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How to Write and Publish a Successful Children's Book: Everything You Need to Know Explained Simply
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Cynthia Resser
chelmcq
, February 25, 2010
Breaking into publishing requires a lot of time and dedication. If writing for children is your goal, this book is a must read. How to Write and Publish a Successful Children's Book is a multifaceted, well-rounded guide to the industry. Providing a history of the genre and it's growing importance in the early lives of the next generation. The book is realistic, preparing the reader for the inevitable rejections that will come. The players in this game are named and explained whether they be large, corporate-owned enterprises or even self-publishing houses. Tips for understanding the inside world are provided through “must-read” lists. The genre is broken down into it's subs, controlled by its readers' ages, even including the modern graphic novel genre. This reference text goes on to explain the writing process for children's books. Idea generating, manuscript editing, story development, characterization, and structure are all important to the writer's toolbox, but any reader would likely gloss over this to focus on the industry information and move towards publishing. The information for author/illustrators is highly useful can be beneficial though it should have been expanded. Use of technology is a must-read for any professional looking to break into publishing. This up-to-date section even includes publishing information for Amazon's Kindle e-reader. Desktop publishing software is a necessity for self-publishers creating their own e-books and a variety of software is listed. Using the internet for networking and self-promotion will also assist the reader is moving to the next step with their work. Children's authors looking for agents will also find the do's, don'ts, and warnings to be aware of in their search. This book will stay with you long after you publish, guiding your development as a children's author.
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101 Recipes for Wild Wines at Home A Step By Step Guide to Using Herbs Fruits & Flowers
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John N Peragine
chelmcq
, February 25, 2010
In times of economic distress, we look for simpler ways to live our lives. 101 Recipes for Making Wild Wines at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide is a great way to further one's wine enthusiasm for a fraction of the cost. Blissfully light on drier topics, such as history, the book dives right into working with the basic ingredients. Without getting too complex, the basic, working knowledge of the ingredients is detailed, one at a time. The author's personal experiences provide a wealth of inside tips and tricks to ease the reader's own attempts at wine-making. The basic knowledge is then expanded upon, for the reader who wants to take the next step, or the novice who can't get enough knowledge about their new craft. The real juice (no pun intended) of this book is the recipes. Starting with the most basic, the author provides quite the springboard to jump from, gathering confidence as you go through punches, meads, ciders, vegetable wines, grain wines, and herbal wines. The variety of recipes should prove to inspire the reader to create their own wines.
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How to Use the Internet to Get Your Next Job
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Nagle, Janet
chelmcq
, February 25, 2010
It seems like the talking heads on cable news can't stop reminding us how hard it is to find a job. If you're one of the people looking, look no further than How to Use the Internet to Get Your Next Job. This book is perfect for anyone who hasn't had to look for a job in recent years or for anyone who has never fully utilized the internet in their job search. The internet has blown open the options of job-seekers everywhere. This book guides job-seekers through the job search and social networking sites, listing sources likely unheard of and those to be wary of. Plenty of real world case studies are detailed, assuring the reader that they too can (and likely will) find their next employment opportunity. This book guides its readers through resumes, cover letters, interviews, and what to do once you've got the job, making it the perfect companion for the unemployed everywhere.
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