Writing First

Most kids write stories. Only a few of them grow up to be successful authors. But before there was Carrie, there was Jhonathan and the Witchs. And before there was Rabbit Angstrom, Toyota Dealer, there was Manuel Cirarro, famous detective. Could we have seen the seeds of success in Stephen King's and John Updike's juvenilia? A funny and surprisingly informative gathering of childhood creations by today's most celebrated writers.

Do you want to turn your writing hobby into a lucrative part or full-time career? What if you had the freedom to choose when and where you work? Maybe you’ve considered becoming a freelance writer for the web but weren’t sure how to you get started. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Heck, you might have already read a book or two on this exact topic - there are a few out there. So why would we write another one? Because rarely will you find a book that shows you the exact steps you need to take to accomplish a specific goal. And one that’s enjoyable to listen to to boot!

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.

The opening pages of your screenplay are so important, it is here that you need to grab the reader's attention and not let go. Established writer Robin Bailes outlines how you can get your screenplay to grab the reader by the throat. With examples for popular movies as well as original un-filmed scripts, this is the book you need to get your story moving in the right direction!

Another Slice of Paradise is my second book portraying life on our rustic riverside farm in the Portuguese mountains. Join us as we start offering riding holidays and begin to realise the traumas involved in trying to accomodate guests with a variety of different riding levels and dietary expectations! I promise that you will meet some very colourful characters! Our amazing horses, dogs, cats, ducks and chickens entwine themselves into our story, and our bemused Portuguese neighbours continue to try to educate us into the ways of local village life as we aim to become more self sufficient. ...

Every story starts with a single idea, a spark that sets your imagination on fire. Sometimes you might yearn to tell a story but can't find that initial spark. Maybe you just need one fresh idea to coax that wimpy flicker into a roaring, magical blaze? To that end, I’ve created a list of silly, funny, interesting, and crazy prompts that you can use to get your imagination burning. All you need to do is take one prompt (or throw a dozen together) and write down your notes and ideas in the space provided. I hope you have a lot of fun, and I can’t wait to read your stories! 5-Star Review ...

Weddings are always fun! Other people's weddings. Not yours! . Kishore is home on vacation after three years. To his horror, his family is determined to get him married this time. He isn't ready to settle down yet. He loves the carefree life he leads and his career as a successful civil engineer in Dubai. So, he devises the perfect plan to escape the matchmaking attempts of his family. Just when he thought he had everything under control, that girl from his past literally crash lands into his life and turns his life upside down. Within a day, he is ready to ditch his bachelorhood enchanted ...

Publishing books isn’t your problem...selling them is. You’ve written your heart out, followed the steps, and hit publish. But instead of steady royalties, you’re stuck refreshing your KDP dashboard, hoping for a sale. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Most self-publishers struggle because they focus only on the writing. The real success happens when you master the entire process of publishing books that actually sell. The $10,000 KDP Formula gives you the clear, actionable roadmap to grow your Amazon KDP business from uncertain launches to consistent royalties. Built on ...

To write a successful book, you need to find and work with an editor who shares your passion for your work and your message and who will help you make your book sing. And sing a smash hit. A blockbuster of a message, clearly and carefully constructed so readers love you and your work and leave you five-star Amazon reviews only because they don’t have more stars to give.

Unlock the power of artificial intelligence and transform your writing process with AI Author: Write Your First Non-Fiction Book Faster and Smarter with Artificial Intelligence. Whether you’re a first-time author or an experienced writer looking to streamline your creative process, this practical guide will show you how AI can be your ultimate writing partner—from brainstorming and outlining to drafting, editing, and publishing. In this step-by-step guide, you’ll discover how to: • Harness AI’s capabilities to generate ideas, research efficiently, and create structured outlines ...

Discover finally how to become a successful author thanks to the techniques that have allowed the most famous authors to create their first best sellers. They succeeded. Now it's up to you to prove that with the right tools you can succeed in the publishing world. This book takes you through the first steps to understanding the fundamental concepts of writing until you create the right mindset to start working with creativity and create your first book.

Andrew Zimmern, the host of The Travel Channel’s hit series Bizarre Foods, has an extraordinarily well-earned reputation for traveling far and wide to seek out and sample anything and everything that’s consumed as food globally. Having eaten his way around the world over the course of four seasons of Bizarre Foods, Zimmern has now launched Bizarre Worlds, a new series on the Travel Channel, and this, his first book, a chronicle of his journeys as he not only tastes the “taboo treats” of the world, but delves deep into the cultures and lifestyles of locales.

Are you struggling to grow your business? No matter what your definition of success is, each one of us out there has the dream of being successful. Maybe you want to be an entrepreneur, speaker, coach, or writer. Maybe you just have the dream of making good, passive income. Book Launch reveals the proven approach that all the top experts and millionaires are using to become successful: writing your own best-selling book.

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.

Saloni Malhotra is miserable with her lonely and servile existence in Chicago, while her husband Dr. Manish Chawla is too selfish to be bothered about his wife’s happiness. It’s watching her sister’s closeness to her new husband that actually opens Saloni’s eyes to the lack in her life. Aarav Chopra hasn’t looked at another woman since he fell in love with the seventeen-year-old Saloni. The nine years in-between seem to disappear when he sets eyes on her again at her sister’s wedding. But this time round, his love stretches to include her son too, as Mitesh holds not just ...

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 ...

Are you looking for a way to make money through writing but don’t know where to start? Medium is a popular platform that allows writers to share their stories, ideas, and expertise with a vast audience, while also offering a monetization program to help you earn for your work I'm thrilled to share everything I've learned about growing and making money on Medium. I am here to tell you that it is possible to earn a decent side income. Even if you are a new writer. I'll provide you with all of the information you require on subsequent pages. Whether you're a complete beginner or someone who ...

Think about your career as a writer...How would you want to put out great songs out there, without having to hire a writer and still remain satisfied with the results? How would you help them recognize bad decisions so they could prevent the same choices in the future? What would you do if your songs didn't have this unique touch? This book can provide you with the tools to change all of that and give you a positive outlook on writing good songs in a short delay.

A secret treasure hidden deep within exists inside of each one of us. Our painful experiences are meant to serve a purpose. In fact, you can bring healing to others simply by sharing your experiences. The good news is that you are the expert of your own experience. You are the superhero of your trial. The truth is, nobody else can tell the story you've been commissioned to write. Find purpose in your pain and help others in the process! Not a writer? That's ok! My proven method works for all levels of writers. Writing that book is easier than you think. Find out how to dig out the gold ...

Alixander Dietrich knows a thing or two on public speaking. From being stricken with crippling stage-fright to delivering speeches for international competitions, universities, and corporations, he shares his speech-writing process in this crash course to assist beginner and veteran speakers alike!