Word Craft

Legendary writing coach Jack Hart spent 26 years at The Oregonian and has taught students and professionals of all stripes, including bloggers, podcasters, and more than one Pulitzer Prize winner. Good writing, he says, has the same basic attributes regardless of genre or medium. Wordcraft shares Hart’s techniques for achieving those attributes in one of the most broadly useful writing books ever written. Originally published in 2006 as A Writer’s Coach, the book has been updated to address the needs of writers well beyond print journalists.

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The Everyday Witch's Spell Jar Handbook—a mesmerizing audible guide into the transformative world of spell jars. Step into a realm where ancient magic meets modern application, tailored for both the budding witch and the seasoned practitioner. Ever been fascinated by the mystique of ancient spells? Ever wished to invoke potent energies for love, protection, health, and prosperity?

In this book, award-winning author and creative entrepreneur Joanna Penn takes you step-by-step through the process of writing, publishing, and marketing a successful non-fiction book. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your author career, How to Write Non-Fiction gives you the tools and confidence to write the book you’re meant to write.

Juliette is on the verge of accepting that she'll never have a traditional family of her own when her magic upends her life once again. As her vision for the future grows ever murkier, Juliette is forced to battle her ever-present anxiety to make the hardest decision of her life. The wrong choice will affect more than just her, and the right choice could transform her life; she's just not sure which is which.

A 39-year-old bookshop owner with chronic anxiety develops the magical ability to reunite lost objects with their owners. It's going to take all of her courage and the support of many great friends to step out of her comfort zone and into the types of adventures she used to only read about in her beloved books. Along the way, Juliette learns that she's tougher than she ever suspected and creates a life that is richer and more wonderful than she ever dared dream.

On a seemingly ordinary April weekend, with her beloved wife Sophie out of town, Jensy Willett finds herself reminiscing about the extraordinary events of the past eight years of her life. From the long, slow arc of her recovery as the victim of a school shooting, to her hard-earned success as a photographer, Jensy contentedly reflects on the peace and contentment she has found at last. Now in her mid-forties, she has a new career, a new appreciation of life, and a love for Sophie that has only grown stronger over the two decades of their lives together.

In How to Write Short , Roy Peter Clark turns his attention to the art of painting a thousand pictures with just a few words. Short forms of writing have always existed - from ship logs and telegrams to prayers and haikus. But in this ever-changing Internet age, short-form writing has become an essential skill. Clark covers how to write effective and powerful titles, headlines, essays, sales pitches, Tweets, letters, and even self-descriptions for online dating services.

Discover what every new and aspiring author needs to know about the publishing industry and how to navigate all the complicated feelings that come with writing a book in this no-nonsense guide from literary agent, author, and creator of the popular newsletter Agents & Books Kate McKean. Writers...

Craft powerful, natural remedies in the comfort of your home – discover how to start your personalized herbal apothecary for you and your loved ones. Whether you’re struggling with stress, anxiety, body aches, or difficulties in sleeping, you’re sure of one thing: you want to reclaim control over your health. This is where the power of herbal tinctures comes in.

Juliette has always longed for everything she experiences in her beloved books—grand adventures, heroic deeds, passionate love, and making a meaningful difference. She wants it all. Yet, despite her found family, her dream bookshop, and a burgeoning connection with a sweet man, chronic anxiety keeps her tethered to a safe and predictable routine. Until her life is upended when an unexpected magical ability surfaces. Now gifted with the power to locate lost things, Juliette's world becomes a blend of wonder and anxiety.

Craft Vision, Mission & Values That Move Markets — and Make Your People Proud to Wear the Logo Every thriving brand has a North Star. Most companies, alas, have a dusty plaque. The Northstar Principle shows you—step-by-step—how to turn wall-art slogans into a living operating system that drives profit, innovation and purpose. Why this book pays for itself Write copy that conquers the boardroom – Use the VMOST-plus framework to squeeze your vision into one page and your mission into one sentence Spark devotion, not just “alignment” – Discover the two-level alignment model that ...

You’ve written a short story or a novel. You keep receiving rejection slips from editors and publishing houses … and now you’re not sure it’s good enough to self-publish. You know your story needs a rewrite yet don’t know how to improve it … besides, work or school is hectic, the house needs to be cleaned, and the kids demand your attention, so who has time? … But we bet you can find just 7 minutes a day to achieve your dream of getting that story published. If you can, this is the book for you. This practical, how-to guide takes you step-by-step through improving your story ...

Learn to Improve Emotional Descriptions, Create Believable Settings, and Craft Powerful Descriptive Writing. This guidebook is a companion to the first volume in the Fiction Writing Tools series, "The Writer's Guide to Character Emotion" on descriptive writing and Deep POV, with Immersive Writing Techniques. Within this in-depth writing craft book are practical tools on how to apply descriptive writing to create realistic settings, visceral responses, and lifelike characters. Included are lists and advice on: Setting Descriptors Character Personality Traits Character Development Descriptive...

Do you want to connect with readers and listeners on a deeper level? Do you want your books to stand out in a sea of content by being authentic and personal in your writing whatever the genre? Are you interested in creative self-development? If yes, Writing the Shadow is for you. This is a book of my heart and it contains many personal stories—but this book is really about helping you reach readers and listeners with your words—and move to the next level in your writing.

Learn Fun and Creative Ways to Enhance Your Descriptions! The advice, tools, and reference lists in this writing guide for fiction authors will inspire writers to create original and vibrant descriptions of characters, locations, weather, and mood that can greatly enhance anyone’s storytelling, whether you’re writing adult fiction, young adult fiction, or children’s books. Fictional and real settings are much more effective, dramatic, and evocative when they’re visible, auditory, olfactory, and tactile. Character depictions are much more imaginative, lifelike, and vivid for readers ...

In the aftermath of a fateful decision that threatened to tear them apart, Jensy Willett and Sophie Barnes begin the fragile quest to rekindle their love. Their slow, hesitant journey leads them to rediscover the happiness, trust, and passion they once shared, and reveals a new world of adventures, opportunities, and startling revelations. But once again, fate intervenes, and an unforeseen event shatters their world in a way that neither Jensy nor Sophie could have anticipated. An uncertain future. A changed world. When their lives come crashing down, what will the future hold?

Are you ready to embark on a fearless journey into the heart of spiritual warfare? Brace yourself for a relentless battle against the forces of darkness, armed with the ultimate guide: "The United Kingdom of Darkness Exposed & Defeated: Disrupting Witchcraft Operations & Dismantling the Network of the Kingdom of Darkness Working Against You." This literary masterpiece is not just a book; it's your ticket to unlocking divine power and conquering the unseen realm. Unveil Hidden Mysteries: Dive deep into the clandestine world of spiritual warfare as you uncover the concealed schemes of the ...

On the surface, Jensy Willett appears to have it all: a supportive family, good friends, and an outstanding high school and college basketball career. But beneath that surface she hides a situation that has destroyed every meaningful romantic relationship she's had. As a result she has vowed to keep that secret locked deep within her. So when she begins graduate school, Jensy decides to shun possible romance to focus on her studies, and in that way, prevent any further relationship failures.

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