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While authors will naturally have a strong attachment to their book, it’s equally natural for them to wonder if the book was enjoyable to their readers. There are two ways for writers to judge the quality of their book: first, they should wait at least six months to re-read it; by then, they can view it with a fresh set of eyes, and better identify what works and doesn’t work. Second, they should solicit the opinions of readers who have no emotional ties to the book, either through book reviews, forums, or online comments.
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AuthorHouse proudly presents Ian Douglas Robertson’s Turtle Hawks (which received a four-start rating from Clarion Book Reviews.) It’s the story of Peri Pontakis, an investigative journalist and TV host, who embarks on a crusade to save the endangered Loggerhead turtle. What he thought would be an “undemanding project” presents him with unforeseen obstacles and challenges.
Original article via: http://www.authorhousepublishers.com/fiction/turtle-hawks
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Carolyn’s book, “The Tale of the Pumpkin Seed,” was written for her children and grandchildren.
It’s a delightful commentary on competition and sportsmanship that’s sure to charm young readers, wherever they are from.
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']]}AuthorHouse presents four major tips to remember when planning a book series:
First, determine the story’s chronology, scope and content.
Second, leave room for the characters to grow as the story develops, allowing them a character arc.
Third, you should know and consider other sides of the story, and other points of view.
And lastly, create a “character bible” to track characters’ physical, emotional and motivational progression.
These are our tips for planning a book series. If you have any suggestions of your own, drop by! AuthorHouse would love to hear them.
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The fact that AuthorHouse’s Patricia Colton’s novel The Window Blind received a five-star Foreword Clarion review is noteworthy enough; the fact that it’s also her debut novel is even more amazing. “First-time authors face enormous challenges,” says Patricia, “and I’m happy that I chose to take the initiative to go ahead and self-publish The Window Blind.”
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