http://articles.getacoder.com/writing_and_speaking/writing_and_speaking.htm Free Content For Your Website http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ In a world where we are constantly being bombarded with subtle - and not so subtle - messages about who we ought to be, it is a bold statement to take a stand for personal authenticity. One of the most transformative statements an individual can make is to tell his/her story with honesty and objectivity. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 19:04:27 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Telling_the_Truth_-_A_Revolutionary_Act_1556575x1222211067.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Telling_the_Truth_-_A_Revolutionary_Act_1556575x1222211067.htm The old adage "Show your story rather than tell it!" is as true as ever. It is one technique that will always improve your writing. Thu, 18 Sep 2008 02:44:17 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Show_Dont_Tell_1556499x1221720257.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Show_Dont_Tell_1556499x1221720257.htm One of the critical steps you can take as a writer is to find ways to share your work with others. Those others might be writers, they might be friends, or they might be family members. Don't let your hard work sit in a drawer unread. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:16:49 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Dare_to_Share_1556479x1219065409.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Dare_to_Share_1556479x1219065409.htm This may sound like a trick question but it's not. In fact, it is a very serious question that will determine - or at least greatly influence - the tone and the theme of your narrative. Mon, 04 Aug 2008 15:58:18 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Who_is_Writing_Your_Memoirs_1556589x1217879898.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Who_is_Writing_Your_Memoirs_1556589x1217879898.htm I'm leaving my day job to be a writer. 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Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:38:13 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Conduct_A_Job_Interview_-_5_Helpful_Tips_1394273x1215005893.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Conduct_A_Job_Interview_-_5_Helpful_Tips_1394273x1215005893.htm Talk to most people about a notebook, and they think you're talking about a small computer. And whilst, I appreciate the ideal of a super slim, super small laptop, to me they will never be notebooks. The time has come to reclaim the word notebook from the technology fiends, and return it to its rightful place as something with paper that you write in with a pen. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 16:59:57 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Notebooks_-_Old-School_Vs_New-School_1394247x1214773197.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Notebooks_-_Old-School_Vs_New-School_1394247x1214773197.htm This article summarises some of the principles of writing good English. Sections include: writing and communication, attributes of writing, good writing. 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What a powerful combination of thoughts, ideas and technology with a wider reach open for the reporters and laymen alike. Marketing is assuming newer meanings with each passing day and online marketing has attained a cult status amongst the news/reporting channels. Sat, 28 Jun 2008 23:28:23 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Press_Release_Optimization_-_A_Wider_Base_For_the_News_Reports_in_the_Audience_1479135x1214710103.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Press_Release_Optimization_-_A_Wider_Base_For_the_News_Reports_in_the_Audience_1479135x1214710103.htm In writing a life story, it is important to pay attention to three aspects: action, character, and setting. These will enhance your story every time. To neglect these elements is to risk having your story fall flat. 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Thu, 26 Jun 2008 16:22:43 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/When_Smart_Authors_Get_Taken_1479279x1214511763.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/When_Smart_Authors_Get_Taken_1479279x1214511763.htm This article will explain what a parent input statement is, and how a parent of a child with disabilities can use the statement in an IEP meeting. By having a pre written statement you will be able to participate in your child's IEP meeting. Wed, 25 Jun 2008 23:21:28 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Use_a_Parent_Input_Statement_to_Benefit_Your_Childs_Education_1394311x1214450488.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Use_a_Parent_Input_Statement_to_Benefit_Your_Childs_Education_1394311x1214450488.htm If your hair is a mess, you fix it because everyone sees it. That is part of your visual image. If your voice is a mess; i.e., if it is nasal, or possibly too soft or too loud, childlike, or monotone, why wouldn't you fix it? Bear in mind, what you hear on your voicemail is how you are recognized by everyone else. THAT voice is your vocal image! Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:58:05 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Which_Do_You_Prefer_-_Your_Voice_on_Your_Answering_Machine_Or_the_One_You_Hear_in_Your_Head_1479006x1214258285.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Which_Do_You_Prefer_-_Your_Voice_on_Your_Answering_Machine_Or_the_One_You_Hear_in_Your_Head_1479006x1214258285.htm So you've written a book, now what? This article explains the different ways to get your book in print. Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:59:37 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_Should_You_Self-Publish_Your_Book_1479005x1214240377.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_Should_You_Self-Publish_Your_Book_1479005x1214240377.htm Many people are intimidated by the idea of touch-typing - it just sounds difficult! However, anyone can learn touch-typing with a little effort. In actuality, touch-typing is like any other skill that one can learn; with practice, it becomes second nature. Sun, 22 Jun 2008 00:29:48 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/A_New_Way_to_Learn_Touch-Typing_1479009x1214108988.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/A_New_Way_to_Learn_Touch-Typing_1479009x1214108988.htm Would you be willing to invest just 20 hours to gain the advantages of touch-typing? Then Learn Touch Typing is for you! This software takes a customizable approach to touch-typing, offering keyboard diagrams that show you which fingers match with the keys. You will start by learning basic typing skills through a system that uses audio and visual directions; you will hear the virtual teacher say the letter you should type and see the letter light up on the virtual keyboard. Sat, 21 Jun 2008 14:20:11 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Touch-Typing_For_Everyone_1479008x1214072411.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Touch-Typing_For_Everyone_1479008x1214072411.htm In today's computer-dependent world, typing skills have become more important than ever before. It's no longer enough to be an average typist; the businessman or woman needs to be able to take dictation, type flawlessly, and do it all at high speed! You can now learn touch-typing by investing only 20 hours. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 03:15:58 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Learn_Touch_Typing_Fast!_1479010x1213859758.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Learn_Touch_Typing_Fast!_1479010x1213859758.htm Realistically, budding writers get a kick out of signing their manuscripts with a flourish. Why not give them Cross pens to spur them on to greater heights? If you are one of these wannabes, you can also give yourself a set; these writing tips will get you going. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 01:14:36 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Cross_Pens_-_As_Gifts_and_Starting_A_Writing_Career_1368615x1207113276.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Cross_Pens_-_As_Gifts_and_Starting_A_Writing_Career_1368615x1207113276.htm As writers we have to be not just poets, but painters. A painter has to decide what details to keep in, and what to leave out. What bogs down so many memoirs is an abundance of deadly detail. Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:15:31 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Basic_Tips_on_Writing_Memoirs_1380496x1206713731.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Basic_Tips_on_Writing_Memoirs_1380496x1206713731.htm The coolest thing about having a writers job is that you can work where ever you want, most writers get paid writing from the comfort of their own homes. How good is that! One of the perks of becoming a professional writer I guess. There are many writers looking for work in Australia, Melbourne (must be something in the water!) The following is some advice for writers generally and some ideas about where to get work. Fri, 21 Mar 2008 19:44:19 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Writing_Jobs_Australia_-_Melbourne_1489747x1206143059.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Writing_Jobs_Australia_-_Melbourne_1489747x1206143059.htm If you are planning to find thesis writing materials, you need to know exactly what your topic is and how you will convey your information. You want to have a broad range for your topic to cover everything, but not to board to lose the scope of the issue that you will be stressing. If your paper requires any special equipment to demonstrate or experiment, you need to have available equipment or somewhere to go to use the equipment. Mon, 17 Mar 2008 22:23:02 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Thesis_Writing_Material_And_Where_To_Find_It_1331091x1205806982.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Thesis_Writing_Material_And_Where_To_Find_It_1331091x1205806982.htm Perhaps you would like to become one of the women who write for magazines. Here are some magazine submission tips that will help you get started. Sun, 16 Mar 2008 04:37:58 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Attention_Women_Authors!_Get_Your_Articles_Noticed_by_Magazine_Editors_1380495x1205656678.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Attention_Women_Authors!_Get_Your_Articles_Noticed_by_Magazine_Editors_1380495x1205656678.htm The art of correct grammar usage is fading. Words such as "and", "but" and "so" are now being used to begin sentences. Fri, 14 Mar 2008 15:35:06 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Is_Our_Grammar_Really_That_Bad_1486829x1205523306.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Is_Our_Grammar_Really_That_Bad_1486829x1205523306.htm What Can a Freelance Writer Do For You? Freelance writers can tackle any writing or editing project you may have, including: articles, reports, web content, proofreading, press releases, reviews, business plans, ghostwriting, e-books, brochures, letters, print ads, speeches, presentations, newsletters, scripts, contracts, questionnaires, training manuals, and more. Freelance writers can also do research, planning, brain storming, organizing, and branding. Additionally, many modern freelance writers are very knowledgeable about search engine optimization (SEO). Fri, 14 Mar 2008 11:27:21 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Hiring_a_Freelance_Writer_1479015x1205508441.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Hiring_a_Freelance_Writer_1479015x1205508441.htm a story it can bring us to tears, or send shivers down our back. It the story that takes us away from everyday life's mundane existence. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 05:08:27 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Story_Telling_1252813x1205399307.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Story_Telling_1252813x1205399307.htm I have compiled a list of book report guidelines that a great to follow. For better skills in writing follow this checklist: Always underline a book's title Never start a sentence with words such as But, Because, And Or Spell out numbers one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine and ten Remember numbers from twenty-one through ninety-nine all have hyphens in them. Avoid using slang. Sat, 23 Feb 2008 22:30:14 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Book_Report_Guideline_to_Follow_1356729x1203823814.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Book_Report_Guideline_to_Follow_1356729x1203823814.htm When you listen to a speech, does it put you to sleep? Do you enjoy the speech more with vocal variety? When you are bored with the speaker, you can easily start squirming in your chair or fall asleep and start snoring loudly. Sat, 16 Feb 2008 04:28:23 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/3_Ways_to_Achieve_Vocal_Variety_When_You_Speak_1186182x1203154103.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/3_Ways_to_Achieve_Vocal_Variety_When_You_Speak_1186182x1203154103.htm When autocrats have total control of a nation: when fear and the dread of dungeons force dissidents to crawl like coward crabs into holes of hopelessness: when journalists stare lies in the face, and report that all is well, truth will always bear fruits of the fearless few who "Will" use their pens as swords. Their pens will pry, prod, poke and push pieces of paper through impenetrable walls to produce stories--most times written on paper dyed red with blood and despair of persons who dared to speak truth to power. Many perished for crimes as simple as looking different from the judge/jury/executioner. Those stories are our only clues sometimes, as to what really transpires behind autocratic fences. Mon, 11 Feb 2008 22:41:54 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Perishable_Pens_Maul_Mighty_Mens_Swords_-_Sometimes!_1052071x1202787714.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Perishable_Pens_Maul_Mighty_Mens_Swords_-_Sometimes!_1052071x1202787714.htm Many groups and societies award works of Science Fiction and Fantasy. Whether you're looking for a good read, or looking to get some recognition for your own work, these awards are worth checking out! Sun, 10 Feb 2008 20:21:07 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Science_Fiction_and_Fantasy_Writing_Awards_1084936x1202692867.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Science_Fiction_and_Fantasy_Writing_Awards_1084936x1202692867.htm School is never out for high achievers. These are the people who are the most successful. They understand that the key to success is that if you are not growing and improving in all phases of your life you will be left behind. Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:28:01 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Grow_Or_Be_Left_Behind_1365469x1202646481.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Grow_Or_Be_Left_Behind_1365469x1202646481.htm I have compiled a list of ten new book report ideas to choose from. You are sure to find something you need from this group. Wed, 06 Feb 2008 08:57:00 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/10_New_Book_Report_Ideas_To_Ease_Your_Mind_1338787x1202306220.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/10_New_Book_Report_Ideas_To_Ease_Your_Mind_1338787x1202306220.htm When we click on a URL, we expect to see a website that provides us information about the company or person and some more related details. And of course, the presence of impressive logos and pictures will add to the pleasure of browsing through that particular site. Tue, 05 Feb 2008 21:42:56 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Content_Writers_-_Setting_Up_Your_Expectation_907206x1202265776.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Content_Writers_-_Setting_Up_Your_Expectation_907206x1202265776.htm There are common people, students, moms etc, who earn easy money by writing articles. This article explains how. Sun, 03 Feb 2008 04:33:41 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Article_Writing_And_Earning_Money_Online_1252814x1202031221.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Article_Writing_And_Earning_Money_Online_1252814x1202031221.htm Writing for excellence. Essay articles are not created equal, so are the writers. These are all dependent on the abilities and writing styles of the authors. With vast resources available and new issues emerging everyday, the best article is able to catch on and bridge the gap between the old and the new. This will always hinge on the way the new thought from an old idea was presented. Fri, 01 Feb 2008 16:30:35 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Can_You_Write_an_Essay_983841x1201901435.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Can_You_Write_an_Essay_983841x1201901435.htm There are few things in life as important as telling your story so that your future loved ones and family members can intimately know you. Legacy writing is a life transforming experience, and one that a family can cherish for generations to come. Put your life in writing. Write your legacy. Write your memoir. Here's how! Fri, 01 Feb 2008 02:38:19 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Legacy_Writing_-_19_Questions_to_Help_You_Put_Your_Life_on_Paper_983842x1201851499.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Legacy_Writing_-_19_Questions_to_Help_You_Put_Your_Life_on_Paper_983842x1201851499.htm If you go into any supermarket in England and inspect the fruit, you may be pleased to see that some of the apples are bagged up and labelled 'Class 1'. However, looking around, you may be surprised to note that there aren't any corresponding bags marked 'Class 2'. It seems to be Class 1 or nothing! Wed, 30 Jan 2008 01:33:06 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Club_Class_948371x1201674786.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Club_Class_948371x1201674786.htm You have a great idea but you're not a writer and you need help. Not to fret; you can produce that story or book with the help of a ghostwriter-someone who writes the words that you publish in your own name. Tue, 29 Jan 2008 23:10:31 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Find_an_Editor_or_Ghostwriter_1052068x1201666231.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Find_an_Editor_or_Ghostwriter_1052068x1201666231.htm In 2007, I started to do SEO article writing. Even though I've been freelancing since 1993, this is a very new form of writing for me. To date, most of my clients had been small business owners who commission newsletters, brochure copy, articles for their websites, etc. Mon, 28 Jan 2008 05:21:29 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_I_Went_From_0_Clients_to_Making_$250-Day_in_Less_than_3_Weeks_Writing_SEO_Articles_1331092x1201515689.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_I_Went_From_0_Clients_to_Making_$250-Day_in_Less_than_3_Weeks_Writing_SEO_Articles_1331092x1201515689.htm Writing an ebook can be enjoyable and profitable if you do it right. Here are some ideas to help you get started. Sun, 27 Jan 2008 12:57:13 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Ebook_Writing_Tips_And_Techniques_For_You_800528x1201456633.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Ebook_Writing_Tips_And_Techniques_For_You_800528x1201456633.htm It's very difficult to know what you should pay a ghostwriter for writing a book. But there are acceptable professional rates. Find out how much professional book writers charge, what is fair exchange, and how to spot a non-professional book writer in seconds. Sat, 26 Jan 2008 21:20:37 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Ghostwriting,_Book_Writing_-_What_You_Should_Expect_To_Pay_For_Professional_Book_Writing_Services_1368614x1201400437.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Ghostwriting,_Book_Writing_-_What_You_Should_Expect_To_Pay_For_Professional_Book_Writing_Services_1368614x1201400437.htm Any youngster born in the late '70s or early '80s could tell you what the first audio cassette he ever bought was. Children born more recently could tell similar stories, but they would be about CDs, MP3s, or other technology. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 07:32:19 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Audio_Cassettes_-_Nostalgia_Keeps_Them_Alive_1168418x1201264339.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Audio_Cassettes_-_Nostalgia_Keeps_Them_Alive_1168418x1201264339.htm It is easy to assume you know the audience - the ones for whom you are writing or to whom you are speaking. You do, but sometimes you need to do an analysis to avoid overlooking important details. It will help you be a better communicator and leader. Mon, 21 Jan 2008 21:31:00 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Ten_Things_Leaders_Need_to_Know_About_Audience_Analysis_1174123x1200969060.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Ten_Things_Leaders_Need_to_Know_About_Audience_Analysis_1174123x1200969060.htm Free Lance Writers do not always have the bacon to fry up in the pan; sometimes there comes a time when you need to find the bacon bits to put on the green stuff. Here are a few "shakers" to find bacon bits that can fill up your platter. Sun, 20 Jan 2008 19:48:17 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Bacon_Bits_1202336x1200876497.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Bacon_Bits_1202336x1200876497.htm I don't know the meaning of writer's block and why, because I'm not writing for the world, but for me and my passion for storytelling. What I write, I want to loan to the world to read, but when it comes down to it, why do we write? Wed, 16 Jan 2008 11:55:01 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Writers_Block_-_Whats_That_1052069x1200502501.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Writers_Block_-_Whats_That_1052069x1200502501.htm Water was seeping through the wall tiles in the upstairs bathroom and now it was time to get a new plastic tub surround unit. Dave and Robin hopped in their old Toyota pickup to seek out the best deal at one of the numerous building supply places in the next city. They struck a great deal on one and strapped it to the back of the pickup box and drove to a pub in their town for a celebratory lunch. While they sat at their table they could see the truck, but the long white cardboard box was no longer there... Wed, 16 Jan 2008 01:17:36 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Tub_Surround_that_Escaped_Captivity!_756006x1200464256.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Tub_Surround_that_Escaped_Captivity!_756006x1200464256.htm Select the right English tutor NYC to give your best performance by learning from the best. As the world becomes a smaller place, there is one language that is binding us to each other. Be it for business, education or just social communication, English is the common language spoken by people across the world. Sun, 13 Jan 2008 21:35:41 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Speak_Well,_Read_Well_And_Write_Well_With_English_Tutor_NYC_1216483x1200278141.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Speak_Well,_Read_Well_And_Write_Well_With_English_Tutor_NYC_1216483x1200278141.htm Why are people so dense? Why won't they do what's good for them? Men in white coats have been sweating in labs for many years to invent the perfect e-book reader, so why aren't they everywhere? Why can't people just ditch those smelly, crumbly, rotting woody things called 'books' and start living in Century 21? Sat, 12 Jan 2008 07:46:58 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Alternatives_to_Books_790047x1200142018.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Alternatives_to_Books_790047x1200142018.htm Many writers think that only the quality of their writing matters in creating a best seller. But applying the 2,000 percent solution process can exponentially expand their readership beyond what writing alone can accomplish. This article describes how anyone can become a business book writer who achieves the same reading levels as those with best sellers. Sat, 12 Jan 2008 05:42:28 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Reach_Best_Seller_Reading_Levels_by_Taking_the_Road_Less_Traveled_998161x1200134548.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Reach_Best_Seller_Reading_Levels_by_Taking_the_Road_Less_Traveled_998161x1200134548.htm When can you tell that you're a REAL writer instead of being a mere aspirant? Here's one major clue, says this top speaker, best-selling author, and TV commentator. Sun, 06 Jan 2008 11:14:56 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Youre_a_Real_Writer_When_Not-Writing_is_Not_an_Option_1168420x1199636096.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Youre_a_Real_Writer_When_Not-Writing_is_Not_an_Option_1168420x1199636096.htm Discover how to write a book that keeps them reading to the end. Make it compelling enough and your book readers will tell all their friends about your great book. Sun, 06 Jan 2008 10:18:00 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_Your_First_Book_Like_a_Pro_to_Sell_Longer_740819x1199632680.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_Your_First_Book_Like_a_Pro_to_Sell_Longer_740819x1199632680.htm Unpublished authors are swamped by advice. Is any of it any good? Internet Author Mike Scantlebury comes out swinging, challenging the idea that 'timing is everything', especially away from the world of Traditional Publishing and out on the frontier of writing and the internet. It's a thrilling world out there, full of possibilities. Try it! Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:58:28 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Timing_769377x1199613508.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Timing_769377x1199613508.htm Citing your paper in Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA) formats depend mostly on the subject you are writing on. Mainly, APA style citations are used to cite writings that have a social science focus... Sun, 06 Jan 2008 02:43:47 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Basic_Differences_of_APA_and_MLA_Formats_907205x1199605427.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Basic_Differences_of_APA_and_MLA_Formats_907205x1199605427.htm Which word would you use when two words sound alike? Get some tips for picking out the right one. Sat, 05 Jan 2008 15:46:50 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Words_-_Use_the_Right_One_1025988x1199566010.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Words_-_Use_the_Right_One_1025988x1199566010.htm I propose a New Years resolution that will definitely change your life. I want you to learn to sing and speak with powerful and clear diction. Read on to accept the challenge! Tue, 01 Jan 2008 09:33:09 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Vocal_Training_-_Singers,_Public_Speakers,_Actors_and_All_People_must_Communicate_Clear_Diction_1248974x1199197989.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Vocal_Training_-_Singers,_Public_Speakers,_Actors_and_All_People_must_Communicate_Clear_Diction_1248974x1199197989.htm One of the most effective means for creating an additional income stream with your book is through a simple website (direct response.) It's easy once you know the steps to setup your selling machine. Here are 5 simple steps to rake in the book sales with a direct response mini web site: Tue, 01 Jan 2008 07:37:10 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Pump_Up_Book_Sales_with_a_Mini_Web_Site_756010x1199191030.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Pump_Up_Book_Sales_with_a_Mini_Web_Site_756010x1199191030.htm With the growth of social media and marketing techniques like online article marketing, it seems that everyone is a writer of one sort or another. In fact, I've read a handful of articles that assure the reading public that anyone can write. While this may be technically true, those of us who write for a living know that it isn't as easy as it sounds. There is much more to the craft than meets the eye. Tue, 01 Jan 2008 02:19:17 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Five_Ways_to_Shine_as_a_Professional_Writer_1052070x1199171957.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Five_Ways_to_Shine_as_a_Professional_Writer_1052070x1199171957.htm Are you finished writing your book? Congratulations! But wait, does your book title still need work? Most working titles should never make it through the final edit. Titles are one of the most important aspects of your book's selling power. Getting this wrong could mean your book never receives the attention your message deserves. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 21:05:38 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Write_Your_Book_Title_to_Top_Seller_Status_983839x1199153138.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Write_Your_Book_Title_to_Top_Seller_Status_983839x1199153138.htm I've been doing genealogy research for over 12 years. It has been a great adventure meeting long lost relatives, finding relatives I never knew existed and learning the stories of their lives. It was great fun. They told me their stories and I told them mine. Sat, 29 Dec 2007 08:51:56 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Happened_to_George_Frederick_Hopf_My_Brick_Wall_-_My_Grandfather_998160x1198936316.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Happened_to_George_Frederick_Hopf_My_Brick_Wall_-_My_Grandfather_998160x1198936316.htm Word stress has a significant impact on the intelligibility of your message. Learn some basic rules in Standard English and how they compare to a specific case study: Singapore English. Fri, 28 Dec 2007 16:17:09 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/English_Word_Stress_-_Stressing_Two_Syllable_Words_Correctly_756018x1198876629.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/English_Word_Stress_-_Stressing_Two_Syllable_Words_Correctly_756018x1198876629.htm The fastest and easiest way to pick up Spanish is to start with basic grammar, and have some cool reasons for learning the language. Just a few simple rules is all it takes. Mon, 24 Dec 2007 14:03:59 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/10_Reasons_to_Learn_Fluent_Spanish_689736x1198523039.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/10_Reasons_to_Learn_Fluent_Spanish_689736x1198523039.htm Remember that you want to make a good impression and that the preparation of your manuscript is the first step. When you're preparing a manuscript, whether it's an article, a short story, or a novel, there are certain styles that make your piece stand out. Mon, 24 Dec 2007 12:16:43 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Prepare_Your_Manuscript_1038383x1198516603.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Prepare_Your_Manuscript_1038383x1198516603.htm Close the doors. Don't let anyone else in. That seems to be the message from bureaucrats and rule makers the world over. Why? Is there really a question of Health and Safety? Or is it just that a man with a pen and a penchant for control has decided to make up a few rules, draw some boundaries and decide some outcomes. Is it necessary? Does it help? Thu, 20 Dec 2007 09:00:18 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Cut-Offs_1084935x1198159218.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Cut-Offs_1084935x1198159218.htm Many of us find ourselves tongue-tied or unable to do well in certain situations, confessing that we are poor conversationalists. How are others able to shine in this? Perhaps these guidelines might prove to be helpful: Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:23:52 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Good_Conversationlist_1186183x1198124632.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Good_Conversationlist_1186183x1198124632.htm Is your book title designed to hook your book readers? No. It should. Titles set the stage for your potential audience. They either work to grab your potential reader by the collar and pull them in for the read or they don't. Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:25:49 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Essential_Book_Title_Templates_to_Create_a_Top_Selling_Book_919936x1198103149.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Essential_Book_Title_Templates_to_Create_a_Top_Selling_Book_919936x1198103149.htm Laying the groundwork for the argument. There are many ways to begin the introductory paragraph of the 5 paragraph essay, but there are no rigid rules to follow. You can introduce a leading anecdote, description, quote, or even statistics at the beginning sentence. At this point, you are laying the foundation of your entire discussion. Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:02:42 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Proving_Your_Thesis_in_the_5_Paragraph_Essay_983840x1198069362.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Proving_Your_Thesis_in_the_5_Paragraph_Essay_983840x1198069362.htm There are millions of articles to read all over the net these days, some written by pros and some by amateurs. What I am repeatedly struck with however, is the constant and steady supply of poor grammar, bad spelling and incorrect word usage by otherwise great authors. Mon, 17 Dec 2007 15:25:59 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Please,_Write_Like_A_Pro_756005x1197923159.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Please,_Write_Like_A_Pro_756005x1197923159.htm Since the beginning of time man (and woman) has used stories to communicate. Choosing and creating the right story is critical to effectively communicating your message. If you don't select the right story to present or support your message, it won't matter how effective the telling of that story is. Here are tips on choosing and creating the stories to successfully convey your message. Sat, 15 Dec 2007 20:43:36 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Get_Your_Message_Across_by_Creating_Powerful_Stories_651786x1197769416.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Get_Your_Message_Across_by_Creating_Powerful_Stories_651786x1197769416.htm Learning to use stories for persuasion is a powerful tool. Storytelling is more potent than graphs and charts in presentations. Sat, 15 Dec 2007 17:00:23 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Master_of_Stories_1092713x1197756023.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Master_of_Stories_1092713x1197756023.htm Oscar Woodrow has to rough. His life is a living hell so he runs off into the woods to find some peace in himself. He wakes up in the middle of the night and can't remember anything that happened during the last day. Quickly he learns of the haunting happenings and can't even begin to comprehend them. Sat, 15 Dec 2007 07:33:44 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Abduction_657392x1197722024.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Abduction_657392x1197722024.htm The problem: you want to learn Spanish online, but you have no idea where to begin. Console Them: There are people like you who are learning to speak Spanish more fluently every day. Sat, 15 Dec 2007 04:48:52 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Best_Way_to_Learn_Spanish_-_3_QuickTips_756009x1197712132.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Best_Way_to_Learn_Spanish_-_3_QuickTips_756009x1197712132.htm Who needs money? Well, we live in a cash-based culture, so that must be everyone, right? Yes, we need funds but that doesn't mean we have to be in thrall to it. Break loose! Feel free! Fri, 14 Dec 2007 14:07:03 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Greed_784466x1197659223.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Greed_784466x1197659223.htm Many people are all too ready to make assumptions based on carelessly asked questions. Even more people have a difficult time getting the responses that they want because they have no idea how to ask the correct question. If you have never considered the importance of being exact and examining the details of your communications skills, whatever field they may be in. You may wish to read this article and see how you can start getting the answers that you want instead of receiving responses based on what people think you mean. Thu, 13 Dec 2007 22:25:36 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Learning_to_Ask_the_Correct_Question_-_How_Important_is_it_655160x1197602736.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Learning_to_Ask_the_Correct_Question_-_How_Important_is_it_655160x1197602736.htm Your first question might be: Why should I host a writing/publishing event? The answers are as varied as there are writers. You might be launching a new book and want the publicity such an event would bring. You might be interested in networking with other writers, publishers, editors and readers. You might be a masochist! :-) Tue, 11 Dec 2007 18:15:03 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Host_a_Writing_or_Publishing_Event_958814x1197414903.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Host_a_Writing_or_Publishing_Event_958814x1197414903.htm Is your book title equipped to do its job well? I mean is it written to help explain what's in your book in a few seconds? Does it capture the interest, engage, or shock the senses of your potential book reader? Sat, 08 Dec 2007 21:39:39 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/5_Book_Title_Mistakes_That_Block_A_New_Authors_Book_Success_756016x1197167979.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/5_Book_Title_Mistakes_That_Block_A_New_Authors_Book_Success_756016x1197167979.htm For some time I've shared my brain with a loud, intolerable voice that I've wanted to quiet. It inhabited a place that I couldn't access, and said things like 'who are you trying to kid, you can't do that'. 'What's the matter with you? You're way out of your league'. The sad thing is that I often believed it Fri, 07 Dec 2007 14:57:17 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Next_Voice_You_Hear_694340x1197057437.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Next_Voice_You_Hear_694340x1197057437.htm Your marketing plan provides an opportunity for you to consider the strategy you will take to get your book to your audience. Regardless of who publishes your book, the primary responsibility for marketing it successfully falls to you as the author. Generating your marketing plan before you write your book will help ensure that your book content, cover, publishing, and distribution all work together and support your marketing efforts. Thu, 06 Dec 2007 05:14:16 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Book_Marketing_Plan_-_Dont_Write_a_Word_Without_It_645881x1196936056.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Book_Marketing_Plan_-_Dont_Write_a_Word_Without_It_645881x1196936056.htm Blank cassette tapes are art in themselves. For decades these tapes were used to record and compile number of songs and to capture and retain some special moments. People gave these as a kind of gifts to others. Blank Tapes were also passed among friends as a way of sharing music. Wed, 05 Dec 2007 23:51:30 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Blank_Cassette_Tapes_-_History,_Importance,_And_Resilience_1168419x1196916690.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Blank_Cassette_Tapes_-_History,_Importance,_And_Resilience_1168419x1196916690.htm Using your core values in the way you speak about your company, present your company to the public, and write about your company in your marketing, will have a DYNAMIC impact on your bottom line. Learn how to use your core values to increase your revenue today! Sun, 02 Dec 2007 04:48:44 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Got_Core_Values_The_Quickest_Way_to_Increase_Your_Revenue_by_Using_the_Right_Words!_784467x1196588924.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Got_Core_Values_The_Quickest_Way_to_Increase_Your_Revenue_by_Using_the_Right_Words!_784467x1196588924.htm This article explains the situations when we use present tenses to talk about future. Sat, 01 Dec 2007 12:07:12 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/When_Should_You_Use_Present_Tenses_To_Talk_About_Future_637324x1196528832.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/When_Should_You_Use_Present_Tenses_To_Talk_About_Future_637324x1196528832.htm Most people don't have particularly pleasant experiences of the first time that they were asked to speak before an audience. The experience itself varies from one person to another and the symptoms include everything from sweating, shaking nervously, stuttering, bowing your head down while speaking and sometimes in more extreme cases -fainting. All these symptoms that are being exhibited are all essentially related to one thing - fear. Fri, 30 Nov 2007 21:43:20 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Benefits_of_Public_Speaking_Training_948369x1196477000.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Benefits_of_Public_Speaking_Training_948369x1196477000.htm The amazing changes in printing technology has made it possible for self published books to be produced with a level of quality that can rival that of books done by traditional publishers. In the past the look and feel of a self published book was the telltale sign that it wasn't a "normal" book. The design (of both text and cover) was often poor and the paper sometimes badly cut. These days print on demand companies can offer similar, if not the same, technology used by traditional publishers and they can do it without requiring print runs of thousands of copies that often ended up unsold in authors' garages and basements. Thu, 29 Nov 2007 07:03:58 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Rise_of_Self_Publishing_907207x1196337838.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Rise_of_Self_Publishing_907207x1196337838.htm Keeping senior management informed on various projects and other business activities can be a challenge, because their time is at a premium. Briefing notes are the answer. This article provides an overview of the structure of a briefing note and how to write one. Thu, 29 Nov 2007 05:35:12 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Briefing_Notes_Keep_Everyone_In_The_Loop_694341x1196332512.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Briefing_Notes_Keep_Everyone_In_The_Loop_694341x1196332512.htm Not too long ago the publishing industry was composed of owners and executives devoted to the preservation of quality literature. People who would take risks to introduce new talents and new ideas. Sadly, those lofty principles have fallen victim to the new standard - the bottom line. Today, major publishing houses seldom take risks. They place their money behind sure bets, books about or by show biz celebrities, political figures or other notables, often bypassing highly talented new writers. But there are new alternatives that make it far easier to see your words in print. Thu, 29 Nov 2007 00:43:23 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Whether_a_Senior_or_Younger_Most_Beginners_Find_the_Publishing_World_Befuddling_730063x1196315003.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Whether_a_Senior_or_Younger_Most_Beginners_Find_the_Publishing_World_Befuddling_730063x1196315003.htm When choosing somebody to proof read your ezine articles before publication, you must make sure the person to be given the honour will not be afraid to give you an honest unvarnished opinion (good or bad!). Tue, 27 Nov 2007 07:00:31 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Ezine_Article_Writing_Tips_-_The_Best_Person_To_Proofread_Your_Articles_641572x1196164831.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Ezine_Article_Writing_Tips_-_The_Best_Person_To_Proofread_Your_Articles_641572x1196164831.htm The introduction of the internet has made it possible for people all across the world to communicate with one another quite easily.The need for the ability to communicate across cultural boundaries has developed due to this new global economy. The following tips are offered to help ease the transition into different cultures. Mon, 26 Nov 2007 20:32:13 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Communicating_Across_Cultures_671344x1196127133.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Communicating_Across_Cultures_671344x1196127133.htm Is your book title the best it can be? Could it use some work to do its job effectively? Don't let your book get lost in the sea of information streaming into your reader's consciousness each day. Instead, write a sizzling title designed to hook your potential readers and draw them in for the read. Mon, 26 Nov 2007 17:17:17 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Book_Title_Templates_That_Grab_Your_Book_Readers_By_the_Collar_1038384x1196115437.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Book_Title_Templates_That_Grab_Your_Book_Readers_By_the_Collar_1038384x1196115437.htm With vast resources available to writers of the computer age, we should be the most literate journalists and authors in the universe. A few clicks and that political editorial, how-to article, that endless thesis on the endangered Iberian lynx can be completed in relative sonic time compared to previous generations. But are we too rushed or too lazy to research the validity of our sources? Sun, 25 Nov 2007 19:20:52 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Public_Citizen_as_Journalist-Whos_Literate,_Whos_Not_631372x1196036452.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Public_Citizen_as_Journalist-Whos_Literate,_Whos_Not_631372x1196036452.htm Freelance writers who manage to land that elusive (but lucrative) business client often lose the work because of their own faux-pas. Business people and writers may live at different ends of the spectrum, but a smart writer can keep the gig by learning how to take good care of the business client. Fri, 23 Nov 2007 18:36:53 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Secret_Tips_for_Keeping_Business_Clients_Happy_With_Your_Freelance_Writing_Services_1493200x1195861013.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Secret_Tips_for_Keeping_Business_Clients_Happy_With_Your_Freelance_Writing_Services_1493200x1195861013.htm Email has become a primary communications medium for many of us. It is (generally) reliable, allows for mass communication, and it lets you respond in your own time. However, many of these messages are poorly composed, difficult to read, and unclear as to the purpose. Of course, this makes it very difficult to manage the volume of email. So, here is my list of 21 tips for email etiquette. By following them you should make both your life and the recipient's life easier, and make the volume of email a little easier to manage. Thu, 22 Nov 2007 23:28:50 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/21_Tips_For_Email_Etiquette_1487163x1195792130.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/21_Tips_For_Email_Etiquette_1487163x1195792130.htm You may be asking "What if I'm not a professional writer?" You can still write your professional book and start earning in a few months. I am convinced your audience is waiting on your insightful expertise to help solve their problems. All it takes is a little know how to write your book like a pro. Start by solving your readers' problems using your expert knowledge. Thu, 22 Nov 2007 23:08:38 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_a_Book_Like_a_Pro_and_Profit_Sooner_919937x1195790918.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_a_Book_Like_a_Pro_and_Profit_Sooner_919937x1195790918.htm This article informs readers on how to get started writing for publication. For those wanting to promote themselves or their business, as well as for those who simply dream of being a published author, these five steps will help them begin moving towards that first by line. Thu, 22 Nov 2007 06:42:38 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/5_Steps_to_Writing_for_a_Business_Boost,_Increased_Web_Site_Traffic,_Expert_Status_or_Just_Plain_Fun_730062x1195731758.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/5_Steps_to_Writing_for_a_Business_Boost,_Increased_Web_Site_Traffic,_Expert_Status_or_Just_Plain_Fun_730062x1195731758.htm Are you writing a one time event book? If so, you must change your thinking. Think multiplication. Think series. Don't look at your book as a one time or a one title event. Begin to look at it as the beginning of your successful author journey. Wed, 21 Nov 2007 17:15:35 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Write_Your_First_Book_to_Build_Multiple_Streams_of_Income_621479x1195683335.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Write_Your_First_Book_to_Build_Multiple_Streams_of_Income_621479x1195683335.htm Walking audio tapes are the perfect way to pass the time during your low-impact walking workouts. The benefits of walking regarding weight loss, cardio-vascular health, boosting energy and relaxation have been proven, but sometimes it is easy for a walking workout to become stale and boring. Wed, 21 Nov 2007 12:36:12 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Walking_Audio_Tapes_For_Your_Health_631373x1195666572.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Walking_Audio_Tapes_For_Your_Health_631373x1195666572.htm In grammar there are eight parts of speech which break down into four major parts and four minor parts. A part of speech is a category assigned to a word or a phrase. Tue, 20 Nov 2007 09:03:09 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Recognizing_the_Four_Major_Parts_of_Speech_1492439x1195567389.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Recognizing_the_Four_Major_Parts_of_Speech_1492439x1195567389.htm Often when we get blocked it is because we need to write on a particular subject or for a particular assignment, and we may be feeling stressed about doing a good job. Mon, 19 Nov 2007 15:27:46 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Tips_for_Writers_Block_756007x1195504066.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Tips_for_Writers_Block_756007x1195504066.htm The Hollywood writers are out in full force writing articles in the media and news using all possible sources to tell their side of the story. They want more money, well, I suppose that goes for about 95% of the people in our society, this is nothing new. Unfortunately, by them demanding more money and going on strike they are upsetting regular Americans, as the TV shows are going into re-runs and no one likes re-runs. Mon, 19 Nov 2007 10:56:16 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Hollywood_Writers_Strike_Hurting_Legitimate_Writers_Outside_of_La_La_Land_948370x1195487776.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Hollywood_Writers_Strike_Hurting_Legitimate_Writers_Outside_of_La_La_Land_948370x1195487776.htm Choose the right time and place to start your novel. How to decide if it should be chapter one or a prologue and why. Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:38:34 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Hook_Your_Reader_645880x1195382314.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Hook_Your_Reader_645880x1195382314.htm Xulon Press, a Christian book publisher, provides 10 reasons to choose a publisher. The publisher owned by Salem Communications gives authors some guidelines, but fails to fulfill many promises to its authors. Fri, 16 Nov 2007 19:45:36 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Reasons_to_Choose_A_Publisher_-_Beware_of_Christian_Claims_&_Xulon_Press_Promises_756012x1195260336.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Reasons_to_Choose_A_Publisher_-_Beware_of_Christian_Claims_&_Xulon_Press_Promises_756012x1195260336.htm Never be accused of standing and reading your visual support again - the thing audiences dislike the most! Here's how to determine what to put on the screen as an alternative that will help you create an "experience for your audience." Fri, 16 Nov 2007 09:00:00 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Romancing_the_Screen_657390x1195221600.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Romancing_the_Screen_657390x1195221600.htm Write tight is good advice no matter what you are writing, but especially today when you are developing search engine keyword ads. Here's why. The typical Google ad headline has a 25 character count maximum. Description lines one and two cannot exceed 35 characters each. Tolstoy and Faulkner would be in trouble. Let's review some best practices for writing text, or pay-per-click ads. Mon, 12 Nov 2007 22:19:43 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Write_Tight_615934x1194923983.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Write_Tight_615934x1194923983.htm Freelance writers spend a lot of time trying to find writing gigs. They need a balanced client list - online clients and local clients. Here are a few tips on how to find writing gigs in your own backyard. Sat, 10 Nov 2007 06:35:48 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Tips_to_Help_You_Find_Writing_Gigs_Locally_600579x1194694548.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Tips_to_Help_You_Find_Writing_Gigs_Locally_600579x1194694548.htm Until a few years ago, authors considered self-publishing only after being turned down by traditional publishers. Times have changed. Because publishers now shift much of the business and promotional responsibilities to their authors, all of them must be active participants in order to succeed. Fri, 09 Nov 2007 23:42:08 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Traditional_or_Self_Publishing_–_Which_is_Right_for_Your_Nonfiction_Book_625924x1194669728.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Traditional_or_Self_Publishing_–_Which_is_Right_for_Your_Nonfiction_Book_625924x1194669728.htm Benefits of keeping a journal or diary. Outlines positive impact on self-improvement and improved writing. Journaling and diary-keeping has been around for hundreds of years. In fact, through personal diaries we have been able to discover information about the creation of our country and government, as well as the people who lived during this time period. We have been able to learn about the lives of historical figures throughout the world. Thu, 08 Nov 2007 15:45:28 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Benefits_of_Keeping_a_Journal_or_Diary_815987x1194554728.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Benefits_of_Keeping_a_Journal_or_Diary_815987x1194554728.htm If you are just starting out and don't have much money, this can cut down on your marketing costs by hundreds of dollars... you can spend less than $10 and have a couple of hundred new leads at your fingertips - each and every month. Guaranteed! Tue, 06 Nov 2007 23:12:39 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Freelance_Writers_-_How_to_Get_Fresh_Leads_Who_Desperately_Need_Your_Services_677994x1194408759.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Freelance_Writers_-_How_to_Get_Fresh_Leads_Who_Desperately_Need_Your_Services_677994x1194408759.htm Newspaper publishing offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to live a prosperous and flexible lifestyle, provided that they understand certain keys to succeeding in the publishing industry. Advertising renewals is the key to the dream life in the world of newspaper publishing. Renewals work like this: new advertisers typically sign a contract to place their ad in a predetermined number of issues. Tue, 06 Nov 2007 09:27:54 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Keys_To_Success_In_Publishing_Your_Own_Newspaper_790048x1194359274.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Keys_To_Success_In_Publishing_Your_Own_Newspaper_790048x1194359274.htm Christmas carols are already in the air and the anticipation for the holidays has begun. Time to think of gifts before the mob crowds the malls. Come Christmas, let kind thoughts flow like rivers from Cross fountain pens. Tue, 06 Nov 2007 01:25:58 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Christmas_Songs_and_Thoughts_and_Cross_Fountain_Pens_790049x1194330358.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Christmas_Songs_and_Thoughts_and_Cross_Fountain_Pens_790049x1194330358.htm The important word here is all. All refers to Singers of all ages and styles, Public Speakers who have a membership with Toastmasters Inc or specialize in Speaking at Corporate Seminars, Actors who need to project their Voice with Power and Clear Diction and Athletes who need to improve their Oxygen Intake for Optimum Physical Performance. Mon, 05 Nov 2007 18:14:54 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Vocal_Training_-_Breathing_Exercises_For_Singers,_Public_Speakers,_Actors_and_Athletes_790050x1194304494.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Vocal_Training_-_Breathing_Exercises_For_Singers,_Public_Speakers,_Actors_and_Athletes_790050x1194304494.htm Christian author Paul Davis publishing with Xulon Press examines morality in publishing and asks what is worse? Lying or one's sexual and spiritual orientation? Xulon Press owned by Salem Communications seemingly says sexual and spiritual orientation comes before ethics and honesty. Mon, 05 Nov 2007 13:47:32 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Silver,_Gift_of_a_Lifetime_756013x1194288452.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Silver,_Gift_of_a_Lifetime_756013x1194288452.htm There is no doubt that strong communication skills are extremely important. It is sad to say that any career advancement opportunities will probably pass you by if you possess poor communication skills. Mon, 05 Nov 2007 05:23:29 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/With_Excellent_Communication_Skills,_Career_Advancement_Is_Possible_635299x1194258209.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/With_Excellent_Communication_Skills,_Career_Advancement_Is_Possible_635299x1194258209.htm Is your book title designed to hook your book readers? No. It should. Titles set the stage for your potential audience. They either work to grab your potential reader by the collar and pull them in for the read or they don't. Sun, 04 Nov 2007 18:27:56 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Essential_How_to_Write_a_Book_Title_Templates_to_Create_a_Top_Selling_Book_756015x1194218876.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Essential_How_to_Write_a_Book_Title_Templates_to_Create_a_Top_Selling_Book_756015x1194218876.htm There is a need to communicate - ask any businessman, everything boils down to the effectiveness of communication. As much as there is technical requirements in a workplace, if one cannot communicate effectively, nothing gets done or at least done in isolation that results in unappreciation, error, and ignored by team. If one does not communicate well with friends, or family members, there is tendency of becoming distant from them. How to harness the power of communication? To answer this, one need to understand the need for communication. Sun, 04 Nov 2007 01:48:57 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Bottom_Line_is_Communication_621478x1194158937.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Bottom_Line_is_Communication_621478x1194158937.htm Are you dreaming of writing and publishing a book? Yes. Then just do it. Not many things hold the potential for life changing experience like writing a book does. Sat, 03 Nov 2007 16:27:27 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/10_Book_Writing_Secrets_that_Aid_the_Self_Published_Author_784464x1194121647.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/10_Book_Writing_Secrets_that_Aid_the_Self_Published_Author_784464x1194121647.htm What weighs three pounds, has four hundred miles of blood vessels, and one hundred billion nerve cells or more? How could it possibly have anything to do with writing? Sat, 03 Nov 2007 16:19:57 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Top_Secret_Software_for_Writing_623657x1194121197.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Top_Secret_Software_for_Writing_623657x1194121197.htm Many people jump into article marketing before they even have a good grasp on the reason behind article marketing to begin with. I'm going to cover a simple, yet important concept in this article that you need to consider before you begin your article marketing campaign. Fri, 02 Nov 2007 05:52:22 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Easy_Article_Marketing_-_What_Is_Your_Purpose_594577x1193997142.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Easy_Article_Marketing_-_What_Is_Your_Purpose_594577x1193997142.htm An essay is a short piece of writing that generally shows the author's view on a particular subject. There are many different kinds of essays, including narrative, descriptive, and persuasive. Here are some tips for writing essays. Fri, 02 Nov 2007 01:16:11 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Essay_Writing_784465x1193980571.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Essay_Writing_784465x1193980571.htm If you are like millions of other Americans, you only have 1 language. However, in this day and age, it is highly important that you learn to speak 2 or even 3 or more languages! Wed, 31 Oct 2007 07:12:54 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Learn_Spanish_-_Beginner_Tips_756008x1193829174.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Learn_Spanish_-_Beginner_Tips_756008x1193829174.htm A soft cover book, perhaps 6" x 9" or other industry standard size for a trade paperback would be priced retail anywhere from $12 to $30 for consumer distribution, up to $50 for a professional book, and even higher for a textbook. An add-on CD might be $20, and a book plus CD package might sell for $40 minimum. Sun, 28 Oct 2007 12:31:53 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Return_On_Investment_of_a_Non-Fiction_Book_to_the_Author_657391x1193589113.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Return_On_Investment_of_a_Non-Fiction_Book_to_the_Author_657391x1193589113.htm Is your book manuscript as professional and compelling as it could be? Tell the truth; could it use some work to make it crisp and compelling? Yes. Keep reading if you need some tips to make your book writing pull readers in by the collar. Thu, 25 Oct 2007 10:38:24 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_a_Book_Like_a_Pro_to_Finish_Stronger_and_Sell_Longer_756014x1193323104.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_a_Book_Like_a_Pro_to_Finish_Stronger_and_Sell_Longer_756014x1193323104.htm A well constructed business letter has eight component parts. Here they are. In learning how to write a business letter, you need to know and understand the eight parts that should be included in any business letter. Here they are: Wed, 24 Oct 2007 19:55:39 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_a_Business_Letter_-_the_Eight_Component_Parts_619514x1193270139.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_a_Business_Letter_-_the_Eight_Component_Parts_619514x1193270139.htm Is there any better feeling in the world than the look on someones face when they have just read your latest piece of creative writing? For many, it is the fuel that keeps us going. It is like throwing dried apple wood on the creative fire that burns within a writers spirit. The flames grow and expand, and we get catch a whiff of that fragrance and ca not wait to start the whole creative writing process all over again. Tue, 23 Oct 2007 17:35:36 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Do_You_Want_to_Take_Your_Creative_Writing_to_the_Next_Level_756017x1193175336.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Do_You_Want_to_Take_Your_Creative_Writing_to_the_Next_Level_756017x1193175336.htm Here's a startling statistic: Over 80% of the population wants to write a book someday. However, only 1% will ever attempt it. That's a huge opportunity for ghostwriting! So, if you're a freelance writer, chances are you can make a lot more money as a ghostwriter Mon, 22 Oct 2007 11:42:42 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Ways_to_Find_Great-Paying_Ghostwriting_Jobs_756011x1193067762.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Ways_to_Find_Great-Paying_Ghostwriting_Jobs_756011x1193067762.htm Your book proposal needs one or two sample chapters. This article contains insider secrets to help you write them. Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:37:16 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Book_Proposal_Sample_Chapters_-_How_To_Write_Them_579434x1193027836.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Book_Proposal_Sample_Chapters_-_How_To_Write_Them_579434x1193027836.htm This article defines the fundamental but frequently neglected principles of persuasive communication. These principles are easily applicable to virtually all kinds of writing and speaking. It is based on the book In the "I" of the Storm: the Simple Secrets of Writing & Speaking (Almost) like a Professional. Sun, 21 Oct 2007 07:50:36 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Mathematics_of_Persuasive_Communication_579429x1192967436.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Mathematics_of_Persuasive_Communication_579429x1192967436.htm You might laugh. You might think it'll never work. But many freelance writers are laughing all the way to the bank. This is how I got my freelance writing business up and running, so I know it works - and I'm not alone. Sun, 21 Oct 2007 01:46:35 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Easy_Way_To_Get_More_Freelance_Writing_Gigs_590970x1192945595.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Easy_Way_To_Get_More_Freelance_Writing_Gigs_590970x1192945595.htm You've written a novel? Sure, you want to get it published. That's easy, if you're a robot. On the other hand, if you're a human being with genuine feelings, then you're going to stumble, fall, and eventually be totally defeated by the humiliation of rejection that seems to be the norm being handed out by Traditional Publishers. That's enough. If you want another way, try Internet Publishing. It works. Thu, 18 Oct 2007 10:24:03 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Have_Feelings_Too_579428x1192717443.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Have_Feelings_Too_579428x1192717443.htm Most people who have been abroad or who at some stage have studied other languages tend to think of themselves as fair linguists. Granted, whilst abroad, they may very well be able to order lunch and refreshments and converse on a basic level, however, when faced with written documentation, they very often find their ability somewhat lacking. Wed, 17 Oct 2007 22:14:59 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Get_Yourself_Out_Of_A_Scrape_With_Free_Online_Translation_Tools_623656x1192673699.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Get_Yourself_Out_Of_A_Scrape_With_Free_Online_Translation_Tools_623656x1192673699.htm When you first read a professionally written sales letter, you can find yourself gripped by the words, held in awe by the language, and, finally, reaching for your wallet so that you can pay for your future purchase. You might also find yourself surprised - how can such a letter exert so much power in only a single page, with brilliant illustrations, and only a few paragraphs of text? Tue, 16 Oct 2007 03:04:51 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Writing_For_Pleasing_Profits_-_Writing_A_Sales_Letter_Well_579446x1192518291.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Writing_For_Pleasing_Profits_-_Writing_A_Sales_Letter_Well_579446x1192518291.htm There can be moments when we have to speak or write and we do not know what to say or type. Where can we take our questions? Will we receive answers and solutions to our predicament? Mon, 15 Oct 2007 05:33:46 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/What_To_Write_and_Say_When_You_Do_Not_Know_What_To_Write_and_Say_603070x1192440826.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/What_To_Write_and_Say_When_You_Do_Not_Know_What_To_Write_and_Say_603070x1192440826.htm You're an author. You're feeling a little isolated, a bit lonely. You want comfort and encouragement. You ask for advice. Bad luck! What you get is unhelpful and contradictory. Better to ignore these offerings and get your work into print. On the internet. The only place that accepts whatever you have to offer and gives you feedback once the work is in print, not stifling your efforts before they ever see the light of day. Sun, 14 Oct 2007 21:08:23 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Advice_707862x1192410503.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Advice_707862x1192410503.htm Like the proverbial Ugly American who shouts in English when the language of the country is French, German or Swahili, my voice got louder and louder. Surprise, surprise! The class still didn't understand what I was trying to teach them. Sun, 14 Oct 2007 07:46:34 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Effective_Communication_-_4_Tips_(Each)_for_Writers,_Editors,_and_Trainers_600582x1192362394.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Effective_Communication_-_4_Tips_(Each)_for_Writers,_Editors,_and_Trainers_600582x1192362394.htm Many writers believe that a vanity/subsidy publisher will help them get a book published by a commercial book publisher. Unfortunately that's just not true. Sat, 13 Oct 2007 11:29:43 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Get_a_Book_Published_-_Will_a_POD_Book_Help_You_Get_a_Book_Published_579439x1192289383.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Get_a_Book_Published_-_Will_a_POD_Book_Help_You_Get_a_Book_Published_579439x1192289383.htm "If publishers won't promote your book and they take a huge percentage, what exactly do they do for the author?" The answer: more than you might think. Sat, 13 Oct 2007 10:06:25 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Good_Is_a_Traditional_Publisher_615932x1192284385.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Good_Is_a_Traditional_Publisher_615932x1192284385.htm Internet Authors set up scruffy and unprofessional web sites to display their wares. What does that remind you of? Why - the market stalls that clutter the pavements of downtown areas in cities all over the world. Maybe this 'new wave' doesn't need the plush offices of Traditional Publishers. Maybe they scorn the fripperies of clubs, lunches and award ceremonies. The question is - are the books any good? Sat, 13 Oct 2007 05:08:36 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_are_Market_Traders_664031x1192266516.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_are_Market_Traders_664031x1192266516.htm Do you need to make a speech? Perhaps write end-user help desk manuals, memos or a business letter? Write On! Creative Services provides One Stop Shopping! Fri, 12 Oct 2007 22:06:26 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Put_Your_Best_Foot_Forward_With_Well-Written_Communications_600580x1192241186.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Put_Your_Best_Foot_Forward_With_Well-Written_Communications_600580x1192241186.htm Will my book pass or sell in a crowded book market? Good question. Here are a few tips to help you know if your book will just pass or sell well before you even write it. Thu, 11 Oct 2007 11:02:52 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Write_Your_Non-Fiction_Book_to_Pass_or_Sell_in_a_Crowded_Book_Marketplace_621480x1192114972.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Write_Your_Non-Fiction_Book_to_Pass_or_Sell_in_a_Crowded_Book_Marketplace_621480x1192114972.htm When you first begin your freelance career - whether as a writer, photographer, web designer, graphic artist or whatever - you have to face the ultimate challenge: getting clients. Thu, 11 Oct 2007 05:04:59 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Second_Biggest_Mistake_Freelancers_Make_561442x1192093499.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Second_Biggest_Mistake_Freelancers_Make_561442x1192093499.htm I would like to introduce you to the pleasures and rewards of book reviewing. What give me the credentials to offer this report on book reviewing? Try this experiment. Google my name. You will see that most entries are either linked to my book, Vampire Readings, or to reviews I have posted online. Wed, 10 Oct 2007 21:54:55 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/3_Top_Reasons_to_Write_a_Book_Review_1473392x1192067695.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/3_Top_Reasons_to_Write_a_Book_Review_1473392x1192067695.htm Where are you in writing your book? Whether you are almost finished after 2 years or just beginning, these book writing tips may help you. You owe it to yourself and your important message to finish fast and sell sooner. Wed, 10 Oct 2007 17:12:10 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Book_Writing_Tips_to_Speed_Write_Your_Book_for_Maximum_Sales_Sooner_627941x1192050730.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Book_Writing_Tips_to_Speed_Write_Your_Book_for_Maximum_Sales_Sooner_627941x1192050730.htm Wedding speeches should be special and a scared text, therefore we are here to provide you the secrets of wedding speeches with special and free information. Wed, 10 Oct 2007 15:41:37 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Secrets_of_Free_Wedding_Speeches_611862x1192045297.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Secrets_of_Free_Wedding_Speeches_611862x1192045297.htm With all the great books in the marketplace, there's only one voice that's uniquely yours. I am convinced there are people waiting for your perspective, your solution, or your message. They're waiting to be inspired, entertained or helped by YOUR book. Tue, 09 Oct 2007 07:22:41 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Write_Your_Book_to_Stand_Out_In_the_Crowd_and_Sell_579424x1191928961.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Write_Your_Book_to_Stand_Out_In_the_Crowd_and_Sell_579424x1191928961.htm When writing copy for any media, it's always important to write in the active voice - not the passive. Active sentences give your copywriting spark and drive, energising your sales message with words that enliven the reader and encourage them to act. Indeed, just employing this one technique in your copywriting could make the difference between securing a sale and losing one. Sun, 07 Oct 2007 23:30:51 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Get_Active_With_Your_Copywriting_635298x1191814251.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Get_Active_With_Your_Copywriting_635298x1191814251.htm What year is it? What century are we living in? It seems like Traditional Publishers don't know. They like to pretend that 'publishing is a business' and that it's 'all about the money', then they pick and choose authors like they're actually the aristocratic Patrons of old, preferencing grand and flowery Literature over best-selling schlock. What's up with these guys? Can't they make up their minds? Sun, 07 Oct 2007 11:55:42 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Patrons_600581x1191772542.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Internet_Authors_Dont_Need_Patrons_600581x1191772542.htm Start small when you're learning how to write a short story. Focus on the "small stuff." Sun, 07 Oct 2007 03:56:04 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_a_Short_Story_-_Start_Small_645882x1191743764.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_a_Short_Story_-_Start_Small_645882x1191743764.htm With the Internet such an accessible place to get your written word out, there's no reason why you can't become a recognized name in your field in 6 months or less. 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You become a highly visible expert in your field. You gain added respect of your colleagues and peers because of your book... Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:10:27 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Stop_Killing_Your_Book_Dream_With_Lack_of_Focus_561441x1191597027.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Stop_Killing_Your_Book_Dream_With_Lack_of_Focus_561441x1191597027.htm Thespians are born, but they can also be made. For those who are not blessed with the gift of gab, speaking in public can be very daunting, especially for beginners. While you may not exactly be at home on stage, you can at least make sure that you don't make a fool out of yourself up there in front of a live audience and leave it in one-piece, preferably uncovered in tomatoes. Fri, 05 Oct 2007 04:18:52 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Bring_Out_The_Showman_In_You_With_Colorado_Interest_Mortgage_Rate_Refinance_635297x1191572332.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Bring_Out_The_Showman_In_You_With_Colorado_Interest_Mortgage_Rate_Refinance_635297x1191572332.htm Emerging speakers can learn a great deal from great musicians. They can learn to connect their heart with their listeners, their audience. A great musician does not merely play notes. A great speaker does not merely utter words. They use their instrument,their voice, to communicate feelings of sadness, joy, drama, and curiosity. Thu, 04 Oct 2007 12:40:26 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_Speakers_are_Like_Musicians_537500x1191516026.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_Speakers_are_Like_Musicians_537500x1191516026.htm When you need to get up and speak do you feel butterflies in your stomach? Sweaty palms? Dry mouth? Shaking knees and hands? You are not alone. Fear of public speaking is No. 1. Death is No.4. So most people would rather get a root canal and pay their taxes than speak in front of an audience. Wed, 03 Oct 2007 17:38:28 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Overcome_Your_Fear_of_Public_Speaking_641574x1191447508.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Overcome_Your_Fear_of_Public_Speaking_641574x1191447508.htm Common wisdom dictates that if a grammatical "mistake" becomes common enough, it is no longer a mistake. Real-world usage aside, isn't it time for a bit of common sense? Wed, 03 Oct 2007 09:44:11 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/A_Look_At_Real_World_Grammar_Rules_594580x1191419051.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/A_Look_At_Real_World_Grammar_Rules_594580x1191419051.htm About religions and how we are becoming puppets in the hands of them. Tue, 02 Oct 2007 17:34:19 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Religion_-_Most_Misunderstood_Concept_561440x1191360859.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Religion_-_Most_Misunderstood_Concept_561440x1191360859.htm Have you picked up a self published book and noticed misspelled words, a wall of text and grammatical errors? Did it inspire you to read on? Or did it cause you to lose a tiny bit of confidence in the author? Tue, 02 Oct 2007 15:06:30 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Book_Writing_Mistakes_that_Stamp_Loser_on_Your_Self_Published_Book_627942x1191351990.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Book_Writing_Mistakes_that_Stamp_Loser_on_Your_Self_Published_Book_627942x1191351990.htm Character development is paramount to a successful story. In this article we'll explore how to determine your character's essential essences, definitive moments in their past, resulting behaviors and emotions, and then LET THEM PLAY! 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Mon, 01 Oct 2007 15:59:29 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Love,_Fear,_Lust,_Envy,_Pride_-_They_Have_Their_Uses_635300x1191268769.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Love,_Fear,_Lust,_Envy,_Pride_-_They_Have_Their_Uses_635300x1191268769.htm Writers who want to work online often approach niches like writing topics, but that can be misleading! An ink-and-paper writer seeks the scoop, the untold story. But for online projects, it is much better to create a website or information product that taps into a pre-existing online community. In other words, finding a busy niche and a lot of competition can be a good thing for a successful online writing venture! Sun, 30 Sep 2007 15:17:15 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_Writers_Need_to_Think_About_Niches_Differently_for_Online_Projects_625923x1191179835.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_Writers_Need_to_Think_About_Niches_Differently_for_Online_Projects_625923x1191179835.htm A pick me up for writers who feel discouraged. Thu, 27 Sep 2007 17:42:15 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Self_-_Doubt_and_Writers_603068x1190929335.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Self_-_Doubt_and_Writers_603068x1190929335.htm Strengthen your brand identity and increase customer loyalty by using humor in your Web content. Learn the 4 main reasons being funny can make your Web site more effective. Thu, 27 Sep 2007 07:36:08 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Find_the_Best_Dog_Training_Book_for_You_667861x1190892968.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Find_the_Best_Dog_Training_Book_for_You_667861x1190892968.htm Most small presses work primarily for the love of it anyway, regardless of what they publish, and choose books based on that one criteria that every writer wants his or her reader to have-a deep and abiding love of the book. In other words, if a small press is publishing you, it isn't because you're Ethan Hawke or Jewel, but because they absolutely love your work. What more could a writer ask for? 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Tue, 25 Sep 2007 09:00:37 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_a_Short_Story_-_A_7-Step_Process_623658x1190725237.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Write_a_Short_Story_-_A_7-Step_Process_623658x1190725237.htm Putting your emotions on paper... Tue, 25 Sep 2007 07:30:13 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/_728748x1190719813.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/_728748x1190719813.htm You've got your list of potential publishers or agencies, now what? The journey of how to get a book published begins with the query letter. Sun, 23 Sep 2007 09:29:43 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Get_A_Book_Published_-_A_Query_Letter_is_the_First_Step_in_How_to_Get_a_Book_Published_579440x1190554183.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Get_A_Book_Published_-_A_Query_Letter_is_the_First_Step_in_How_to_Get_a_Book_Published_579440x1190554183.htm Maybe you've been getting the message that your book needs editorial work. The message may be coming from that nagging voice inside you, from your dearest friend and critic, from every agent you have submitted the material to, or even, if you are lucky, from a publisher who has committed to the book provided you improve it. No matter the source, if that message is reaching you persistently, then it is probably time to call the book doctor. Fri, 21 Sep 2007 16:18:23 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/When_to_Call_the_Book_Doctor_-_Inside_Advice_from_a_Publishing_Professional_619515x1190405903.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/When_to_Call_the_Book_Doctor_-_Inside_Advice_from_a_Publishing_Professional_619515x1190405903.htm It happens every year and still it takes me by surprise - the conclusion of the Tour de France. I wake up the morning after and feel the distinct void of having no reason to turn on the television. I'm always amazed at how watching the tour quickly becomes a part of my life, so much so that it's a shock when I stop doing it. Fri, 21 Sep 2007 14:40:15 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Cultivate_a_Good_Habit_579432x1190400015.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Cultivate_a_Good_Habit_579432x1190400015.htm No water, no food and 4500% inflation and that is just part of the problems that Zimbabwe faces today stated the inquiry to the Online Think Tank. Indeed what could we say except: "Hope all is well, indeed 4500% inflation is a scary thought." We then thought well how did all these problems come about? So we asked him: Thu, 20 Sep 2007 10:29:23 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Zimbabwe_in_Crisis_621481x1190298563.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Zimbabwe_in_Crisis_621481x1190298563.htm This article talks about ways of recognizing, and protecting yourself from mean writers. Some practicle suggestions for todays readers. 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Mon, 17 Sep 2007 08:43:32 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/5_Rules_For_How_To_Write_A_Classic_One-Liner_Joke_537497x1190033012.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/5_Rules_For_How_To_Write_A_Classic_One-Liner_Joke_537497x1190033012.htm If you want to sell your screenplay, you'll want to know the seven questions that any producer will have about it. Understanding these questions will help you pitch more effectively and increase the chance of selling your screenplay. Mon, 17 Sep 2007 01:49:03 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Questions_Every_Producer_Has_About_Your_Screenplay_637325x1190008143.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Questions_Every_Producer_Has_About_Your_Screenplay_637325x1190008143.htm Discover the secret of how an inspirational speaker becomes so good. Sun, 16 Sep 2007 16:07:44 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Inner_Game_of_an_Inspirational_Speaker_621477x1189973264.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Inner_Game_of_an_Inspirational_Speaker_621477x1189973264.htm Words are more important than some people think. Conversation is more crucial than many realise. Are there guidelines for speakers and conversationalists? There certainly are. Sun, 16 Sep 2007 08:09:50 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Sorry_-_I_Did_Not_Mean_To_Say_That_611861x1189944590.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Sorry_-_I_Did_Not_Mean_To_Say_That_611861x1189944590.htm How important is your copy? Should writing quality evaporate for rankings? It boils down to personal pride in your work despite what goods or services you are offering your readers. It's important to be seen, but it's twice as important to be heard. Sun, 16 Sep 2007 03:06:13 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Grammar_Rules_-_How_Much_Does_It_Matter_603069x1189926373.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Grammar_Rules_-_How_Much_Does_It_Matter_603069x1189926373.htm Anyone can start their own online newsletter. And anyone with an online business should at least consider it. When you start an online newsletter, you immediately have the ability to. Sat, 15 Sep 2007 00:35:00 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Establishing_A_Killer_Newsletter_537516x1189830900.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Establishing_A_Killer_Newsletter_537516x1189830900.htm In order to succeed you must have excellent writing skills and often be able to take on the personality of the credited author. You must also be a great sales person in order to sell your service and be able to prove that you are the best possible choice for them to use you in their endeavors. Making the decision if ghost writing is right for you may be a difficult one. It is often hard for writers to give up all rights to their work. Fri, 14 Sep 2007 21:47:27 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Ghost_Writing_For_You_579427x1189820847.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Ghost_Writing_For_You_579427x1189820847.htm Getting the attention of those you wish to influence is critical. How you do it however, can either make or break the success of your communication. Discover the power of hypnotic language for a surefire way to captivate your audience every time. Fri, 14 Sep 2007 09:22:47 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Captivate_Your_Audience_with_Hypnotic_Language_537515x1189776167.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Captivate_Your_Audience_with_Hypnotic_Language_537515x1189776167.htm Interesting about titles in the English language is the fact that they follow different capitalization rules for the words used in the title compared to the capitalization rules of regular content. Learn about these rules. 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