Creative Writing Career

Everyone wants to be a writer, and they want to know what they can do to make that dream come true. However, most aspiring writers do not understand how to position themselves so they are ready when presented with an opportunity. They identify themselves as writers but have no writing samples, or their websites and social media talk all about their paintings or music but say nothing of who they are as writers.

In this sequel to Creative Writing Career: Becoming a Writer of Movies, Video Games, and Books, Stephan and Justin continue to bring you industry advice as well as interviews with screenwriters, video game writers, and authors of books and comics. These writers' credits include such amazing titles as: Big Fish; Batman; Game of Thrones; The Crow; Divergent; Brave; Yesterday's Gone; Sandman Slim; Jurassic World; and many more!

Earn a Living Doing What You Love Featuring insider advice from Daymond John, Karlie Kloss, Tim Ferriss, Randi Zuckerberg, Dave Asprey, Dennis Crowley, Brandon Maxwell, Mauro Porcini, Joy-Ann Reid, Roy Wood Jr., and dozens more! In one of the most popular classes at Parsons School of Design, B...

THINKING like a copywriter: 110 lessons on mindset. These principles and concepts will help you think concretely about big things, including creativity, productivity, storytelling, influence, success and failure, research, ideation, AI, ethics, and many other concepts copywriters must understand to do their best work.

Discover the power of (finally) getting unstuck, claiming your clarity, and becoming the person whose life you want to live–all through a simple self-care practice you can build into your daily routine. For anyone who's trying to make sense of their life, who wants to get unstuck from the...

From the literary agent behind some of today’s most successful authors comes a narrative guide geared specifically to the needs of aspiring and working nonfiction writers, demystifying the world of publishing and offering a practical roadmap to getting your book published. “An invaluable...

"A Meat and Potatoes Songwriting Manual" PRAISE FOR ON SONGWRITING “Veteran, versatile singer/songwriter Aaron Espe's new book is a remarkable and inspiring and courageous feat. It is a methodical and engaging deep-dive into the songwriting process, exploring creative psychology and providing useful tips to stay fresh through the ebbs and flows of songwriter life and craft. Above all, this book will challenge your thinking and, dare I say, perhaps make you a better writer after all is said and done. This meat and potatoes songwriting manual is a welcomed addition to the genre and has the ...

The personal development industry doesn't want you to read this book. They tell you to control your thoughts. Conquer your fear. Train your mindset. They’re wrong. The truth? Listening to your mind is what’s been keeping you stuck. Josh Pais was raised in a world most of us can’t imagine...

Whether you are a writer, creator, entrepreneur, executive, public speaker, investor, or industry thought leader, Snow Leopard is your guide for becoming known for a niche you own.

Create a sense of security and abundance in your life today by applying Julia Cameron’s bestselling Artist’s Way techniques to the topic of prosperity. In this dynamic creative-renewal program, New York Times bestselling author Julia Cameron presents a twelve-week program for using your...

A guide to writing a full-length transformational nonfiction book, from an editor with two decades' experience working with authors from all walks of life. "I know I have a book in me." "I've always wanted to be an author." "People always ask me when I'm going to write my book." "I have a story...

Stop Waiting. Start Creating. (For the Creator with Real Responsibilities.) You have a dream, but you also have bills, a career, and responsibilities you can't abandon. You're over the fluffy advice that tells you to quit your job and "find yourself." This book is for the creator with high stakes, someone who can't afford to fail, but desperately needs to build something real. It is not too late. It's time to stop waiting. This is a proven, practical guide written by a creator who started late while managing full-time commitments. It strips away the inspiration garbage and delivers honest ...

Learn the craft of creating a page-turning romantasy novel in this easy-to-follow guide from writing expert and renowned author of The Savior’s Series, Jenna Moreci. In How to Write Romantasy, Moreci takes you from your first kernel of inspiration through the resolution of your novel, ensuring...

Our unique audioteach method features the voice of a real tutor, Chris Sykes. He will guide you through your course with over seven hours of audio material, giving you tips and advice based on his many years of teaching and writing experience and helping you to avoid common mistakes and pitfalls. This course takes you from complete beginner or committed amateur to the point where you've completed, edited and redrafted your work and are ready for publication.

Joining the ranks of classics like The Elements of Style and On Writing Well, Writing Without Bullshit helps professionals get to the point to get ahead. It’s time for Writing Without Bullshit. Writing Without Bullshit is the first comprehensive guide to writing for today’s world: a noisy...

In this practical, immediately actionable guide, Lucinda Halpern, who has represented New York Times bestsellers and brokered numerous deals with major publishers for over a decade, divulges what agents look for in authors and the shortcuts they use to get book deals but have never...

Lethal Leadership is a collection of three books which will help you improve your leadership skills so you can better interact with people and create significant changes in your external environment. The world needs more leaders, and this collection will help you tackle the subject of persuasion and power from multiple angles. This bundle includes The Modern-Day Polymath, The Art and Science of Storytelling, and Street Smarts. The field of leadership is constantly changing; the upcoming leader should be dynamic and capable of adapting to the environment.

Jump into the captivating world of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit with Creativity for Sale, an inspiring how-to guide by creative director and bestselling author Radim Malinic. Full of tried, tested, and proven insights gained from 20+ years in the creative industry, this book is your personal blueprint to turn your passion into profit.

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Transform your life using the Bullet Journal Method, the revolutionary organisational system and worldwide phenomenon. The Bullet Journal Method will undoubtedly transform your life, in more ways than you can imagine’ Hal Elrod, author of The Miracle Morning In...

Learn how to write fiction with tips and tricks from a real author! Author Keith McCabe offers readers unprecedented access to his writing process. Drawing from his own novels and experiences, McCabe provides practical, step-by-step guidance he used to overcome years of writer’s block to become a self-published novelist. He walks readers through developing ideas, building characters, and overcoming resistance while balancing the demands of a full-time career. McCabe transforms the writing process from something scary and mysterious into something achievable – proving that anyone can ...