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A good story contains three elements. The first two are narration and dialogue. Narration is the action of the story. Without it, there is no story. Dialogue is the words exchanged between the...

Working adults and full-time parents often find it difficult to justify reading more fiction, especially since the act of reading is a solitary one that excludes others and requires focus....

The Kindle has become a popular eBook reader, but many people want a cover to protect their investment. Many types of covers are available to choose from, including versions with pockets to store...

Barnes & Noble makes it easy to get your book listed in its online store. You need to prepare a packet of information that includes a copy of the book, and within six weeks of submission you...

There was a time that the only way to see your book in a bookstore like Barnes and Noble (brick and mortar or online) was to have it published by a big publishing house. But today, small and...

Historical fiction is a made-up story, written in the style of fiction, which takes place in historical circumstances and/or involves a historical figure. It may include make-believe characters...

No matter who you are or what you do, at some point you have needed to write an essay. Unfortunately, many people have a hard time with essay writing. Even someone who has a good idea of what...

The social setting of a book club can be a fun way for children to learn more about books and authors and at the same time develop their reading skills. They will strengthen their comprehension...

Selling a large book collection can be a daunting task. With hundreds or thousands of books, where do you start? The steps below will help you sell a large collection of books. Depending on what...

Only so much living space can be dedicated to storing and displaying your books. If you need to pack some of your books away for a while, there are several things you can do to protect the...

Cartoon maps of a town are a helpful tool. For tourists, it gives a more pleasing and intimate view of the town than a normal map can give them. Creating one of these maps is a long and laborious...

This is a trick I've used to preserve my old books. When I preserve old books, I feel like I am saving them for posterity. I have many old books, including a complete set of first edition works by...

WordPerfect has been around since the 1980s, and while it is no longer the leading word processor, it still has a host of loyal followers. The new WordPerfect has numerous features designed to...

Graphic novels, which are sometimes called graphic comics, are comic books that tell a narrative story in a comic book format. Graphic novels are typically bound to make them more durable than...

The internet has become saturated with programs, ebooks, and websites about how to make money online. One very common and popular trend are the scores of ebooks (electronic book) on the internet...

With the ever so popular Twilight series jumping off again of course there will be a Barbie to accommodate this as well. After a little bit of looking I was able to find where you can buy the...

Log books are used in all walks of life to keep track of numerous types of information. There are log books for inventory use, log books to keep track of residents at inpatient treatment centers,...

Painting comics can be done with actual paint, felt brush pens, or India ink. Each method is typically referred to as inking. Inking is the art of going over a comic that's already drawn and...

If you want to know the meaning of a word beyond its simple day-to-day definition, you can write your own dictionary entries.

Who doesn't want to increase the reading speed? Be it a student studying for exam, busy executive going through the reports or a common man reading books for knowledge, everyone would be thrilled...

Book mold is a serious problem that can cause respiratory problems for some people. Books that have molded are hard to restore to their original condition, so never store your books in a damp...

Writing an eBook can be a rather difficult task. The perseverance and determination needed is great, and the book must be important and easily accessible to an audience. However, creating the...

Comic book heroes have been a part of our lives since the creation of Superman set the standards for what a comic superhero should be. Uncountable boys and girls have spent time reading comics and...

Do you have a story that you've always wanted to share with the world? Or even just a series of jokes or event in your life? Then look no further, as you are about to delve into the world of...

Bookplates first began use in Germany in the 15th century. They were created from various materials, from wood carvings, to simple ink. They are typically placed inside the front cover of a book....

Yearbooks have long been a staple of school life and help document the activities and accomplishments of students. The production of yearbooks typically falls into the hands of a student...

This article will show you how to proficiently edit a manual script. The key word is proficiency, as one’s writing is a direct reflection of them. And of course no rational person wants a...

You can quickly make your own bookplates by using your computer with paper or labels purchased at any discount store or office supply store.

Are you so obsessed over the Harry Potter series that you're scourging the web for fan-written continuations? Did you really wish those two, not those two characters from Star Trek had gotten...

So, you’ve written a book and you have to bind it to make it marketable? It is easier than it would seem, and the costs are minimal.

Librarians have learned from long experience that the question patrons ask is rarely their real question. Sometimes it is overly broad. Sometimes it is overly complex. When people ask their...

Writing can be a fun and exciting way to express yourself. Maybe you want to turn your writing into a career or even improve on your writing skills. There is always room for improvement in writing...

Ever take out your notebook thinking you have a great story to tell but nothing gets accomplished? Sometimes we just don't know where to start, or maybe we need a little brain teasing to get...

There are many ways to promote your comics these days--and one of the newer ways is to make a short video that's sort of a cross between a commercial and a movie trailer. Novelists have been using...

Book plates are those fancy, professional looking name tags pasted onto the inside front covers of books. This guide takes you through the process of making your own free and customized book...

Book clubs are a great way to meet new people with similar interests. And what could be better? Read a good book and chat about it. Actually, I have a couple of ideas that will make it better....

Like anything that is of value, it takes time, money and effort to complete a task. In this article, I will provided some basic steps to accomplish the goal of writing one's own manuscript. The...

Making an audiobook allows your reader a different path to access your book as opposed to the traditional hard copy. While you could always hire a voice-over talent to make your audiobook through...

Panels are used in manga to add structure and pace to the story. When creating one, you're basically creating a frame that will contain the action. While the actual creation is fairly simple,...

Books are an investment so you need to learn to protect them. Following these steps will guarantee that the cover or jackets of your books will be protected and preserved for years to come.

"Writer's block" is aptly named. It's like there's a wall there, too high to scale, to wide to get around. My solution: Tunnel underneath it! You do this by "tricking yourself"...

In 2003 Mo Willems created a spunky little Pigeon who repeatedly begs listeners to let him drive the bus. Whether reading the book on Mommy’s lap or with a story time group, children of all ages...

The semester's over, and you have about six or so textbooks you want to get rid of. There are a couple of ways to sell a textbook, some better than others. Read on...

Lack artistic skills, but love comic books? Well, you can write your own comic book! However, don't think it's easy to write your own comic book. It takes time, dedication, and creativity.

Plagiarism is the act of stealing -- whether intentionally or not -- someone else's writing. Any amount of copying what someone else has written, without giving that writer credit for his work, is...

Travel decisions are very important and costly, so vast amounts of travelers are always looking for resources to help them decide on where to go and what to do at a destination. Do you want to...

A lot of people confuse story and plot. You hear it when someone remarks, "Wow, that's a good idea for a plot," when what the speaker really means is the idea sounds like it would make a good...

Comic books rely on text and graphics to deliver their entertainment. Sometimes a writer is also the illustrator of the comic book, but very often the words are written by one person and the...

Writing an effective novel synopsis can be a difficult task, but it's often the first step to getting your novel read by an agent or editor who has the power to publish it. An effective novel...

Creating your own board book is a great idea for a personalized gift for a baby or child in your life. You can make up your own story, use your own pictures and make the board book all about the...