Donât get lost on the publishing path. Just forge ahead with the Writerâs Compass. Drawing on decades of professional experience as an author, editor, writing instructor, mentor, and marketing consultant, Elizabeth Lyon helps you navigate the art and craft of writingâwith clear, easy-to-follow directions:
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Getting Your BearingsUnderstand your purpose and your audience; learn to refine your ideas, select effective titles, and find the best method of organization for any piece
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TroubleshootingUse checklists and guidelines to spot weaknesses and problems in leads, organization, conclusions, and styleâand find out how to correct them
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Learning to MarketMap a successful cover letter, query letter, or proposal, and discover a four-step process to facilitate publication and sales
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Refining Your VisionBrainstorm to gain perspective on your writingâand how it fits with your values, goals, and dreams
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