Zen Writing

Frustrated by the never-ending cycle of incomplete books? Escape the hamster wheel of incomplete books and discover the key to planning a best-selling novel. Has your dream of authorship turned into a collection of half-finished manuscripts? Inspired by a great idea only to face burnout in the messy middle? Are you terrified by the evils of outlines? Christy Nicholas, a seasoned indie publishing expert, presents Part One of the "Extreme Planning for Authors" Series, Planning. a transformative guide designed to propel you from a wannabe to a skilled and confident writer. In Part One – ...

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You’ve likely heard the terms, “karma” and “meditation” before, but do you know what these words really mean? While some Buddhist principles have been popularized in the west, most people outside of Asia still know very little about Buddhism as a whole. Whether you’re seeking spiritual fulfillment, a new perspective on life, or simply want to add some healthy habits to your routine, you’re in the right place.

Tired of staring at a blank page, unsure where your story is headed? Break free from the frustration and discover the secrets to crafting compelling narratives that captivate readers from start to finish. In "Extreme Planning for Authors: Part Two – Writing," seasoned indie publishing expert Christy Nicholas continues her transformative series with a focus on the essential art of writing. If your dream of authorship has been hindered by the fear of the blank page or the uncertainty of plot development, this guide is your key to unlocking the creative flow. Nicholas, with over a decade of ...

This short book condenses the habits and techniques - your tools - that work most of the time for most of the people who write at work and want to be happier in all parts of their lives: nothing more, nothing less . It is also a true and accurate reflection of my 40 years of writing for business and of teaching writing at two prestigious universities and many professional societies and companies. You can trust that what I'm telling you will improve your abilities to communicate and think and make you more productive, promotable, and happy.

These adorable furballs embody the essence of Zen Buddhism - harmony of body and mind and living fully in the present moment. Kittens exemplify the Power of Meow with their simplicity, grace and blissful Buddha nature. Each feline Zen Master in this lovely volume will get you one step closer to enlightenment as you follow the Four-Pawed Path. If you are looking for calm, clarity, and insight into the teachings of Buddha, this is the purrrrfect book for you!

This work deals with those all-important book descriptions: how to come up with a clever and unique description, using key power words, how they help promote your cover, the length of your description, words to use and avoid, and more!