When it comes to getting a novel published, many new writers are unaware of just how important the word count of their manuscript is to publishing houses (not to mention their potential readers). There are several important reasons for this, so it’s worth being mindful of the standard word counts for books that publishers like Read More
Category: Grammar
Japanese Onomatopoeia Lists
To be proficient in Japanese, you need to have a good knowledge of onomatopoeia. It’s an incredibly important part of the language, and having these words in your vocabulary will help you to speak Japanese more naturally. The Japanese onomatopoeia lists below are abridged samples from Maki Hayasaka’s Japanese Onomatopoeia dictionary. For over a thousand Read More
Japanese Onomatopoeia Lists
To be proficient in Japanese, you need to have a good knowledge of onomatopoeia. It’s an incredibly important part of the language, and having these words in your vocabulary will help you to speak Japanese more naturally. The Japanese onomatopoeia lists below are abridged samples from Maki Hayasaka’s Japanese Onomatopoeia dictionary. For over a thousand Read More
Japanese Onomatopoeia Dictionary
English vs. Japanese Onomatopoeia Many people are surprised when they discover how important it is to learn Japanese onomatopoeia in order to gain a natural command of the language. This is because sound words in most other languages are usually only used in very specific contexts. In English, for example, written onomatopoeia is generally restricted Read More
Learn Japanese
Check out our comprehensive resources for writers! Japanese Slang by Maki Hayasaka Japanese Slang is an urban dictionary for the digital generation! Although Japanese culture is best known for its sense of formality and politeness, the Japanese are particularly fond of playing with language, in large part thanks to the versatility and nuance that their Read More
Japanese Slang
The spread of Japanese slang Japanese culture is best known for its quiet politeness and strict adherence to tradition. From the proper way to wear a kimono to the manner in which one offers even a simple “thank you,” there is a strong sense of structure and ritual that seems to be part of every Read More
Japanese Slang
Japanese Slang by Maki Hayasaka Japanese Slang is an urban dictionary for the digital generation! Although Japanese culture is best known for its sense of formality and politeness, the Japanese are particularly fond of playing with language, in large part thanks to the versatility and nuance that their writing systems provide. This results in playful Read More
Writing: Romance & Erotica
Romancing the Beat: Story Structure for Romance Novels by Gwen Hayes From the publisher: What makes a romance novel a romance? How do you write a kissing book? Writing a well-structured romance isn’t the same as writing any other genre—something the popular novel and screenwriting guides don’t address. The romance arc is made up of Read More
Writing: General
On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft by Stephen King From the publisher: Immensely helpful and illuminating to any aspiring writer, this special edition of Stephen King’s critically lauded, million-copy bestseller shares the experiences, habits, and convictions that have shaped him and his work. “Long live the King” hailed Entertainment Weekly upon publication of Stephen Read More
Style Manuals
The Chicago Manual of Style by University of Chicago Press Staff From the publisher: Technologies may change, but the need for clear and accurate communication never goes out of style. That is why for more than one hundred years The Chicago Manual of Style has remained the definitive guide for anyone who works with words. Read More