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Books for Writers

Writers' Bookshop (an imprint of Forward Press) publishes useful books for new and established writers alike, as well as offering other books of interest to writers.

How to Create Fictional Characters

Jean Saunders

In this new addition to the Writers’ Bookshop series, successful romantic novelist Jean Saunders has defined all the necessary ingredients for creating successful characters

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How to Write Realistic Dialogue

Jean Saunders

In this new addition to the Writers’ Bookshop series, successful novelist Jean Saunders has defined all the necessary ingredients for creating realistic dialogue in ...

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The Craft of Writing Romance

Jean Saunders

Do I hear the cynics among you say that romance is dead? Not for millions of readers who find escape between the covers of a paperback novel…’

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How to Write and Sell a Book Proposal

Stella Whitelaw

Every writer was once a beginner, and even after publication, we begin afresh with each new book. So whether you are a beginner or an established writer, this step-by-step guide can help you…

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How to Write Non-Fiction Books

Gordon Wells

There is a huge demand for non-fiction books, so if you consider yourself an expert on a certain subject you could write a book about it and have a good chance of getting it published.

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Poetry: How to Get Published, 
How to Get Paid

Kenneth C Steven

Yes, you can get paid for writing poetry: Kenneth C Steven shows you how to get published and how to get taken seriously as a poet.

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Poets' Handbook

Kenneth C Steven

If you’re an aspiring poet, this concise, informative handbook will be a valuable reference source. A complete step-by-step guide to poetry, from the very first spark of inspiration to the final revision.

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Successful Writing

Teresa McCuaig

Successful Writing is a straight forward and thorough introduction to the world of fiction and non-fiction writing and publishing.

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The Poet's Manual and Rhyming Dictionary

Frances Stillman

Here is the most extensive rhyming dictionary available today. Clearly and compactly arranged, it will enable all verse-writers to find the rhymes they need quickly and easily. 

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These two great books help make creative writing and drawing FUN! It is often a question of knowing how - and these books show just that, so why not take advantage of this great offer.

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The Magazine Writer's Handbook

9th Edition

Indispensable for all writers of articles and short stories. This new, ninth edition of 'The Magazine Writer's Handbook' provides for the first time, a free e-mail update service. It also gives detailed information about over 70 mainstream magazines, and comments on dozens more.

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Writing... is Fun!

Gordon Wells

Writing is more than just schoolwork, it can be great fun - an exciting and rewarding hobby or even a career! Enter the world of storytelling - bound only by your imagination.

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Drawing... is Fun!

Susie Hodge

Drawing is not a special gift - everyone can draw - it’s just a question of knowing how. Susie Hodge reveals easy ways to develop your skills and achieve brilliant results.

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The Guide to Book Publishers 2003

The complete guide to book publishers in the UK & Ireland

This 6th edition opens the door to over 800 book publishers, large and small. It gives details of author guidelines as well as information on e-publishers.

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The Small Press Guide 2003

The complete guide to poetry & small press media

The 8th edition of this successful book helps the potential two million recreational writers in the UK to target their markets.

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The Craft of Writing Romance

How to Write and Sell a Book Proposal

How to Write Non-Fiction Books

Poetry: How to Get Published, How to Get Paid

Poets' Handbook

Successful Writing

The Poet's Manual and Rhyming Dictionary

The Small Press Guide 2003

The Guide to Book Publishers 2003

The Magazine Writer's Handbook - 9th Edition

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Writing... is Fun!

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