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Summary: Very Inspiring!!! It got me started immediately ...
Review: Another very inspiring book in the "Chicken Soup" series. I have read many of them and they are now a permanent part of my personal collection and I reread them often for inspirations.The "Chicken Soup For The Writer's Soul" is one book that I bought without having read a few pages of it as it was nicely wrapped up in the bookstore. But due to my past pleasant experiences reading books in the "Chicken Soup" series, I just bought it. And guess what? This is the book that has given me the most impact. I have all the while enjoyed reading and writing. But apart from building up a library of hundreds of books .. I have never really got down to any serious writing. But the funny thing is I have often been approached by friends and associates to write reports and letters for them, in particular, letter of complaints! Yes, I am very good at that. Hah Hah. After reading this book, I finally knew why. The writer in me has been identified and recognised!!! Or should I say, "awakened". It never felt better than to discover something you would really love to do deep within you. When I first started a website project, "The Great Minds Project" at AwesomeLife.Com, I approached many great minds from all over the world to help ... and eventhough many have generously agreed to share their knowledge for free with other fellow human beings, many have turned me down. Eventhough I knew it was a meaningful project, it was tough getting turned down time and again. After reading "Chicken Soup For The Writer's Soul", I finally came to the realisation that instead of begging people to share their knowledge and success secrets in life, I might as well write them myself. Voila!!! I have found the answer. And that is precisely what I am going to do. Halfway through this book, GraciousHearts.Com is born. I will write and write .. true stories that will inspire people, insights that will move people ... lessons that will change people's lives ... just like this book. Thank you so much and keep up the awesome work. God bless.
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Summary: More Soup Please!
Review: Being a writer is often a lonely job. There comes a time in every writer's life when the naysayers suddenly seem right: You'll never make it as a writer, you'll never get published or you'll never write another thing. When you start thinking this way it's time for more soup....Chicken Soup for the Writers Soul.
This book was a comfort and a huge motivator. It made me want to get myself to a computer and get back to writing. I hope the authors do a sequel and in the mean time while I wait to see if my latest article will be published I'm going to read the book again. I wish I could give this ten stars. Kimberley Lindsay Wilson
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Summary: A GIFT FOR WRITERS
Review: From the moment I first saw the title,I knew that I must buy this book and I did. If you ever experienced writing then giving up, rejection after rejection, writer's block or other malaises that haunt a writer then Chicken Soup will abundantly fill your soul with joy in being a writer. Over eighty authors from diverse backgrounds share with us their anecdotes, memories and triumphs of writing. Many of them were told they didn't have what it takes to become a writer. Others were discouraged at an early age while some faced rejection after rejection. After reading their stories you will know that through it all writing made a difference in their lives and subsequently in the lives of their readers despite the hardships a writer faces. This book is truly a gift for writers as they go through the process of putting their thoughts onto paper. The book is broken down into ten sections with topics which include how the author became a writer, obstacles to overcome, making a difference and many other pertinent insights for a writer. By all means, if you write or want to write, purchase this book for inspiration, reflection and with the hope knowing that you are not alone as a writer.
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Summary: This book is a help!
Review: I have often written things down, but never had the nerve to actually go any further. This book has made me start to appreciate what I write, at least even if I never become famous, I have developed a little more courage when it comes to the written word.
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Summary: Echo!
Review: I have to echo the sentiment that this is a very inspirational book for the writers out there...especially the small time, novice writers like me. This is the perfect book to have around when you get another rejection letter from a publisher; just pick up the book, read about the paths the authors took, & feel revived...ready to get back to the grind with a newfound enthusiasm!! It even talks specifically about how many rejections some authors got on certain projects, before hitting the New York Times Best Sellers List. If you're a writer, you could definitely use this book to boost you back up after a rejection letter has gotten you down!!
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Summary: This Book Rejuvenated My Writing Soul!
Review: I own many books on the craft of writing, how-to pieces and inspirational tomes that are sitting on my bookshelf gathering dust right next to my numerous unfinished manuscripts. So when I saw that the Chicken Soup guys were coming out with a book for the Writer's Soul I figured I'd buy it and add it to my books-to-read-one-day(-whenever-that-is) pile. But before I had a chance to add the book to my book graveyard I read the first story, "Ronny's Book", and I haven't looked back or put this book down since. Each story in the book touches on the highs and the lows, the joys and the sorrows of the writing life. I recommend this book for anyone who is a writer, has thought about writing, or admires writers and what we go through. After reading this book I am so inspired to share my words with the world and dust off my bookshelf and those languishing manuscripts. What a blessing this book has been to me as a writer! Thank you Chicken Soup guys!
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Summary: Other Chicken Soups Better
Review: I've read a few "Chicken Soup" books and I must say I was disappointed with this one. It just didn't seem to really inspire or touch me like some others: "Chicken Soup for the Mom's Soul (both books 1 and 2)." This could be because I come from a definite Christian slant and so hoped for more.. perhaps a "Chicken Soup for the Christian Writer's Soul" is in order? This book seemed "nice," but not particularly inspiring. I didn't even read it all the way through.
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Summary: Inspirational, but not Instructional
Review: This is a collection of approximately 80 stories from various writers, some famous, some not. The stories are personal anecdotes of the obstacles faced in becoming a writer. Most of the stories seem to have a hardship story to tell, for example, overcoming poverty or illness. My favorite story was from the Christmas Box author, telling how he wrote and self-published the book.
If you are looking for writing instruction, this is not what you want. However, if you need to be reminded that many other people who have aspired to become succesful writers have faced and overcome overwhelming odds, then you will enjoy this book. I recommend this book to any aspiring writer who is currently feeling discouraged from rejection or self-doubt.
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Summary: Pleasent Surprise - Very Inspirational
Review: wasnt sure what to expect from this one but as a writer working on my fourth book I have to say that this one is worth the money. It has inspirational stories from the famous and the aspiring and they have practical usable advice while they inspire you. Well worth the time and money on this one! Ive read it twice and keep it handy for needed inspiration.
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Summary: Inspiring without being sappy
Review: Wonderful, inspiring book of stories for the perservering writer!
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