Writing & Publishing

Read by the author. When you apply the StoryBrand framework your brand will stand out. Developing that framework to clarify your message and grow your business is about to get a whole lot simpler. . . Since the original publication of Building a StoryBrand, over one million business leaders have...

36 ways to improve your writing Two writers show you how to turn a worthy sentence into a memorable one. Starting where The Elements of Style leaves off, Good Writing can improve your book, your essay, your memo, your blog post, speech, or script. These essential rules for persuasive language...

After making his debut in The Killing Floor, Jack Reacher has quickly become one of the most popular―and most enduring―fictional heroes to emerge in the past half century. Now, his creator tells the stories behind the stories.

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF WRITING with fresh testimonials from fellow writers about why they love Stephen King and On Writing—and a few new words on the joy of writing from King himself. *ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE’S TOP 100 NONFICTION BOOKS OF ALL TIME* Immensely helpful and illuminating to any...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 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. Anne Lamott is "a warm, generous, and hilarious guide through the writer’s world and...

Brevity is confidence. Length is fear. This is the guiding principle of Smart Brevity, a communication formula built by Axios journalists to prioritize essential news and information, explain its impact and deliver it in a concise and visual format. In this revised and updated edition, the...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY NPR, TIME, OPRAH DAILY, KIRKUS REVIEWS, GOODREADS, AND MORE “Brilliant…A high-spirited, exhilarating memoir.” —The Wall Street Journal “In Joyride, the takeaway often has as much to do with the art of living as the art of...

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....

We see notebooks everywhere we go. But where did these indispensable implements come from? In this wide-ranging history, Roland Allen reveals how the notebook became our most dependable and versatile tool for creative thinking.

The first novel-writing guide from the best-selling Save the Cat! story-structure series, which reveals the 15 essential plot points needed to make any novel a success. Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat!...

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....

This compelling #1 New York Times bestseller examines the legacy of slavery in America—and how both history and memory continue to shape our everyday lives. Beginning in his hometown of New Orleans, Clint Smith leads the reader on an unforgettable tour of monuments and landmarks—those that...

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....

Two must-have classics together in one volume, On Writing Well and How to Write a Memoir, from acclaimed writer, editor, and scholar William Zinsser ""On Writing Well is a bible for a generation of writers looking for clues to clean, compelling prose."" –New York Times On Writing Well, which...

“Mary Oliver would probably never admit to anything so grandiose as an effort to connect the conscious mind and the heart (that’s what she says poetry can do), but that is exactly what she accomplishes in this stunning little handbook.”—Los Angeles Times From the beloved, legendary poet...

Experience a modern classic on writing as you've never heard it before. With nearly one million copies of Writing Down the Bones in print, Natalie Goldberg has helped change the way writing is practiced in homes, schools, and workshops across America. Through her heartfelt personal reflections...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER The ultimate guide to writing a great screenplay and building a screenwriting career, from the creators of the hit podcast Scriptnotes—featuring contributions from film and TV legends Christopher Nolan, Greta Gerwig, Michael Schur, Rian Johnson, Aline Brosh McKenna...

The study of sexual physiology has been a paying career or a diverting sideline for scientists as far-ranging as Leonardo da Vinci and James Watson....

50th Anniversary Edition—With a new foreword on what Watergate means today. “The work that brought down a presidency...perhaps the most influential piece of journalism in history” (Time)—from the #1 New York Times bestselling authors of The Final Days. The most devastating political...

This guide reveals how writers can utilize cognitive storytelling strategies to craft stories that ignite readers’ brains and captivate them through each plot element. Imagine knowing what the brain craves from every tale it encounters, what fuels the success of any great story, and what keeps...

NOW AVAILABLE ON AUDIO! Before he gave us the “one of a kind classic” (The Wall Street Journal) memoir On Writing, Stephen King wrote a nonfiction masterpiece in Danse Macabre, “one of the best books on American popular culture” (Philadelphia Inquirer). From the author of dozens of #1...

The Elements of Style has long been a valued and beloved resource for all writers....

A practical and accessible guide to getting across complex information clearly, by BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral 'Ros Atkins on...' explainer videos. Explanation - conveying meaning - is an art. And the BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral...

Following on the heels of Lisa Cron's breakout first book, Wired for Story, this writing guide reveals how to use cognitive storytelling strategies to build a scene-by-scene blueprint for a riveting story. It’s every novelist’s greatest fear: pouring their blood, sweat, and tears into...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER An accessible and inspirational guide to bringing the art and creativity of songwriting into your life, from the Grammy-winning cofounder of Wilco and Uncle Tupelo There are few creative acts more mysterious and magical than writing a song. But what if the goal...

36 ways to improve your writing Two writers show you how to turn a worthy sentence into a memorable one. Starting where The Elements of Style leaves off, Good Writing can improve your book, your essay, your memo, your blog post, speech, or script. These essential rules for persuasive language...

If you listen to nothing else on communication, listen to this book. We've chosen a new selection of current and classic Harvard Business Review articles that will help you speak more authentically, express your ideas with clarity and impact, and win over your audience. This book will inspire you to ask better questions to get more out of every discussion; listen for emotions and cues, not just facts; use visuals persuasively and effectively; sharpen your business writing to ensure your message sticks; and manage negative emotions during stressful conversations.

Is Structure the Hidden Foundation of All Successful Stories? Why do some stories work and others don’t? The answer is structure. In the 10-year anniversary edition of this beloved writing guide, you will discover the universal underpinnings that guarantee powerful plot and character arcs. An understanding of proper story and scene structure will help you to not only perfectly time your story’s major events, but will also provide you with an unerring standard to use in evaluating your novel’s pacing and progression.

This live workshop recording by writer, poet, and teacher Natalie Goldberg includes new writing exercises and support for writers, plus groundbreaking advice on structure, not addressed in her best-selling books Writing Down the Bones and Wild Mind. “You create the universe,” she says. Also included, Natalie reads the introduction to her book Long Quiet Highway.

'The most honest account of addiction I have read. This is an invaluable book'. – Tony Adams. 'I've known the Secret Drug Addict for many years and there is no one better to write about addiction. A must read'. – Neville Southall. What is an addict? Who is susceptible, and why? How can I...

The House That Joy Built is about how to give ourselves permission to be creative. It explores all the big fears that can block our creativity, and the permission we can meet those fears with – not simply to create, but to revel in the life-changing wonder and joy of doing so. It offers a jump-start for anyone whose desire to create is ruled by fear. In lyrical, inspirational prose, Holly Ringland examines her own sometimes difficult journey to a successful writing career and offers a wealth of encouragement for anyone who wants to unlock their imagination.

Over the past 6 years, Nicolas Cole has ghostwritten for more than 300 different industry leaders, C-Suite executives, founders of Silicon Valley startups, venture capitalists, and even Olympic athletes, Grammy-winning musicians, and New York Times bestselling authors. In 2017, Cole founded the first ghostwriting agency specializing in opinion articles online, and to date has ghostwritten more than 3,000 articles (under other people's names).

After decades of writing award-winning books on subjects ranging from poetry to art to liturgical seasons, celebrated author Marilyn McEntyre turns her attention to the vocation that has shaped her life. Start with a Word: On the Craft and Adventure of Writing is a literary masterclass that eschews drills and formulas in favor of close readings and refreshingly playful advice.

Making Your Story Better is the subject of this original audio workshop. Michael Hauge and Christopher Vogler, two superstar screenwriting teachers, conduct a point/counterpoint discussion of what makes a great story tick, presenting their unique approaches to story structure, character arc, and how to give your story greater commercial appeal.

Your book was written to change lives, not to collect dust. If you are a nonfiction author, memoirist, or thought leader, you did not write your book just to lose visibility in Amazon’s search results shortly after launch. You wrote it because you have a mission. But for many authors, the "post-launch slump" is real. The initial excitement fades, sales plateau, and you’re left feeling like you have to choose between becoming a high-pressure salesperson or letting your message disappear. There is a third way. In Promote Your Purpose, award-winning author and publishing strategist Jenn T....

You don’t just want a book. You want a book that builds your brand, attracts clients, and grows your business. Most nonfiction authors stop at “published.” But smart authors (entrepreneurs, coaches, consultants, and experts) know that book publishing is only the beginning. Your book can do far more than sit on a shelf. It can build your authority, attract clients, and scale your business… if you understand book marketing, publishing, and how to position a book strategically. In Publish. Promote. Monetize, bestselling author and publisher H.J. Chammas reveals the proven system that ...

Publishing a book used to require literary agents, publishing contracts, and years of waiting. Today, anyone with an idea, story, or creative project can turn their work into a real book available to readers around the world. How to Self-Publish Your Book is a practical, beginner-friendly guide that walks you through the entire process of publishing your own book independently—from your first idea to a finished book readers can buy online. Whether you are a writer, teacher, illustrator, designer, or creative hobbyist, this book explains the publishing process in clear, simple language so ...

You wrote a book. Now what? You're staring at the 200-page masterpiece you banged out on your laptop. Your "baby" that you have agonized over. Rethought. Revised. Reframed.

AI Prompt Writing Handbook Artificial Intelligence is changing how the world works. But there is one critical skill most people still don’t understand: How to communicate effectively with AI. The difference between weak results and powerful AI output often comes down to one thing — the prompt. The AI Prompt Writing Handbook is a practical step-by-step guide that teaches you how to write powerful prompts for today’s most important AI tools: • ChatGPT • Gemini • Microsoft Copilot • Claude • Perplexity • Midjourney • Grok Instead of vague theory, this book shows you exactly...

Launch Your First Successful Romance Novel Most first books disappear quietly on Amazon. Not because the writing is bad. But because the launch is unfocused. If you’re publishing your first romance novel, this guide will show you how to give it a genuine chance of success - even if you don’t have an audience, a mailing list, or money for ads. Instead of guessing how Amazon works, you’ll learn how to launch strategically so your book can climb the charts and reach readers in your genre. I’m a professional romance ghostwriter who has written over 100 books, including titles that have ...

Persevere in Your Writing A Practical Guide to Writer’s Block, Rejection, Perfectionism, and Long-Term Writing Motivation Does writing feel heavier than it used to? Many writers don’t quit because they lack talent. They quit because they get worn down—by rejection, writer’s block, creative burnout, and the relentless Inner Critic insisting they’re not good enough. Persevere in Your Writing is a practical guide to overcoming writer’s block, rebuilding writing motivation, and developing the discipline and mindset needed to finish your book and sustain a long-term writing career. ...

Stop relaunching your book after the reset. Start building a distribution system that compounds - continiously. Your book is not failing. It is being shared in ways the publishing system cannot honor. It moves through text threads, quiet recommendations, borrowed copies, and forwarded files, then comes back to you as silence. This book shows you how to end that loop. Stop Marketing Your Book: Build a Living Distribution System that Credits Every Share is a practical guide for the nonfiction author who wants real word of mouth, an author-owned audience, and a weekly baseline that holds, ...

¿Cuántos libros llevas empezados en tu disco duro? El 97% de escritores que empiezan un libro nunca lo terminan. No porque les falte talento. Porque les falta sistema. El Escritor Sin Excusas es la guía práctica del Método SAPERE: el sistema de escritura y publicación que Rais Busom ha usado para acompañar a decenas de escritores desde la idea hasta la publicación en Amazon KDP. 6 pilares. Un proceso. Sin rodeos. S — Sistema: Entiende por qué tu proceso actual no funciona y cómo construir uno que sí lo haga. A — Acelerado: La Velocidad Mínima Viable de Publicación: cómo ...

Stop Talking About Writing a Book. Start Finishing One. Most people say they want to write a book. They talk about it for years. They outline it. They wait for the perfect idea, the perfect time, or the perfect confidence. Few ever finish. And even fewer understand that writing the book is only half the journey. The Author’s Playbook: Writing, Publishing, and Selling Books in the Modern Age is a practical roadmap for turning ideas into finished manuscripts—and finished manuscripts into real opportunities. Written by an award-winning author who has published more than a dozen books—...

You are tired of launch spikes that vanish. You wrote a real nonfiction book, not a content pamphlet. You launched it, pushed it up the hill, watched the spike, then felt gravity pull it back down. If you have been stuck in that loop, this manifesto is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself and start naming the real problem. Most books do not die because they are not valuable. They fade because they were built like products rather than carriers. From Shelves to Swarms is a Viral Sharing Declaration and a founding document for The Living Book Movement. It names the enemy pattern, ...

Master the Art of Editing: Refine Your Story Like a Pro Unlock the secrets to transforming your draft into a polished, compelling story. This guide takes you step by step through the editing process, showing you how to identify weak spots, strengthen your narrative, sharpen your characters, and elevate your prose—without losing the unique voice that makes your story yours. Whether you’re tackling plot holes, pacing issues, dialogue that falls flat, or structural inconsistencies, this book equips you with practical techniques, checklists, and insider tips used by professional writers. ...

AI can help you write faster, but it cannot make your writing feel real. That part still belongs to you. Keep It Human is a calm, practical guide for writers who want to use AI without losing their voice. Instead of chasing trends or relying on prompt hacks, this book shows you how to shape drafts into clear, natural writing through structure, editing, rhythm, and perspective. If your writing feels polished but distant, this book will help you reconnect with the human side of the process. Inside this guide you will learn how to: • turn AI drafts into natural sounding writing without ...

This delightful workshop by Christopher Vogler, author of The Writer's Journey, was recorded live at a Writers' League of Texas seminar. It covers how you can use the myths and fairytales that link us all to give your story more oomph. Get ready to laugh while you learn because the speaker is a natural storyteller and a witty observer of life. Whether you're creating a screenplay, a novel, a play, a computer game, a puppet show or just an entry in your journal, your story will be richer, it will touch more people and it will have more meaning and depth after you listen to Chris Vogler's talk.

The 5 Minute Kickstart is a practical, no-fluff guide designed for people who want results now. Instead of overwhelming plans or unrealistic routines, this book shows you how to break through procrastination using a simple five-minute rule that gets your brain moving and your momentum flowing.

Em O Livro Secreto do Escritor, você será convidado a: mergulhar nos bastidores da literatura ao marketing digital; fazer exercícios para traçar sua personalidade na escrita e marca pessoal; entender como funciona a lista dos mais vendidos; todas as etapas da produção de um livro, leitura crítica, direito autoral, caminhos da publicação e como distribuir e divulgar o livro no Brasil e no exterior.