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Twelve Terrific Tips for Fiction Writers	by Bronwyn Cozens Feb. 27, 2012	$4.99	10220 words	Sample 10%
Tips and exercises to guide fiction writers to produce dynamic, captivating work.
Almost Free: 1000 Great Quotations for Business, Management & Training	by David Williams Feb. 27, 2012	$0.99	30457 words	Sample 20%
A treasure-trove of thought-provoking 'quotable quotes' from successful practitioners and observers in business, government, sport, entertainment, education and the media. Insightful, explosive, amusing, dramatic, transformational...1000 powerful, pithy observations drawn from a vast range of speakers from ancient times to the present day. Quotes to stimulate new thinking and new ways of working.
Memory: Simple, Easy, and Fun Ways to Improve Memory	by John Parker Feb. 26, 2012	$4.99	29107 words	Sample 15%
This book shows you creative, yet practical ways to improve, sharpen, and refine your wonderful memory. It reveals techniques to put your brain in tip-top condition so you can overcome forgetfulness and recall any information anytime, anywhere, and in any situation. Best of all, the methods are simple, practical, and easy to learn.
Building A Paper Copy Of Your Book At Home	by John Porter Feb. 26, 2012	$2.99	7472 words	Sample 40%
A detailed guide from go to woe which describes in step-by-step detail exactly how to print and bind your own book at home, achieving a professional finish, but using only low-cost items. The construction of a simple, but efficient book-binding press is described, and various pitfalls are mentioned. A must for anyone with a book for limited publication to friends and relatives. Well illustrated.
Learning to Love the Peso; How to Move to Mexico and Why	by Jeffrey Crimmel Feb. 25, 2012	$5.99	83155 words	Sample 20%
There are many American, Canadians and Europeans who have thought of moving to Mexico or another Latin American country but have no idea how to accomplish such a change. This book is an account of the author's move to Baja California in Mexico. Included in the book is an index of information one will need to know in order to make the transition.
What Now? A Field Guide for the Newly Independent	by Kimberly Shivler Feb. 23, 2012	$4.99	26759 words	Sample 15%
What Now? A Field Guide for the Newly Independent is for anyone who is going out on his or her own for the first time or the first time in a long time. From shopping lists to outfit an apartment or house, to step-by-step instructions for cleaning, cooking, and basic home repairs, the book is an easy to read and follow How-To guide.
Chinese Conversation in Everyday Life 1 - Sentences Phrases Words	by Hongyangï¼ˆCanadaï¼‰/ çº¢æ´‹ï¼ˆåŠ æ‹¿å¤§ï¼‰ Feb. 22, 2012	$3.99	5138 words	Sample 30%
Have you ever been in a situation where you feel frustrated because you are unable to express yourself in Chinese? This book can help you overcome the challenges of learning Chinese by providing you with necessary words, phrases, and sentences that can be applied to various real-life situations.
A Torrent of Utter Filth	by Francis Grose Feb. 22, 2012	$0.99	79630 words	Sample 20%
The 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue: A dictionary of buckish slang, university wit, and pickpocket eloquence.
Everything In Moderation - How to chair, moderate and otherwise lead events	by Tony Hallett Feb. 21, 2012	$3.99	10431 words	Sample 20%
A detailed, anecdote-driven guide for anyone who has to speak in public with others. Whether chairing a conference, introducing a keynote or moderating a panel of speakers, Tony Hallett reveals ways to get the best out of any set up, controlling surroundings, speakers and equipment. A must-read for anyone in the event spotlight, from the first-timer to the experienced broadcast journalist.
Writers Tools - The Synopsis	by Russ Crossley Feb. 20, 2012	$3.99	14727 words	Sample 15%
Every writer eager to supplement their indie publishing with traditional publishing must learn to write a clear, concise synopsis if they wish to sell their manuscript. A well realized synopsis is a sales tool, see how a pro does it. Multi-genre writer, Russ Crossley, offers his suggestions and provides examples of synposis' he has written that sold books.
Elementary Positional Astronomy Supported by PC Software Programs	by Arturo_and_Raffaele Chiesa Feb. 20, 2012	$2.99	12202 words	Sample 25%
Positional Astronomy is the science describing the position of an object in the sky and its movement in the celestial sphere. The argument is treated in a plain but exhaustive way, allowing also the beginners to easily approach this subject. The book includes many examples (more than 70 colour images) which can also be reproduced thanks to a software developed by the Authors (free download)
Ghost Hunting Guide: Optimize Your Paranormal Adventure	by Dean Russell Feb. 19, 2012	$4.99	7133 words	Sample 20%
Ever seen a ghost? Do you want to? For beginners to advanced ghost hunters! Explore this new and practical guide to investigate the paranormal using dynamic project management techniques. 85% of the adventure is front-end loaded before you execute.
Flash 52: 52 Writing Prompts for a Year of Flash Fiction	by Jamie DeBree Feb. 18, 2012	$2.99	4212 words	Sample 35%
Flash fiction is an excellent way for writers to tighten prose, learn the elements of story without getting lost in a novel-length manuscript and explore different genres without a big time commitment. This book provides fifty-two story prompts simple enough for the beginning writer to start with, yet complex enough for the more advanced writer to expand on.
Live Auctions	by Tom Radde Feb. 17, 2012	$4.99	13310 words	Sample 15%
All about Live Auctions. Don't worry about scratching your ear at a Live Auction being a bid. How to bid, act, dress, and what to do at, a Live Auction. By knowing what you are doing, the price of this book will be saved the first time you buy something. Welcome to the world of Live Auctions.
On The Path: Lessons From A Freelance Writer	by Shaun Kilgore Feb. 16, 2012	$4.99	26590 words	Sample 20%
On The Path: Lessons From A Freelance Writer is a short book that shares some of the knowledge, tips, and experiences of a freelance writer. It is a good resource for beginners and veteran writers alike who might like find something valuable from a professional writer further down the path.
Build Your Business Online	by Antonia Chitty Feb. 16, 2012	$0.99	1272 words	Sample 20%
Are you making the most of social media to promote your business? In this short eBook discover three essential places to help you extend your business reach, beyond Facebook and Twitter. LinkedIn is a great place to link up with other business contacts, but not all business owners make the most of it.
Choosing an Email Service Provider	by Antonia Chitty Feb. 16, 2012	$0.99	737 words	Sample 20%
An email newsletter is a great way to develop a relationship with potential customers. It can allow you to keep those who have bought from you already in touch with your latest offers. Email marketing is the key way to make sales to contacts that you have built a relationship with via your blog, Facebook, Twitter or other social media.
101 Creative Writing Exercises (Adventures in Writing)	by Melissa Donovan Feb. 15, 2012	$3.99	48242 words	Sample 15%
101 Creative Writing Exercises takes you on an adventure through the world of creative writing. Packed with fun and practical tools, techniques, and writing ideas, this book will motivate and inspire you.
Dane County 2012 Veterans Directory	by Alan Leddon Feb. 15, 2012	Free!	867 words	Sample 45%
A directory of Federal, State, County, Local, and Private services available to US Armed Forces veterans residing in Dane County, Wisconsin. Naturally, the Federal and State services are available outside Dane County to any veteran. Educational, financial, and crisis assistance can be found in this simple list. This list is free in this form, and always will be.
Design & Carry out Successful Surveys	by Antonia Chitty Feb. 15, 2012	$0.99	2102 words	Sample 20%
Carrying out a survey can be a time consuming task. First you need to design your survey, then you need to find and gain access to your target audience, you need to carry out the survey and finally you need to collate and analyse the results. You donâ€™t want to go through that whole process and find that the results you got were inaccurate, incomplete or non-reflective of your target audience.
Liz Fielding's Little Book of Writing Romance	by Liz Fielding Feb. 12, 2012	$4.99	25071 words	Sample 20%
This little book is a primer - an entry level aid for the writer who has a story to tell, but is struggling to get it out of her head and onto paper.
The New Author	by Ruby Barnes Feb. 11, 2012	$2.99	45321 words	Sample 15%
A beginnerâ€™s guide on how to write a novel, publish as an independent ebook author and promote your brand using social networks. With foreword by Jim Williams, author of ten internationally published novels including Booker Prize nominated Scherzo. 'The New Author is an excellent piece of writing, combining deceptive simplicity, lucidity and charm: a trick which in practice is very difficult.'
Children technical creativity	by The centre of young technicians Feb. 11, 2012	$2.00	10984 words	Sample 20%
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Steaming Up Your Love Scenes (a how-to for romance writers and others)	by Emma Holly Feb. 11, 2012	$0.99	9922 words	Sample 15%
Wish your love scenes had a bit more sizzle? Wondering why some writers get their readers fanning their faces and others not so much? No worries! Bestselling â€œred-hotâ€ author Emma Hollyâ€™s simple tricks could help you do the hot-cha-cha!
Winter Driving Safety Tips	by The Florida Hoosier Feb. 10, 2012	$0.99	505 words	Sample 20%
A guide to safely reach your destination during severe winter weather.
Famous Quotes: Quotes On Life, Love, Work With Questions To Ponder	by Dee Cohen Feb. 09, 2012	$0.99	6465 words	Sample 25%
Famous Quotes has twenty one different areas covering popular topics such as money, goals and meaning plus many life issues with words of wisdom from both Eastern and Western thinkers. Each section is followed by questions to ponder so you can take these famous sayings further and carry them into your day. This way the quotes don't evaporate, but instead deepen your reflections.
Words With Jam - February 2012	by Danny Gillan Feb. 09, 2012	$1.99	45330 words	Sample 20%
February 2012 Issue OUT NOW!
Oracle Ultimate DBA Interview Questions	by Equity Press Feb. 08, 2012	$9.99	14720 words	Sample 20%
The Ultimate Reference & Learning Guide for Oracle Database Administrators! 100 Certification Questions, Answers, and Explanations
OracleÂ® Financials Interview Questions: Unofficial Oracle Financials Certification Review	by Equity Press Feb. 08, 2012	$9.99	18908 words	Sample 20%
The Ultimate Reference & Learning Guide for Oracle Financials Consultants! Over 150 Certification Questions, Answers, and Explanations
Q-LEEP: Events, Promotions & Holiday Calendar for Q2 2012	by Laura D Lewis Feb. 08, 2012	$4.99	23454 words	Sample 20%
The Q LEEP, Quarterly version of Lewis' Event, Editorial & Promotional Calendar includes over 500 events, promotions, anniversaries, holidays and observances for Second Quarter 2012. Organized visually, alphabetically, by length (annual, month, week and daily, chronologically and in over 40 categories. Designed for media and marketing professionals by a media and marketing professionals.
Q-LEEP: Events, Promotions & Holiday Calendar for Q4 2012	by Laura D Lewis Feb. 08, 2012	$4.99	21226 words	Sample 20%
The Q LEEP, Quarterly version of Lewis' Event, Editorial & Promotional Calendar includes over 800 events, promotions, anniversaries, holidays and observances for Fourth Quarter 2012. Organized visually, alphabetically, by length (annual, month, week and daily, chronologically and in over 40 categories. Designed for media and marketing professionals by a media and marketing professionals.
Q-LEEP: Events, Promotions & Holiday Calendar for Q3 2012	by Laura D Lewis Feb. 08, 2012	$4.99	17445 words	Sample 20%
The Q LEEP, Quarterly version of Lewis' Event, Editorial & Promotional Calendar includes over 700 events, promotions, anniversaries, holidays and observances for Third Quarter 2012. Organized visually, alphabetically, by length (annual, month, week and daily, chronologically and in over 40 categories. Designed for media and marketing professionals by a media and marketing professionals.
Q-LEEP: Events, Promotions & Holiday Calendar for Q1 2012	by Laura D Lewis Feb. 08, 2012	$4.99	19600 words	Sample 20%
The Q LEEP, Quarterly version of Lewis' Event, Editorial & Promotional Calendar includes over 500 events, promotions, anniversaries, holidays and observances for first Quarter 2012. Organized visually, alphabetically, by length (annual, month, week and daily, chronologically and in over 40 categories. Designed for media and marketing professionals by a media and marketing professionals.
7 Simple Success Secrets: A Step by Step Guide to Getting Whatever You Want in Record Time!	by Fred Gleeck Feb. 08, 2012	$2.99	4107 words	Sample 20%
Are you getting everything you want out of your life? Are you TRULY successful? Would you like to get closer to finding YOUR version of SUCCESS? This book will help you to get exactly that. (Please NOTE: This is 4,000 word article. It is packed with valuable information but presented very succinctly)
How to Write a Book in 30 Days or Less	by Fred Gleeck Feb. 07, 2012	$2.99	3731 words	Sample 20%
*This book is intended for anyone looking to write a NON-FICTION book. Although some items may be helpful to fiction writers, it is not directed to them. If you're a fiction writer, I apologize, but I'm not sure you'll find much here for you!*
How To Create Emotobooks for Grit City Publications	by Grit City Publications Feb. 06, 2012	Free!	8147 words	Sample 20%
It's here! The second release of our long awaited handbook for writers and illustrators who wish to learn the intricacies of emotobooks for Grit City Publications: the first exclusive eReading fiction medium. This short handbook gives creators an easy to follow lesson in crafting EmotoSerials and EmotoSingles for our Revolution!
Write Better	by Ray Wiseman Feb. 04, 2012	$2.95	9221 words	Sample 20%
This book, growing out of years of writing experience, offers what every aspiring writer needs: quick, practical tips that are immediately applicable to any writing project. One reviewer said: Your tips have changed the way I write. I heard you more clearly than all the teachers, professors, educators, and books on writing that I have had in my life.
The Ultimate Rebel: How to Get Free Cellular Service for Life Without Selling Your Soul to the Devil	by Brad Dixson Feb. 03, 2012	$8.97	1169 words	Sample 5%
This is a practical guide on how to get free cellular service. I have no time for fluff. It's short and get right to the point. If you're looking for a 100-page book, this 'aint it. You can read this book in five minutes and in fifteen minutes you can fire your cell phone provider.
Be My Guest	by Nanci Arvizu Feb. 01, 2012	$0.99	5349 words	Sample 15%
For Authors who want to learn how to make the most of every interview to promote their book.
Changing Course: Using Self-Directed IRAs to Move Your Money from Wall Street to Your Street	by Ken Streater Jan. 31, 2012	$6.99	8020 words	Sample 20%
Here is THE instruction manual for Self-Directed IRAs. Moving your money from Wall Street to Your Street is easy. Should you exercise greater control of your individual retirement accounts? Would you like to take your hard earned money and invest it into something you have direct control of, like a duplex, franchise, or loans to businesses or homeowners you trust? Here is how to do it...
How to Write Better	by Dwayne Bearup Jan. 31, 2012	$2.99	9991 words	Sample 30%
The advice in this book was gleaned from four years of Writer's Digest articles, from 1998 to 2001. At that time I was incarcerated and, unable to keep the magazines with me, I took to condensing the advice onto notepaper.
Dollars and Deadlines' 10 Essential Freelance Templates	by Kelly James-Enger Jan. 31, 2012	$6.99	6154 words	Sample 20%
Launching a freelance career? Then you'll need to create documents ranging from query letters to letters of introduction to follow-up letters to invoices to contracts. This ebook contains the 10 most important templates freelance writers need, along with when and how to use them. It's an invaluable resource for new freelancers and those who want to get published (and paid) for their work.
Writing Through the Year (Winter)	by Winslow Eliot Jan. 29, 2012	$0.99	13687 words	Sample 20%
Your life is an adventure. Every morning you wake up and anything at all might happen! You can set off on a journey, speak your mind, buy something, sell something, look at a painting, take a walk, be chased by a wild boar â€¦ the possibilities are endless. As a writer, you know this is true. You imagine experiences with the soul of an adventurer.
Digital Job Hunting 2.0	by Christopher Woo Jan. 27, 2012	$2.99	4398 words	Sample 15%
The Internet can provide the prospective job-hunter with a wealth of job postings, but navigating the overwhelming tide of information is a task that is growing more difficult by the day. "Digital Job Hunting 2.0" will show you how to use a simple technique and free tools to significantly increase the chances of finding your next dream job.
Building A House? (Everything You Need To Know)	by Steve Whale Jan. 27, 2012	$2.99	5028 words	Sample 10%
This book takes you through all the steps from contemplation of building to moving, and will be a valuable asset to anyone thinking of embarking on such a huge undertaking. We sincerely hope you enjoy it and that it saves you from many of the pitfalls.
Life, Camera, Action! Everything You Need to Know about Living Well You Can Learn from the Movies	by Di Patterson Jan. 26, 2012	$12.95	12324 words	Sample 20%
Being AgeWise is simply to be the best YOU at any age. Life, Camera, Action! presents twenty-two films that delightfully illustrate Success in AgingÂ® principles as keys to a happier life. Di Patterson shows each point and encourages you to re-examine the lessons you have learned traversing the journey of your years so life can be easier and just plain more fun!
Essays for the Soul	by Christine Rice Jan. 25, 2012	$2.99	6530 words	Sample 15%
â€œEssays for the Soulâ€ is a collection of thirteen essays about a variety of topics, such as writing, writers, writer's block, education, healthy eating, careers, personal finance, perfectionism, and more. The essays are creative and intelligent, based on thoughtful opinion and life experience. You will surely enjoy these well-written and informative essays.
The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make About Russia	by Irene W. Galaktionova Jan. 23, 2012	$2.99	46213 words	Sample 20%
Are you ready to abandon the stereotypes of the Cold War and look at the real Russia? Open your eyes to the exciting and fascinating facts that make this setting a favorite with writers. With this book, you can Write It Right.
Excellence in Driving	by Bob Nimmo Jan. 23, 2012	$14.99	33064 words	Sample 10%
At Team Nimmo we have put together what we believe is the most complete guide/book called â€œExcellence in Drivingâ€ for helping teenagers learn how to drive and in many cases how to make current drivers even better. This is the perfect starter book that all parents should consider purchasing for their child prior to teaching them to drive.
How to Write and Sell Gay Erotica	by Nathan J Morissey Jan. 21, 2012	$4.99	8202 words	Sample 5%
In this how-to ebook, bestselling author Nathan J Morissey spills his secrets on how to write good gay erotica and sell it too.

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