Hi - I am hosting an 8-week lab on writing your first book proposal -- fiction or non-fiction. Would love to see you there! Eileen https://www.stage32.com/education/products/write-your-book-proposal-in-8-weeks.
Read a Good Book Lately?
Read a good book about your craft? Or just a good book in general? Share it here.
The Instrumentalist
This past week I finished reading "The Instrumentalist" by Harriet Constable.
It's fantastic, and I highly recommend it. It's the best novel I've read in years!
It's based on the true story of an orphan girl (child of a teenage prostitute left at an orphanage) who became a master violinist in the 1700s.
SUPER recommend this!
Finding Inspiration
I am curious exactly how important are books to your life. I ask as the founder of an internationally acclaimed library. Books have been an important part of my life since childhood.
How do books influence your work? Two of the characters in an animated series which I am currently developing are nam...
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My Library Card Had Helped Me Expand My Creative and Historical Education
I admit I haven't visited a library in over a decade. It's been hard to concentrate on reading a book when I've been focused on writing them and publishing them. But I'm done with that. My final, 20th book, which I produced in the past year has opened my brain to concentrate on screenwriting, to whi...
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Agent, Actor, Cinematographer, Manager, Post-Production Supervisor, Accountant, Business Development/Sales, Composer, Director of Development, Director, Film Festival Director, Producer
3 weeks ago
the alpha - Darren Stephens
I just read both "the dogman" : https://www.amazon.com/dogman-alpha-Book-Part-Immolation-ebook/dp/B0FLY9... After that, I read "the alpha" by Darren Stephens bought from Amazon.com - https://www.amazon.com/alpha-Book-Part-Nine-Immolation/dp/1917526563
The Alpha is not just a tale of werewolf-costumed...
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Really good read
I just finished "Kill The Dog" by Paul Guyot. It really changed my perspective on writing and formatting rules that have been fairly defined. I had previously followed Chris Vogler's "The Writer's Journey" for years after seeing him at lunch time lecture when I worked at Disney Feature Animation. I...
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I was overwhelmed about which direction to take, and when I read these words in a book, they became a guiding light for me.
Ibn Arabi says:
Being wounded is your destiny,
But bringing forth light from that wound is your journey....
New Book Alert!
Hey there! Have you heard of the hilarious memoir ‘The ’86 Kids’ by Matt Sem? Set in Wausau, Wisconsin, during the 1980s, the book takes readers on a wild adventure through the author’s childhood. From sports stories to humor, it’s a fun and entertaining read.
The ‘86 Kids: A me...
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Kyle Eidson
- 1 month ago
Will read this. I was 16/17 in 1986 and remember the year well, failed drivers tests, first hangovers, erections for no reason, etc etc etc.
Sylvia Jacobs
- 1 month ago
Enjoy reading it! I highly recommend it!
Book Review Of The Postmaster’s Daughter
The murder leaves everyone stunned and questioning the motives behind the crime. As the investigation unfolds, the author delves into the complexities of the families’ lives, revealing secrets and betrayals that challenge the reader’s perceptions.
The Postmaster's Daughter https://a.co/d/gNb47SC...
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"The Grizzlies and Us" book review
For those who know (or don't know) Bart the Bear, he's a world-famous bear actor, staring in many films, who lived right in the center of Utah! A new book was published detailing his life and the movies he's been on (and yes, lots of cute animal pictures, including baby ones). A fun read if you need...
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Books And More 1818 Book Trailer Of The Postmaster’s Daughter By Sharon Mabry
Read and Review The Postmaster’s Daughter By Sharon Mabry. It is a murder mystery.
Sylvia Jacobs
- 2 months ago
The book trailer can be found on YouTube on the Books And More 1818 page.
Book Review!
“Run, Darling”: A Historical Fiction Novel by Karen Essex
Renowned author Karen Essex has crafted a captivating historical fiction novel titled “Run, Darling,” published on June 18, 2025. The novel delves into the untold story of the Gabor sisters’ escape from Nazi-occupied Europe to the United Stat...
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Ryann Goldberg
- 3 months ago
I love historical fiction, so this sounds right up my alley—thank you for sharing! It’s incredible how books like Run, Darling can bring overlooked histories to life in such a compelling way. Definitely adding this to my reading list!
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Sylvia Jacobs
- 2 months ago
I couldn’t agree with you more!
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