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Review: Writer’s Market Companion

September 11th, 2007

I picked up The Writer’s Market Companion after having obtained the Writer’s Market to get the detailed information and guidance on writing, getting it published and getting paid for it as well.

This 344 page book by Joe Feiertag, Mary Carmen Cupito and the editors of Writer’s Digest Book has great contents, divided into four parts. If you are looking for a book that helps you on the technical aspect of how to write your query letter or how to prepare your manuscript this book is definitely worth looking into. Here is the list of the parts of the book:

Review: If you want to write by Brenda Ueland

September 04th, 2007

When I was looking for books about how to write, I was so excited to have found the book If you want to write by Brenda Ueland. There are many books out there on teaching and guiding you on how to write well. This book, first published in 1938 and republished in 1987, is a very refreshing read.

Whenever I look for books that help my business and now my writing, I always go for the ones that will inspire me and make me feel connected. Most of the books I chose and recommended here in my blog are the ones that were written straight from the author’s heart. This book is one of them. If you want to write is filled with genuine advice for new writers - like me. I listed the chapter titles below. As you notice, each is filled with inspiration and I guarantee it will motivate you to start writing and help you to continue to write.
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Review: Growing A Business by Paul Hawken

August 28th, 2007

Introduction

When I started my handmade bags and accessories business, I began looking for portable mentors I could bring with me to the park or the library. In the first six months of preparing to open my business, I searched for a business book that made me feel comfortable. When I say comfortable, it means the book needs to tell me realistically what will lie ahead of me and give me sound advice. I had been reading too many business books that only talk about the rewards of business - like making millions - without giving me a warning of the hard work and challenges of owning and operating a business.

Finally, after a long search, I found a book titled “Growing a Business” by Paul Hawken. This book was published in 1987 but the advice can be applied if you start your business today. I consider this book as my mentor because the advice is very direct and to the point. This book also helps me to face the difficulties and challenges of growing my business. Here are the chapters and a brief summary:

Review: Articles for Magazine

August 23rd, 2007

Since my last post about how I started to write again, I have been reading several books about writing for magazines and how to get published. This book, “How to write and sell magazine articles” by Shirley Biagi caught my attention. It is only 131 pages, but the content is highly informative. The author is an accomplished writer and an award winning journalism Professor.

As I am back with my writing again, I have started by taking small steps. I have found this book to be a good guide for me to make the first steps to reach my goal which is to get published in magazines. Here are the chapters and a brief summary:

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