In high school English class, our teachers made sure we understood how to write a five-paragraph theme: introduction, thesis sentence, points one, two, and three, followed by the conclusion. But rarely did any teacher tell us how to write fiction--they simply urged us to write a story. But how is that done?

Angela Hunt has been writing and teaching for more than thirty years, and she has boiled plotting down to the basics in thirty pages. Not only will you come away knowing how to plot, you'll be able to point the important structural points in movies and other books you read. It's all about the skeleton, Hunt says, and every working story has one. Enjoy this writing lesson for a fraction of the cost of attending one of Angela's writing classes--your writing will never be the same.

Did you know the pretzel is symbolic of the Trinity? Best-selling author, Angela Elwell Hunt shares the compelling story of the hidden Christian symbolism behind the pretzel and helps children ages 4 to 8 discover its fascinating history. In this delightful rhyming and counting tale children will be captivated by the stunning, life-like illustrations by Bill Dodge. Learn surprising facts about one of America's favorite treats--from the first evidence of pretzels to their introduction in America. Plus, kids can enjoy making their very own tasty pretzel treats using the recipe included in the book.

Unlocking the mystery behind POINT OF VIEW: why is point of view important to a novelist, and how can we make sure we're using it correctly? Which serves the story better--first person, third person, omniscient, or the quirky second? Using more than thirty years of writing experience, Angela Hunt presents a brief lesson on point of view that should answer all your questions in practical, simple terms. You don't need an entire book to understand it--you only need these thirty pages. These lessons, Hunt says, are brief for a reason-I don't want you to spend most of your time reading how-to books. I will give you what you need so you can put what you've learned into practice. That's the best way to improve.

Enjoy this writing lesson for a fraction of the cost of attending one of Angela's writing classes--your writing will never be the same.

Few books can transform the way you write and bring your stories to life like Angela Hunt's Writing Lessons from the Front. This lesson, Evoking Emotion, provides readers with tools, techniques, and insights to create stories that evoke powerful feelings in the reader. Whether you are a veteran writer or a beginner, Evoking Emotion will help you craft stories that will draw readers in and leave them wanting more.

What's inside?

- Benefit from Angela Hunt's years of experience and learn the techniques to create powerful stories

- Feel the joy of mastering craft elements to bring your stories to life

- Change your writing life by learning how to draw readers in with emotion

Evoking Emotion also includes:

- Proven strategies to help writers create a compelling story

- Helpful tips on how to structure stories for maximum emotional impact

- A breakdown of the elements of storytelling

Buy now before the price changes and start crafting stories that will captivate readers!

Interweaving two captivating stories of romance and intrigue, humor and faith, The Emerald Isle wraps up the multi-colored threads of Angela Elwell Hunt's The Heirs of Cahira O'Connor series in a page-turning conclusion that will satisfy both spirit and heart.

Resisting her confining, traditional role as a king's daughter, fiery-spirited Cahira O'Connor dreams of practicing her bow, not of capturing a husband. But when Norman invaders challenge the borders of the Kingdom of Connacht, Cahira finds both the one man who could win her heart and an irresistible calling to fight for the land and people she loves.

To Kathleen O'Connor, the story of Cahira's deathbed vow was nothing more than a legend until her research revealed it was true. Now, in Ireland for the wedding of her best friend Taylor and his fiancee, Maddie O'Neil, Kathleen struggles to fit in at the O'Neils' farm, Ballyshannon, and focus on her research into the life of her ancestor Cahira. There among Ireland's emerald hills, Kathleen finds far more than she could ever have dreamed-including her own unexpected destiny as an heir of Cahira O'Connor.

In the exotic land of Pharaoh, Tuya, a slave girl, is sold into servitude as a playmate to a wealthy child. Betrayed and cast out as she ascends into womanhood, Tuya finds herself belonging to Potiphar, captain of Pharaoh's guard. Yet she soon gives her heart to handsome Joseph, a man sold into slavery by his own brothers. As Joseph and Tuya share their dreams of freedom, they must endure sorrows and separations that test their faith and courage. Can Joseph and Tuya's dreams of a shared destiny become a reality? Find out in this gripping tale of love and faith set in ancient Egypt.

If you enjoyed The Red Tent by Anita Diamant, you'll love this story of love and faith in ancient Egypt.

Loretta, who has short, curly hair, wishes for long, long hair--she'd be able to do so many wonderful things But then she begins to think about the trouble long, long hair might cause . . . and decides she's just fine the way she is.

This book, which won the Lorna Balian Prize in 1988, has been redone with beautiful, multi-cultural illustrations.

Little girls AND boys love reading this book, and you will enjoy making memories as you read it together.

Discover the Secrets to Making a Living as a Freelance Writer and Entrepreneur

- Unlock the Key to Finding an Agent and Landing Lucrative Writing Jobs

- Transform Your Writing Career and Financial Future with Insider Knowledge

- Learn the Ins and Outs of Incorporation, Taxes, and Copyright for Writers

- Master the Art of Utilizing Writer's Market to Your Advantage

- Create a Productive and Efficient Home Office for Maximum Success

- Understand the Payment Process and How Much Writers Really Make

- Explore the Pros and Cons of Independent Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing

- And So Much More!

In The Business of Writing, bestselling author Angela Hunt shares her 40 years of publishing experience to provide a comprehensive guide for writers looking to turn their passion into a lucrative and sustainable career.

His younger brother will be greater than he . . .

With those words, Menashe's dreams collapse. As Yosef's eldest son, his position had seemed secure. But now Efrayim-bold, charming Efrayim, who's everything Menashe is not-is taking his place. With their people. With the pharaoh. With Jendayi, the slave Menashe loves.Efrayim, meanwhile, sees his dreams confirmed. Surely it's his destiny to unite the Egyptians and Hebrews. To marry a princess and achieve splendor surpassing that of his brother.Then Menashe's dreams take a dangerous twist as he becomes obsessed with returning the Hebrews to their homeland. If he succeeds, he'll restore their heritage. If he fails . . . he could destroy them all.

A complete writer's workshop in a book . . . The first ten Writing Lessons from the Front are compiled into this volume. Lessons cover plot structure, characterization, point of view, evoking emotion, self-editing, creating and maintaining tension, writing historical fiction, writing the children's picture book, plans and processes to get your book finished, self-publishing, and a complete writer's checklist that will take you from prewriting to publication, including details on how to publish on Kindle Direct Publishing.

By Angela Hunt, who has written and published more than 150 books and taught at several major writing conferences.

As famine overtakes the land, Simeon leads his brothers into Egypt to buy grain. He doesn't recognize the vengeful ruler he must bow before: Joseph, his long-lost brother, the very brother Simeon sold into slavery years ago. Now, it is the brash Simeon's turn to endure imprisonment. Only Mandisa, the handmaid who interprets the ruler's language, is his saving grace. The beautiful widow and her young son see another side of Simeon, the tenderness beneath the tough exterior. As much as he would like to, he will never be free to love them until he unshackles the chains around his own heart.

When a devastating hurricane threatens the residents of a high-rise office building, three very different women find themselves trapped in the elevator, each with a shattering secret and an unwavering will. There's the betrayed wife, eager to confront her faithless husband with rage in her heart and a gun in her pocket; the determined mistress, finally ready to tell her lover she wants marriage and a family; and the fugitive cleaning woman, tormented by the darkest secret of all. As the hours tick by and the storm outside intensifies, each woman must face her own truth and confront a fateful decision. If you enjoyed The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides, you'll love this suspenseful story of secrets and consequences.

The auburned-haired O'Connor women share a bond far deeper than their striking physical appearance: These courageous, high-spirited women all push against societal limits in this exciting historical, romantic novel that spans generations and countries.It is said that as Cahira, daughter of the great Irish king Rory O'Connor, lay dying of a wound from a Norman blade, she beseeched God that others would follow her calling. To Kathleen O'Connor, Cahira's story was nothing more than a fable--until research divulged that the tale was true. As a stunned Kathleen realizes that she herself bears the mark of Cahira, she wonders if she is destined to continue the legacy.To uncover the answers, Kathleen delves into the past to find the truth about the Heirs of Cahira O'Connor. It is a journey that carries her across generations, from the battlefields of 13th-century Ireland to the castles of 15th-century Prague, and through a past filled with peril, courage, vengeance, love, and sacrifice beyond anything she has ever known.

A brother and sister search for each other after being separated by a native American prince and his war. . .

Gifted novelist Angela Elwell Hunt continues her exciting American historical Keepers of the Ring series. In book 4, Rehoboth, Daniel Bailie takes his children, Mojag and Aiyana, to minister to the praying Indians. Mojag, however, abandons his father's ministry, feeling that he's been led to serve the heathen Indians, who are on the brink of war with the colonists. Travel back to an amazing period in America's past and experience the people and ideas that shaped the founding of our nation.

This book is the ultimate guide for aspiring writers looking to take their craft to the next level. With The First Ten Writing Lessons from the Front, readers will get a comprehensive writer's workshop that will teach them everything they need to know to become a successful author. From plot structure and characterization to evoking emotion and self-editing, this book provides readers with the tools necessary to write a truly captivating story.

Benefits of reading this book:

- Get an in-depth look into every aspect of writing, from prewriting to publication

- Become a successful author with detailed plans and processes to finish your book

- Use the comprehensive writer's checklist to craft a truly captivating story

What's Included:

- Plot structure and characterization

- Point of view and evoking emotion

- Creating and maintaining tension

- Writing historical fiction and children's picture books

- Self-publishing and Kindle Direct Publishing

This book is a must-have for any aspiring writer looking to elevate their craft.

Writing picture books for children can be a challenge, but it doesn't have to be. Veteran author Angela Hunt, who has written over 160 books including the best-selling THE TALE OF THREE TREES, has created a simple and practical guide for writing picture books that will give readers the confidence to craft stories that will capture the imagination of children. With this book, readers will gain a blueprint to help them create stories that will entertain and educate young minds.

Benefits of reading this book:

- Gain confidence in writing engaging stories for children

- Unlock creative potential to captivate young minds

- Transform lives by crafting stories that will inspire and educate

What's included in the book:

- A simple guide to writing picture books

- Practical tips to craft stories that will entertain

- Inspiration and imagination to create stories that will educate

Don't miss this opportunity to learn the secrets to writing picture books. Buy this lesson from the Writing Lessons from the Front series before the price changes!

It is said that as Cahira, daughter of the great Irish king Rory O'Connor, lay dying of a wound from a Norman blade, she lifted her hand toward heaven and beseeched God that others would follow after her, bright stars who would break forth from the courses to which they are bound and restore right in this murderous world...

To Kathleen O'Connor, Cahira's story is nothing more than a charming legend-until her research divulges that several of Cahira's heirs did, indeed, leave the traditional roles of womanhood to fight for right. Stunned, Kathleen realizes she herself bears Cahira's mark. Is Kathleendestined to continue the legacy in the twenty-first century?

To discover how the histories of these women relate to her own future, Kathleen must delve deep into the past to learn the truth about The Heirs of Cahira O'Connor...

Aidan O'Connor

Aidan O'Connor was raised among pickpockets and prostitutes in a Dutch colony on Java, Indonesia. But when a world-famous cartographer discovers her natural artistic talent, she is given a chance to leave her troubled life behind. Disguised as a boy, Aidan joins her benefactor at sea and begins the work of drawing the flora and fauna of the new world. This fresh beginning leads her into adventure--and to a great love. But can this love survive the force of Aidan's past...and her ambitions for her future?

One called him son. One called him brother. One called him husband. And all three suffered for him.

This epic novel tells the story of Moses from the viewpoints of the women who loved him-from his mother and sister, who saved him by giving him up to the Egyptian princess who adopted him, to the shepherd's daughter he married. Under the shadow of ancient Egypt, a baby boy is born to a peasant woman. His young sister leaves him in a basket in a river, hiding in the rushes to watch over him until a princess comes to claim the child as her own. The princess names him Moses, and he grows to become a man whose life is characterized by violence and terror, but equally by faith, and whose sacrifice ultimately leads to the redemption and liberation of his people from slavery. The Shadow Women is a novel full of passion and intrigue that offers a fresh perspective on one of the most enigmatic figures in biblical history.

A generational bedtime story about a stuffed calico bear who becomes part of a quilt, and then, years later, is made into a bear again for the boy's little daughter. You and your children will love reading this bedtime story and creating your own memories together. You may even sing the book's featured lullaby: Sleep my child, and never fear-- God's constant love will keep you near. And as you grow a bit each day-- God's loving hand will guide your way. From the author of the best-selling THE TALE OF THREE TREES.

One of the best books of 2008, says PUBLISHER'S WEEKLY.

Born without a face, Sarah Sims, who has been kept hidden away in a secret CIA facility, believes she is all alone in the world . . . until she meets her aunt, a woman determined to help Sarah create a new life for herself. Will Sarah find the courage to leave her safe, cloistered existence and enter a world that prizes beauty? Will she have the strength to pay the cost of such a great sacrifice?

Compelling characterization drives this enthralling tale of second chances and new beginnings, centered on the struggles of a young woman born without a face. --Publisher's Weekly