Bøger af Angela Hunt

Are you tired of writing dull, lifeless dialogue? Do you struggle with finding the balance between too much and not enough explanation? Want to create characters that feel like real people? And what about historical dialogue-- how do you capture the essence of a different time? Can dialogue effectively deliver exposition? What, exactly, is "on the nose" dialogue, and why should we avoid it? And the age-old question: to swear or not to swear?Look no further, because after publishing more than 165 books, bestselling author Angela Hunt has the answers to all of your burning questions about crafting compelling dialogue in this brief lesson. With her expert guidance, you will learn how to transform your writing and bring your characters to life through dynamic and authentic dialogue. Benefits from reading this book: - Master the art of crafting engaging dialogue that keeps readers hooked and invested in your story- Create characters that feel like real people, with unique voices and personalities that jump off the page and into readers' heartsThis book includes: - Expert advice and tips from a successful, experienced author- Practical examples to help you visualize the dynamic principle- Techniques for writing historical dialogue, using profanity, and avoiding "on the nose" dialogue- Insights into how to use dialogue to reveal character, advance the plot, and build tension- And much more!Included in this book: - Strategies for writing natural and believable dialogue- Tips for incorporating foreign flavor and slang into your dialogue- Common mistakes to avoid when writing dialogue- Examples of effective dialogue- And so much more!

New to the neighborhood, Danny takes it upon himself to find out who or what has been going through the neighborhood trash at night and making such a mess. Is it a monster, an alien, or something else? Along the way, he meets Tallulah, who turns out to be his very best friend. Together they come up with a plan to catch the culprit and solve this messy mystery.

Cassie Perkins is being sent to Camp Katumba for spring break, and she's sure it will be boring, boring, boring! No doubt about it, this will be the worst week of Cassie's life. Then, a miracle happens--Cassie falls in love! Suddenly Camp Katumba is the most wonderful place in the world. Nothing can bother Cassie now that she has handsome Ethan Wilcox all for her own. Not even the fact that Ethan may not be as wonderful as he seems . . .

For ages 11-15 Cassie Perkins is sick and tired of being told she's self-centered. She's determined to prove it isn't true. Fortunately, she has the perfect plan: making over the class misfit, Sandy Shore. All it will take is a little makeup and a good diet, and Sandy's life will be all she could ever want it to be. But there's something Cassie doesn't know. Something that all the makeup and dieting in the world can't fix. And she's about to learn that helping people isn't always as easy as it seems.

Ages 11-15 Cassie's finally back at her old school with her old friends. Life should be wonderful, but for some reasons, Cassie can't seem to fit in anywhere. Her best friend doesn't even talk to her now that she's got a boyfriend. Just when Cassie is ready to give up, a miracle happens: Arien Belle, the most popular senior girl in school, chooses her for a friend! With Arien's help, Cassie's life takes a definite turn for the better . . . just in time for her to receive some shocking news that rattles her world!

For ages 10-14 "I hate this school!" Cassie had dreamed all summer about attending the School for the Performing Arts. But now that she's finally there, she feels out of place. As if that isn't bed enough, her mother announces that she is going to get remarried! Suddenly there's only one thing in Cassie's life that matters: putting a stop to her mother's new romance!

Ages 10-14 Cassie knows she is meant to be a professional singer. So it only makes sense that she should attend the prestigious--and expensive--School for the Performing Arts. Unfortunately, her newly divorced parents don't agree. "Too expensive," her mom says. "A waste of time," her dad says. Then, just when Cassie begins to lose all hope of making her dream come true, she discovers an unlikely ally--her mother's new boyfriend. There's only one problem: Cassie can't stand the man!

Ages 10-14 Life is wonderful! At least that's what thirteen-year-old Cassie believes. Everything seems perfect: she's tried out for--and won--the lead role in the eighth-grade musical and she's singing with the best-looking guy in school. Cassie is sure of one thing: nothing can stop her now! Then her dad moves out. And Cassie's perfect world comes crashing down around her . . .

Ages 13-16 The final book in the Cassie Perkins series. Everyone likes Dustin Gray--everyone except Cassie, that is. Oh sure, he's tall, good-lloking, and muscle-bound--but there's just something about him that bothers her. Unfortunately, even her family seems to have fallen under Dustin's spell. But Cassie is determined--she won't let Dustin fool her into thinking he's a nice guy. Then something amazing happens--and suddenly she knows that Dustin gray is going to change her life forever!

Ages 12 to 15 Cassie has always wanted to be a real singer. Now she has a chance to join a singing group made up of the best young singers in the country! Ahead of her is a nationwide tour, complete with TV performances and a record album. This is Cassie's big chance. All she has to do in return is promote candidate Jim Foreman for president. And that will be easy! After all, he's a great guy . . . isn't he? Then a series of startling-and life-threatening-events takes place, and Cassie discovers what really matters most.

When Cassie and her best friend, Andrea, enter the Prestige Model Search, they do it just for kicks. But Andrea wins! And asks Cassie to go with her to New York. At first the trip is a lot of fun. Then things change--Andrea's attitude, for example. Suddenly she thinks Cassie is thing between a secretary and a slave; and suddenly she gets involved in things that will land her in BIG trouble. Now Cassie isn't so sure she can take care of herself, let alone anyone else! Ages 12-15

A train roars over the rails, carrying passengers on a trip that will change their lives. Among the many people aboard the 97 Silver Meteor are Andie Crystal, a lonely young woman hiding from her youth as a reality TV star; Matthew Scofield, a widower trying to manage his responsibilities to his two young children; and Janette Turlington, a middle-aged mother running from a situation that has destroyed the peace in her home and marriage. These three form a makeshift family on an Amtrak tour through the Southern seaboard, a journey that just might heal their wounded hearts and restore them to the people to whom they matter most . . .

From master storyteller Angela Hunt, a powerful story of a family's journey toward healing and hope after an unimaginable loss.Seventeen-year-old Maddie is left reeling after the unexpected passing of her beloved father. No one has any idea why he betrayed them all so spectacularly, but that's exactly what his death feels like: a betrayal. With their world shattered, Maddie's grieving mother sends her to spend a few months with her grandparents, thinking a change of scenery will do her good.Susan and Frank, Maddie's grandparents, are heartbroken over the loss of their son, but they welcome Maddie as an addition to their long-empty nest. Maddie settles in and makes friends at her new school, but she still wrestles with why her father took his own life. Then an unexpected twist throws all their lives into fresh turmoil, testing the very fabric of their faith. How Susan helps her granddaughter find hope, even as they both struggle with grief, makes this touching tale of love and recovery a must-read.Contains discussion questions, making it ideal for book groups.

Beautiful, headstrong Afton is taken from her parents at an early age and raised in the castle, a companion to the earl's daughter. Schooled in the ways of kings and surrounded by splendor, Afton falls in love with the earl's son, brave, Calhoun, her childhood protector. But Calhoun's mother, the Lady Endeline, has much different plans for him than marriage to a villein's daughter. Suddenly Afton's world is torn viciously apart. She is cast out of the castle, given to a man she fears and despises as a reward for his loyalty-an all too clear reminder that, for all her dreams, she is nothing but a villein. Now all she has left is a burning desire for vengeance . . .

Imagine If Cows Meowed is a delightful and imaginative picture book that encourages children to think creatively and outside the box. The book is based on a simple premise: what if cows meowed like cats? The writing is simple yet effective, and the accompanying illustrations are detailed, clever, and fun.Through playful and absurd scenarios, the book sparks children's imagination, helping them to explore the world around them and develop problem-solving skills. By imagining what the world would be like if cows meowed like cats, children are learning to think beyond what they see in front of them, to be curious and open-minded, and to appreciate the wonder and magic of the world around them.Parents and teachers can use the book as an opportunity to have conversations with children about the power of imagination. The detailed illustrations in the book provide plenty of material for discussion, and parents can encourage their children to come up with their own silly scenarios and imagine what the world would be like if things were different.Overall, Imagine If Cows Meowed is a great tool for parents and teachers to encourage children to think creatively and explore the world around them. The illustrations are detailed and clever, and the writing is simple and effective, making it a perfect choice for young children.

Introducing 'Hugs and Kisses Love Counts' - a colorful and engaging children's book that teaches counting 1 to 10 through simple and repetitive rhyming prose, designed to aid with early reading and word recognition.Featuring pleasing and simple illustrations, this book is the perfect addition to any young reader's collection. With a heartwarming ending that celebrates the power of love and connection, 'Hugs and Kisses Love Counts' is sure to be a favorite for both children and parents alike."

A picture may be worth a thousand words, but in the case of a shelter animal, a picture may mean the difference between life and death. Novelist Angela Hunt has been photographing shelter animals for more than a year, and in this book she shares information and tips for working with a shelter, handling the animals, and making their inner spirit shine in a photograph. If you've ever wanted to do something to help homeless animals, this book will give you all the information you need. Plus, who wouldn't enjoy looking at pictures of beautiful, photogenic animals? Yes, the price is high for this slim book, but that's because it's expensive to print pages with color images. It is also available in a much less expensive ebook version. Note: The author's previous books, SNAPPING SHELTER DOGS and SNAPPING SHELTER CATS, have been combined and updated in this new edition.

Though Brenda is worried and Chad can't shake a feeling of foreboding, Andi is thrilled--she has located what she believes the headquarters of the Gate. As they travel to an area where few humans have ever walked, each of the team members must count the cost and depend on the others . . . because time is short and the stakes have never been higher.

When the Harbingers team is sent to Mexico to search for a fairy, Andi is thinking of pretty wings and magic wands until they are shown the dead body of an actual winged creature. From where did these things come, and why has there been no sighting of them until now? When someone reminds them of an age-old prediction, the "fairies" seem much more sinister than charming.

Unlocking the mystery behind POINT OF VIEW: why is point of view important to a novelist, and how can we make sure we're using it correctly? Which serves the story better--first person, third person, omniscient, or the quirky second? Using thirty years of writing experience, Angela Hunt presents a brief lesson on point of view that should answer all your questions in practical, simple terms. You don't need an entire book to understand it--you only need these thirty pages.These lessons, Hunt says, "are brief for a reason-I don't want you to spend most of your time reading how-to books. I will give you what you need so you can put what you've learned into practice. That's the best way to improve."Enjoy this writing lesson for a fraction of the cost of attending one of Angela's writing classes--your writing will never be the same.

Megan and Dave Wingfield want nothing more than to be parents . . . to welcome a child of their own. When they aren't able to conceive a pregnancy after two years of trying, they decide to adopt . . . and find that journey is also fraught with mishaps and the potential for broken hearts. Can Megan learn to trust God with the desires of her heart? A novella by Angela Hunt, an adoptive mother, about the special way God uses adoption to bring families together.

More people than ever are loving other people's children--in stepfamilies, extended families, adoptive families, and other situations that have more to do with love than biology. If you are loving someone else's child, you'll face challenges-- and this book will help you meet them. In Loving Someone Else's Child, Angela Hunt talks respectfully, affectionately, and expertly to parents like me caught in an imperfect, sometimes impossible, family. She is a family expert with courage and a big heart.Dave Kopp, former editor Christian Parenting Today Newly revised and updated.