Bücher veröffentlicht von Ebony McKenna

You've written a sensational romance manuscript. Now you need to edit it and turn it into a great novel. Author of seven swoon-filled romance novels, Ebony McKenna will give you the tools you need to become objective about your own work. Loaded with examples from romantic movies and novels, this book will show you how to slash and burn backstory (it won't hurt, OK, only a bit) balance your story structure, then deliver a hard-won happy ending your readers will adore. Here's what writers are saying about Ebony McKenna's Edit Your Own titles: "Well-detailed, informative, and helpful. The perfect 'tool' to keep nearby when diving into your writing sessions. I would definitely recommend to writers both published and aspiring!" Amanda, Goodreads. "The author is user friendly and encourages the writer every step of the way." - BarbarinaS, Amazon. "Packed full of examples from novels and movies to demonstrate the concepts as well as hands-on activities to apply the knowledge to your own work...This book ticked all the boxes for me." - Renee, Goodreads.

Five Down Under superstars of young adult, each with an intriguing story around the theme of 'Dangerous Boys'. Five stories that will excite and entertain.DANGEROUS BOYS, Volume 1: Five complete novellas by Downunder Young Adult AuthorsWRITTEN IN THE STARS by Sara Hantz: If Megan messes up one more time her parents will pull her out of boarding school and she'll never see Dan-the guy she's been crushing on since forever-again. So when she accidentally crashes a friend's car, she needs to pay for the repairs… somehow. Desperate, she decides to use her way of knowing stuff to sell psychic dating advice. How hard can it be? Plenty hard. Especially when Megan's forced to tell the meanest girl in school that Dan is going to ask her out. Only trouble is, Dan can't stand the girl, leaving Megan begging him for a favor. Megan is in big trouble. She risks losing all the money she's made and losing the one boy who does dangerous things to her heart.TANGENT (a Liminals prequel) by Maree Anderson: For two years, lone wolf Rixon has protected Lily… and lied about his true feelings. Best to treat her like a younger sibling, because how could she possibly love a hulking great lummox like him? Then Lily is snatched, and Rix discovers she's being used in covert experiments. He moves heaven and earth to find her, but Lily is merely bait for the real target: Rix. To keep Lily alive, Rix must use a dangerous liminal ability he's kept secret his whole life… and risk becoming the one thing he vowed he would never be again: a killer.LIVE FAST, DIE YOUNG by Vanessa Barneveld: Molly can't stand seeing her pal Alex go from straight-A student to rebel without a cause. Alex needs to get back on the path to the Ivy League, and Micromanaging Molly figures serious interference is called for. But the harder Molly pushes Alex, the harder he pushes back. Alex has two secrets. Number one: He has terminal melanoma. With six months to live, hanging around hospitals definitely counts as wasted time. Alex plans to drop out, surf, drive fast cars…and finally confess secret number two. He's in love with Molly. Can he tell her before his time is up? RAISING HELL by Robyn Grady: Insanity runs in the family. Then again, so does warlock blood. Four years ago, when Brinley Stone's mom committed suicide, Brin went to live with her aunt in Boston. Now she's back in her hometown, finishing her all important senior year at Hellaway High. Brin is ready to confront the ghosts from her past. Discovering an overly-protective half human, half demon in the attic is something else again. But the warlock Ruarc Bae is so much more than 'melt into a puddle' gorgeous. Bae has an unpleasant job to do. It starts with casting light on the murky secrets that drove Brin's mother mad.DANGEROUS HONESTY by Ebony McKenna: High school junior Bianca is faking the best possible life in Florida, as long she remembers all the lies she's told. But when she teams up with seriously cute über geek Malcolm-because physics homework isn't going to write itself-her carefully crafted stories start wobbling like spinning plates on bamboo poles. Bianca is torn between protecting those she loves and unburdening her reality to someone she can trust. Honesty is the best policy, but the truth will put everyone she loves at risk.

From the fantastic world of Brugel comes this fairytale collection of folklore. Every tale is both refreshing and yet comfortingly familiar. The First Champion Snowgoat will delight and ultimately confuse - setting the scene for the bizarre and particularly Brugelish folklore to follow. Jacqueline and the Magic Beans - who brought the wonders of coffee to Eastern Europe. Wilona at the Christmas Ball - who almost met Cinderella but became distracted with a younger and more interesting princeling. Elmaree - who etymologists credit with the local idioms, 'burn your bridges' and 'flee like Elmaree'. Plus many more stories to delight, discombobulate and possibly entertain. This book is a welcome companion to the internationally acclaimed four-part Ondine series, by the same author. Lovers of The Princess Bride will adore these tales.

An essential resource for all Australian authors, whether traditionally published, small-press published or self-published, to help them get their books onto library shelves across the country.This guide gives authors the right way to go about the business of authorship, from the beginnings of publishing and printing a book all the way through to their paperbacks and ebooks being borrowed by avid readers.It doesn't end with the sales - McKenna also explains the important stages of registering for Lending Rights, enabling authors to collect official royalties for years to come.Here's what other authors are saying about this book:5 / 5 stars Louise Guy bestselling author of The Crafters' Club series."Fantastic guide for both new and established authors . . . great insights into who to contact and why. In addition to the wealth of information included, the sample sell sheets, contacts and links make this an essential resource." 5 / 5 stars Jennifer Scoullar bestselling Australian author of Brumby's Run."Brilliant! A step-by-step process that works."

You've written a sensational young adult manuscript. Now you need to edit it and turn it into a great novel. I will give you all the tools you need to slash and burn backstory, tighten the structure and deliver a brilliant ending. I'm not going to lie, it will be a lot of work. But you'll be better for it. I mean, your *characters* will be better for it.

A thrilling retelling of the Robin Hood adventure with a fun gender flip. When tax collectors raid her village, headstrong peasant Robyn vows to take everything back. Her righteous spirit lands her on the 'wrongteous' side of the law. Attempts to fix things only makes life worse as Robyn, and her best friend Marion the blacksmith's son, fall deeper into trouble . . . and a little bit in love.

Nyora - born Ray Barden left his hometown for a career in the Victorian Railways starting as a Lad Porter, where through hard work and natural talent he rose through the ranks to its upper levels of Management.His straight- from-the -shoulder, no nonsense, sometimes blunt management style forged allies and created enemies in the department, in politics and with some rail unions.  He was regarded as somewhat unorthodox in style; honest and confronting; tough but fair and as a man who could get a job done in the most difficult circumstances.In the years when the increasingly moribund Victorian Railways was struggling to modernise and become financially viable Ray Barden''s "tell it as it is" manner saw him respected by many but disliked by some.  In the end the organization failed, and Ray''s detractors ensured that he was sidelined. He fell on his sword in 1985 at a critical time politically, and for railways.Ray''s 33-year career is bracketed by humble beginnings and an active, interesting semi-retirement which saw him and Carmel, his devoted wife of many years, travelling Australia and overseas developing their hobby farm, and being involved in community activities.A Man of Principle is far from a "sour grapes" memoir.  It provides an insight into the inner workings of the Victorian Railways management at a time of great change as told by someone who was there, challenging the status quo.

Between 2005 and 2013, one woman embarked on one seemingly simple quest: to find and interview, the world's greatest music producers. What followed was a cross-global odyssey that zig-zagged time,countries, cultures and genres; an epic adventure that went deep into underground clubs, back alleys, deserts and debauchery, in planes, on foot, on trains and in golf buggies. Along the way, it uncovered the most enthralling, endearing and revealing stories behind some of the most prolific and impactful albums ever made.Off The Record is a deeply intimate revelation of the poetic and intimate relationship between artist and producer; a smorgasbord of stories from the musical midwives who were hands deep in the birthing of albums that caught the ears of millions.

This final part of the captivating ONDINE quadrilogy combines dramatic adventure with quirky fun.Mutating Magic is everywhere! ''Normals'' possess superpowers. With a dark army gathering strength and the cunning Lord Vincent plotting to seize control of the country of Brugel, it''s up to Ondine and her beloved boyfriend Hamish to expose the truth.As the capital falls, Ondine must put aside her fears and lead the people of Brugel in a revolt against the tyrannical forces threatening her family - and democracy itself.In the midst of all the chaos, Ondine discovers that Hamish has been hiding a disturbing secret, which could end their relationship forever . . . In this climactic and emotional outing, fans will discover stunning revelations that unlock hidden truths spread throughout the four-book ONDINE saga.

This third spellbinding instalment in the ONDINE quadrilogy takes a dark turn, as the country of Brugel descends into anarchy.Mutating magic is spreading across Europe like a plague. ''Normals'' are developing supernatural powers at a startling rate, and sixteen-year-old Ondine appears to be at the heart of it.To unravel the mystery, Ondine and her boyfriend Hamish infiltrate CovenCon, a gathering of hundreds of witches presided over by wanna-be-witch-queen Mrs Howser. There she tempts Ondine with an intriguing offer - but can Mrs Howser be trusted?As dark magic riots break out in the nation''s capital, Ondine is left with a heart-breaking choice that could tear her apart from her beloved Hamish . . . forever.

This second sassy adventure in the ONDINE quadrilogy combines fairytale romance with magical fun. Detective duo Ondine and her handsome new boyfriend Hamish - who has a talent for transforming into a ferret - have landed themselves a dangerous mission from The Duke of Brugel.Upon entering the palace grounds they are confronted by a fierce tornado that awakens something dark and ominous. Unexplained phenomena begin intruding on every day life at an alarming rate.Surrounded by strange magic, Ondine and Hamish must expose a royal conspiracy, champion the palace''s downtrodden servants and solve a baffling mystery.With so much at stake, will they ever find time for their burgeoning romance to blossom?

This first book in the ONDINE quadrilogy is filled with adventure, fairytale romance and magical fun.At Psychic Summercamp, fifteen-year-old Ondine doubts she posesses her family''s magical abilities. But when her pet ferret Shambles starts talking - in a cheecky Scottish accent no less - anything seems possible.Is Shambles really a young man trapped in a witch''s curse, as he claims? And what terrible crime did he commit to deserve such a punishment?While Ondine tries to untangle the truth about Shambles, the pair uncover a plot to assassinate a royal family member and unlock the secret to a long-lost treasure.Amongst all this intrigue and mayhem, can Ondine overcome her self-doubts and save the day?