Books & Authors - August 2007

Because I read in a maazine that she said she was.

2007-08-22 08:04:06 · 18 answers · asked by Dani 1

As an avid reader, i've read the ultimate classic novels. I've now set my sights on short stories. I've read some "classics" like The Yellow Wallpaper, A Good Man is Hard to Find, The Lottery, and A Rose for Emily- but I'm looking for more.. Any short stories or authors that I should pay attention to? I really like southern gothic if that helps any! Thanks so much in advance.

P.S. My english professor was obsessed with Ernest Hemingway and William Faulkner so exclude those authors please!

2007-08-22 07:39:20 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Is that a swear word?

Please no spoilers on book 7... I'm reading it right now.

2007-08-22 07:23:52 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

I recently read Stephen Kings novel 'Rose Madder' that has 600 pages in just over two days. I loved the fast paced and relentless plot.

Have you ever read a book this quickly?

2007-08-22 07:18:52 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

hmm? i've read only 3 books so far.

2007-08-22 07:16:53 · 13 answers · asked by bluestreak91 1

I just read a good book "The Attraction" its about 5 college kids that in the middle of no- where find a gas station that has one of those "8th mysteries of the world thing" for a dollar, they steal it and later die. The whold book takes place in a car. What other books are like that? -small amount of people, - takes place in only about one place (maybe a haunted school), - college kids in the book dying.

2007-08-22 07:08:04 · 4 answers · asked by CPU 3

im 13 and i like books with suspense, adventure, fantasy, and especially mystery.
i like the books that are like
*the twilight series
*agatha christie's books
*the dark hills divide
*meg cabot's books(the boy next door)
*goblin wood
things like that--
any ideas???
thanxx in advance
ps no harry potter stuff

2007-08-22 06:41:19 · 16 answers · asked by TWiLiGHT_LoVeR 1

I am a female and I am going on a 7-day vacation up in the mountains and I will be on a quiet beach pretty much all day, every day. I need something light, relaxing, and an easy-read. Give me some ideas- only the best books ! Thanks !

2007-08-22 06:32:37 · 11 answers · asked by xodncr4lifeox 1

I am a big fan of both Stepehen King's & Dean Koontz's books. Can you recommend another author who writes similar books?

2007-08-22 06:20:44 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm looking for place's that deal more with sci-fi/ horror stuff. I'm looking to get some exposure for my work (writing, short stories, characters ect.) and I hear literary magazines are a good start. So can you name any GOOD QUALITY magazines?

2007-08-22 05:56:52 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm interested in sending my book to publishers who are involved in my niche (auto racing/cars). Where can I find a list of publishers where I can send my manuscript to?

Thanks.

2007-08-22 04:50:38 · 2 answers · asked by rob y 2

I need ideas on what to name my new cookbook.
Healthy food under 1 hour !! I like the Greatful Bread?
How does that sound?

2007-08-22 04:44:06 · 2 answers · asked by amy a 2

2007-08-22 03:42:16 · 12 answers · asked by k843 1

I had sent a short story to an Editor for publication. He published it but changed the title of the story without my knowledge and permission. Is he entitled to do so? If not, what would be my remedies?

2007-08-22 03:33:46 · 8 answers · asked by NURULMAQSUD 1

I'm writing a story. The protagonist starts of as a pretty bad guy. My goal is for him to grow and become a better person by the end of the story. But, I find myself forcing him to start making those inner changes really early in the story, and I know it shouldn't happen this quick. Not with this guy's past. He's come across his love interest, who will eventually change his views on life. But, i'm becoming so wrapped in my vision of their love affair, I find myself rushing to get them to bed (so to speak).

How can I stop myself from doing this?

And, do I just add more scenes where he's being a butthole before he actually runs into this person to drag it out?

2007-08-22 03:30:27 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-22 03:22:23 · 38 answers · asked by clever_clogs19 2

I have this quote running through my head "you must begin with the ending in mind." I know I read it somewhere years ago but I can't remember where or when. Before I dig through my library I wanted to see if someone can point me in the right direction. Thanks!

2007-08-22 03:16:37 · 9 answers · asked by Philip N 2

I'm mostly concerned with translators of books. How is the market like in the States? Do you get paid by hour or by the number of words translated? Approx. what is the rate? And also, how long does it take you to translate a book in general? Thanks!

2007-08-22 03:13:05 · 3 answers · asked by Henry X 1

Did Tolkien ever indicate what age we are in right now as compared to his writings?

2007-08-22 03:12:21 · 5 answers · asked by Balrog 2

I recently submitted a snippit of one of my older writings to a writing critique group. I had some positive feedback, however, a lot of people had a problem with the fact that I didn't divulge the character's physical despcription, age, or details about the subject of a conversation (the "Orange Experiment"). They said things like "Why should I care about this guy if I don't know anything about him?" or "Why should I care about this conversation when I don't know what the Orange Experiement is?" and similar things.

My question is: In the first few pages of your novel, did you immediately give specifics about the characters physical appearance age, etc. I find this to be kind of odd, almost forced. I wanted the details to present themselves naturally, not like I was writing an article. In the pages that followed what I submitted, more details presented themselves in, what I thought was, a natural fashion.

Your thoughts?

2007-08-22 02:36:19 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi, I want to write not a novel but a book. I want to direct it at Young Adult readers or Children. I know its easier to write a childrens book (pagewise) but its kind of embarassing for a 14 year old to write a book like that. I'd hope my friends would support me but i dont want to be laughed at.. And i dont have any ideas for a young adult book.. HELP!

2007-08-22 02:25:51 · 6 answers · asked by Steven B 3

I have thinking a writing a story / book for a while now and just recently started it. I have about one chapter writen and would like to get some opinions on it so far and ideas and to what people think I should do from there. I will take everyones ideas and consider them as I write my book. I need to know where I can post an excerpt and get feed back. Thanks for you help.

2007-08-22 02:15:17 · 3 answers · asked by Nicole 2

If the first Harry Potter book (Harry Potter and the Sorceror's Stone) takes place in 1990-1997,and the last Harry Potter book (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows) takes place in 1997-1998, how could there be a Nimbus 2000 and 2001? I really don't get it.

2007-08-22 01:51:03 · 14 answers · asked by calamari kid 5

a girls childhood and teenage years?

2007-08-22 01:50:17 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-22 01:17:09 · 5 answers · asked by janine_partz 1

How could i make my book's ending? i need ideas for other books too. i really need help. my first book has i fight sene in a homedepot how could i make abook around that idea?

2007-08-22 00:35:00 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Only when shown by the Ghost Of Christmas Future, that He would die, then He decided He needed to change.

2007-08-21 22:48:32 · 11 answers · asked by elizadushku 6

I was wondering if anyone has links to stories/hosting sites, that carry teenage fanfiction. No main themes(not based on books, movies etc). Just an original story with teenagers and their drama/angst as the main focus.

2007-08-21 19:52:28 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-21 18:36:58 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-21 18:12:05 · 2 answers · asked by mattjcook07 2