#james scott bell

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The Art of War For Writers by James Scott Bell

I bought this book several months ago because I'm a big fan of The Art of War by Sun Tzu. Not only that but I'm always up for buying books that have neat little tips and tricks on how I can improve my confidence, self-esteem, and writing abilities. This book is sectioned into three parts with Part 1: Reconnaissance (1 to 22), Part 2: Tactics (23 to 56), and Part 3: Strategy (57 to 77). With that being said, let's get down to business with me typing out all 77 strategies, tactics, and exercises!

The writer who observes the battlefield before entering the fray will be better equipped to plan strategy and tactics.

The writer must understand the essentials of success for a long-term writing career, and count the cost accordingly: Desire, Discipline, Commitment to Craft, Patience, Honesty, Willingness to Learn, Business-Like Attitude, Rhino Skin, Long-Term View, and Talent.

Know the difference between a hero and a fool.

A foundation in discipline is always the first step toward victory.

Career fiction writers must be aware of what the successful writing life is like.

A wise and well-respected writer once said, "Nobody knows anything." Listen to him.

Whining will not help you win the battle for publication.

"Do the one thing you fear, and the death of fear is certain."

The outsized ego is not a weapon of value.

Status, worry, and comparison are ways to madness, not victory.

To keep from turning off those who can publish you, you must not be desperate.

The career novelist will develop a writing improvement program, beginning with a notebook.

A writer must always be prepared to break through "the wall."

Turn envy into energy and more words.

The successful novelist will not worry about competition, but will concentrate only on the page ahead.

Don't worry about being worried, and don't let worry drag you down.

Stay hungry so your determination will not flag.

An army travels on its stomach, so spear some fish.

The fiction writer must rely on self-motivation.

A gentle reminder can deliver great force at just the right time.

Put heart into everything you write.

Finish your novel, because you learn more that way than any other.

The writer of potential greatness settles not for "mere fiction."

A writer with a credo will not be tempted to settle for mediocrity.

Write hard, write fast, and the fire of creation will be yours.

Edit slow, edit tough, with a process both clear and cool.

Test your premise to prove it worthy.

The fully engaged writer must extend operations to the two levels of story.

Disdain not the freshness of small improvements outside comfort zones.

The key to reader bonding is falling in love with the Lead.

Deploy a character who reveals both inner struggle and inner conflict.

The writer who understands redemption is on the border of enduring fiction.

A premise must be supported by fresh, solid scenes.

When you are stuck, call on a word and its cousins.

The use of a voice journal will keep characters from becoming little versions of the writer.

Speed is the essence of the opening.

Discipline clichéd or predictable story beginnings.

Learn to pace your scene openings for specific effects.

Remember that love means never having to say, "I love you."

Characters all alone do more than think.

Apply the Spencer Tracy secret for creating memorable characters.

Utilize the Q Factor as a strategic weapon for motivation at just the right time.

Give backstory the proper respect, and it will help readers bond with your characters.

The dropping in of backstory should be active.

Progressive revelation keeps readers turning pages.

Dialogue will compel the turning of pages if it is a compression and extension of action.

The innovative writer will sometimes write dialogue only, then fill in the blanks.

For scenes to move with deliberate speed, the writer must grasp behind RUE: Resist the Urge to Explain.

The clever use of narrative dialogue will avoid the sin of small talk.

Success may be found in three great scenes, and no weak ones.

To write comedy, make the characters believe they are in a tragedy.

To the question of whether or outline or not outline: Yes.

The writer who is anxious to start writing should follow a mini-plan.

The wise writer draws on select weapons to keep his story moving forward.

Do not miss the opportunity to warm up your third-person point of view.

First-person point of view is the most intimate, thus requiring special handling.

You are a business, and your books are the product.

A goal is just a dream unless it has legs.

Network according to the law of reciprocity.

Take a writing Sabbath and recharge your batteries.

Become a snatcher of time, and maybe you'll hit 700 books, too.

Know when to get an agent—and when not to.

If you charge ahead without an agent, be sure you have something worth selling.

In the hunt for an agent, take aim at more than one.

Approach agents intelligently by knowing what they do and don't want.

Unwise is the writer who quits his day job too soon.

Your weapon for pursuing publication is the killer proposal.

Your opening salvo i the killer cover letter.

Wow agents and editors by grabbing them with your opening chapters.

Utilize the principle of overcompensation to generate a killer synopsis.

Always be ready to talk to someone in the elevator.

Plan your actions when attending a writers' conference, then work your plan.

"Never assume that a rejection of your stuff is also a rejection of you as a person ... unless it's accompanied by a punch in the nose."

Promote as you will, but never let it affect your ability to write your best book.

Nurture your relationship with a trusted ally, your editor.

For long-term success, design a typical writing day and stick to it.

To survive over any length of time, you must turn any criticism into a strength.

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The Book Corner 2/13/2020 Loleta Abi

The Book Corner 2/13/2020 Loleta Abi

Image by S. Hermann & F. Richter from Pixabay The Book Corner 2/13/2020: What I’m Reading in Addition Loleta Abi Hi, everyone! I realized it’s about to turn Valentine’s Day, so enjoy! I’ll be spending it at home with the kids. Valentine pizzas, anyone? So, what I’ve added to my list are these books: Marketing for Writers Who Hate Marketing by James Scott Bell, and How to Write Short Stories…

[jack-doohan]

YOU CAN TAKE ME HOT TO GO! 💖💖 random modern indycar moments i love

OKAYYYYYY heres another one of these little fancams since i’m feeling a bit down….and NO i did not specifically choose this song to use the video of the arrow mclaren boys doing the hot to go dance…. not at all!! this was also somewhat inspired by the nascar hot to go edit!!!!!!

song is hot to go! by chappell roan

[onlylonelylatino]

Blue Beetle and the All-Star Squadron & Freedom Fighters by Jerry Ordway

[todd-queen]

i spent all day yesterday thinking about Saw 2004. i spent all night thinking about Saw 2004. i dreamt about Saw 2004. i woke up and my first thought was Saw 2004. i am at work. right now. thinking about Saw 2004. i need medical attention

[bright-heart-raccoon]

This hellscape is just all of us thirsting over older men who could easily be our fathers or grandfathers. I think that speaks more about us than them.

[detroitlib]

Close-up view of the James Scott Fountain, showing details of lion and turtles. Fountain is located on Belle Isle and was designed by Cass Gilbert.

Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library

[we-will-swallow-your-soul]

~ Party Time! ~

[gatutor]

Randolph Scott-James Bell-Jean Parker "La ciudad sin ley" (A lawless street) 1955, de Joseph H. Lewis.

[scorpion-flower]

Defending a child molestor? Scott Summers would never.

[contemplationncoffee]

If You Wanted Me Dead, You Should Have Just Said || Multi-Female

[jack-doohan]

i think im funny (only 4 people will get this)

[camyfilms]

NOWHERE BOY 2009

Is nowhere full of geniuses, sir? Because then I do probably belong there.