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Suppose you took your car to the mechanic. When you returned, he smiled and said, "I not only replaced your dead battery, but added 250 unnecessary parts!" Just as unnecessary parts can cause a car engine to run badly, they can also clunk around in a piece of writing. Veteran writer Angela Hunt shares tips and strategies to revise and polish your manuscript, from big picture concepts to tiny matters of correct punctuation. Your writing will never be the same after listening to this little book.

Invitation compiles the first four episodes of Harbingers, each following a different character. Four strangers with gifts they don't understand soon realise pockets of darkness are emerging throughout the world. Whether it involves a mysterious house, the unexplainable death of animals around the world, or an otherworldly little girl, each puzzle they solve brings them closer to the ultimate explanation of what's happening. But will they discover the truth in time?

Danger brought them together... Gislebert, a gentle troubadour seeking the woman who captured his heart; Jonas, a feisty street urchin surviving by his wits and his beautiful drawings. These two uneasy companions agree to join in the search for adventure. But Jonas has a secret - one that will change the troubadour's life. As the two face hardship, imprisonment, and threats to their lives, Gislebert must face the demands of two kinds of love: faithful friendship and devotion to God.

Scarlett O'Hara. Katniss Everdeen. Wilbur the Pig. Why do we love and remember these characters long after we've forgotten the details of their stories? Angela Hunt, author of more than 150 published books, shares the secrets of successful characterization that will enable you to create memorable, extraordinary characters in your novel, short story, or screenplay.

So you want to write a book...where do you start? Veteran writer Angela Hunt discusses everything that needs to be done away from your manuscript: conceptualizing, identifying the genre, research, scheduling, drafting, critiquing, and publishing. So whether you want to write nonfiction or fiction, you should find something to help you get your book written. Enjoy this writing lesson for a fraction of the cost of attending one of Angela's writing classes - your writing will never be the same.

Book five in Angela Hunt's series for children ages 9-12: In the gathering darkness, Nicki and Christine swam quietly toward the Mary Celeste II. The water was as black as ink around them, and Nicki tried not to think of the living things that might be passing by her in the warm water.They reached the stern of the boat where the overhead light on deck threw shadows in the water. Nicki lifted her face mask. "Are you going to climb up, or should I?" Christine's mouth fell open and her eyes bugged. "Behind you," she squealed. "Look!" Nicki whirled around. Behind her something was rising out of...

"Show, don't tell" is a mantra every fiction writer hears, but did you know that effective storytelling sometimes requires a balance of both? In this insightful writing guide, veteran novelist Angela Hunt demystifies the art of showing and telling, teaching writers how to use each technique strategically. Discover when to show for maximum impact, when to tell to keep your story moving, and how to craft narration that's vivid, compelling, and purposeful. Complete with examples and hands-on exercises, this lesson will sharpen your storytelling skills and elevate your craft.

Unlock your full potential as a writer with this weekly collection of practical advice from a seasoned pro. With over 40 years of experience in both fiction and nonfiction, Angela Hunt offers a year's worth of insights on writing, publishing, and the business of being a writer—delivered in concise, actionable nuggets. Each week, you'll find expert advice on various topics, including: *Mastering vocabulary and key publishing terms *Crafting unforgettable characters and compelling plots *Making time for writing, even with a busy schedule *Navigating the complexities of the writing business ...

Transform your writing with Beginning and Ending Your Novel, the ultimate guide to crafting captivating beginnings and unforgettable endings. In this lesson, book 15 in the Writing Lessons from the Front series, multi-published author Angela Hunt shares her secrets to creating a winning start and a satisfying finish that will leave readers hooked long after they've finished the last page. Benefits of reading this book: - Learn the key elements of a successful beginning and how to avoid common pitfalls - Discover the most popular types of endings and how to craft a "twist" ending that will ...

Does your book bog down in the middle? Do you have pages on which nothing really happens? Do people skip or skim large portions of text? Then you're probably lacking tension. From years of teaching writing, novelist Angela Hunt knows that maintaining tension is one of the most difficult challenges a fiction writer faces. Learn some of the techniques you can use to maintain tension and hook readers so completely that they can't put your book down.

In a world of flawed heroes, crooked politicians, and people who lie as naturally as they breathe, who can you trust? Who do you trust? You may not be sure if God exists or if Jesus was a real person. You may be confused about a lot of stuff in the Bible. If any of those statements are true for you, you're not alone. But if you're curious to know more about God--who, what, and where He is--this book and its eighteen brief lessons will help you learn for yourself. Plus, you can submit your own questions about God to be answered in subsequent volumes. Theology--the story of God--is the queen ...

Ages 10-14. Life is wonderful! At least that's what thirteen-year-old Cassie believes. Everything seems perfect: she's tried out for--and won--the lead role in the eighth-grade musical and she's singing with the best-looking guy in school. Cassie is sure of one thing: nothing can stop her now! Then her dad moves out. And suddenly Cassie's perfect world comes crashing down around her . . .

Ages 12 to 15. Cassie has always wanted to be a real singer. Now she has a chance to join a singing group made up of the best young singers in the country! Ahead of her is a nationwide tour, complete with TV performances and a record album. This is Cassie’s big chance. All she has to do in return is promote candidate Jim Foreman for president. And that will be easy! After all, he’s a great guy . . . isn’t he? Then a series of startling—and life-threatening—events takes place, and Cassie discovers what really matters most.

Volumes one through six of the Writing Lessons from the Front series have dealt with the technical and craft aspects of writing. In this supplemental volume, veteran writer Angela Hunt shares what's she's learned as a Christian writer - about the process, the plans, the critics, the risks, and the ethics of being a writer of faith.

Readers pick up nonfiction books to learn something. They pick up novels to feel something: love, fear, joy, grief, elation, frustration, happiness, desperation, anger, despair, determination...or all of the above. We write novels to give readers a vicarious emotional experience. They want to weep when our characters weep and rejoice when they rejoice.

Ever wish you had a list of things to check off as you write your novel or short story? Interesting protagonist? Check. High stakes at risk? Check. Fascinating setting? Check. Veteran author Angela Hunt, an admitted lover of lists, has compiled lists for every phase of your writing, from pre-writing to final drafting and submission or publication - including complete instructions about how to upload a book to CreateSpace and Kindle. Use and adapt these lists to fit your writing style, and know that your finished work is the best it can be.

Forty adult fairy tales. These are not children's stories. Leprechauns, Djinn, Red Caps, Sidhe, Sirens, Mermaids, and various other homicidal Fairies from the Winter Court share brutal stories without heroes.

During the advent season of 2023, more than 250 people met online to discuss the people, places, prophecies, and purpose of Christmas . . . as illustrated in Angela Hunt’s STAR OF WONDER, an advent devotional published by Bethany House. This companion book exists . . . . because they asked for it. Inside you'll find extra materials and discussions by that group, in the hope that you will join in the marvelous mystery that is Christmas, Christ-with-us.

Recovering from the isolation of caring for her recently deceased mother, Autora Norquest begins to experience bewildering dreams. As she seeks to understand the voices that fill her sleeping hours, she learns that her mother has hidden a secret . . . a truth that could change Aurora's present and set a new course for her future. Autora is aided in her understanding by Philip Cannon, the neighbor who shows more than a friendly interest. With love as his ally, Philip helps her discern between truth and falsehood, the threat of fear and the hope of love. Christy-award winning author Angela ...

More people than ever are loving other people's children--in stepfamilies, extended families, adoptive families, and other situations that have more to do with love than biology. If you are loving someone else's child, you'll face challenges-- and this book will help you meet them. In Loving Someone Else's Child, Angela Hunt talks respectfully, affectionately, and expertly to parents like me caught in an imperfect, sometimes impossible, family. She is a family expert with courage and a big heart.Dave Kopp, former editor Christian Parenting Today Newly revised and updated.