Coaching Youth Baseball

John P. McCarthy

Jeff McKay

Writer's Digest Books

Funny You Should Ask: Mostly Serious Answers to Mostly Serious Questions About the Book Publishing Industry

Barbara Poelle

An insightful guide for any writer who's ever wondered if they're talented, creative, lovable, or worthy enough. Spoiler alert- You are. As hard as the craft of writing is, the greatest challenges writers face are often within ourselves. Comparison, self-doubt, isolation, and other internal struggles can derail a writer's progress, at any stage in the writing life. Author, essayist, and speaker William Kenower knows these struggles first-hand, and hears them from writers everywhere he teaches and appears. In this candid and encouraging book, he dismantles the myth that some writers have talent and others don't, and shares relatable stories, wisdom, and best practices for reengaging with our passion, following our curiosity, and staying connected to what matters most. If you've ever wondered whether you're "really" a writer, or should retreat to a safer, more conventional path, this enlightening and accepting book will spark renewed purpose and joy on your writing journey.

Everyone Has What It Takes: A Writer's Guide to the End of Self-Doubt

Self-Help

Kenower, William

Creativity

An insightful and actionable guide to creating a hero that readers will fall in love with, from the author of The Secrets of Story The hardest yet most essential element of writing great fiction is character - specifically, creating a central hero who is relatable, compelling, and worth the reader's precious time. In this entertaining and practical guide, popular blogger, writing coach and screenwriter Matt Bird breaks down what makes characters embraceable and unforgettable, and presents insider tips and tricks for writers of all levels and genres. Generously packed with examples from popular books and movies analyzed with engaging specificity, this expert guide reveals what makes audiences believe, care, and invest in great characters - and how to bring your own characters vividly to life.

The Secrets of Character: Writing a Hero Anyone Will Love

Reference

Bird, Matt

Writing, Research & Publishing Guides

A collection of essays from historians, linguists, martial artists, and other experts to help you write more compelling fantasy by getting the facts right Whether it's correctly naming the parts of a horse, knowing how lords and ladies address one another, or building a realistic fantasy army, getting the details right takes fantasy writing to the next level. Featuring some of the most popular articles from Dan Koboldt's Fact in Fantasy blog as well as several never-before-seen essays, this book gives aspiring and established fantasy writers alike an essential foundation to the fascinating history and cultures of our own world, which serve as a jumping-off point for more inspired and convincing fantasy.

Putting the Fact in Fantasy: Expert Advice to Bring Authenticity to Your Fantasy Writing

Literature & Fiction

Genre Fiction

Product Description 
The most trusted guide to getting published, fully revised and updated\nWant to get published and paid for your writing? Let 
Writer's Market, 100th edition guide you through the process. It's the ultimate reference with thousands of publishing opportunities for writers, listings for book publishers, consumer and trade magazines, contests and awards, and literary agents—as well as new playwriting and screenwriting sections, along with contact and submission information.\nBeyond the listings, you'll find articles devoted to the business and promotion of writing. Discover 20 literary agents actively seeking writers and their writing, how to develop an author brand, and overlooked funds for writers. This 100th edition also includes the ever-popular pay-rate chart and book publisher subject index.\nYou'll gain access to:\n• Thousands of updated listings for book publishers, magazines, contests, and literary agents\n• Articles devoted to the business and promotion of writing\n• A newly revised "How Much Should I Charge?" pay rate chart\n• Sample query letters for fiction and nonfiction\n• Lists of professional writing organizations\nAbout the Author 
Robert Lee Brewer is senior editor at Writer's Digest.\nWriter's Digest Books is a leading publisher of professional advice for writers. The Writer’s Market books have been trusted resources for both aspiring and experienced writers for generations. With separate editions for writers of fiction and poetry, writers and illustrators of children’s books, those seeking literary representation, as well as a general audience, these reliable guides provide a plethora of information and answers to the most often asked questions about how to get published and navigate the industry.

Writer's Market 100th Edition: The Most Trusted Guide to Getting Published

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The Most Trusted Guide to the World of Children's Publishing, fully revised and updated The 33rd edition of Children's Writer's and Illustrator's Market is the definitive and trusted guide for anyone who seeks to write or illustrate for kids and young adults. If you're a writer or an illustrator for young readers and your goal is to get published, CWIM is the resource you need. In this book, you'll find more than 500 listings for children's book markets, including publishers, literary agents, magazines, contests, and more. These listings include a point of contact, how to properly submit your work, and what categories each market accepts. This edition also features: &nbsp; * &nbsp;500+ listings for children's markets, including book publishers, literary agents, magazines, contests, and more &nbsp; * &nbsp;Interviews with bestselling authors, including Cassandra Clare, N.K. Jemisin, Jacqueline Woodson, Leigh Bardugo, and more &nbsp; * &nbsp;Craft articles on topics ranging from P.O.V., mocking-up picture books, and including diverse characters &nbsp; * &nbsp;Business articles on topics such as making the most of your platform, tracking submissions, and maximizing the time + energy you have to write, and much more &nbsp;

Children's Writer's & Illustrator's Market 33rd Edition: The Most Trusted Guide to Getting Published (Children's Writer's and Illustrator's Market)

Teen & Young Adult

The best resource for getting your fiction published, fully revised and updated Novel & Short Story Writer's Market&nbsp; is the go-to resource you need to get your short stories, novellas, and novels published. The 40th edition of NSSWM features hundreds of updated listings for book publishers, literary agents, fiction publications, contests, and more. Each listing includes contact information, submission guidelines, and other essential tips. This edition of Novel & Short Story Writer's Market also offers &nbsp; &nbsp; * &nbsp;Hundreds of updated listings for fiction-related book publishers, magazines, contests, literary agents, and more &nbsp; * &nbsp;Interviews with bestselling authors Celeste Ng, Viet Thanh Nguyen, Beverly Jenkins, and Chris Bohjalian &nbsp; * &nbsp;A detailed look at how to choose the best title for your fiction writing &nbsp; * &nbsp;Articles on tips for manuscript revision, using out-of-character behavior to add layers of intrigue to your story, and writing satisfying, compelling endings &nbsp; * &nbsp;Advice on working with your editor, keeping track of your submissions, and diversity in fiction

Novel & Short Story Writer's Market 40th Edition: The Most Trusted Guide to Getting Published (Novel and Short Story Writer's Market)

The Best Resource Available for Finding a Literary Agent, fully revised and updated No matter what you're writing--fiction or nonfiction, books for adults or children--you need a literary agent to get the best book deal possible from a traditional publisher. Guide to Literary Agents 30th edition is your go-to resource for finding that literary agent and earning a contract from a reputable publisher. Along with listing information for more than 1,000 agents who represent writers and their books, the 30th edition of GLA includes: &nbsp; * &nbsp;Hundreds of updated listings for literary agents and writing conferences &nbsp; * &nbsp;Informative articles on crafting effective queries, synopses, and book proposals (and the agent query tracker) &nbsp; * &nbsp;Plus, a 30-Day Platform Challenge to help writers build their writing platforms &nbsp; * &nbsp;Includes 20 literary agents actively seeking writers and their writing &nbsp;

Guide to Literary Agents 30th Edition: The Most Trusted Guide to Getting Published

The Most Trusted Guide to Publishing Poetry, fully revised and updated Want to get your poetry published? There's no better tool for making it happen than Poet's Market, which includes hundreds of publishing opportunities specifically for poets, including listings for book and chapbook publishers, print and online poetry publications, contests, and more. These listings include contact information, submission preferences, insider tips on what specific editors want, and--when offered--payment information. In addition to the completely updated listings, the 34th edition of Poet's Market offers: &nbsp; * &nbsp;Hundreds of updated listings for poetry-related book publishers, publications, contests, and more &nbsp; * &nbsp;Insider tips on what specific editors want and how to submit poetry &nbsp; * &nbsp;Articles devoted to the craft and business of poetry, including how to track poetry submissions, perform poetry, and find more readers &nbsp; * &nbsp;77 poetic forms, including guidelines for writing them &nbsp; * &nbsp;101 poetry prompts to inspire new poetry &nbsp;

Poet's Market 34th Edition: The Most Trusted Guide to Publishing Poetry

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