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My first thought upon taking a look at Writers Tricks of the Trade was, “Why wasn’t there something like this around when I began writing?” ~Marilyn Meredith, the Deputy Tempe Crabtree mystery series. “Whether you are a novice or an experienced author, you'll find this book so full of vital information, you'll want to explore every page. Best of all, it's written in clear, lively prose." ~Maralys Wills, author of Higher Than Eagles and Damn the Rejections—Full Steam Ahead “Writers’ Tricks of the Trade is a treasure trove of practical advice. Morgan St James covers all aspects of fiction writing from original concept through to publication, networking and publicity. Her voice is experienced, encouraging and sincere. I would recommend this book to anyone engaged in the difficult, often mysterious business of writing.” Gayle Sutherland, Convenor, Partners in Crime, Australia “Having watched Ms. St. James progress from a writer into an au- thor, I applaud her effort in guiding new writers into this, at times, frustrating industry. Writers’ Tricks of the Trade is a no-nonsense approach to the basics all writers must know to become well-known authors. After all, as the old adage says, ‘You have to know the rules before you can break them.’” ~Jo A. Wilkins, CEO Mystic Publishers