Writing First

Are you an author interested in preparing your book for audiobook narration? Do you need advice on narrator-friendly writing and editing for voiceover and audio production? This practical guide to radio writing techniques will help you prepare your book for a voice artist or your own narration. Discover how to: edit with your narrator in mind; use audio flow words and phrases; convey information with clarity; write from an audio-first viewpoint; and much more.

You’ve written your first book and you are ready to self-publish it; congratulations! Now, what steps do you need to take to self-publish? What are the best strategies? How do you ensure retailers and libraries will carry your book? Aggregating five plus years of experience in the self-publishing space, M.K. Williams has compiled the answers that you need into an easily digestible format to walk you through the publishing process.

Sixty years after Mount Everest was first climbed, this unique book of letters celebrates, in a very personal way, this most majestic of mountains. With exclusive access to the private archives of pioneering New Zealand climber George Lowe, this is a welcome tribute to an unsung hero.The ascent of Everest in the summer of 1953 was one of the twentieth century’s great triumphs of exploration. George Lowe’s efforts on the mountain were crucial to the endeavour.

Two scenes extracted from SweetSpot, a novel in progress, set at the iconic Santa Barbara Writers Conference where my protagonist, a brand new SBWC attendee, gets her first taste of what could be instead of what has been. Though SweetSpot is a work of fiction, the feelings inspiring Sweetspot are rooted in fact. For almost 25 years, author Marla Miller has been in association with the Santa Barbara Writers Conference, SBWC, first as a 'newby writer' and then as a workshop leader where she continues to present her workshops. SBWC, the brainchild of noted author and raconteur, Barnaby Conrad,...

A SHORT ONE-HOUR READ! “What do you do when you realize that you measure every man you meet against your childhood sweetheart as your yardstick?” Reena, a beautiful and strong young woman, is traveling back home from a friend’s marriage. Karthik, a globe-trotting tech evangelist is also on his way back home after visiting his uncle. Reena and Karthik meet in the train and sparks fly from the moment they lay eyes on each other. As the night progresses, and as they learn more about each other, Reena realizes that all her relationships till then have always failed because she has not yet...

Henrietta Pittman already has three novel manuscripts lying forgotten in the bottom drawer, so why challenge the Delta Cove Writers Group to write another 50,000 words in 30 days? From Day One things do not go well for her. For instance, there's Matt Watson, her critique partner, who's determined to out-write her with his scorching sex romp, "Drop Dead Blonde". Henny can't even make up her mind what to write! Finally she decides on "The Chocolate Affair" - after all, isn't chocolate every girl’s soother of sorrows; panacea of all ills; comforter; consoler; obsession-maker; greed gatherer?...

When Princess Chitrangada Vasudeva of Jodhana runs away from her bodyguards in the European city of Zurich, the last thing she expects is to be incarcerated with a stranger in his hotel suite for three days and nights. Prince Rajvardhan Thakore of Udaipur is on his way to take part in the ice polo event at St Moritz and plans to take a much-needed break in Zurich. He’s thrown for a toss when he stops his car to help a damsel in distress. A few minutes into the encounter, he finds out that “Princess” is anything but a helpless female. Sparks fly, and how! Until that morning when ...

Have you ever wanted to know some of the unique places to stay a night out? Like spending the night in an actual teepee, or Treehouse. Maybe you are seeking the best place to get peach ice cream in the heat of the Texas day, Peach ice cream! Well, look no further than The Funny Travel List Texas: Adventures & Unique Outings, a thorough collection of the finest local Texas spots for fun places to visit and or stay for the entire family.

Grow your audience. Sell your product. Share your wisdom. Make more money... fast. A book is the perfect way to boost your brand, business, or profile—but writing one traditionally takes months of effort and specialized knowledge. Fortunately, in 2025, with tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google Gemini, creating an incredible nonfiction book has never been quicker or easier! In How to Write a Nonfiction Book with AI in 2025, bestselling author and tech journalist Anthony P. Carter reveals how to use artificial intelligence to write smarter and faster—without sacrificing your unique ...

When Pauline Piper reads in the local paper that her old schoolmate Marjorie has published a book and is going to sign copies of it in the local library, she suddenly remembers that she has always wanted to write one. Despite her admission that she has never been able to express herself very well in words, she enlists the help of her patient husband John, a great reader, unlike herself, and begins to pen her very first novel.In her candid account of the ups and downs of authorship, Pauline steers us ably through the process of writing her first work, from its inception to publication day ...

99% OF OUR STUDENTS ARE PASSING THE NATURALIZATION TEST!! TODAY, take advantage of the additional Bonus materials available in the book for you at any time. Such as Audio practical conversation. READY FOR THE TEST IN JUST 28 DAYS. Are you feeling insecure about taking the Naturalization test?

They were enemies by choice, lovers by accident, and soulmates by destiny. Raghav: Ambitious, determined, and fiercely protective, Raghav Nanda is a man on a mission—focused on building his career and shielding those he cares about. But when it comes to Meera, the vibrant girl who constantly tests his patience, he refuses to see that beneath his protective instincts lies something deeper, something he’s determined to deny. Meera: Chirpy, witty, and full of life, Meera Mehra secretly harbors deep feelings for the brooding and ambitious Raghav. But fear of rejection keeps her heart ...

"What Shall We Do Today? - A Special April Adventure" Children's Educational Story for Ages 6-9 Perfect for Classroom Reading & Family Storytelling Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya in their most exciting adventure yet! When the friends discover that April 10th celebrates FIVE special days at once, they embark on a journey that combines learning and fun in this heartwarming tale of friendship and discovery. In this delightful educational story, children will: Explore a real working farm and meet adorable animals while learning about National Farm Animals Day and...

CONGRATULATIONS , you are finally going to write your book! You have moved from planning to write a book, to actually writing one. It’s your goal to write a short book with clear benefits to the reader. But this isn’t your first attempt, is it? Maybe you have written your book a hundred times before and never finished because somewhere along the way, you end up stuck or hating your work. In other words, you lose the initial momentum and excitement you had for writing the thing. How to author and self-publish a book are questions that burn in your soul. Burn, baby burn. People who know ...

As with any project, when you start your memoir right, you're on your way to success!START YOUR MEMOIR RIGHT distills Denis Ledoux's experience of years of coaching and teaching memoir writing. His expert advice will focus your effort and save you time and energy because lays out a clear writing path. Each writing step is simply presented. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: explore [and answer] compelling reasons to write. master proven launch techniques. identify your biggest challenge—hint: it's not finding time. why writing a memoir, rather than an autobiography, is probably a better idea. what tasks ...

The blank page is daunting. With all the ideas floating around, most people don't know where to begin. Which chapter should be first? Am I an impostor? How can I figure it all out? This is your road map.

From Zero to Published is your roadmap to success when you're starting from ground zero. Jason has been where you are, facing the same challenges and overcoming the same obstacles that you're encountering right now. He's made the mistakes so you don't have to.

This interactive spelling practice is all your first grader needs to excel at spelling. The follow-along style is optimal for the fastest learning and mastering of spelling. The audiobook includes 250+ words for first-grade level spelling, and more!

Delve into the shadowy world where loyalty is currency and deception an art form in Jim Stovall's captivating exploration of espionage history, literature, and tradecraft. Unlike any other genre study, "Spy Story" illuminates the unique territory that separates espionage fiction from mysteries and thrillers – a realm where ambiguity reigns supreme and moral certainty dissolves into shades of gray. This meticulously researched collection introduces readers to the extraordinary individuals who shaped intelligence history: Francis Walsingham, Elizabeth I's spymaster, who pioneered modern ...

"It has everything every reader craves for mystery, thrill, romance, plot that stays with you!" - Amazon Reader The bonds of family are unbreakable. From bestselling Author Sapna Bhog comes a new romance series of friendship, loyalty, lies and betrayal. He never expected to run into her… SHAURYA RAJPOOT is a man of many secrets. A sudden meeting with Myra Gupta changes the course of his life. Bound by a vow to his family, Shaurya keeps her at a distance…until she shatters all the barriers between them. Staying away from her soon becomes impossible, resisting her…unimaginable. She ...