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- Article Writing - How You Can Master This Important Writing Skill
As writers, we are constantly being told that writing articles to sell products is the key to internet success, with affiliate riches just around the next corner. If this is indeed the case, why not spend a little time learning how to write an article properly? - Article Writing - How You Can Master This Important Writing Skill
As writers, we are constantly being told that writing articles to sell products is the key to internet success, with affiliate riches just around the next corner. If this is indeed the case, why not spend a little time learning how to write an article properly? - Short Story Writing - A Viable Route To Publication For Older Writers
Many people take up writing as a hobby or as a more serious undertaking later in life - maybe even after what would be considered by many retirement age. This article looks at one way the older writer can compete with younger rivals on a level playing field. - Don't Take Feedback At Face Value Only - There's More To It Than You Think
For many eBay users, positive feedback has become the Holy Grail of a member's credibility. But there's more to feedback than meets the eye. This article looks at a couple of points to bear in mind. - Agents And Publishers - Who Do I Approach First?
You may well think that the choice of approaching an agent or publisher is academic before you have even finished your book but nothing is further from the truth. This short article discusses the pros and cons of agents and publishers - and which one you should go for. - Novel Writing: Five Secrets Of Success
Have you ever wondered, as you sit at your keyboard, if there are any secrets to successful novel writing? Well there are - and here are five of them. Remember these secrets and your novel writing will improve overnight! - eBay Buyers: Are They Being Held To Ransom?
Okay, so no-one is actually demanding money, but there are other ways of getting 'ransom' all the same. Perhaps intimidation is a better word . . . - Is There Really A Crock Of Gold At The Rainbow's End?
Nowadays many people seem to be chasing that elusive, mythical crock of gold just like in the story. Alas, too often it is never found, always being just that bit out of reach - just like in the story! This article looks at a way of bringing it that bit nearer. - Goals For Life: How Far Ahead Can You See?
When trying to plan life goals it's often difficult to see where the road eventually leads to as it seems so far away. This article takes a look at a way of helping to deal with this often-encountered problem and overcoming it. - Be Honest With Yourself: What Do You Really Want Out Of Life?
So many people these days want to better themselves and dream of a bright future. Sadly, for most of them it stays that way - just dreams. So what is the trigger that can fire your ambition from dream to reality? This article takes a look at one aspect of this problem. - eBay Basics: Four Focal Points For Beginners
So you want to make a business out of eBay? Maybe you want to make the move from casual 'clear-the-attic' selling to a focused business approach? If that's the case, the following four pointers should help you achieve just that. - Collecting As A Hobby: Rewarding But So Addictive
People collect just about everything, often items that are of absolutely no value in the real sense - yet vast quantities of cash are spent by collectors every year on their chosen 'addiction'. So what makes them do it? - Home Cleaning: Ten Golden Rules To Remember
Cleaning may not be a favourite choice of occupying your time, so follow these simple rules and you'll clean with the minimum of effort and achieve the results you need! - If Failure Is A Dirty Word - It Pays To Know How To Clean It Up!
The flip side of the success coin is failure. In our culture, failure has almost become a taboo subject - and yet failure simply means lack of success. Learning from failure to gain the success you want isn't magic - it's called planning. In writing this is crucial, so let's have a look at some pointers. - Focus On Your Objective For Better Ebay Sales!
So many sales on Ebay are let down by poor photographs - here's a tip to set you apart from the rest! - Hardwood Floors - How Do You Keep Them Looking Good?
With the upsurge over the last few years in the fitting of hardwood floors in the home, the question arises of how to care for them. Here are tips that will help keep your hardwood floor looking as good as the day it was laid down. - The Backstory, Or: Just Where The Heck Does It All Start?
If you have decided to write a novel, the story that exists within it extends way beyond the book itself. This 'backstory' is what helps give your book depth: here are a few points to keep in mind about the 'past' of the book you're writing. - Ebay Basics: How To Keep Your Profits From Evaporating
If you're fairly new to eBay, or business in general, you may be scratching your head and wondering why your profit isn't what it should be. This article looks at some ways to plug the profit hole and keep you afloat! - Three Key Points To Consider Before You Write That Book!
According to recent surveys, over 70% of people questioned said they would like to write a book. This article touches on three key points that just might help them - and you - do just that! - Novel Writing - It's All In The Preparation!
Despite all the competition, most new and aspiring authors want to write a novel. This article take s a quick look at some points to consider before you put pen to paper! - Why Write A Novel? Here Are Three Good Reasons Not To!
For many aspiring writers, the novel is the chosen path to publication. Yet with so few achieving this goal, why not consider some other pathways to success? This article lists three reasons why not to write a novel and gives some alternatives! - eBay Trading: Three Pivotal Points To Consider
With so many people trading on eBay these days it's hard to see how to get to the top of the eBay pile. Yet making a living is perfectly possible if some basic business methods are followed. This article considers three crucial issues. - Fiction Writing: Why You Should Get A Good Agent
To get an agent or not? This decision is a crucial one in your writing career so in this article we'll examine some of the 'fors' and 'againsts' of agents for fiction writers. - Fiction Writing: Getting Your Events In Order
In fiction writing, events occur in strict chronological order. If you would like to know what this means, please read on! - Deafness: Could It Affect Your Mobility?
If you can't hear what's going on, your mobility could be affected. Here are some points to consider if you think your hearing might not be as good as it used to be. - Copywriting: Is It The Right Choice For You?
Copywriting can be a lucrative and successful career move, but it takes a special talent - or so it's claimed. So is it right for you? Here are a few points to help you decide . . . - Fiction Editing - Story Sense And Logic
Your story, be it novel, short story or novelette, is finished. Or is it? Before you send it to a publisher, check firstly that your story makes sense! - Clean Up With A Cleaning Business: Four Good Reasons For Starting Yours Today!
If you have ever hankered after running your own business, why not consider the commercial cleaning industry? Believe me, cleaning is no longer a dirty word and the rewards can be more than you might expect . . . - Article Writing: Keeping Your Article On Track
Whilst article writing is a recognised means of promoting a product or service, your article must remain on target or you are just wasting your time. This article gives a few pointers to make sure this staying on target happens! - Is There A Book In You? Ten Points That Will Help You Decide
The desire to have a book with your name on the cover seems universal - yet how many would-be writers really know if they have what it takes to succeed? Here are ten points that every beginner should consider. - Fiction Writing: 3 Crucial Points For Your Main Character
The main or lead character in any story is a lynchpin and has very definite qualities. Miss one of these and your story may well grind to a halt! This article takes a look at three crucial aspects of the main character. - Short Story Writing: Don't Waste Your Words on Wasted Words!
The short story market often demands tight word counts from the writer. Here are some tips on how to keep that word count under control! - Making Money On The Web - Is It Feasible For Beginners?
As an article directory editor, I see many articles suggesting you can make piles of cash on the internet - but just how easy is it to do? - eBay: Focus Your Sales By Sharpening Your Image
Have you ever wondered why that item you had for sale on eBay didn't sell? Just remember that one picture can be worth a thousand words! - Camping: How Not To Get Cold, Wet And Muddy!
For many people camping in the great outdoors is a fantastic and uplifting experience. For some it is plain hell. This Article takes a look at some reasons why - and what to do to put things right! - Magazine Articles: The Ten Golden Rules
Most magazines, especially women's magazines, are full of feature articles. If your aim is to write this kind of article, here are ten rules that will help put your work at the top of the pile! - Backpacks And Rucksacks: Some Points You Should Know Before Buying
Backpacks (known in Europe more commonly as rucksacks) are a key piece of walking equipment - but with so many on the market, which do you go for? This article aims to give some helpful hints on choosing the right one for you. - Selling on eBay? It's A Question Of Timing!
Do you sell on eBay? If so, have you ever wondered why some sellers seem to convert their auctions into sales more than others? Here's one reason why . . . - eBay Shops: Enough Niches For Everybody!
You have probably read plenty about niche marketing on the internet - but what does it really mean? This article takes a look at niche marketing in its context as an eBay shop based business. - Writing: Fact Or Fiction?
Nearly everyone who wants to be a writer looks at the fiction market as being the way to go - but another, vast market exists. What is it? Let's find out. - Fiction Writing: Short Story Subjects That Sell
When writing for women's magazines it's important to know the themes that work - and those that don't. Here we take a look at popular magazine themes. - eBay: Business Opportunity? You Bet!
You have probably read dozens of articles about how you can make shedloads of cash from eBay with little or no effort. I just hope that this article doesn't burst the bubble . . . - Article Writing: How Do You Write For Quality?
Article directories receive hundreds of articles daily - but why do some articles perform better than others? In this article we examine some of the reasons. - Viewpoint Writing 2: How To Use Your Character's 'Voice'
There are some simple rules to remember when writing form a character's viewpoint, yet many forget them. Here's a rundown of some to remember . . . - Back Pain: Some Ways To Avoid And Treat It
Back problems are responsible for literally millions of lost working days throughout the World. What can you do to avoid becoming a victim of back pain? - Hiking And Rambling - Make Sure You're Safe Out There!
Even if you're only out for a short day hike, it's a good idea to think of your personal safety. It just takes a little thought and planning . . . - Outdoor Clothing - Some Principles For Comfort
If you are in the great outdoors, sometimes the problem isn't just to stay dry - you must be comfortable. So how is this achieved? - Mobility Scooters - Ten Tips On Choosing The Right One For You
Mobility scooters are a boon for those less able to get around - but how do you know which is the right one for your needs? Below are ten tips to help you choose and to help ensure your safety. - Viewpoint Writing 1: Seeing Through Your Character's Eyes
Of the many different writing styles, viewpoint writing is probably the one that works best for aspiring writers - but what is it? - New Writers: Please Take Note!
Have you ever wondered how some writers seem to have plenty of ideas to work with and others very few? Well, here perhaps is one reason why . . . - Straight Razors - Do You Know What That Handle Is Made From?
The material that the handles of a straight razor are made from can greatly affect its value - but how do you tell what it is? The following article gives some hints and tips. - Dialogue In Writing: Some Points You Should Consider
In short story writing, dialogue is very important for a number of reasons. I've listed a few below, not in order of importance - all are important - but to give a 'points to ponder' rundown. So - what about dialogue, then? - Short stories - Dead In The Water Or Alive And Kicking?
The short story genre is one that is thriving - but only in certain places. Where are they? - eBay's Square Trade - Do We Need It?
eBay proudly proclaims that 3 million sites now bear the Square Trade logo - but who benefits? - A New Choice For Men's Shaving? Not Really!
There's been quite a resurgence in the use of straight razors by men over the last few years - is it for reasons of economy or do they just want to seem macho? This article takes a look at straight razors and a few myths concerning them . . . - Mobility: Is Getting Around Getting To You?
Most people don't give too much thought to personal mobility - they just get up and walk anywhere they want! But for those who find getting around a problem, what are the alternatives?
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