Books & Authors - October 2007

I think she would figure it out, but when does she do this? Does someone tell her? All I know is when she asks, her mother says that she wears it for the gold thread or something stupid like that.

2007-10-04 18:53:33 · 4 answers · asked by fabfrenchflamingo 1

RE: my writings, if i publish it under another (false)name, is this ok? and is there a formal process to do to make this happen?
thanks! :)

2007-10-04 17:35:14 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have written some stuff and promoted it and have realised that some1 else has done it very simular to me, but he has been in business for several years, and i am just starting...
I read some of the copyright stuff, and it seems vague, and that I will prob be ok, unless i COPIED spec works from him.. this being said, i have not copied anything directly, but when i compared out works, they are both very simular, can he sue me? will i get in trouble? :( help!

2007-10-04 17:30:32 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

what is your favorite book from him and what is it about?

2007-10-04 17:15:43 · 8 answers · asked by Cristy 2

I'm in a fiction workshop class. Personally? I dislike them. I don't like the deadlines, the pressure, or anything like that (although I love reading other peoples' stories! That's fun!). Even with a great professor, I find my writing limp and forced on the page, as if I'm trying too hard to impress someone. When I write for myself, I know I'm not going to show it to anybody, and it's always better and truer than what I write for workshops. It seems that way for a lot of people, though. Why do you suppose that is? Is it pressure that makes bad writing? Or does it just depend on the writer?

2007-10-04 16:47:13 · 10 answers · asked by Megan2003 2

What was the triumphent gleam in Dumbledores eye about on page 696? I have read the series over an over and i still cant figure it out!!!

2007-10-04 16:30:46 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

What is the setting (time and place) of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix? I have a pretty accurate depiction of the setting place-wise but what is the time it is in? Ex: Modern times, Medieval times, 1980's, etc...

Thanks in advance.

2007-10-04 16:19:54 · 2 answers · asked by LP 1

Do you think Bradbury gives a realistic view of the future rechnology? Explain.

2007-10-04 15:55:40 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

because i am a freshman in highschool and i have to do a book report on one of these and i am wondering which is easiest and has a real good story so yeah...
out of these selections:

* A: Animal Farm
* B: Jane Eyre
* C: Lord of the Flies
* D: The Yearling
* E: To Kill a Mockingbird
* F: A Tale of Two Cities
* G: A Separate Peace

2007-10-04 15:51:23 · 13 answers · asked by Troy Dayak 2

...a whale watcher from Cawker City, Kansas who sits in the bathtub all the time pretending his toes are humpbacks.

2007-10-04 15:33:15 · 5 answers · asked by ? 1

About how long did it take you to read The Joy Luck Club?
I want to read it, but I don't have a lot of time.

2007-10-04 15:21:18 · 6 answers · asked by Catarina 1

I have no idea how to publish a book, can someone explain the things you have too do?

2007-10-04 14:46:15 · 5 answers · asked by Kiara 2

I'm going to keep you all in suspense and not announce mine just yet.

2007-10-04 14:42:47 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

i've read most classics that are required for school and such.
please list the classics that you've honestly read PERSONALLY and tell me why they're really good

thx in advance

2007-10-04 14:40:06 · 14 answers · asked by ? 3

I need to read a book every 6 weeks and I'm out of good book ideas. Any suggestions?

2007-10-04 14:08:25 · 13 answers · asked by Backstroke Love! 1

any good books for a 13 year old?

2007-10-04 14:04:42 · 12 answers · asked by The Dude 2

Mine is Heat, True Talents, The Hitchhikers guide to he galaxy, and 1001 Science questions.

2007-10-04 13:57:33 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

The plot had to do with an interstellar data network. The villain was the head of security for the organization, who tried framing some innocents to increase his won power.

The good guys included an expert who worked for the organization and a hacker he recruited.

What made the novel particularly interesting to me was that in this society, people wore labels indicating their personality type. When you met a person, you'd know if they were introverted or extroverted, geeky, schizophrenic, etc. And the society claimed to make room for a much wider range of types than normal societies do.

2007-10-04 13:55:37 · 1 answers · asked by simplicitus 7

I want to be a writer and I've found I like the noir fiction genre which is like a mystery/detective/crime genre. I want to read more of these authors to help me become a better writer. Does anyone know of any of the best authors in this genre? Thanks a lot.

2007-10-04 13:42:20 · 6 answers · asked by Nash M 1

Not counting for work or school. And not magizenes or newspapers. Actual Books

2007-10-04 13:06:14 · 19 answers · asked by Common Sense 5

what are the rules when it comes to writing a novel that is based on real life people, places and events? does permission have to be sought from all these people, or would a simple name change 'to protect their identities' be sufficient? could someone sue for libel if they recognised themself or their home town in a book? what is the law in this regard? (for example, when frank mccourt was writing his memoir 'angela's ashes', did he have to seek permission from everyone he ever met?

2007-10-04 11:58:42 · 5 answers · asked by ylanger ylanger 3

what page is the following quote on in harper lee's to kill a mockingbird?
"That's okay ma'am, you'll get to know all the country folks after a while. The Cunningham's never took anything they couldn't pay back- no church basket and no scrip stamps. They never took anything off of anybody. They get along on what they have. They don't have much, but they get along on it."

I know it's in the first half of the book. On scout's first day of school if that helps any!

THanks! I can't find the book right now or else I'd do it myself!

2007-10-04 11:53:14 · 9 answers · asked by musicobsessionxoxo 3

Seriously, this guy occupied the bestseller lists for literally years after the Da Vinci code came out, and then people bought his earlier books to put them on the bestseller lists.

It's been what, at least 4 years since the Da Vinci Code came out. Hasn't he milked it long enough and when will he come out with his next book? I'm sure it'll put him on the bestseller lists for another couple of years again.

2007-10-04 11:27:28 · 5 answers · asked by Uncle Pennybags 7

Hey, i need a published and powerful speech that you've heard or read on the internet. It has to be published and it should have a message and meaning. I've searched online but i haven't found anything yet. If you could refer me to a website with a good speech or send me a speech or something it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

2007-10-04 11:26:17 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

National Novel Writing Month 2007. Are you ready and willing to try to write a story of at least 50,000 words in 30 days? November 1 to November 30th NaNoWriMo.org

2007-10-04 11:06:37 · 5 answers · asked by Barbiq 6

I mean do they really live through them, like an altar ego?

2007-10-04 10:57:21 · 4 answers · asked by Sali 3

Mine would be:

'For fifteen years Senilla had wandered in a miasma of despair, but it was on this day, the fourth of August 1926, that she would discover the true extent of her unfathomable unhappiness.'

2007-10-04 10:49:52 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have finished writing a book on the art of life management. It took years of studying the rich and successful people, their habits, philosophy and what it is that powers them to riches and successes. I think I have done a good job and am convinced that anyone who reads my book will make life a literal slave and achieve financial freedom quickly. My book is steeped in valuable practical knowledge and is profound in wisdom. I wish to sell my book for $ 20- which is NOTHING compared to what it will earn and save for the person who buys my book. Tell me guys how should I market my book and knowledge? Should I do a self publish or approach conventional publishers. Also pls advise how can I begin teaching from my book to local people? I have to start from scratch, but the knowledge and book I posses is a winner. pls advise guys, I will be extremely grateful. Thanks!

2007-10-04 10:39:17 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

How it was perceived when it first came out ? By readers and critics, alike. Thanks !

2007-10-04 09:35:41 · 2 answers · asked by BWIDE13 2

I love to read but I only read a book once. Why do some people read books more than once? This is a legit question...not being rude. I feel the same about movies.

2007-10-04 09:20:18 · 13 answers · asked by dawnseve 3