Authors:Jenna Glatzer, Daniel Steve,
Publisher: Nomad Pre
Keywords: scams, writing, world, sharks, defense, smart, writer, street
Number of Pages: 306
Published: 2006-01-01
List price: $16.95
ISBN-10: 0974934445
ISBN-13: 9780974934440

Aspiring writers learn how to avoid frauds and unsavory deals in this handbook for getting published. The editor of AbsoluteWrite.com and a seasoned publishing attorney share their expertise to help writers spot an honest agent or manager, determine the value of vanity publishing, and avoid getting conned out of hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars when signing a contract. Sections on writing contests teach writers how to determine which contests are useless; other sections offer tips on avoiding costly conferences and shady seminars. A special focus on copyright ensures that writers protec

Authors:Brian Hancock,  Sir Robin Knox-Johnso,
Publisher: Nomad Pre
Keywords: sail, technology, performance, sails, complete, power, maximum, guide
Number of Pages: 288
Published: 2003-10-01
List price: $44.95
ISBN-10: 0972202609
ISBN-13: 9780972202602

Written in concise, layperson’s language and full of photographs and personal anecdotes, this book goes step-by-step through the process of creating and using sails. Provided is a definitive look at the latest developments in sails, sailcloth, engineering, hardware, and sail trim. Also offered are case studies that illustrate which fibers, fabrics, and sails are suitable for a variety of different sailing applications, from simple dinghies and day sailors to offshore racing and cruising yachts. Sailors of all levels of interest and ability will find information they can apply to their ow

Author: Jenna Glatzer
Publisher: Nomad Pre
Keywords: top, writing, assignments, win, writer, living, freelance, real
Number of Pages: 176
Published: 2004-05-01
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 097220265X
ISBN-13: 9780972202657

Step-by-step instructions on how writers can earn top dollar writing for magazines are provided in this book. Secrets are revealed about what the high-paying magazines really want, how to build relationships with editors, how to ascertain which sections of a magazine are open to freelancers, what kinds of stories are in demand, what to do if a deadbeat publisher doesn’t pay up, how to market reprints, and how to become an expert in one’s chosen writing field. Basic terms like query clips, and source sheet are defined for beginning writers, and tips on everything from coming up with

Author: Maxine Anderso
Publisher: Nomad Pre
Keywords: build, yourself, series, inventions, leonardo, vinci, amazing
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2006-01-01
List price: $14.95
ISBN-10: 0974934429
ISBN-13: 9780974934426

From armored tanks and gliders to "plastic glass" and drawing machines, this interactive book explores the incredible mind of Leonardo da Vinci through hands-on building projects and activities. Most of Leonardo’s inventions were never made in his lifetime and remained sketches in his famous notebooks; kids examine some of these original sketches and learn about the models he made of his inventions. From there they delve into detailed step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and templates for each project, which are interspersed with historical facts, biographical anecdotes, and trivia. Most

Author: Lance Kramer
Publisher: Nomad Press
Keywords: build, yourself, series, projects, china, ancient
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2008-06-01
List price: $14.95
ISBN-10: 1934670022
ISBN-13: 9781934670026

From Buddhism, feng shui, and porcelain pottery to gunpowder, dynasties, and trade routes, this interactive activity guide explores the incredible ingenuity and history of ancient China with more than 20 hands-on projects. Comprehensive coverage of the ancient culture—everything from the daily lives of both the rich and poor to the history of architecture, dynasties, religion, trade, and science—are combined with step-by-step instructions for creating Chinese inventions with ordinary household materials. Key vocabulary, time lines, and factual sidebars are included to further educate young