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Have you ever heard a writer say: "Don’t worry about the slow beginning; my real story gets going at around page 30…" or something similar to that phrase? Are you dreading the first five pages? Read all the how to books but can’t seem to figure out your beginning? You need answers and fast. Got fifteen minutes? What about ten? Find out what you’re doing wrong and what you’re doing right. In this book we raise questions that you should consider.

Have thirty minutes? That's all you need... Requirements are: a notebook, a pencil, and a functioning brain. Writing is your dream career. We know exactly how you feel. Hand cramps are well worth it when you're spending several months fleshing out an amazing story. Therefore fast, simple editing is what you seek.

You like creating your own stories. And scenes are what drives your novel towards the right path; however they are also one of the most difficult things to write. We've all been there. Trust me, you're not alone. But because of your difficulty with fleshing out scenes, you tend to get stuck and resort to yahoo answers, or worse, stop writing altogether.

To tell or not to tell, that is the ultimate question... Writing a novel is all about showing the reader things they've never seen before. And since there is no movie screen, the only way to do this is through imagination and lots of it. This book includes places and location, actions, seasons and weather, and more. Remember, give your reader the pieces and let them put it together inside their head.

Characters are the soul of your novel. This is why you need to make them memorable. The authors of this novel have done research so you don't have to. This book includes dialogue (what not to do and how to make the characters distinguishable), how to do background stories (what draws readers in and what makes them turn the pages), physical appearance (not everyone should look the same, adding diversity makes your story believable).... and so much more.

Please don't keep that headache of yours. It isn't going to help you, and it probably will not be kind to your health. So, instead of taking Advil, listen to Wedding on a Budget. It's worth it, and it's cheap!

The essentials of dialogue truly depend on taste and voice. However unnatural dialogue can prevent readers from enjoying a story. This is a simple, useful audiobook. You can listen to it while you're walking your dog, brushing your hair, or even getting ready for a date.

Think of the synopsis like an elevator pitch. You have only a few minutes, a one-time opportunity to sell your novel idea. Agents and publishers have busy days. Get it right the first time and you will see results.

Is your exposition up to par? Exposition exists to deepen your audience's understanding of the world in which your story takes place. It also provides readers additional information about the events of your story, such as explanation of necessary background information.

Let me guess: you have everything about the writing art pretty much mastered except one of the most important skills--infusing emotional impact in your writing. You enjoy seeing your characters change and grow, and you love the story you've created, but your beta readers or editor can't seem to feel much emotion for them. Been there, done that. We're in the same boat, so you're not alone.

Whether you’re writing science fiction, historical friction or a crime novel, you want to write a story that will draw readers in - that will engage them. We’re talking about writing realistic fiction or fiction that is at least entertaining enough that the reader will be willing to suspend disbelief. So how do you write a story that feels real to the reader? Research is the answer your looking for.

Think: creativity on a whole new high - bursts of colorful imagery, radiant characters, and interesting dilemmas all thrown into a very short story! Then that twist ending, shining a light so bright, blinding your readers with awesomeness and, best of all, yourself....

The definition of the word "imagine" is compelling. Imagination can induce you into a hypnotic trance, making you forget your own reality. In order to imagine a fictional world, you have to leave your rational brain and reach into your unconscious right brain. Listen to this audiobook to discover how.

Query Perfection: Revealed! The ultimate guide to query perfection for your letter. Master the art and uncover the truth behind why most queries are thrown in the trash by agents. This Query Perfection audiobook will cover how to format a query letter; it also covers what you can say to draw in both your readers and query agents. Best of all, Query Perfection is short, sweet, and to the point.

Say it isn't so! You are coming to the end of your novel...DUN, dun, dunnnnn...and now you have no idea what to write or what to do. How are you going to wrap up those loose ends in time (before the deadline of your debut novel)? I mean, brainstorming doesn't seem to work; inspiration from similar novels and the support of fellow authors doesn't seem to work. What, oh what, can a serious writer do in order to get the job done?

You just came up with a great story for a mystery/crime novel, but there's a problem: You don't know how to plant clues in your story. And after hours upon hours of Googling "how to hide clues in a detective novel", your results end up as zilch, zero, nada!

Some writers like to draw from raw material, others like an outline. Even if you're not sure what you want yet, it's a bonus to read this book. Many writers start off great but then halfway through they get writer's block. NOT COOL. Then what? What do they have as a reference? So the manuscript gets put away for months, sometimes even years all because they didn't have an outline.

Voice is what makes you, you. It's identifiable, easily remembered, and most importantly, it is why readers keep reading your book. Other than the amazing characters you've created, plot, and more... voice is what you need to develop. Voice is what is distinctly yours and no one can take that away from you. No one!

Passionate reporter Irving Michaels was recently sent on a mandatory vacation by his boss. Irving gladly accepts only because he has a throbbing headache that just wouldn't go away. After doing everything he can to get rid of it, Irving ends up going to the most dreaded place: The hospital. During his wait for the doctor he meets several patients who show him the truth about what really goes on in the hospital.

What Are You Waiting For? Own our all in one (version 3) with four of our recent books packaged. Uncover The Secrets To Overcoming Witer’s Block. A variety of things can cause a writer to experience anxiety, and oftentimes this anxiety leads to writer's block. A solution can be found by taking charge of the way you write and when you write.