About this series
Do you struggle with stilted dialogue?
Whether you're starting your first or fiftieth book, creating realistic dialogue will be vital to making your world come alive for readers.
Inside, you'll find …
Tips for getting to know your characters
A breakdown of what makes dialogue realistic
Tips for using dialogue tags wisely
Mistakes to avoid
Bonuses: Tips for using action beats and strengthening character voice. Writing prompts and exercises.
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If you enjoy this book, you may also wish to try 5 Steps to Better Blurbs and 5 Steps to Better Audiobooks.
Titles in the series (4)
- 5 Steps to Better Blurbs: 5 Steps, #1
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Want to write better blurbs? Blurb writing is the most misunderstood task we undertake. Herein, I'll dissect the principles at work behind awesome blurbs, examine the common mistakes, and detail some completed case studies. Once I've shown you the five steps to strengthening the book description, you can put what you've learned into play. Inside, you will find … •10 principles of dream blurbs •5 common mistakes •10+ case studies •5 steps to better blurbs •6 exercises to strengthen your blurbs Bonus: You'll find information on getting additional case studies and free or discounted blurb overhauls.
- 5 Steps to Surviving Teaching: 5 Steps, #2
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Teaching is awesome … And tougher than it looks. The first year of teaching will likely be the roughest one of your career, but every year has its own unique challenges. Whether you’re about to embark upon the epic journey or speeding toward burnout, I hope you can find something inspirational within these pages. Inside, you’ll find … •5 steps to surviving teaching •Tips and tricks for staying sane and saving time •Commentary on common teaching myths •Questions to ask yourself before quitting •How I improved my parent communication Bonus: Get 7+ fun and easy-to-run chemistry and biology projects
- 5 Steps to Surviving Chemistry: 5 Steps, #3
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Do you struggle in chemistry class? You're not alone. It's easy to get lost in the technical language. Enhance any course textbook with these step-by-step instructions to help with your homework and classwork sheets. Master the material and perhaps even have some fun along the way. Inside, you'll find … • 13 easy-to-read chapters broken down by topic • Detailed instructions for dealing with the math • Tips and tricks for better understanding • Common mistakes to avoid Bonus: Suggestions for communicating effectively with your teachers. "Excellent coverage of key topics for chemistry students of all levels (high school and college)" ~ David A. Hunt, Ph.D., The College of New Jersey, Professor of Chemistry
- 5 Steps to Better Dialogue: 5 Steps
Do you struggle with stilted dialogue? Whether you're starting your first or fiftieth book, creating realistic dialogue will be vital to making your world come alive for readers. Inside, you'll find … Tips for getting to know your characters A breakdown of what makes dialogue realistic Tips for using dialogue tags wisely Mistakes to avoid Bonuses: Tips for using action beats and strengthening character voice. Writing prompts and exercises. *** If you enjoy this book, you may also wish to try 5 Steps to Better Blurbs and 5 Steps to Better Audiobooks.
Julie C. Gilbert
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