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Betrayal. Enslavement. Redemption. Experience the story of Exodus like never before! Joseph, son of Jacob, is dead. His children – the people of Israel, are enslaved at the hands of the Egyptian pharaohs, beaten and oppressed. A single child is saved by his mother, given to the river for protection. He is found by the most unlikely of people – and grows to become the savior of the chosen people. From exile, kinghood, the Plagues all the way through to the Promised Land, Exodus Age is a retelling of the age-old history of Moses and his people through Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and ...

Would you like to write a non-fiction book that readers love? There's an art and science to writing a non-fiction book that excites your readers and which earns you money. My name is Bryan Collins, I'm an author from Ireland, and I've published a number of popular non-fiction books. In this detailed, yet practical writing book, I explain all you need to know about writing your non-fiction book, step-by-step.

Write Your Book on the Side will show you how to write your first nonfiction Kindle book while you're working a full-time job, even if you've never written a book before. You'll learn how to come up with a winning topic, how to choose the right title, and how to publish your book in 10 easy steps.

This booklet from Carolyn Howard-Johnson, a UCLA Extension Writers' Program instructor for nearly a decade, helps authors love the project they most love to hate - writing a book proposal. She has taken the guessing out of the book proposal process. Now, there is no need to take expensive, time-consuming classes or spend hours reading a tome to find the voice and format that will propel an author's idea from a dream to reality.

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. ...

After a hiatus to allow his damaged shoulder to heal, Patrick Moses is put in charge of an investigation into the lynching murder of a young black boy. No one in the mostly-Irish section of town knows anything; Chicago's black community is horrified. The same day, Moses receives news from his former home at Holy Trinity Orphanage that a young female resident has disappeared. Fear is she has been abducted. The aldermen John Coughlin and Hinky Dink Kenna return to the precinct to complain about the murder of Albert Butross, the owner of Lustland, a prominent brothel. The alleged killer, a ...

Discover inside secrets to writing and publishing a book fast. It doesn't matter if you want to write a novel or a non-fiction book: Garrett Pierson's tools and strategies will guide you step by step. There are many mind-boggling and complicated ways of writing a book at our disposal. This is not one of those. In fact, this book is perfect for someone who wants a simple, flexible, and streamlined approach to start, write, and complete a book fast.

Introducing "Write Your First Book in 30 Days," a comprehensive guide to help aspiring authors start their writing journey. Within the pages of this easy to read book, you will discover a wealth of knowledge, practical techniques, and expert guidance to help you navigate the intricate process of writing your first book. Unleash your creativity as you explore the depths of your imagination and learn how to generate compelling story ideas that will captivate readers. With step-by-step strategies and insightful exercises, you will craft a well-structured plot and develop vibrant characters ...

This funny picture book is all about cartoon animals getting into trouble. Where are they going? What are they doing? Only you can guess. Each picture is a stand-alone funny scene with simple sentences mixed with silly humor. This book is for early readers through second grade.

What if I told you you could write and publish your first novel in 90 days? All you have to do is ignore conventional wisdom and follow this book’s proven steps and techniques. In this book, best-selling author Jerry Minchey shows you his easy-to-implement, proven techniques for writing your first novel.

Self-Published Millionaire is a step-by-step breakdown of Joseph’s unbelievably effective writing and publishing process, and teaches you hundreds of skills, techniques, and secrets you can use to leverage your success on Amazon KDP, iBooks, Kobo, and beyond....You’ll master every stage of the writing process, from planning and writing, to publishing and marketing, to email automation and outsourcing. Every chapter is jam-packed meaningful insights that will help you dominate your writing niche.

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,...

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 ...

Establish Your Voice and Boost Your Brand with a Book In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, professionalism, and coaching, one powerful tool can transform your journey: the written word. "Boost Your Brand with a Book" is your roadmap to leveraging the unparalleled impact of writing to establish yourself as a leading voice in your field and elevate your brand to new levels of success. This insightful book reveals the secrets of crafting a compelling book that not only resonates with your audience but also serves as a potent catalyst for enhancing your brand's reputation and reach. Key...

Starting in the 1600s, French settlers migrate to northeastern America, to a land called Acadia. They quickly become pawns, caught between two superpowers—the French and the English. After several generations in America, they evolve into Acadians and no longer consider themselves French. In 1755, their worst fears are realized. They are evicted from their beloved Acadia—a clear case of ethnic cleansing with all the brutality that term implies. Scattered to the four winds, they struggle to survive. A large group eventually settles in Louisiana and gives rise to the Cajuns. Others find ...

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!

I started my YouTube Channel in 2018. Back then there were no reels, no TikTok, and barely any podcasts. People think you can just pick up your phone and become a STAR. This is partially true. However once behind the content, there is a whole different world. Here are 48 facts and hacks I wish someone told me before I started!!! Get ready and Enjoy.

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 ...

Do you want to write historical fiction? Join Meredith Allard, the executive editor of The Copperfield Review, the award-winning literary journal for readers and writers of historical fiction, as she shares tips and tricks for creating believable historical worlds through targeted research and a vivid imagination. Give in to your daydreams. Do the work. Let your creativity loose into the world so you can share your love of history and your passion for the written word with others.

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 ...