Where Can I Donate Old Books? 19 Places to Share Those Great Reads

If you’re like most writers and authors, chances are you’ve got stacks of books piling up, silently judging you for the space they’re hogging. 

Before you consider building a book fort, why not pass those cherished reads on to new homes? 

We’ve got 19 fantastic spots where your old books can embark on fresh adventures. 

Dive in and discover where your literary treasures can find their next chapter (pun intended)!

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How To Write A Book In Google Docs

How to Write a Book in Google Docs

If you’ve used Google Docs for school or writing blog posts, you know it’s versatile, intuitive, and free to use.

So, while it may not be the first word-processing tool you think of for writing books, there are plenty of reasons why it should be one of your top three. 

After looking through this post, it might even become your number-one option. 

This guide will get you from a blank page (or blog post) to a finished book, with simple step-by-step instructions and screenshots that show you exactly what to do. 

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25 Of The Best Grants For Writers To Fund Their Craft

grants for writers

You’ve heard about government grants for writers, but you don’t know where to find them or whether you even qualify for any of them. 

True, some of them are for residents of a specific state. And some are for applicants of a specific demographic. 

But plenty of them only require that you submit high-quality work for their consideration. And the need-based ones don’t even require that. 

To help you find the best grant options for you, we’ve collected 23 of the best grants for writers living in the United States. 

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The Definitive Guide To All Parts Of A Book

stack of books parts of a book

Do you know all the different parts of a book?

For instance, what do publishers mean when they refer to the “front matter” or “back matter” of a book?

Also, what is a preface, and how is it different from a prologue, an introduction, or a foreword?

Is that a trick question? And is possible for your book to have all four of these?

[Not really. And you’ll soon see why?]

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15 Copywriting Books That Should Be In Every Writer’s Library

Maybe you’re looking for ways to increase your freelance writing income or you dream of authoring a bestselling novel.

Whichever the case, you’re searching for tutorials on how to become a better writer.

Ask a professional scribe for tips on polishing one’s prose, and they’ll probably tell you a few things, among which is studying some books about the art of copywriting.

Because even if you don’t go in that direction as a writer, the skills learned will sharpen all your prose.

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Everything You Need To Know About Abridged Vs. Unabridged Books And Audiobooks

Abridged Vs. Unabridged Books

We now have so many choices in how we consume literary information, from non-fiction to a rattling good story with fiction. 

We can enjoy eBooks, paperbacks, hardbacks, large print, or audiobooks, depending on our preferences.

We even have the option to choose an abridged or unabridged version for some books.

With shorter attention spans and busy modern life, you’d think that abridged books and audiobooks would win out every time over the unabridged versions, but that’s really not the case.

So, what’s the difference between unabridged and abridged?

And is unabridged better than abridged?

These are just some of the questions you might have about abridged vs. unabridged audiobooks and print books, so let’s dig into the answers below.

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If You Love Colleen Hoover, You Need To Discover These 15 Authors

Are you a “CoHort” searching for books and authors similar to Colleen Hoover?

If so, welcome!

For you, we’ve curated a list of 15 writers who will quench your thirst for more Hoover-esque storytelling.

Not every book is exactly like a Hoover story, but they all share one thing in common with the bestselling author’s oeuvre, style, and notable themes.

So, without further ado, let’s dive in!

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