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Calling All Authors - How to Publish with Your Eyes Wide Open
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Valerie Connelly
KH83
, August 03, 2009
I've always wanted to be a writer and after reading Valerie Connelly's Calling All Authors - How to Publish with Your Eyes Wide Open, it seems fairly possible. Even as I write this review, I'm thinking of her first pointer: Who is your reader? It seems like such an obvious question but it's one that I never think about, yet it's probably one of the most important things to think about as a writer. Another fact she points out is that it's not that simple. One of the most valuable chapters to me was Chapter 4: Why You Must Write, Edit, Re-write and Re-edit. In this chapter, Connelly outlines the kind of work and dedication it takes to become a successful writer. It is a skill that must be used every day in order to be developed properly. After this section, she gives a checklist of the kind of information and skill you should be learning from this practice. Something also helpful are the many exercises she includes in the book to help progress. Overall, the book gives great pointers in honing the art of writing, tips on getting the book marketed, printed and published. Connelly states several misconceptions and truths in each chapter, giving examples and disputing textbook responses. I think it's a great read for anyone interested in writing and getting published.
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Every Man Sees You Naked An Insiders Guide to How Men Think
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David M Matthews
KH83
, July 06, 2009
One of the great struggles in life for women is understanding how men think, and the reasons behind their behavior. In David M. Matthews' Every Man Sees You Naked: An Insider's Guide to How Men Think, this mystery is cleared up for us. Men like sex. This discovery may validate some of the man-haters, but this inside information may come as a shock to some women. Though written by a man, the book is most definitely geared towards women. Not only does the author understand the male mind, he appears to understand the female mind as well. This is shown by the presented scenarios, and the explanations he gives to some of his points as he seems to realize how sensitive and easily offended women can be. Every Man Sees You Naked is divided into several chapters with David giving insight into the various topics that divide men and women. One of the most excellent examples of this is the Mythbusters chapter. Men and women are often accusing and assuming things about each other. Matthews breaks this down by stating the several misconceptions and "setting the record straight." Matthews not only describes why men think and behave the way they do, he also offers speculation into why men and women have such a hard time understanding each other. "Men and women speak a different language." The book is not quite Men Are From Mars, since it's primary aim is not to focus on both men and women. It is aimed at women who want to better understand men. I found Every Man Sees You Naked: An Insider's Guide to How Men Think to be an enjoyable and quick read. There's even a fun quiz to see what you've learned. The book should be read with an open and inquiring mind, and a good sense of humor. Anyone offended with the book and its claims should really just keep reading the first chapter over and over again.
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