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Don’t Murder Your Mystery	10/10 -	1 review

Author: Chris Roerden Genre: How-To / Instruction Twenty four- fiction writing techniques to save your manuscript from turning up D.O.A. The book will pay for itself many times over. There was valuable information from beginning to ed. It’s from the Writer’s Digest Book Club and well worth the price. Packed full of terrific information, it will be very useful This comes highly recommended. Reader: Suethebookwork57 Rated: 10/10 Review submitted on: November 07 2009
He's just not that into you	10/10 -	1 review

Author: Greg Behrendt, Liz Tuccillo Genre: How-To / Instruction I heard about this book on a talk show one morning, before heading out of the house. When it comes to men, I'm about as clueless as a three-year-old in college. I thought, what the hell, might as well try this. Now Greg is so straight forward in this book, but at the same time you cant help but laugh. He speaks only the truth. There are little stories on every page and that know anyone can relate to. I quote him all the time. Now, before I make a careless mistake, I remember what I learned from this great great G R E A T book. If I could rate it a 20 out of ten, I would. Give it a try, its amazing. Reader: Mixinsmoothie Rated: 10/10 Review submitted on: March 30 2009
No Plot? No Problem!...Write A Novel in 30 Days	10/10 -	1 review

Author: Chris Baty Genre: How-To / Instruction Best book I've ever read. Okay, that might be overstating it a bit but I LOVED this author. He's very funny yet it was still a serious how-to for writing a novel - the best of two worlds. I actually didn't finish the book as the end part is for people in the process of writing a book and looking ahead is supposed to ruin the process so I will have to wait to finish reading until I've started writing. One would think that if you have no interest in writing a novel there'd be no point in reading this book - that may be true but I had a great time reading it just because of the author's style of writing. Even the design of the book was really cool - the icons and so forth matched the tone and content well. Highly recommended, especially if writing for fun or career is of particular interest. Reader: Faith Rated: 10/10 Review submitted on: February 24 2006
The Little Red Writing Book	10/10 -	1 review

Author: Brandon Royal Genre: How-To / Instruction Twenty powerful principles of structure style and readability. These things are promised on the cover of the book and they are actually there. Quick, concise, clear guide, this book is indeed helpful to anyone wanting to improve their writing skills. It gives you exercises to practice but doesn't leave you with a lot of writer's, "mumbo jumbo", so to speak. Well written and informative I'd recommend this for any writer's library. Reader: Suethebookworm57 Rated: 10/10 Review submitted on: September 09 2009
The Elements of Mystery Fiction	9/10 -	1 review

Author: William G, Tapply Genre: How-To / Instruction While looking to improve my writing skills for whodunits, I came across this most helpful book to study the elements. Was I wrong about thinking I could use the knowledge I gained from reading hundred of these, my mistake was quickly caught. This genre is fun, but it takes a good memory, plot and believable characters to keep people to even want to guess whodunnit for several hundred pages. It’s clear, concise and not overwhelming. Very helpful. Reader: Suethebookworm57 Rated: 9/10 Review submitted on: November 10 2009
The Runner's Handbook	9/10 -	1 review

Author: Bob Glover Genre: How-To / Instruction An AMAZINGLY COMPREHENSIVE guide to running with sections on injury, shoes, women's running, mental aspects of running, and of course training programs. This book is for beginning and intermediate runners although it certainly covers the gamut, including marathon running. I believe there is also versions for the competitive / experienced runner. I've heard lots of praise for this book from those who've never run before as well as those who had slacked off and got back into it after reading it. Bob Glover and his two co-writers are very experienced runners & coaches but they also make jokes throughout the book and emphasize fun as well as fitness. My only real criticism would be that, although this book is a 2nd edition reprint, it is still fairly old (1996 I think) so some of the info may be a bit dated. But if you know a runner or someone who would like to try it, buy them this book. Reader: Faith Rated: 9/10 Review submitted on: July 04 2006
How I Write: Secrets of a Bestselling Author	8/10 -	1 review

Author: Janet Evanovich, Ina Yalof Genre: How-To / Instruction The author of the Stephanie Plum series offers up writing advice. I saw a spoiler before I realized that this book should only be read AFTER you've read all of the series. The book seemed like it offered valuable advice for those looking to publish as well as some insight into the author of the Stephanie Plum series. If you're a fan of that series, you'll see a little bit of Stephanie in Janet Evanovich. Reader: Faith Rated: 8/10 Review submitted on: July 22 2009
The Biggest Loser: The Weight Loss Program...	8/10 -	1 review

Author: Biggest Loser Experts & Cast Genre: How-To / Instruction I must warn in advance that I read this book out of interest because of the show - not to actually put to use material in it to lose weight. If you like the show, I think you'll like this book. The information provided seemed like a really good overall basic plan to help people get started on a lifestyle change (and lose weight as part of that). Some recipes are provided at the end and I was surprised at how many sounded really appealing - I may even try some. Reader: Faith Rated: 8/10 Review submitted on: April 05 2010
Wake Up or Die Poor	8/10 -	1 review

Author: Christina Quinn Genre: How-To / Instruction This book outlines a strategy to use to use the money an individual or family makes in the smartest way. I like that it doesn't tell you to not buy lattes or eat out, but it just asks that you look at all the information and make decisions the work best for you/your family (as the case may be). The model is based on running a small business and has lots of examples of various situations and the calculations required. (It's Canadian too, so based on living in Canada.) Reader: Faith Rated: 8/10 Review submitted on: May 30 2010
He's Just Not That Into You	7.3/10 -	3 reviews

Author: Greg Behrendt, Liz Tuccillo Genre: How-To / Instruction This book was a quick, entertaining read. It's meant to be a helpful wake up call to women about how to interpret mens actions, which is not to interpret them at all but take them for face value. The writer was fairly comical, at times it got a little corny. A good book for someone out there needing a boost in their self esteem. Cute book, would probably only recommend to someone who could USE it. Reader: MO BookWoRm Rated: 6/10 Review submitted on: January 25 2010 Good self help book, Funny yet very relatable and to the point. Help builds up ones confidance. Reader: Jessieyessie Rated: 9/10 Review submitted on: March 25 2007 See all 3 Reviews