Creative Writing - novel writing, on writing

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Having a vast collection of "How To Write a Book" books, I can say with some certainty that this is one of the few that ACTUALLY tells you how to write a book, that breaks down the nuts and bolts of what goes into constructing a novel, how to use it to create your own story and how to get back on track when you wander off of it. Other books of its kind are great at telling you what you need to do and what happens once it's done, but they leave out the crucial steps in the middle. I found Nail Your Novel most useful in terms of plotting, surely the thorniest problem of all and the one I feel most neglected by other guides. Yes, you have a beginning, an end and a cast of characters, but how exactly do you get from start to finish? What happens in the middle? Nail Your Novel answers that question for you. Its practical advice is invaluable and the book is so well explained and laid out that you'll end up returning to it again and again. A necessary edition to any writer's reference shelf. Nail Your Novel: Why Writers Abandon Books and How You Can Draft, Fix and Finish With Confidence

Novelist, ghost writer, and professional critiquer Roz Morris's Nail Your Novel is wonderful guide to the bones of writing a novel. A "writing buddy in a book," this 122-page pdf pares down the basics of crafting a lengthy piece of fiction and presents a helpful methodology that dispenses with the often hazy, daunting journey from story conception to finished product.



In a no-nonsense, cut-to-the-chase set of "tasks," Morris offers her own regimented technique for building a novel from the ground up. Although her intensive, detail-oriented process won't be a good fit for everyone, it's an excellent place for young writers to start. She walks writers through the basics, beginning with nurturing ideas into usable premises and following the process all the way to the light at the end of the tunnel: selling a completed manuscript to a publisher.



In many respects, Morris's process is very similar to my own, so I found myself nodding my head vigorously over many of her points. Her discussion of outlining, in particular, overflowed with excellent advice, including tips for organizing scenes and filling in the blanks. Her inclusion of "thumb notes," which pause to describe integral pieces of the story-telling puzzle--including character and plot, genre, and scene structure--are an excellent primer for often misunderstood areas of fiction.

As a guide for young novelists who are still trying to figure out just how to get a book written, Nail Your Novel is an excellent resource. For those who already know what they're doing, this fascinating glimpse into the successful process of another author is sure to offer some excellent gems for fine-tuning already established techniques. - Novel Writing - Writing - On Writing - Plot'

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Childrens Art Supplies

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I have to chuckle a little at the reviews that complained about this not being the "high quality expected" or "smaller than expected"; what the heck does one expect as "high quality" for $22?? Even if this was $25-$30 it's still a nice collection of art supplies. I got this for myself to add to my other art supplies (of mostly pastels & color pencils) to get back into drawing again and I find nothing negative about it at all. The wood case is sturdy and nothing falls out of the plastic holders inside; the size of the case is just right for toting along to school or where ever you're going to be drawing.



The only teensy-tiny thing I didn't like was the large product label that was glued to the wood on the outside. It took quite a bit of elbow-grease to get the four glue spots off, but I finally got it clean with some Glue-Gone which didn't damage the wood at all.



Overall, I would definitely recommend this drawing set to anyone just starting out or getting back into drawing or watercolor painting. It's a very good value. :o) Darice 80-Piece Professional Art Set

Like the others mentioned, good quality, nice case, plenty of items in it. Got this for my 9yr old daughter who loves to draw and she's more than happy with it. I am a fairly picky buyer especially around quality on amazon products, and this certainly met the mustard. If you are a total art expert and require some very high-end or specific things, then maybe you're best buying your items at an art store individually... but for the rest of us this is great!

I purchased this art set for my daughter. She is in high school and taking an art class, and finds that this set suits her needs very well. If she continues persuing art into college, we may need to purchase a more 'professional' set... but for the moment this is above and beyond what she needed as far as quality is concerned. The colored pencils are very rich, and the case is very well made. She takes it back and forth to school with her and has no worries about the handle breaking or the case possibly failing on her. I definitely recommend this product.

I received this set as a well meaning gift from someone who knew I was an artist thinking it would be the perfect gift for me. While the quality is definitely far below the quality I use and would buy for myself it isn't all that horrible either. Well, except for the brushes. Give the brushes to a young child to use with their watercolors and poster paints.



Generally, I use the watercolors and color pencils when I'm doing quick drawings and sketches to add a bit of color. And all the products on one thing or another when working out ideas so I'm not using up my better products at the idea stage of things. There are pieces I actually think of as finished art after using these products, along with other more expensive art supplies.



It's a rather nice set for a Junior or Senior High School student who is a budding artist as well as the beginning adult hobbyist. Not bad for the seasoned artist to use when working out ideas or to add color to quick sketches or doodles.



If you think buying this set at this price is going to give you the same sort of products like Prismacolor or Derwent pencils, Winsor Newton Cotman Watercolors, and Holbein Artist's Oil Pastel then you are madder than a hatter and residing on the wrong side of the looking glass.'

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Water Filtration - fridge filter, kenmore

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It seems there are a LOT of misuderstandings in these reviews. If you own a Sears refridgerator it IS a Whirlpool, or Kitchen Aid, or whatever else with a "Kenmore" name plate on it. Sears doesn't make their appliances and they purchase appliance from varios companys and put their "Kenmore" brand on it. I have a Whirlpool fridge, Whirlpool dishwaher, and GE microwave. They all say Kenmore and the stainless stell matches perfectly. A Sears sales rep will tell you who makes the specific unit. This is true for Kenmore washers & dryers as well, all appliance. Secondly, Whirlpool, Kitchen Aid, Kenmore, etc. do not make the filters. Sears, Whirlpool, etc. sell the filter with their markings on it. PUR make the filter. This is not a cheaper replacement for the filter, it is the same filter. I have been using PUR filters bought on-line for 5 years now and it is the same filter that came in the refridgerator when I bought it. The only thing to keep in mind is that the "universal PUR Filter", that fits all push button, in the grill units, does not have the same filtration as the the specific PUR filter that comes with the fridge. For example the "Universal" filter is about $26 on Amazon and my fridge came with a PUR 4396710 which cost about $32 on Amazon. Both will work, but the $32 unit filters out about 11 types of impurities, the $26 unit is 4 types. I buy the 4396710 to protect my 2 year old and wife. What is $7 more when it's your family's health. They are about $50 each at Sears.



I hope this information helps clear up some misconceptions and helps people make an educated decision on what to buy. PUR PBSS Push-Button Refrigerator Water Filter

If you go to PUR's website, you'll find that this filter handles only 4 problem areas: (chlorine, sediment, lead, o-dichlorobenzene).



The more expensive #4396710 Kitchenaid/Whirlpool deals with 11 problem areas (the side of the box lists all these in detail: (chlorine, particulates, lead, mercury, benzene, o-dichlorobenzene, toxaphene, asbestos, cysts, turbidity, atrazine).



The strange thing is that the PUR website only seems to show the cheaper filter and its attendant 4 areas of filtering. It may just be my ineptness, but I couldn't find the other better filter on their website.



My wife, wanting the best water, always opts for the more expensive filter. It's around $60 in local area markets. I just ordered one from Amazon a couple of weeks ago for $35 delivered; other internet dealers carry it for around the same price.

First time changing filter. Not sure if all do this, but when i changed, we had extremely high pressure. Im guessing it was acting like there wasnt a filter in at all. Caused water to keep flowing a bit (without pressing).



After that strangeness, took about 6 pitchers to get airbubbles out of filter, etc.





Kenmore and Whirlpool are the samer thing more or less. Works fine now its been in use.



Definately cheaper than getting the kenmore one

I normally have a tough time finding a filter to fit my Kenmore fridge. Sears is great, but there are none close by to me now. This filter fits perfectly (even though it says Whirlpool) and works great. Ice and water taste so much better than the water straight out of the tap.



Only wish is that Amazon sold them in a 2 pack (since they need changing every 6 months) or subscription.

Quite simply, this works just the same as the Kenmore filter and costs a lot less money. By the way, a service man told us that even this filter is good for twice the use that the light on the refrigerator suggests. Just reset the light and you keep on using it. We've done this and noticed no degrading of taste or water flow.

I purchased this filter for my Kenmore side-by-side, which I got from Sears in late 2007. The "official" part number for the water filter my fridge uses is 9030. It is a Pur brand filter.



This one is indeed the correct size/fit; and, as others have mentioned, is much cheaper than getting the one with the Kenmore brand stamped on it. Buy with confidence!

This product, made by PUR, fits Sears and Whirlpool referigerators.

The key to interchangeability is " push button " filter, in the lower, bottom grill.

Sears wants $50 and local Whirlpool retailler wants $40.

$29.99 is a much better price. Shipping might raise the price a little, but much cheaper than Sears shipping. I hope that this article is linked to the item that I bought, PUR PBSS filter.

I have a Kenmore, and buying the new cartridges through Sears was more expensive ($50/each + shipping). I'm guessing the filter through Sears is probably a higher quality filter, but for the price I think this one'll do! We've had no problems at all. - Water Filtration - Kenmore - Fridge Filter - Pur'

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Notebook Power Adapters - hp pavilion, hp ac adapter

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It works... that's about all I can really say about it.



However...

It overheats if its charging an empty/partially drained battery. But if it's just powering a fully charged battery, it's ok. Otherwise, it can literally burn your hand. It got to the point of letting off a melting plastic smell. Not what I would call safe.



As for the cables, extremely short. Keep your old cable that plugs into the outlet. Even the adapter end cable is still really short compared to the OEM version.



And DO NOT TRUST THE PICTURE!!! What you see is NOT what you get. Mine is double the size of what's shown, flimsy plastic construction, weak. It works... that's what I can say. Everything else is just plain bad. 65W Laptop AC Adapter for HP Pavilion DV6 DV7 Series, G60 G60T G70 G70T Series G60-120US G60-125NR G60-230US G60-235DX G70-250US

Honestly, the product is working just fine. However, I have to say there's a bit of false advertisement here, whether it is an accident or some weird mix up. The product page specifies a 90w, 19v 4.74amps power supply. What I got was rated 65w, 18.75v 3.5amp.



Amazon, tell the guy selling this to fix their ad. Sure it works, but if my computer were to ever use up that 65w, then it'll be random shutdown time. I'll be keeping a close eye on this. Expect a follow up...

I ordered a replacement charger for my laptop...they mailed me the wrong size. I called them and requested the correct charger. They said I had to go to the post office, mail back the wrong charger...and pay for return postage, then they would mail me the correct charger (2-3 weeks). What a complete waste of time. I went to Best Buy and got what I needed that afternoon.

I just purchased the 65 Watt AC adapter for my HP DV7 and in 2 weeks the ac adapter died without notice. It was delivered fast and it did work good for 2 weeks. I dont know what phone number or who to contact to get it replaced under some sort of warranty?

The charger works perfectly with my computer. The cable from the adapter to the wall is shorter than the original one, so you may want to keep the old one if it works and you want the longer length. Otherwise, just perfect. Great price for the product!

I purchased this a/c adapter. On the initial plug in.... within 20 mins the charger was so hot, it burned my ankle when i brushed it on accident! My husband didnt believe me, picked it up and dropped it because it was so hot. We immediately unplugged the thing and once it was cool, there was obvious signs of the heat. the labels had started to boil and bubble up!!! THANKFULLY i did not go to bed with it plugged in all night because who knows what could have happened. I do not advise purchasing this a/c adapter. - Hp Ac Adapter - Hp Laptop Charger - Computer Accessories - Hp Pavilion'

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Contemporary Jazz

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A Night Out With Verve is exactly what it's advertised to be, Wining, Dining, Dancing and Romancing. This is an excellent introduction to some of the greatest jazz music of all time. The artists represented on this collection are a virtual "who's who" of jazz giants. The highlights are far too numerous to mention, but I'll try. There's Miles Davis performing the Thelonius Monk classic 'Round Midnight, Perdido by Duke Ellington, But Beautiful by Stan Getz and Bill Evans and Isn't It Romantic by Benny Carter. There are also outstanding vocal performances such as Billie Holiday's It Had To Be You, Reaching For The Moon by the incomparable Ella Fitzgerald, Little Girl Blue by Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong and a most romantic reading of I Should Care by The Velvet Fog, Mel Torme. Considering the budget price of this collection, the sound, the packaging and most of all the music, this is an outstanding value. Weather your jazz collection contains hundreds of albums by these great masters or you're a jazz neophite, I highly recommend this wonderful box-set. There are many many hours to savor, as you wine and dine and dance and romance. Night Out With Verve

I bought this 8 months ago after hearing a single track. I don't usually buy boxed sets, but the price was great and I took a chance.I have been rewarded beyond all measure. This is a great buy at twice the price. This is one collection that I can play and play and play. It is not only stuffed with great music, but the selections and the way that they are arranged is nothing short of breathtakingly brilliant. A wonderful companion whether you're just listening, or wining, dining, dancing... or romancing!

I'm a die-hard Ella Fitzgerald fan, and when I heard her along with Louis Armstrong and such other greats as Sarah Vaughan, Duke Ellington, George Shearing, Chet Baker, Dizzy, and others, I absolutely had to buy it. Have given it as gifts on many occasions, and everyone loves it....even the youngsters ( between 25 and 40)!. Great buy, and great gift for any occasion.



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I ordered this CD with some trepidation, but I've been very pleasantly surprised. A great variety of music and artists, combined with a good song mix of favorites and unknowns, make this a must-have for anyone who already has a good collection, or is looking to build one. This volume and variety of music for this price is a great find!

I bought this box (paid a little more!) and it's totally worth it. Each disc sets a different mood with a mixture of standards and obscure tracks. Verve is one of the legendary jazz labels with many varied artists. The sound quality throughout is perfect. You can't lose.

I would highly recommend this set to anyone who is starting a new Jazz Collection. It has a selection of all the greats & even some contemporaries. This set gives you the chance to listen & discover all of these artists & then it is up to you to investigate those artists that appeal to you. You won't find too many sets i'd imagine that have all these jazz legends in a set like this especially at this budget price.

Absolutely love the collection from Verve's archives. Features some of the best and the most beloved performers of great Jazz era. Wining, Dining, Dancing and my favorite Romancing. Seems like there is a limitless list of absolute fantastic ballads and wonderful dance numbers. Beautiful music, will recommend to everyone I see.

I had great expectations for this product based on the other reviews. I have so far listened to the Dining and Dancing CDs. I am not a music expert, but even to me most of the songs seemed to be mediocre selections of the artists.



The dance music may be good for tap dancers. There was hardly any good swing selections. The Louis Armstrong selection is hardly dance music. There is nothing that says that a particular music relates to the activity.



But it is still a good selection from a wide variety of artistes.'

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Winter Boots - wide calf, suede

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I just got the boots today and I am very happy with my purchase. The bottom has good traction for icy conditions. The boots are true to size and they are knee hight. They have faux fur all inside including the sole which makes them very warm and confortable. I don't know is they are waterproof since I have not wore them in the rain but I am very happy with my purchase and would raccomend them to others. CL by Chinese Laundry Women's Magnifique Boot,Black,8.5 M US

Don't be fooled by the cute appearance of these boots. I'm just returning the ones I bought. The quality and workmanship are substandard--they look like the'd fall apart after a few hours of wearing. In addition, the boots run very wide in the calf (this coming from someone whose calves aren't skinny). Granted, they're slip-ons, but those ribbon decorations on the back could've been put to practical use with a more sensible design. - Suede - Wide Calf - Cold Weather Boots - Faux Fur'

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Amazon Oddities - underwear, hands

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Handerpants are very, very comfortable - more so than a traditional glove. They provide my knuckles with a decent amount of support and I never, ever find myself having to adjust them in public. While I have had a few cases of "swamp hand", especially on warmer days, the overall comfort level remains high. Loose fitting gloves have always been more of a problem, but now, with Handerpants, my hairy knuckles are gently cradled by the soft lining and I no longer have to be concerned when running.



HOWEVER -



These things are very, very susceptible to staining and, after consuming a relatively melty chocolate bar, I was ridiculed for having skid marks on my hands. If only these gloves came in other colors! :( Nothing is more embarrassing than having people point at the guy who looks like he doesn't know how to properly wipe his hands! Accoutrements Handerpants

I loved this product when I got it in the mail, I mean, they come in pairs! The white cotton is breathable and durable. Everything you'd want in underpants. I've been looking for these for a long time. These underpants come with all the necessary holes pre-sewn to accomodate 4 legs and a tail. It was tough to get them on Mittens at first but soon with a few staples and some duct tape, he's doing fine. No more unsightly furry male cat genitalia for upstanding citizens to have to be affronted by. Thanks, Handerpants!

As a genetic bio-engineer, I am working on architecting the growth of organs and appendages via biological induction grafting. For you dummies, that means I do things like grow human ears on mice. It's super cool.



One day I fell asleep at work, in the lab, and a couple of the office knuckleheads decided to prank yours truly. Here's what went down. See, we had this dick in the freezer - some Japanese guy kicked off and donated it to us. It's in his will and everything. Pretty wild, right?



So, other than occasionally pulling it out of the fridge and sticking it in Benny's ear for a goof, it doesn't get much action.



Currently we're working on growing a thumb - it's pretty great because all the mice look like they're doing the Fonz's "Heyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy" as they have a big thumb sticking up on their backs.



Because we're so tied up with the thumb, we have no time to mess around with the freezer dick. Eventually we'll learn how to grow dicks, although more people need new thumbs than dicks, you know?



But, back to my story.



I passed out around noon after a particularly heavy Arby's beef and cheddar lunch. It was one of those five-for-five deals, and I put down the sandwiches in about seven minutes.



When I woke up, Carl was pointing at my hand and laughing. Those bozos has grafted the Japanese dick to my right palm!



Well, two weeks later and the dick's still attached. Apparently my body has "accepted" the dick, and if I have it removed, it'll die or something.



I know - totally bummed.



I reported Carl to HR - although, I did have to admit it was a pretty solid gag. But, walking around with a dick on my hand is a little inconvenient. Plus, it's embarrassing.



Most people don't like seeing dicks in public - there's actually a lot of trouble you can get in showing you dick around town. It's a big deal to the law.



I found the Handerpants on Amazon. It sucks to type with a dick on your hand, as I'm always hitting the "/" key accidentally.



I can now go out into public with ALL of me. My real dick and my palm-dick are both out of sight. And the gloves are fingerless, so I have a little hipster fashion thing going on.



Thank you Handerpants!



Attention public - if you see me walking around, do NOT give me a high five. That really hurts!

Meh. These are ok, but I have "big hands" if you know what I'm sayin', so I'm hoping for a pouch design that will help alleviate the unsightly palm bulge that has left me more than a little embarrassed on several occasions. Also, I wouldn't mind seeing a thong design for the warmer months. Nothing's worse than having a sweaty hand leave obvious streaks across your hand skivvies.

After having lunch at the 99 cent Taco and Indian food restaurant around the corner from my home i luckily (or so i thought!) managed to buy a pair of these before returning to work. They are completely useless! i was barely even able to get the pair of premium 95% cotton, 5% spandex men's briefs onto my foot; Nevermind up my leg! After a bit of contorting in the Texaco men's room, along with judicious use of some duct tape, i was finally able to get them on and return to work. i do not intend to use the second pair that comes in the package.

There are no more awkward moments of uncertainty, as the derriere stares at approaching hands that must certainly look ghastly or threatening. Rectum? You know the rest. Fear no more with Handerpants; there is familiarity, kinship. They're in the same social circle, the same gang. The fear associated with mud butt has a cure!



Softer than Charmin, there remains one major flaw with this product: the fingerless design. Let me just say that things get a bit messy regardless of hygienic techniques if you're finishing off a pint and a plate of nuclear hot wings.



Definitely worth the purchase to ease the rectal anguish

If you have ever longed for your hands to have that well-travelled, sophisticated look seen on the runways and locker rooms of Europe's most sophisticated cities, you won't want to miss out on Handerpants! The fit is perfection, the workmanship is devine, the price is just right and they are equally a delight on both men and women!



Ladies and gentlemen, put your hands together for HANDERPANTS!

I have to say, I was extremely excited to sport my handerpants for the first day of school. The fit and support gave me extra confidence, I even got up the nerve to say hi to that cute Brenda Bigchest at her locker!! ;-) But then that class bully Tommy Toughguy grabbed the band on my right hand and pulled it above my elbow. While I was rolling on the ground, writhin in pain, he did the same to my left hand! Then he hung me on the chain link fence by the bands. That's why I, Ned Nerdalert, is rating this product 2 stars. Save yourself the humiliation, don't buy Handerpants - just give the money directly to the class bully. - Underwear - Briefs - Funny - Hands'

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