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Bestsellers
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The Power of Writing It Down
- A Simple Habit to Unlock Your Brain and Reimagine Your Life
- Written by: Allison Fallon
- Narrated by: Allison Fallon
- Length: 5 hrs and 59 mins
- Unabridged
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For anyone who's trying to make sense of their life, who wants to get unstuck from the patterns that hold them back, hear this incredible news: everything you need for the freedom you want is entirely within reach....
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It’s an ok book. Was it so difficult to not include politics.
- By Amazon Customer on 2022-02-10
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On Writing
- A Memoir of the Craft
- Written by: Stephen King
- Narrated by: Stephen King, Joe Hill, Owen King
- Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the writer’s craft, comprising the basic tools of the trade every writer must have....
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Packed with nothing
- By Amazon Customer on 2019-04-08
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How to Write Best-Selling Fiction
- Written by: James Scott Bell, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: James Scott Bell
- Length: 12 hrs and 38 mins
- Original Recording
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Most people think the way to write a best seller is to have a lot of talent and even more luck. As you will learn, there is a recipe for success, and luck may be the least important ingredient in creating a best seller....
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Inspiring
- By The Three Chicas on 2021-02-01
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Danse Macabre
- Written by: Stephen King
- Narrated by: Holter Graham
- Length: 18 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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In ten brilliantly written chapters, Stephen King delivers one colorful observation after another about the great stories, books, and films that comprise the horror genre—from Frankenstein and Dracula to The Exorcist, The Twilight Zone, and Earth vs. The Flying Saucers.
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How to Write One Song
- Loving the Things We Create and How They Love Us Back
- Written by: Jeff Tweedy
- Narrated by: Jeff Tweedy
- Length: 3 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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There are few creative acts more mysterious and magical than writing a song. But what if the goal wasn't so mysterious and was actually achievable for anyone who wants to experience more magic and creativity in their life? Listen to find out more....
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Decent
- By Amazon Customer on 2024-09-27
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The Science of Storytelling
- Written by: Will Storr
- Narrated by: James Clamp
- Length: 6 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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How do master storytellers compel us? There have been many attempts to understand what makes a good story, but few have used a scientific approach....
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way too long and boring. doesn't get to the point
- By Carsandgunns on 2023-05-28
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The Power of Writing It Down
- A Simple Habit to Unlock Your Brain and Reimagine Your Life
- Written by: Allison Fallon
- Narrated by: Allison Fallon
- Length: 5 hrs and 59 mins
- Unabridged
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For anyone who's trying to make sense of their life, who wants to get unstuck from the patterns that hold them back, hear this incredible news: everything you need for the freedom you want is entirely within reach....
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It’s an ok book. Was it so difficult to not include politics.
- By Amazon Customer on 2022-02-10
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On Writing
- A Memoir of the Craft
- Written by: Stephen King
- Narrated by: Stephen King, Joe Hill, Owen King
- Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the writer’s craft, comprising the basic tools of the trade every writer must have....
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Packed with nothing
- By Amazon Customer on 2019-04-08
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How to Write Best-Selling Fiction
- Written by: James Scott Bell, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: James Scott Bell
- Length: 12 hrs and 38 mins
- Original Recording
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Most people think the way to write a best seller is to have a lot of talent and even more luck. As you will learn, there is a recipe for success, and luck may be the least important ingredient in creating a best seller....
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Inspiring
- By The Three Chicas on 2021-02-01
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Danse Macabre
- Written by: Stephen King
- Narrated by: Holter Graham
- Length: 18 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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In ten brilliantly written chapters, Stephen King delivers one colorful observation after another about the great stories, books, and films that comprise the horror genre—from Frankenstein and Dracula to The Exorcist, The Twilight Zone, and Earth vs. The Flying Saucers.
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How to Write One Song
- Loving the Things We Create and How They Love Us Back
- Written by: Jeff Tweedy
- Narrated by: Jeff Tweedy
- Length: 3 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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There are few creative acts more mysterious and magical than writing a song. But what if the goal wasn't so mysterious and was actually achievable for anyone who wants to experience more magic and creativity in their life? Listen to find out more....
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Decent
- By Amazon Customer on 2024-09-27
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The Science of Storytelling
- Written by: Will Storr
- Narrated by: James Clamp
- Length: 6 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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How do master storytellers compel us? There have been many attempts to understand what makes a good story, but few have used a scientific approach....
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way too long and boring. doesn't get to the point
- By Carsandgunns on 2023-05-28
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The Art of Explanation
- How to Communicate with Clarity and Confidence
- Written by: Ros Atkins
- Narrated by: Ros Atkins
- Length: 7 hrs and 58 mins
- Unabridged
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BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral 'Ros Atkins on...' explainer videos, offers a practical and accessible guide to getting across complex information clearly....
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Writing Life Stories
- How to Make Memories into Memoirs, Ideas into Essays and Life into Literature
- Written by: Bill Roorbach
- Narrated by: John McLain
- Length: 11 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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From drawing a map of a remembered neighborhood to signing a form releasing yourself to take risks in your work, Roorbach offers innovative techniques that will trigger ideas for all writers....
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How to Write Evocative Poetry
- A Guidebook for Unlocking Creativity, Expressing Truth & Captivating Imagination
- Written by: Zachary Phillips
- Narrated by: Zachary Phillips
- Length: 3 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged
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Journey into the captivating world of poetic expression with renowned author and poet Zachary Phillips. Whether you are an aspiring poet or a seasoned writer looking to elevate your craft, this enlightening guide is your key to creating evocative, soul-stirring poetry....
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How to Write a Nonfiction Book and Publish It on Amazon
- A Complete Step-By-Step Beginner’s Guide to Writing and Publishing Your First Book—at Zero Cost
- Written by: Jerry Minchey
- Narrated by: Mike Steele
- Length: 4 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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This book shows you step-by-step how you can make it happen. It also shows you the simple steps to make your book a bestseller without spending a dime on ads....
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very good on details
- By Sandra on 2024-10-03
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September Letters
- Finding Strength and Connection in Sharing Our Stories
- Written by: Brittany Snow, Jaspre Guest
- Narrated by: Brittany Snow, Jaspre Guest, Shayna Small, and others
- Length: 4 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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An inspirational collection of letters, notes, and conversations among friends, celebrities, experts, and the September Letters community. A guide to help us clearly see that we are not alone, and that sharing your story is powerful and healing....
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Bird by Bird
- Some Instructions on Writing and Life
- Written by: Anne Lamott
- Narrated by: Anne Lamott
- Length: 6 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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An essential volume for generations of writers young and old. The twenty-fifth anniversary edition of this modern classic will continue to spark creative minds for years to come....
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A Gift
- By Amazon Customer on 2024-08-25
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Writing Down the Bones
- Written by: Natalie Goldberg
- Narrated by: Natalie Goldberg
- Length: 8 hrs and 50 mins
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Try these ingenious, Zen-based exercises to expand your writing skills - or just for fun....
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Apt Writer Advice to Better Appreciate the Process
- By Books by BJ Thompson ~ Weaving Words on Either Side of Cocktail Hour on 2019-04-19
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The Elements of Style
- Written by: William Strunk
- Narrated by: Charles Featherstone
- Length: 1 hr and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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"The Elements of Style" is an American English writing style guide in numerous editions. The original was written by William Strunk Jr. in 1918, and it was published by Harcourt in 1920.
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Social Media Success for Every Brand
- The Five StoryBrand Pillars That Turn Posts into Profits
- Written by: Claire Diaz-Ortiz, Donald Miller - foreword
- Narrated by: Jackie Dorman, Donald Miller - foreword
- Length: 4 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Apply the seven universal elements of powerful stories to dramatically improve how you connect with customers and grow your business through social media channels....
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It's a good one
- By Mr Harries on 2020-02-21
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Smart Brevity
- The Power of Saying More with Less
- Written by: Jim VandeHei, Mike Allen, Roy Schwartz
- Narrated by: Mark Chamberlin
- Length: 3 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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Axios co-founders Jim VandeHei, Mike Allen, and Roy Schwartz have created an essential guide for communicating effectively and efficiently using Smart Brevity—think Strunk and White’s Elements of Style for the digital age.
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The "Your Communication Skills Suck" book
- By Jon on 2024-04-22
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Get to the Point!
- Sharpen Your Message and Make Your Words Matter
- Written by: Joel Schwartzberg
- Narrated by: Jeff Hoyt
- Length: 1 hr and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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In Joel's Schwartzberg's 10-plus years as a strategic communications trainer, the biggest obstacle he's come across is that most speakers and writers don't have a point....
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well argued
- By Jamie on 2022-02-04
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Dark Alliance
- The CIA, the Contras, and the Crack Cocaine Explosion
- Written by: Gary Webb
- Narrated by: Christian Rummel
- Length: 20 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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In July 1995, San Jose Mercury-News reporter Gary Webb found the Big One - the blockbuster story every journalist secretly dreams about - without even looking for it....
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To long or To sporatic..... not sure which
- By Awesomeo on 2024-08-04
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Writing, Presenting, and Communicating with Confidence
- HBR Work Smart Series
- Written by: Harvard Business Review
- Narrated by: Danny Hughes
- Length: 3 hrs and 57 mins
- Unabridged
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Writing, speaking, and communicating with confidence can be intimidating. This book gives you the tools to stand out and deliver your message more successfully.
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True Story
- Murder, Memoir, Mea Culpa
- Written by: Michael Finkel
- Narrated by: Rich Orlow
- Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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True Story weaves a spellbinding tale of murder, love, deceit, and redemption, following Finkel's relentless pursuit of the shocking truth....
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Shocking
- By Roberta W on 2022-11-24
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If You Want to Write
- A Book about Art, Independence and Spirit
- Written by: Brenda Ueland
- Narrated by: Will Stauff
- Length: 3 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Feeling stifled by "shoulds" and yearning to find your authentic voice? Uncork your creativity with Brenda Ueland's timeless classic, "If You Want to Write." Originally published in 1938, this inspiring guide is more than just craft tips; it's a passionate manifesto for artistic independence.
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On Writing and Worldbuilding, Volume III
- Written by: Timothy Hickson
- Narrated by: Larissa Thompson, Merphy Napier
- Length: 9 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Writing guides are often full of 'tips' and 'tricks' either too broad to be useful, so specific they don't apply, or frustratingly vague. The On Writing and Worldbuilding series is here to change that.
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The Story Grid
- What Good Editors Know
- Written by: Shawn Coyne
- Narrated by: Dan Portnoy
- Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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The Story Grid breaks down the component parts of stories to identify the problems. And finding the problems in a story is almost as difficult as the writing of the story itself (maybe even more difficult)....
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Starts badly but catches up with good info
- By Matthew Taylor on 2024-04-02
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The Language of the Night
- Essays on Writing, Science Fiction, and Fantasy
- Written by: Ursula K. Le Guin
- Narrated by: Alyssa Bresnahan, Michael Crouch
- Length: 10 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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Featuring a new introduction by Ken Liu, this revised edition of Ursula K. Le Guin’s first full-length collection of essays covers her background as a writer and educator, her thoughts on writing, and her commentary on literary science fiction and fantasy and their future.
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Dear Writer
- Pep Talks & Practical Advice for the Creative Life
- Written by: Maggie Smith
- Narrated by: Maggie Smith
- Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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Drawing from her twenty years of teaching experience and her bestselling Substack newsletter, For Dear Life, Maggie Smith breaks down creativity into ten essential elements: attention, wonder, vision, play, surprise, vulnerability, restlessness, tenacity, connection, and hope.
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- Substance, Structure, Style, and the Principles of Screenwriting
- Written by: Robert McKee
- Narrated by: Robert McKee
- Length: 6 hrs and 12 mins
- Abridged
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Robert McKee's screenwriting workshops have earned him an international reputation for inspiring novices, refining works in progress, and putting major screenwriting careers back on track....
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Very informative
- By elc on 2023-10-22
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The Ultimate Sales Letter, 4th Edition
- Attract New Customers, Boost Your Sales
- Written by: Dan S. Kennedy
- Narrated by: Matt Cartsonis
- Length: 4 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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In this new edition of his top-selling work, author Dan Kennedy explains why some sales letters work and most don't. And he shows how to write copy that any business can use....
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Story Solution
- 23 Actions All Great Heroes Must Take
- Written by: Eric Edson
- Narrated by: Eric Edson
- Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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Eric Edson has developed a new tool for bringing depth and passion to any screenplay or novel - the 23 Actions All Great Heroes Must Take. It's an easy-to-understand paradigm that provides writers and filmmakers the interconnecting, powerful storytelling elements they need....
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The Elements of Style (Recorded Books Edition)
- Written by: William Strunk Jr., E. B. White
- Narrated by: Frank McCourt
- Length: 4 hrs
- Unabridged
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The Elements of Style has long been a valued and beloved resource for all writers....
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Drunk
- By Josh mclean on 2023-01-17
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Say It Well
- Find Your Voice, Speak Your Mind, Inspire Any Audience
- Written by: Terry Szuplat
- Narrated by: Sean Patrick Hopkins
- Length: 9 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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One of Barack Obama’s longest-serving speechwriters reveals the public speaking lessons that will help you become a more confident and compelling communicator and leader.
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Writing, Presenting, and Communicating with Confidence
- HBR Work Smart Series
- Written by: Harvard Business Review
- Narrated by: Danny Hughes
- Length: 3 hrs and 57 mins
- Unabridged
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Writing, speaking, and communicating with confidence can be intimidating. This book gives you the tools to stand out and deliver your message more successfully.
Written by: Harvard Business Review
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Seven Secrets to the Perfect Personal Essay
- Crafting the Story Only You Could Write
- Written by: Nancy Slonim Aronie
- Narrated by: Morgan Hallett
- Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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Everyone has a story, and helping people tell their stories has been Nancy Slonim Aronie’s life mission. Building on her acclaimed Memoir as Medicine, this new guide tackles the short personal essay. With warmth and humor, Nancy provides prompts, inspiration, and hard-won wisdom to empower you to write an unforgettable narrative. You’ll learn to begin with an irresistible hook (“kill ’em with the first line”) and employ compelling direct quotes, drama, vulnerability, universal themes, and self-reflection to get readers into your corner.
Written by: Nancy Slonim Aronie
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Charlie N. Holmberg's Book of Magic
- The Ultimate Fantasy Author's Guide to Magic Systems
- Written by: Charlie N. Holmberg
- Narrated by: Angela Dawe
- Length: 1 hr and 46 mins
- Unabridged
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Whether using magic as flavor or as an essential piece of plot, this book will guide fantasy authors, from new to experienced, through the delicate layers of creating, utilizing, and mastering magic systems. With workshops, work pages, and reference materials included, this succinct one-and-done guide to crafting the magical elements of the fantasy genre is a must-have for speculative fiction authors.
Written by: Charlie N. Holmberg
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In It Together
- Written by: Janci Patterson
- Narrated by: Lisa Larsen
- Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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Ever thought about entering into a collaboration, but felt unsure how to navigate the process? Are you already working with a co-writer... but things aren't going as well as you'd like? New York Times bestselling co-author Janci Patterson will walk you through the steps of successful collaboration—from drafting a contract to promoting your book and everything in between. In It Together provides principles to guide your collaboration and detailed, practical advice for writing your project with a partner—without driving yourself crazy in the process.
Written by: Janci Patterson
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Self Publishing to Amazon KDP In 2024
- A Beginners Guide to Selling E-books, Audiobooks and Paperbacks on Amazon, Audible and Beyond
- Written by: Brian Chesson
- Narrated by: Daniel Jones
- Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
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Ready to transform your writing into revenue on Amazon KDP? Eager to learn the secrets of turning self-published success into steady income? Excited to explore the potential of your passion project as a profitable endeavor? In the evolving landscape of digital publishing, the power to share your story with the world has never been more accessible. Self-Publishing to Amazon KDP in 2024 is your comprehensive guide to harnessing this power, guiding you through every step of the self-publishing process.
Written by: Brian Chesson
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Aapki Apni Kitaab: Kaise Likhen Kaise Chhapen [How to Write and Publish Your Own Book]
- Written by: Priyanka Aabhas
- Narrated by: Rajeev Saxena
- Length: 29 mins
- Unabridged
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There was a time when getting a Book Published was like a Dream for many people. It used to take a long time for a book to go from being written to being Printed, Bound, and Published. But now, with the advent of new technology, things have changed completely. Earlier, it was solely up to the publisher to decide whether a book was fit to be published or not. Now there are many other means of getting the Book Published. That means publishers are still present. But now you can also publish your own book.
Written by: Priyanka Aabhas
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Writing, Presenting, and Communicating with Confidence
- HBR Work Smart Series
- Written by: Harvard Business Review
- Narrated by: Danny Hughes
- Length: 3 hrs and 57 mins
- Unabridged
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Writing, speaking, and communicating with confidence can be intimidating. This book gives you the tools to stand out and deliver your message more successfully.
Written by: Harvard Business Review
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Seven Secrets to the Perfect Personal Essay
- Crafting the Story Only You Could Write
- Written by: Nancy Slonim Aronie
- Narrated by: Morgan Hallett
- Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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Everyone has a story, and helping people tell their stories has been Nancy Slonim Aronie’s life mission. Building on her acclaimed Memoir as Medicine, this new guide tackles the short personal essay. With warmth and humor, Nancy provides prompts, inspiration, and hard-won wisdom to empower you to write an unforgettable narrative. You’ll learn to begin with an irresistible hook (“kill ’em with the first line”) and employ compelling direct quotes, drama, vulnerability, universal themes, and self-reflection to get readers into your corner.
Written by: Nancy Slonim Aronie
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Charlie N. Holmberg's Book of Magic
- The Ultimate Fantasy Author's Guide to Magic Systems
- Written by: Charlie N. Holmberg
- Narrated by: Angela Dawe
- Length: 1 hr and 46 mins
- Unabridged
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Whether using magic as flavor or as an essential piece of plot, this book will guide fantasy authors, from new to experienced, through the delicate layers of creating, utilizing, and mastering magic systems. With workshops, work pages, and reference materials included, this succinct one-and-done guide to crafting the magical elements of the fantasy genre is a must-have for speculative fiction authors.
Written by: Charlie N. Holmberg
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In It Together
- Written by: Janci Patterson
- Narrated by: Lisa Larsen
- Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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Ever thought about entering into a collaboration, but felt unsure how to navigate the process? Are you already working with a co-writer... but things aren't going as well as you'd like? New York Times bestselling co-author Janci Patterson will walk you through the steps of successful collaboration—from drafting a contract to promoting your book and everything in between. In It Together provides principles to guide your collaboration and detailed, practical advice for writing your project with a partner—without driving yourself crazy in the process.
Written by: Janci Patterson
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Self Publishing to Amazon KDP In 2024
- A Beginners Guide to Selling E-books, Audiobooks and Paperbacks on Amazon, Audible and Beyond
- Written by: Brian Chesson
- Narrated by: Daniel Jones
- Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
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Ready to transform your writing into revenue on Amazon KDP? Eager to learn the secrets of turning self-published success into steady income? Excited to explore the potential of your passion project as a profitable endeavor? In the evolving landscape of digital publishing, the power to share your story with the world has never been more accessible. Self-Publishing to Amazon KDP in 2024 is your comprehensive guide to harnessing this power, guiding you through every step of the self-publishing process.
Written by: Brian Chesson
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Aapki Apni Kitaab: Kaise Likhen Kaise Chhapen [How to Write and Publish Your Own Book]
- Written by: Priyanka Aabhas
- Narrated by: Rajeev Saxena
- Length: 29 mins
- Unabridged
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There was a time when getting a Book Published was like a Dream for many people. It used to take a long time for a book to go from being written to being Printed, Bound, and Published. But now, with the advent of new technology, things have changed completely. Earlier, it was solely up to the publisher to decide whether a book was fit to be published or not. Now there are many other means of getting the Book Published. That means publishers are still present. But now you can also publish your own book.
Written by: Priyanka Aabhas