Page to Pulse. A Guide to Mass Hysteria for Writers of Horror, Dark Fantasy, & the Weird
An Account Of Some Recent Discoveries In Hieroglyphical Literature, And Egyptian Antiquities
A Novel Approach
Finally-a book on writing that understands how your ADHD brain worksADHD can throw so many hurdles in your path that writing a book feels impossible. A Novel Approach: Strategies for ADHD Writers is written with those obstacles in mind.This book is for you if: You're tired of writing advice that isn't designed for an ADHD brainYou want to write a book but can't get organized enough to startYou have a lot of unfinished books because you keep getting distracted by new ideasYou struggle with motivation, procrastination or forgetfulness so the writing never gets doneYou sit down to write, only to lose focus five minutes laterWith this book, you'll learn how to: Organize your ideas into a framework that will guide you from your first page to the lastDevelop a writing routine that's customized to your unique situation and needsStay focused and motivated all the way through your draft, even when you'd rather be doing anything elseTurn your ADHD into a creative advantage by tapping into your strengthsFull of exercises, case studies and thought-provoking advice, A Novel Approach will show you how to develop new habits and practices that work with, not against your ADHD. ADHD doesn't have to get between you and your dream of being an author! It's time to rewrite the story you've been telling yourself about what you can do, because your ADHD doesn't get the final word-you do.
Write Iconic Characters
Iconic characters build unforgettable stories.Iconic characters stick with us long after the final page. They become touchstones, reference points with which we describe friends, enemies, and ourselves.Creating just one iconic character can transform your writing career. Readers will forgive all sorts of minor flaws in your stories if your characters strike deep into their humanity, connecting with both their light and shadow.Write Iconic Characters reveals the psychology behind unforgettable characters by exploring the nine core fears and desires that drive human behavior. Master these forces, and you'll craft characters whose every choice feels inevitable and stories that readers can't put down.
Shelved
You wrote the book. Now it's time to get it into readers' hands and start earning income from it.Shelved is a clear, practical guide for Canadian authors and illustrators who want to see their self-published books in public libraries and register for Canada's Public Lending Right (PLR) program.Whether you're just starting out or already have books in print, this guide covers the steps that matter: How Canadian libraries are structured and how they select booksWhat the PLR program is and how to registerWhat makes a book more likely to be acceptedHow to build a backlist that supports long-term incomeWhen and how to follow up with librariesWritten by two Canadian creators actively working through this process, Shelved offers clear information, encouragement, and a path forward for getting your books into the hands of more readers, through the public shelves they visit most.
Second Language Pragmatics and Young Language Learners
This book brings together research on second language pragmatics in the underexplored context of EFL primary classrooms. Presenting studies from Croatia, Cyprus, Germany, Norway, Spain and the Netherlands, the book offers a rich exploration of different topics, such as learners' pragmatic performance, awareness and development, learners' and teachers' views on pragmatic instruction, and investigations concerning material use and lesson planning. The studies feature a range of data sources including animated films, arts-based instruction, classroom discourse, narrated picture-based tasks, questionnaires and interviews, introducing the reader to a wealth of opportunities for evaluating young learners' engagement with pragmatics. Being the first edited volume to provide an overview of the rapidly growing area of young learner pragmatics, it will be of great interest to researchers, graduate students and language teachers.
Understanding Love
This book is a true voyage of exploration across the sea of love, approaching the theme through a logotherapeutic and philosophical perspective. The author, PhD Timo Purjo, examines love as the highest value, a fundamental spiritual capacity, and the deepest meaning of human existence. It leads the reader from foundational philosophical principles to concrete life situations in which love is expressed as an attitude, a responsibility, a decision, and a calling. It draws upon Viktor Frankl織s anthropological understanding of the human person, placing emphasis on the role of the will to meaning, self-transcendence, and responsibility in realizing authentic love. The author reflects on love not just as a feeling but as a value that gives direction and purpose to human life. Through philosophical analysis drawing on the insights of M. Scheler, K. Jaspers, E. Fromm, and other important thinkers, Purjo connects the logotherapeutic understanding of meaning with fundamental questions about the nature of love, the challenges it faces, and its potential for growth. Building upon Frankl織s concept of WILL TO MEANING as the cornerstone of logotherapy, Purjo expands the framework by guiding the reader toward a conscious and empowered WILL TO LOVE. The practical dimension of love is also explored as love in interpersonal relationships, in professional settings, love directed toward imperfection, love in suffering and loss, and love for non-human beings and nature. The book includes personal stories that testify to love as a genuine and vital force in life. What makes this book truly unique is that the author does not write from the position of someone who "knows what love is," but rather as someone who searches, learns, and shares with the reader what he has discovered along the way. More than a theoretical exploration, this book is an invitation to pause, reflect, and re-examine the ways in which love shapes our decisions, our relationships, and our sense of purpose. It encourages
Publishing is Broken, but it Doesn't Have to Break Us
Publishing is broken, but it doesn't have to break you. In this candid, no-holds-barred guide, USA Today bestselling author and small-press publisher Russell Nohelty reveals why the traditional publishing model is stacked against most writers, and how to make the industry work for you.Drawing on decades of experience and dozens of successful book launches, Nohelty offers a blueprint for building your creative career without selling your soul or burning yourself out. You'll learn how to break free from tired industry myths, connect directly with the readers who love your work, jettison traditional gatekeepers, construct a sustainable creative life. and leverage simple tools and strategies that actually pay off without all the needless hustle.Whether you're a first-time writer or a seasoned pro, this book offers real-world strategies for breaking free of the status quo. Packed with straight talk, practical insights, and actionable advice, Publishing Is Broken Publishing, But It Doesn't Have to Break Us doesn't pretend there's a one-size-fits-all answer. Instead, it hands you the keys to design a publishing path that fits your goals, your schedule, and your sanity. If you're ready to build a thriving, bullshit-free writing career, this book will show you the way forward.
Social Media and Language Learning
This book explores creative uses of social media for informal language learning. It focuses on the underexplored area of how informal language learning adapts to technological innovations in two multimodal media-sharing platforms: TikTok and Instagram.Drawing on ecological perspectives of language learning and spatial understandings of digital technology and learning, the research reported in this book unpacks how social media technologies are used for language learning. It presents insights from a dual-level qualitative methodological design: a comparative study of public online data of social media posts collected from TikTok and Instagram, and a multiple case study based on ethnographic narrative data gathered from participants' journal entries, stimulated recall interviews, and social media posts. This book reveals the dynamic landscape of digital language learning that is being integrated into learners' everyday lives through multimodal content creation and networking.This book enriches readers' understanding of social media's role in language learning, and offers pedagogical strategies for teachers to integrate newer technologies and multimodal materials into language classrooms to enhance students' learning experiences.
Designing Next-Gen Libraries
Recent trends in the advancement of technology, in processes and systems enable humankind to undergo a lot of challenges in upgrading their skills and systems in the information world. One needs to quickly understand these robust changes and adopt them in their work environment to keep pace with the requirements of the users catered to the value-added library services. Thus, the book is aimed to explore such recent trends, tools and technological implementation along with its adaptability of the library systems to help the library and knowledge management practitioners.
Comparison of ChatGPT and Perplexity outputs for a fiction writing task and a factual research task
Which chatbot can help me the fastest and best? This question was explored in a brief experiment with two tasks each for ChatGPT (chatgpt.com) and Perplexity (perplexity.ai). Both chatbots were given identical tasks and the results were then compared. The two tasks were chosen to be as different as possible. The first task was to write a short fiction story. The second task consisted of factual research on a bioscientific-medical topic. The different outputs of ChatGPT and Perplexity for the identical tasks were compared to determine the best chatbot for each task and the intended purpose. Translated outputs as well as original outputs (in German) from ChatGPT and Perplexity are included.
Catalogue of the Important and Valuable Library of the Late George Offor
The Organization of Information
Organizing information is at the heart of the information professions, and the fifth edition of The Organization of Information is a key resource for anyone seeking up-to-date guidance. For millennia, information organization has been central to the functioning of libraries and other information institutions. The fifth edition of The Organization of Information provides a timely, detailed introduction to organizing in a variety of information contexts, including library cataloging, archival description, indexing, museum registration, metadata creation for digital collections, organizing on the web, linked data, and the development of the Semantic Web. Examining how and why information professionals organize information in contemporary libraries, archives, museums, and in a variety of online settings, expert Daniel N. Joudrey addresses the types of retrieval tools used throughout information organizations, the functionality of information systems, and the role and effect of technology on information organization. A discussion of encoding follows, explaining the basics of the MARC format, several XML schemas, and the developing BIBFRAME standard. A section on the principles and functionality of metadata covers metadata types, metadata characteristics, and tools used to manage metadata projects. A timely new chapter on conceptual models and frameworks articulates the visions behind the Library Reference Model (LRM), Records-in-Contexts (RiC), and the Semantic Web, including a discussion of RDF as its underlying structural model. Finally, the latter portion of the book describes practices related to the creation of descriptive metadata. Providing a thorough overview of the field's major issues, challenges, and standards, The Organization of Information is an essential resource for students in library and information science programs as well as for established professionals who want to refresh their knowledge of the latest developments in the field.
Unlocking Possibilities in the Library
This groundbreaking book explores the exciting realm of non-traditional programming in libraries, unlocking new possibilities for engagement, learning, and community building. Explore the evolving role of libraries as community hubs that go beyond traditional book lending and educational programs. This book highlights innovative and forward-thinking library programs that address emerging community needs, from digital literacy and re-entry services to mental health support and environmental sustainability initiatives. Drawing on real-world case studies, the book provides practical insights into how libraries can harness their unique resources to tackle the challenges faced by diverse and underserved populations. What sets Unlocking Possibilities in the Library: Programing for the Future apart is its focus on the innovative and non-traditional library programs that are reshaping the way libraries interact with their communities. It emphasizes that libraries are not just places for books, but vibrant spaces for community engagement and empowerment. The book takes a deep dive into the lessons learned from libraries across the nation that have implemented groundbreaking programs, offering both successes and challenges, and actionable strategies that other libraries can adopt. In addition to program implementation, Unlocking Possibilities in the Library delves into the crucial aspects of building community partnerships, ensuring inclusivity, and addressing systemic inequities. By bridging the gap between traditional services and innovative outreach, this book showcases how libraries can act as catalysts for positive social change. With its comprehensive exploration of non-traditional programming and focus on community impact, Unlocking Possibilities in the Library offers library professionals, administrators, and policymakers a resource for creating meaningful, forward-thinking programs that make libraries more relevant and accessible in today's diverse, rapidly evolving world.
Literature and Translation in the Licensing Realm
This study examines how literature and its interlingual circulation changed under the conditions of international legal agreements. Until the 19th century, translation into other languages was dominated by the so-called target culture and took place independently of the source culture (freedom of translation). By contrast, modern authors can influence the international distribution of their works through copyright law. Not only has an extensive licensing system emerged - with agencies, publishers and scouts specializing in the interlingual dissemination of literature - the author's awareness of writing books for countries other than their own has also increased. The development of transnational authorship is traced through the history of German literature since the 19th century and the interaction of writers with translators, publishers and agencies.
Countervocalities
The Mediterranean island of Corsica, a French territory, experiences mobility in the form of locals' mass exodus to the Continent, the arrival of immigrants at rates similar to Paris, and a booming tourist industry with millions of visitors each year. What, then, are the multilingual dynamics on the island--languages emerging from above (French), a middle ground (Corsican), and sideways (languages of immigrants and tourists)? What multilingual subjectivities are articulated? Mendes analyzes competing conceptualizations of linguistic multiplicity, what he calls countervocalities, in which languages are constantly rearranging in variously imagined hierarchies.Countervocalities explores different dimensions of institutional multilingualism, namely those related to policies, practices, and ideologies within and extending from education settings. The chapters address reclamation, imposition, and erasure of different languages on Corsica, moving from inside the school, to artefacts from the schoolscape, to discourses about language teaching. The study fruitfully analyzes an array of interactional and artefactual data types. This productive alternation offers a cross-section of attitudes toward and representations of multilingual dynamics while foregrounding the role of mobility and language in understandings of place and what counts as local.
Write a Must-Read
You want to write a nonfiction book that matters. A book readers love and rave about. A book they underline, dog-ear, and highlight. A must-read. How do you do that, when you've never written a book like that before? When you aren't sure what content to include in a nonfiction book, or how to organize it? And when you're not sure if your idea is worth pursuing in the first place? At the heart of the answers to all these questions is a craft created by AJ Harper, ghostwriter and editor for some of the foremost thought leaders of our time. The foundation of that craft is a simple, yet powerful philosophy: Reader First. When you learn how to put your reader first at every stage of book development, writing, and editing, you can create the connection and trust required to transform their lives. In a new paperback format, Harper reveals the proven methods and frameworks she has used for nearly two decades to write and edit perennial bestsellers. It's not the easy way, or the fast way; it's the effective way. The payoff for doing this important work: a must-read book, and a massive readership who serve as ambassadors for your message and your brand.
