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1	This Business of Music: The Definitive Guide to the Music Industry more books like this by M William Krasilovsky, Sidney Shemel, John Gross (Contributions by) add to wishlist The Bible of the music industry which is now in its tenth edition, "This Business of Music" has been revised and completely updated to reflect the latest changes in the ever-evolving music business. Commentary on recent legislation, a reader-friendly summary of the laws on copyright duration and much more insightful analysis - plus fully updated ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.00! \| first editions \| SVS
2	This Business of Music Marketing & Promotion more books like this by Tad Lathrop, Jim Pettigrew (Contributions by) add to wishlist In language that is simple and direct, author Tad Lathrop details promotional skills, publicity plans, royalty guidelines and more, all supported by real-life examples. He shows how the web and other technological developments have revolutionized not only how music is made, but also how it is marketed and promoted. The old rules still apply - ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.50! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Writing Your Journal Article in 12 Weeks: A Guide to Academic Publishing Success more books like this by Wendy Laura Belcher add to wishlist 'A comprehensive, well-written and beautifully organized book on publishing articles in the humanities and social sciences that will help its readers write forward with a first-rate guide as good company' - Joan Bolker, author of "Writing Your Dissertation in Fifteen Minutes a Day". 'Humorous, direct, authentic ! a seamless weave of experience, ... see all copies from $41.95! new only from $41.95! \| SVS
4	Essential Songwriter's Rhyming Dictionary: Pocket Size Book more books like this by Kevin M Mitchell add to wishlist Acclaimed by the New York Times as "part muse, part quick reference," this pocket-sized dictionary is an easy-to-use tool geared specifically toward the contemporary songwriter. A concise collection of the most-often used words in popular music, the simple format allows for fast reference, while the 15,000 entries provide more than ample rhyming ... see all copies from $2.91! new only from $3.28!
5	Songwriter's Market more books like this by Greg Hatfield add to wishlist "Songwriter's Market[registered]" is packed with information about the inside workings of the music industry that can spell the difference between success and failure.The reader will find support and encouragement through a whole world of support organizations, online resources, and songwriting-related books and magazines, as well as articles and ... see all copies from $2.93! new only from $3.00! \| SVS
6	Writing Better Lyrics more books like this by Pat Pattison add to wishlist Pattison presents a unique, in-depth approach to the process of lyric writing. Songwriters will examine 17 extraordinary songs and learn the distinct elements that make them so effective. Pattison then presents more than 30 lyric-writing exercises designed to achieve the same results. From generating lyric ideas and managing repetition to ... see all copies from $7.07! new only from $12.38! \| first editions \| SVS
7	MLA Style Manual 2/E more books like this by Joseph Gibaldi, Professor Herbert Lindenberger (Foreword by) add to wishlist Since its publication in 1985, the "MLA Style Manual" has been the standard guide for graduate students, teachers, and scholars in the humanities and for professional writers in many fields. Extensively reorganized and revised, the new edition contains several added sections and updated guidelines on citing electronic works--including materials ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99!
8	Making Music Make Money: An Insider's Guide to Becoming Your Own Music Publisher more books like this by Eric Beall, Berklee Press (Creator) add to wishlist Making Music Make Money will educate songwriters, as well as aspiring music business entrepreneurs in the basics of becoming an effective independent music publisher. Topics include a discussion of the various roles a publisher plays in the music business: collection, administration, protection, exploitation and evaluation. A major emphasis is ... see all copies from $14.50! new only from $18.87! \| SVS
9	If They Ask You, You Can Write a Song more books like this by Al Kasha add to wishlist The Acadamy Award-winning songwriting team's classic guide to composing and selling hit songs has now been updated, and includes both practical business and creative advice. Features an introduction by Marvin Hamlisch, who calls it "the definitive book on songwriting". see all copies from $1.99! new only from $59.95! \| signed copies \| first editions
10	Successful Lyric Writing more books like this by Sheila Davis add to wishlist Covers structure, viewpoint, voice, rhythm, rhyme, and setting, identifies common song writing problems, and provides writing assignments. see all copies from $3.78! new only from $16.66! \| first editions
11	The Craft of Lyric Writing more books like this by Sheila Davis add to wishlist Successful author and songwriter, Davis provides a complete guide to writing words for and to music, showing how to create lyrics with universal appeal. see all copies from $2.96! new only from $15.35! \| first editions
12 view cover	Standards for Online Communication: Publishing Information for the Internet, World Wide Web, Help Systems, Corporate Intranets more books like this by Joann T Hackos, Dawn M Steven add to wishlist Experience firsthand what makes online information work and why Standards for Online Communication gives you guidelines for how to place information online within your company. It provides both a design and development process and a set of guidelines for the Internet, intranets, and help systems for designers and authors who need to create ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
13 view cover	How to pitch & promote your songs more books like this by Fred Koller add to wishlist In this text, a music industry professional seeks to reveal to songwriters the secrets for how to get their songs recorded. Readers will learn how to target specific producers through the use of "trademark" styles; understand the business perspective of songwriters, publishers, producers and business people; create and pitch a professional demo ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.50! \| first editions
14 view cover	Tunesmith: Inside the Art of Songwriting more books like this by Jimmy Webb add to wishlist The Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter offers a practical guide for aspiring songwriters, with personal stories from inside the music industry, meditations, and advice for conquering writer's block and promoting oneself. see all copies from $4.45! new only from $9.56! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	How to Write Songs on Keyboards: A Complete Course to Help You Write Better Songs more books like this by Rikky Rooksby add to wishlist This book helps both keyboard and guitar players to find and develop interesting chords and chord sequences on a keyboard, and then use them to write their own songs. Rather than trying to teach intricate pieces of music, the book breaks things down into a simpler style and concentrates on basic chords and ideas, starting with a simple three-chord ... see all copies from $12.99! new only from $14.49! \| SVS
16	How to Write & Publish Papers in the Medical Sciences more books like this by Edward J Huth add to wishlist This manual by the former editor of Annals of Internal Medicine should serve as a reference for both the beginner and the seasoned writer. In this second edition, Dr Huth shares practical advice, clear examples and valuable resources with the writer seeking publication. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $31.00! \| signed copies \| first editions
17 view cover	Melody in Songwriting: Tools and Techniques for Writing Hit Songs more books like this by Jack Perricone (Composer) add to wishlist Melody is a subject too often neglected in the teaching of music. This unique resource gives melody that attention it deserves, and proves that melody writing is a skill that can be learned. Through proven tool and techniques, you will learn to write interesting melodies, how melodic rhythm influences rhyme, what makes harmony progress, and the ... see all copies from $13.86! new only from $14.01! \| SVS
18 view cover	Writing Music for Hit Songs more books like this by Jai Josefs add to wishlist This book is for everyone who dreams of placing a song on the Top 40 charts. Josefs reveals the hit-making mixture for rock, country, R&B, and theatrical forms. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $18.62! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	How to Write Songs on Guitar more books like this by Rikky Rooksby add to wishlist So you want to write songs, and you want to write them on guitar. This is the book that shows you exactly how. Taking tips and tricks from classic songwriters, from Bob Dylan to The Beatles to Tori Amos, "How To Write Songs On Guitar" takes you through the four main elements of a song - rhythm, melody, lyrics and harmony - and inspires you to ... see all copies from $2.66! new only from $2.95! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	The Craft and Business of Songwriting: A Practical Guide to Creating and Marketing Artistically and Commercially Successful Songs more books like this by John Braheny add to wishlist Writing great songs is only half the work of becoming a successful song-writer, you also have to manage your business. Perfect for beginners and working songwriters alike, "The Craft and Business of Songwriting" features dozens of exercises, examples, and anecdotes from successful songwriters including Vince Gill, Sheryl Crow, and Paul McCartney. ... see all copies from $10.48! new only from $10.48! \| SVS
21 view cover	A Guide to Academic Writing more books like this by Jeffrey A Cantor add to wishlist This guide to academic writing and publishing approaches the subject from a descriptive foundation for understanding academic tenure and promotion decision-making. It also considers the different publishing avenues open to academics - conference papers, grants, journals, scholarly books and so on. see all copies from $19.86! new only from $30.88! \| SVS
22 view cover	The Everything Songwriting Book: All You Need to Create and Market Hit Songs more books like this by C J Watson add to wishlist Ever heard a song on the radio and thought you could write a better one? Now's your chance! The Everything Songwriting Book provides you with all the tools you need to create, perform and sell hit songs. In easy-to-follow language, pro songwriter and consultant C.J. Watson gives you tried and tested instruction on choosing a song style, getting ... see all copies from $3.04! new only from $8.85! \| SVS
23 view cover	How to Make and Sell Your Own Recording more books like this by Diane Sward Rapaport add to wishlist How to Make and Sell Your Own Recordings, the book that helped launch the indie music revolution, has just been completely updated to reflect today's dramatic technological and business changes -- and show musicians exactly how to build their careers without selling their souls! Learn exactly what the Internet revolution means to you, and how to ... see all copies from $2.61!
24 view cover	How to Start a Home-Based Writing Business more books like this by Lucy V Parker add to wishlist Earn a living writing advertising copy, producing flyers and brochures, or ghostwriting, without leaving home. This guide explains how to set up a home-based writing business. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
25 view cover	The Frustrated Songwriter's Handbook: A Radical Guide to Cutting Loose, Overcoming Blocks, and Writing the Best Songs of Your Life more books like this by Karl Coryat, Nicholas Dobson add to wishlist "The Frustrated Songwriter's Handbook" lays out a concrete method, called Immersion Composition, for any songwriting musician/composer who experiences creative block. The method forces a musician to actively engage his/her creativity by writing as much music as possible in a set time period. In doing so, the reader will find that those elusive ... see all copies from $10.99! new only from $14.86! \| SVS

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