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Do your sentences fail to sound the way you want? Are they lackluster, with flat characters and settings? Is your prose full of bad habits and crutches? In The Anatomy of Prose, you’ll discover: A step-by-step guide to creating descriptions that sing The key to crafting character emotions that will hook a reader How to harness all five senses to make your stories come alive, deepening your reader's experience Tips and tricks for balancing details at the sentence level Methods for strengthening each sentence through strategic word choice, rhythm and flow Dozens of literary devices, and how to utilize them to give your prose power Tactics for differentiating characters in dialogue as well as...
Do your characters fail to bring your story to life? Are they flat, boring or have no depth? Is your story lacking a little cohesion or sparkle? In 8 Steps to Side Characters: How to Craft Supporting Roles with Intention, Purpose, and Power, Sacha Black showed writers how to breathe life into their characters in an easy to follow and humorous, step-by-step guide. This workbook puts those lessons to use by building on each chapter in textbook, and guiding you through the development of your characters. Inside the workbook you’ll find hundreds of thought provoking questions, exercises and creativity boosting prompts. This resource will help you: + Create side characters from the ground up th...
Do your sentences fail to sound the way you want? Are they lackluster, with flat characters and settings? Is your prose full of bad habits and crutches? The Anatomy of Prose: 12 Steps to Sensational Sentences, by Sacha Black, showed writers how to polish their prose to perfection in an easy and humorous, step-by-step guide. This workbook puts those lessons to use by building on each chapter in The Anatomy of Prose, guiding you through the development of your sentence-level craft. Inside the workbook you’ll find hundreds of thought provoking questions, exercises and creativity boosting prompts. This resource will help you: + Create descriptions that sing + Craft character emotions that will...
Are you ready to take control of your writing career and start earning more income from your books? If so, becoming a hybrid author may be the perfect solution for you. With hybrid publishing, you can take advantage of the best of both publishing paths, such as greater creative control, higher royalty rates, and the ability to release your books on your own schedule. In this comprehensive guide, you’ll: • Discover the key differences between self-publishing, independent publishing, and traditional publishing. • Learn how to choose the right publishing options for your books to maximize your income. • Navigate the world of hybrid publishing and transition from traditional or independent publishing. • Get practical tips and advice for starting and growing your career as a hybrid author. Whether you're coming from traditional or independent publishing, this guide will give you the tools you need to become a successful hybrid author. It’s time to start your hybrid author journey today.
From cardboard cut-out to superhero in 10 steps. Are you fed up of one-dimensional heroes? Frustrated with creating clones? Does your protagonist fail to capture your reader’s heart? In 10 Steps To Hero, you’ll discover: + How to develop a killer character arc + A step-by-step guide to creating your hero from initial concept to final page + Why the web of story connectivity is essential to crafting a hero that will hook readers + The four major pitfalls to avoid as well as the tropes your story needs Finally, there is a comprehensive writing guide to help you create your perfect protagonist. Whether you’re writing your first story or you’re a professional writer, this book will help ...
Do you wish you could write like your favorite authors? Do you want to improve your writing? If you want to power up your stories, write with your readers in mind, and deliver what the market wants, this book is for you. In The Anatomy of a Best Seller, you’ll discover: + A step-by-step guide to deconstructing your favorite books so you can utilize the tools of winning authors. + Tips and tricks for breaking down everything from sentence level prose to plot, pacing, characters, story arcs, and more. + A comprehensive guide to understanding your market and what readers want. + Tactics for turning the lessons and tools you find into practical prose and stories. The Anatomy of a Best Seller i...
Your hero is not the most important character in your book. Your villain is. Are you fed up of drowning in two-dimensional villains? Frustrated with creating clichés? And failing to get your reader to root for your villain? In 13 Steps to Evil, you’ll discover: + How to develop a villain’s mindset + A step-by-step guide to creating your villain from the ground up + Why getting to the core of a villain’s personality is essential to make them credible + What pitfalls and clichés to avoid as well as the tropes your story needs Finally, there is a comprehensive writing guide to help you create superbad villains. Whether you’re just starting out or are a seasoned writer, this book will ...
When Eden kills someone… …she expects them to stay dead. All Eden wants to do is attend her new academy and be with her soulmate. But her seemingly undead-ex keeps appearing. She thinks he wants revenge… …He says he needs help. Whatever the truth, dealing with him is the last thing on Eden’s mind. But then it gets personal. Suddenly, her ex isn’t the only problem… …and this time it’s deadly. You’ll come for the twists and turns and stay because some endings no one ever sees coming… Get it now. This is the second in the thrilling Eden East series, a YA fantasy trilogy by Sacha Black. If you love revenge, betrayal, and shocking twists, you’ll love this story.
Enter a hidden world where magic is real and danger lurks around every corner. When Henry Stone discovers he's a witch on his 21st birthday, and someone murders his parents, he's plunged into a shadow realm of supernatural crime, ancient rivalries and deadly power games. To survive, Henry must join the mysterious Covert Executioners Network (COVEN), a secret society of magical assassins sworn to protect the innocent. Barely in control of his devastating magical abilities, Henry struggles to prove himself at COVEN's academy for fledgling executioners. But his trials are only beginning. Henry needs to take down the vicious dark witch who killed his family... And he'll stop at nothing to get revenge. Now Henry must master his powers and confront this merciless killer before more innocent blood is spilled. Henry is out for justice, but in a world of dark magic and darker deeds, will he be the hunter or the prey? Fast-paced, action-packed, and crackling with suspense, The Witch's Revenge is a bewitching urban fantasy thriller. Perfect for fans of Jim Butcher, Ben Aaronovitch, and Benedict Jacka. Buy your copy now and join Henry on his first spellbinding mission!
Don’t let self-doubt sabotage your writing career. Breakthrough: Conquering Your Creative Demons and Achieving Success is the must-read guide for every writer struggling with imposter syndrome, writer's block, and creative self-doubt. Written by experienced crime novelist Dharma Kelleher, this powerful book will help you confront your fears and insecurities, and put you on the path to a more fulfilling and successful writing career. In Breakthrough, Dharma shares her own personal journey of overcoming substance abuse, PTSD, and the self-doubt that often plagues writers. Drawing on her years as a practicing Buddhist, she provides deep insights and practical steps to help you build a strong ...