Publishing stories, books, poems, and more

December 05, 2017

Comments: 1

Shelves: 2

The book is done ... well, almost. What about an Acknowledgment page--thanking those who got you to your finished pages? A common question I get asked is HOW do I write an Acknowledgment page? WHO do I thank and single out? WHERE should I place it in my book?… Read More

Tags: book, publishing, author, how-to-write-book-acknowledgments, how-to-publish

Booksie Print - The Easiest Way to Print a Copy of Your Book

By BooksieGuy

Article / Other

February 07, 2017

Comments: 16

Shelves: 11

The Contently Deranged Travelers House

We're excited to announce the release of Booksie Print, the easiest way to see your book in print. Upload your book to the site, press a button, provide your address, and a formatted copy of your book will be sent to your home address. Perfect for proof copies, gifts, or… Read More

Tags: publishing, print, booksie-print, book-creation

Featured Review by sappy

"This is absolutely wonderful! I'm really looking forward to have this being opened in more countries! ^^" Read More

Fedora

By Chris Green

Short Story / Other

May 01, 2016

Comments: 8

Shelves: 3

The protagonist gets into hot water when he inadvertently takes a picure off the internet to go with his story. This is a true story, more or less Read More

Tags: copyright, publishing, author

Picking a Decent Publisher

By Chris Stevenson

Article / Editorial and Opinion

March 24, 2015

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

This is an article which outlines the best tactics for finding a publisher in the small press realm. Read More

Tags: press, publishing, five, queries

The Donahues Episode 211

By NEONETWORK

Script / Humor

February 27, 2015

Shelves: 1

Ryan and his friends hunker down at Eric’s apartment during the snowstorm, Luke calls Kimberly’s method of paying the maids into question and Madeline meets with a publisher Read More

Tags: family, snowstorm, comedy, publishing, maids, donahues

Apple Annie Small Is Special

By TW Krueger

Book / Children Stories

December 22, 2014

Shelves: 1

Apple Annie is a delightful little donkey that was born and lives at Brayfields Miniature Donkey farm. Read More

Tags: children, stories, publishing, books, donkey, brayfields

Dark Upon the Soul

By Josehf Lloyd Murchison

Poem / Poetry

November 11, 2014

Shelves: 1

A dark poem. Read More

Tags: dark, poetry, verse, soul, woman, poems, book, curse, publishing, faceless, upon, melodious, lloyd, josehf, murchison

The Poison Pen

By marjo

Book / Mystery and Crime

May 05, 2014

Shelves: 1

There’s never a dull moment for the employees of Walls Department Store in the small town of Burshill, England. Detective Chief Inspector Richard Hayward and his wife Kate just returned from a second honeymoon in Paris, discovers that life is not going to be as quiet and easy at the… Read More

Tags: poison, book, readers, publishing, pen, owen, marjorie, mumswritings, vinspire

Ladies of Class

By marjo

Book / Mystery and Crime

May 05, 2014

Shelves: 1

Detective Richard Hayward's reputation as the youngest officer to be promoted to Detective Chief Inspector precedes him. He thought his recent transfer and move to the sleepy town of Burshill would allow him a quiet convalescence from a broken leg. His peace was soon to be shattered by a phone… Read More

Tags: book, readers, class, publishing, ladies, owen, marjorie, mumswritings, vinspire

Self-Publishing Guide

By JL reaper

Article / Non-Fiction

April 10, 2014

Comments: 1

Shelves: 1

A brief article about the process of self-publishing. Read More

Tags: writing, non-fiction, article, painting, marketing, publishing, process, kindle, academic, self-publishing

To Be Seasick

By Liam Strong

Short Story / Literary Fiction

February 15, 2014

Comments: 7

Shelves: 1

This happens to be a very symbolic short story, however weird it might seem. We had a study period during my government class, and randomly this idea came to me. The story itself is quite random too. Enjoy! Read More

Tags: change, water, publishing, sinking, ships, normal, unwillingness, seasickness

Wish I Could Just Write

By Annette Francis

Essay / Editorial and Opinion

January 29, 2014

Comments: 1

Shelves: 1

Why can't I no longer just write? Why must I concede to the monopolistic agendas of the publishers? Read More

Tags: writing, publishing, marketing_strategies

Looking for a Publisher/Manager

By Vashti Puls

Miscellaneous / Other

July 21, 2013

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

I think I write fantastic poetry but my life is full of drama and pain. If anyone is willing to get my work published for pay I shall give you 40% of any and all royalties. In the past I have been published and was on my way to a… Read More

Tags: publishing, publicity, manager, pr

The ups & downs of me leading too- me! And me! Forever and him and him for ever!

By Ina mcfarmers

Short Story / Romance

February 05, 2013

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

The story I'm about to put up is about 16 yrs old and I'd like to dedicate this story to my best friend who unfortunately no longer here, she's one of the first friends I showed this story to & I remember her laughing hysterical y the whole way thro… Read More

Tags: hope, exist, cant, true, laugh, beleive, mistakes, may, before, years, publishing, keep, didnt, correct, read

If you can't beat them, join them

By Emily Hollis

Short Story / Other

January 26, 2013

Shelves: 1

Michael had written so much over the years, but after too much frustration and too many rejection letters he decides to take a different tack. A writing competition comes up, and he knows one ideal candidate. The only problem is, he’s 20 years too old to take part... Read More

Tags: family, life, inspiring, reality, writer, publishing

A Reason for Living - Epilogue

January 22, 2013

Comments: 3

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Epilogue: of A Reason for Living - A Story that Shocked the World! Read More

Tags: fiction, world, story, stories, non-fiction, house, reason, living, true, book, non, defiance, agent, published, british

A Reason for Living - Errors of Judgement

January 22, 2013

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Errors of Judgement Social Services bury their mistakes! Read More

Tags: fiction, world, story, stories, non-fiction, house, reason, living, true, book, non, defiance, agent, published, british

A Reason for Living - Chapter 8

January 22, 2013

Comments: 3

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Chapter 8: of a Powerful and Compelling True Story of a Childs Fight for Survival from Abusive Parents Read More

Tags: fiction, world, story, stories, non-fiction, house, reason, living, true, book, non, defiance, agent, published, british

A Reason for Living - Chapter 7

January 22, 2013

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Chapter 7: of a Powerful and Compelling True Story of a Childs Fight for Survival from Abusive Parents Read More

Tags: fiction, world, story, stories, non-fiction, house, reason, living, true, book, non, defiance, agent, published, british

A Reason for Living - Chapter 6

January 22, 2013

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Chapter 6: of a Powerful and Compelling True Story of a Childs Fight for Survival from Abusive Parents Read More

Tags: fiction, world, story, stories, non-fiction, house, reason, living, true, book, non, defiance, agent, published, british

A Reason for Living - Chapter 5

January 22, 2013

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Chapter 5: of a Powerful and Compelling True Story of a Childs Fight for Survival from Abusive Parents Read More

Tags: fiction, world, story, stories, non-fiction, house, reason, living, true, book, non, defiance, agent, published, british

A Reason for Living - Chapter 4

January 22, 2013

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Chapter 4: of a Powerful and Compelling True Story of a Childs Fight for Survival from Abusive Parents Read More

Tags: fiction, world, story, stories, non-fiction, house, reason, living, true, book, non, defiance, agent, published, british

A Reason for Living - Chapter 3

January 22, 2013

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Chapter 3: of a Powerful and Compelling True Story of a Childs Fight for Survival from Abusive Parents Read More

Tags: fiction, world, story, stories, non-fiction, house, reason, living, true, book, non, defiance, agent, published, british

A Reason for Living - Chapter 2

January 22, 2013

Comments: 1

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Chapter 2: of a Powerful and Compelling True Story of a Childs Fight for Survival from Abusive Parents Read More

Tags: fiction, world, story, stories, non-fiction, house, reason, living, true, book, non, defiance, agent, published, british

A Reason for Living - Chapter 1

January 22, 2013

Comments: 5

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Chapter 1: of a Powerful and Compelling True Story of a Childs Fight for Survival from Abusive Parents Read More

Tags: fiction, world, story, stories, non-fiction, house, reason, living, true, book, non, defiance, agent, published, british

A Reason for Living - Prelims

January 22, 2013

Comments: 3

Shelves: 1

A Reason for Living - Prelims to a Powerful and Compelling True Story of a Childs Fight for Survival from Abusive Parents Read More

Tags: survivor, abuse, children, family, social, story, child, work, reason, living, true, book, care, protection, defiance

In Hope of Getting Published-(A wish)

By praveen gola

Poem / Commercial Fiction

December 08, 2012

Shelves: 1

This Hindi Poem explains problem faced by writers. Publishers should promote upcoming writers else literature would die. Social network is a little relief. Read More

Tags: publishing, troubles

Please Don't Write Bad Novels

By catt dahman

Article / Editorial and Opinion

May 06, 2012

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

Mistakes to avoid when writing fiction...please don't do these (sometimes funny) things in writing. Read More

Tags: horror, fiction, experience, writing, help, thriller, action, mistake, tips, advice, publishing, learn, authors, westerns

The Wicked Witch

By Heidi Ami

Book / Other

April 13, 2012

Comments: 1

Shelves: 1

The Wicked Witch is about a witch who is evil and bad and is always mean to the people turns to a good and nice witch. She helps people; poor, rich, tall, short, weak, strong needy and not needy. Make sure to read the story. It is funny in some… Read More

Tags: horror, stories, writers, young, witch, book, publishing, books, publishers, wicked

-STAR QUALITY-

By deadly words

Short Story / Romance

March 03, 2012

Comments: 1

Shelves: 1