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American Retail Supply $20 off Coupon: bags, pens, give-aways, display shelves. Click here to download What We Write Does Make a Difference
Here's a new book for authors and would-be authors. I am one of the contributors
to this book of inspiration and information from a host of authors who share their secrets, the main one being--of course--putting
Christ first.
BACK COVER:
Join a variety of well-known authors as they share the Scriptures or quotations they find inspiring to their writing. The devotionals they've contributed reflect all aspects of the writing life: basic motivation, rejection, publishing and succeeding. Spend some time with writers you love and discover what words they write
by.
My contribution is on Pg 21 ORGANIZING GOD'S WAY.
WORDS TO WRITE BY Review at ACR For more info or to purchase-Click here
HELP! HOW DO I WRITE A PRESS RELEASE Need to publicize an event, a speaking engagement or a new book... and don't have
a clue how to go about writing a press release? This booklet will help you understand what a press release is and how it differs
from a news story. Step by step, through explanations, samples and encouragement, HELP! HOW DO I WRITE A PRESS RELEASE explains
how to write a Press Release that the Media will snap up. You can do it. HELP! HOW DO I WRITE A PRESS RELEASE shows the way.
Brochure You can learn to write...and get published.
Learn writing basics that will take you
from idea to writing the letter to the editor, an op-ed piece, news stories, features and many other writing venues. Learn
how to take your writing to a new level...either for your own enjoyment or to actually see your name in print. From your idea to a proposal WRITING FROM
THE GROUND UP brochure will help focus your writing by teaching you the basics of good writing and much more.
How to Write & Sell the Feature Article Not sure how to go from idea to a finished article? Just what goes into
putting together an article that will catch the attention of both editor and reader? This booklet answers those questions going from idea to marketing. This booklet covers these three areas. 1. How to write a feature article. You can confidently write, format and learn how to sell your article and
this booklet will be your guide.
Even many well-known speakers confess to “butterflies” before stepping on stage. Why? Because
we’re called to do more than give a talk or to lead a workshop. As Christians we’re called to share a message
which could change lives...and show others how to serve God through the use of their gifts, including writing. How do we do this? How do we stop paralyzing fear? This small booklet offers some very simple, practical steps
to take you from bug-eyed fear to confidence.
Shape Up Your Career: 9 Success Qualities By Lori Scott What's the big deal about Ghostwriting? Excellent source for info on your writing rights and contracts. Click to learn more... ===================== FREE manuscript tracking software A wealth of writing information how to's Dorothy Sayer's Essay on Education The Blue Book (Grammar quiz, Punctuation & Capitalization quiz and more) Lulu--Self-publishing without the cost MY TALENTS OR HIS? © 2004 Carolyn R. Scheidies How often, Lord, do I throw your gifts
back into your face, Not appreciating what you've given, Because my eyes seek another, A distant prize, or I permit discouragement
to seep in? How often do I despise the abilities and
talents you've created in me, Refusing to use, even abusing them out
of ambition or pride, Desiring another's abilities and talents,
While unwilling to learn and grow proficient
in my own, Unwilling to rejoice in my own God-given
creativity? How often, Lord, do I jealously seek the
dregs of another's talent, Instead of scaling the heights of my own? Lord Jesus, forgive. Help me recognize, develop and use the
abilities and talents you've given me. You gave them to me for a reason. Help me to use them to share the message
of Grace With a people who need forgiveness, peace
and hope. Amen *******************
PUTTING THE "SNAP" INTO YOUR BOOK SYNOPSIS (ROMANCE WRITER'S REPORT (RWA)-October '95) © 1995, 2004 Carolyn R. Scheidies (All rights reserved) Jennifer swung about
to confront Brad. "What do you mean you're leaving?" or Brad tells Jennifer he is leaving, which comes as a complete surprise to her. Which of the above opening statements would
grab your attention? The first. Why? Because it is active and present and draws you in. "But," you say, "A book synopsis is just
telling what the book is about." That's true. A book synopsis is a short
summary of the book, but that does not mean it has to be boring. After all, the intent of the book synopsis enclosed with
your book proposal is to grab the editor's attention and make him dial the phone. "Send me that book!" Maybe it won't happen quite that way, but
the book synopsis needs to be more than a dull recitation. This is your book. How do you describe it to your best friend,
your spouse? Hear the excitement in you voice? This is the voice you need to translate into words; the voice of passion to
show you care about your story. One way of doing this is to start the synopsis
using a short paragraph from the book, as in the example above. From there you continue to reveal, like a filmstrip, the main
plot and action of the book. If you are like me, your working synopsis
can go on and on and on, because this is what guides you as you write, but the synopsis sent to an editor is very different.
Earlier, I mentioned "short" synopsis. That is a very important word. Years ago, I learned this lesson at a writer's
conference when a representative of a publishing house looked over my single spaced five-page synopsis. Putting it down, she
shook her head. "An editor's time is very limited. You have to make it easy for him or her to read your synopsis." Gently she told me, "Always double space
your synopsis and don't let it run over three pages." I've tried to adhere to her advice. For
me, this means writing a short synopsis, usually after I have a rough draft of my story finished or at least after my long
synopsis/outline is well in hand. Don't try to pack everything, including
the kitchen sink, into the synopsis. Only highlight, like a sketch to a full-blown drawing, the main points, main plot, main
action. Finally, let the editor know the ending.
This is not a book cover blurb to entice a reader to read. You are trying, here, to give an editor reasons to buy your book.
That person needs to know how you intend to wrap things up. Don’t edit out your passion, but
do keep the KISS principle in mind--keep it short and simple. Your editor will love you for it. ###
WRITING
FROM THE HEART (10
STEPS TO PUBLICATION) 1. RESEARCH Read, Remember, Research until ready to write 2. SUMMARIZE Plot: And then what happened Theme: Take away message Motivation Focus/slant Characters: who are they, age, background, feelings,
conflicts, relationships,. Setting: Where, when, Chapter by chapter: action (may change as you
write) 3. WRITE 4. READ & REWRITE Cut 1/3, Look for deadwood, substitute active
for passive verbs, passages, etc. Cut anything which doesn't directly relate to
the story Write for brevity: Who, What, When, Where, Why
& How
Clarify,
Simplify 5. REST Let someone who'll be honest critique your MS 6. RESEARCH the MARKET :
Where to send MS, List several choices How much to send: Query, Proposal, Complete Writer's Market, Writer's Digest Other sources & market books 7. READ TO EDIT: Consider suggestions from reader. Rework, Restate for better transition and flow 8. PREPARE FINAL DRAFT 9. MARKET UNTIL IT SELLS 10. REJOICE!!!
Copyright Quick Links * Great all-purpose copyright site: http://www.copyrightwebsite.com/ * Copyright forms direct from the governemnt: http://www.loc.gov/copyright/forms/ ***
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