurso coherente, crear mensajes brillantes, elaborar un buen material visual, mantener la atención de tu público y encontrar el tono adecuado a cada situación.

Write outstanding papers using a systematic top-down approachWriting a scientific paper is hard, especially if you want to publish in top journals. It’s even harder if you are a PhD student who is still learning the craft. But don’t worry, this book is here to help! It shows you a straightforward, step-by-step method that makes it easier to turn your hard-earned results into clear and exciting papers, ready for top journals. Instead of dwelling on technicalities, this guide breaks the process down into manageable chunks. How to choose the message of your paper? How to craft its abstract...

This is an excerpt from the book Creative Writing Career: Becoming a Writer of Movies, Video Games, and Books. This section comprises the entire section on video game writing, to include video game writer interviews, and is Part Five of the book.

If you are like most entrepreneurs, the idea of finally writing your book is what scares you the most. But imagine what it will feel like to tell your family and friends that you are a published author.... Everything is laid out in step-by-step directions, so you can easily follow the process and have your own book written in seven days or less!

This audiobook is filled with proven solutions, options, and problem-solving methods that every first-time author needs to know - no matter what writing challenges you face. Follow the advice given in this audiobook and by the end, after putting what I have to say into action, you will have easily written a high-quality book.