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.
Woo Woo
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Truth
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StorySculptor
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Back Bett
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. ListenBook has made audiobook listening more convenient and enjoyable than ever before.
Wooden German
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Lord Nikon
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MysticMingle
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Sky Bully
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
WanderWord
Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. πβ¨ This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Handsome
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Tin Fox
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Glyph
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Mr. Fabulous
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Shadow Chaser
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Lucky Aurora
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Sherm
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Snow Pharaoh
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver β no more losing my place in the story! I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound β it adds a personal touch. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials.
NightDream
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Club Nola
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playbackβit's all up to me! This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Paris Boost
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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