Book Review ... by Nasreen Variyawa

A Review ... Ignite the Champion Within & Inspire Others to Begin ... by Nasreen Variyawa

Nasreen wrote a very thorough book here, a book that is a self-empowering and self-uplifting book for those struggling through issues in life. I found it very inspiring to read with many anecdotes and her thoughts translated into words and sentences, making sense and guiding us into looking into our inner selves. The book is long in the sense of the many chapters [if one may call them such], each dedicated to a specific topic which touched Nasreen herself.

As a Christian and an author and reviewer, I read this book with a neutral mind and understood what she was bringing across to those seeking something greater, more success and a better future. This book is truly wonderful that you can relate to each chapter topic she wrote about; and yes, there were areas which touched my heart, taking me back to my times in life where I needed some inspiration and aspiration. I enjoyed this book and read through it quite fast, still picking up the pointers and facts which triggered my mind and thoughts.

I therefore rate this book with 5 stars as it is truly worth the read. It does take you on a journey of self-discovery and offers you plenty of insight to point you in the direction of success, growth and becoming a better person. Well done! I love the formatting and the feel of each page layout, etc. Congrats Nasreen!

                     

Book Review - authored by Elizabeth O'Neill

A Broken Shell Of A Man ... by Elizabeth O'Neill

A difficult book to read as I’m not totally acquainted with the Scottish lingo and slang terms used, but I got it when reading the complete sentences. Now for the review and my thoughts on this book … The story revolves around the life of Peggy Eggar, a one-legged lady who lost her leg due to a reckless driver in a car. She is married to Gregg Eggar and her family, the Leggs, are well-known. She runs a café. I found it very difficult to see any plot in the story. The book mostly centred around Peggy and the life she led.

Although this book is well written, especially to those folks who understand the Scottish lifestyle, and real English folks that will be able to follow it, this book will be difficult to understand under other countries and cultures. This book is aimed more directly for the readers of that country and culture, who “see” the story and can follow it, but without a real plot, I find it way off from the general reader population. I am still reasonable and give Elizabeth’s book a 3,5 star rating. Some reviewers may offer much less, and some higher ratings. I feel left out of the story when I read it and at some stages very bored because I could not really see the outline of the story in the book. Still, well written for the folks who truly understand the Scottish culture.

Coming soon! Another book review written by Nasreen Variyawa... Watch this blog...

 

                  

 

Smashwords And Audiobooks

Hi Folks,

Great news for those publishing through Smashwords. Smashwords enters audiobook market in partnership with Findaway Voices. Authors and publishers gain greater control over audiobook pricing, rights, and distribution, and all without exclusivity or lockups. With a couple clicks, you can transmit your ebook and metadata to Findaway Voices and begin auditioning professional narrators.

Please share! http://blog.smashwords.com/2018/03/smashwords-audiobooks.html

Enjoy and go for it!

 



Are You A Writer?

How do you know if you're a writer/author... Here's a great answer...
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10 Ways On How To End Your Novel - Part 2

And here we have it, Part 2...

One always wonders how should we end our story when we start reaching the end of the book. Here is something you can look at, just like part 1 posted days ago,

10 Ways on how to end your Novel --

6] The Cliff-hanger ending - this is common in novel series and leaves the reader hanging on the edge of their seat.

 7] The Humour ending - the reader starts laughing at an insider joke or at a line.

 8] The Question ending - this leaves the reader wondering what's happening next. Great for novel series or follow ups.

 9] The Image ending - this ends with a scene, like a "don't show but tell" method.

 10] The Dialogue ending - this ends with dialogue from one of the characters, not necessarily the main character.

Well folks, readers, writers and all. This is it! I trust these posts are intuitive and will assist you during your writing journey. Enjoy...

 



eBooks On Promotion

Hi everyone

My eBooks are discounted until the 10th March, The Good News and The Hunter. Visit these links and purchase using discount coupon codes on advert page for each book in Smashwords. PS - the covers of these books redesigned in the past weeks. Enjoy!

The Hunter at $1.00 and The Good News at $0.99 for 7 days only!

The Hunter...
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/314037

and

The Good News
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/732155

 

 



10 Ways On How To End Your Novel - Part1

Hi followers, readers, writers, publishers and all,

Many of us just write and wonder how should we end our book/novel/series book, etc. It is something to think about as there are various ways to end a novel/book/series book, etc. Here in part 1, I'll show the first 5 possibilities.

10 Ways on how to end your Novel - Part 1 --

1] The circular method - a story that goes full circle and lands up in the beginning.
2] The moral method - seeing the main character's growth throughout the novel and how far he/she has come.
3] The surprise method - where the storyline takes us to a place least expected.
4] The emotion capturing method - leaving reader feeling emotional, good or bad, for the character and/or the story.
5] The reflection method - where character looks at all her/his achievements, experiences and what he/she went through.

That's it for today. Part 2 coming soon! Enjoy...