Book description
They say writing is rewriting. So why does the second part get such short shrift? Refuse To Be Done will guide you through every step of the novel writing process, from getting started on those first pages to the last tips for making your final draft even tighter and stronger. From lauded writer and teacher Matt Bell, Refuse to Be Done is encouraging and intensely practical, focusing always on specific rewriting tasks, techniques, and activities for every stage of the process. You won't find bromides here about the "the writing Muse." Instead, Bell breaks down the writing process in three sections. In the first, Bell shares a bounty of tactics, all meant to push you through the initial conception and get words on the page. The second focuses on reworking the narrative through outlining, modeling, and rewriting. The third and final section offers a layered approach to polishing through a checklist of operations, breaking the daunting project of final revisions into many small, achievable tasks. Whether you are a first time novelist or a veteran writer, you will find an abundance of strategies here to help motivate you and shake up your revision process, allowing you to approach your work, day after day and month after month, with fresh eyes and sharp new tools.
King Panther
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Gov Skull
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Gr8 Flick
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any hassle. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality.
Slug-em-dog
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RealmRanger
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Ship Whip
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Mr. Spy
Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with itβthe narration was fine, and the story was okayβbut nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
2nd Hand Joe
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Lewd Dice
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German Coach
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ManMaker
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Pompeii Unicorn
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InsightfulInk
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Sun Lemon
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Little Granger
Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
Poppy Coffee
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Moxie
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Kingfisher
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Lady Pomegranate
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful.
New York Sixlet
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience