Books & Authors - September 2006

I have an idea for a book

it would include about 25-50 storeis from people around the country.
My only concern is royalty payments and such,
because of the nature and title of the book, I know it would get pretty good notice and sales. But if I include diffrent people's stories with pictures of them, do they get a cut or not? Or more percisly,
how do they get compensation, or do they just sign off thier rights?

thanks!

2006-09-29 15:48:33 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

Any of these categories:
Romance
supernatural romance
advebture/romance
fantasy/romance
fantasy
and just those types of books EVERYONE should enjoy.. example: the 5 people you meet in heaven.
Im a teen, but i like YA(young adult) im mature as long as the romance isnt to abd, but immature so whatever, no kiddish romance, prefer true love. Also love fantays example: harry potter!

2006-09-29 15:12:43 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

...and why


thanks

2006-09-29 14:51:01 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

i am trying to learn french for work and jsut started. id like to read childrens books in french or even better, listen to them being read on tape or cd. any and all help is appreciated.

2006-09-29 14:27:43 · 4 answers · asked by jbeck1234 1

Ok. I have to write a 10 page response for my independent reading book and I'm going to divide it into sections...
This is my first time writting a 10 page response and I don't know how to do this, where to start and where to end? I seriously need help....
What should I write about? The author / style of writting/ characters/ plot/ theme/ andd????




and when i begin, for example, writting about major characters, should I title that section, major characters or should i title it something different?



Oh yeah, if you're going to write "do you HW by yourself" ---- Save yourself the time!!!

2006-09-29 14:06:40 · 8 answers · asked by Sheyna 1

i'm ok when i wake up, go to school/work and think about what i'd like to accomplish. or when i go out with my friend, go to the movies, read a book & so on...but when i get home, in the afternoon and in the middle of the night (if i can't fall asleep) i feel really depressed. i so miss having someone in my life and it just doesn't happen. so how do i deal with being single and feel satisfied about being alone. (please don't write about going out and dating different people 'cause you can't force yourself into falling in love.) you can fool your mind but not your heart.

thanks.

2006-09-29 14:03:08 · 12 answers · asked by Eden 1

2006-09-29 13:47:15 · 26 answers · asked by SMiLeY 1

Would like statistics, i.e. longest run on NY times bestseller list, not just personal opinions. Particulary interested in historical romance authors. Thanks.

2006-09-29 13:16:16 · 13 answers · asked by beccabeccaboo02 2

Me and my friend have a report on banned books and we would like to know everyones opinions. It is a debate so we need both pros and cons. Thank you to those who answer.

2006-09-29 12:51:20 · 16 answers · asked by Brea G 1

The rain drifted in the wind making what looked like waves on the dry gorund. The ground soaked it up like a sponge but still looked parched. Oklahoma hadn't had rain for a long time, it seemed to Kiara that there hasn't been rain for years. Kiara ran out into the rain and danced. She didn't relize that would be her last dance in the rain, by herself at least.

2006-09-29 12:48:41 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

It's about a Native American princess who wants to be free from her strict tribe. Does it sound like an award winner to you?

2006-09-29 12:32:22 · 21 answers · asked by Zoeygirl 2

It's so strange to hear these words this way,
a year since you left me to this very day.
Your sister spotting me in a crowded mall,
then telling me sadly you're not well at all.

She tells me at night you cry before sleep,
things once mine you look at and weep.
You walk around dazed as if under some spell,
wear my old jersey to remember my smell.

But you married money so life would be fun,
stop grieving of things over and done.
You know I will always have feelings for you,
so words she tells me do make me blue.

If we tried it once more it could not be the same,
sometimes things happen with no one to blame.
Once mirrors are broken they all fill with cracks
and the same reflection can never come back

2006-09-29 12:14:18 · 11 answers · asked by -_boss_- 1

i need a book that is at least 250 pages long. i'm looking for a book that is also a movie. the book had to come out first though. it can't be boring. any ideas??

2006-09-29 12:11:17 · 24 answers · asked by eddie 2

2006-09-29 11:55:46 · 2 answers · asked by Sky Star 1

Did you know there's a movie coming out December 15? Tell me who wrote the book.

If any of you know about "Miranda vs. Arizona" of the "Miranda Rights," let me know. I have a debate coming up. *I represent Arizona*

2006-09-29 11:54:53 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-09-29 11:52:09 · 49 answers · asked by martin48732 1

It's a 2005-2006 book but not sure. and it's about a investigator or agent or something, that wakes up with amnesia and has a bullet wound and a phicologist help his find out what happens. I remember reading the review but i forgot the name. please please

2006-09-29 11:41:49 · 4 answers · asked by elclone 3

I have been looking to find a trilogy of books I read as a child for YEARS...it's about a brother and sister, the brother is supposed to be a knight and the sister, a mage, they swap places and she hides her womanhood for years, eventually she finds a sword (something special about it...don't remember) I know this is going to sound sexist but the only scene from the book I remember clearly is she is swordfighting with the badguy and he slices through the bandages holding her breasts down and they pop up and everyone is shocked....even if you only know the name of ONE of the books, or the author(s) It would help me greatly...it's been driving me crazy for YEARS

2006-09-29 11:35:07 · 5 answers · asked by uther_dark 2

Does anyone know the name of the book about a boy, whose father owns a hardware shop and wants him to become the first person on the moon. The boy befriends a strange man in town. Does anyone know the name of this book?

2006-09-29 11:24:05 · 1 answers · asked by Dr. Answers 2

2006-09-29 11:00:13 · 43 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-09-29 10:17:04 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Does anybody know the name of the book where it is a story of a boy who is by himself and the story follows him as he walks across what I remember is Europe and I think it is during the war. I am afraid this is all I have to go on. I read it during my standard grades in Scotland!

2006-09-29 10:13:29 · 13 answers · asked by hairyhaggis_uk 2

specifically interested in colonial history of us. but would welcome any suggestions of books about other periods if you think they are worth reading.

2006-09-29 10:01:32 · 14 answers · asked by carly-jayne r 2

what's ur favorite character and plot from them?

2006-09-29 09:46:45 · 7 answers · asked by sasmallworld 6

have u heard of Wicked , and Tale of Evil Stepsisters or something liek that... i know the play "wicked" is based on the book... are the series any good? i think she's written quite a few, based on snow white, cinderella, etc...

2006-09-29 09:45:12 · 7 answers · asked by sasmallworld 6

I'm writing a novel and want to use intertextual refernces...like make references to real websites, fast-food chains, celebrities, etc. I know if you make a movie, and you show a Logo or talk about the company, say McDonalds, you have to get permission from the company. Does the same rule apply to writing novels?

2006-09-29 09:18:37 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

please could you help me i'm abit behind on my reading and would like to find a nice book what book are you reading or do know a really good ones i'm into comedy,romance,thriller,horror anything relly accept drama please i have enough of that and i dont want to cry

2006-09-29 09:17:21 · 38 answers · asked by lalalala 2

We have to write a story. "Write what you know" the teacher said but I don't know anything.

2006-09-29 09:10:34 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've become interested in fiction based on Leonardo Da Vinci's genius and on bible prophesy. Any good reads you can recommend?

2006-09-29 08:47:13 · 9 answers · asked by trueblue 2

...what do you say to yourself in order to not let it affect you.

thanks

2006-09-29 08:36:31 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous