Difference between the different kinds of papers and covers / Diferencias entre los diferentes tipos de papel y tapas

 

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Difference between the different kinds of papers and covers

When you're going to print your book, it is good to know the difference between the different kinds of papers and covers available. I've made some research, since the topic appears in Discord, and here's what I've found:
The three main types of paper that you can use to print your book are:

1) White paper: it gives you a clarity for your images, but is not that good for reading due to the glare. It is also the most expensive one.

2) Cream paper: It's good for reading, not so good for images, and less expensive, but still pricey.

3) Ground wood paper: Good for reading, bad for color clarity, inexpensive.

I've also found on the internet guidelines to use when you are choosing the paper:

50# white offset is typically used for books that only have type.
60# white or natural offset is good for type and photos.
70# white offset is used when you want a little thicker paper.
80# gloss text is best used when you want your photos to look sharp and pop on the page.

What is Dithyramb? / Que es un Ditirambo?

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What is Dithyramb? 

Dithyramb is a short poem with irregular strain, a statement, or a piece of writing in an exalted, impassioned style, usually in praise of a particular subject. The word comes from the greek "dithyrambos," and it was the name for a wild and irregular poem honoring Dyonysus, the god of wine. 

The form was known as early as the 7th century bc in Greece, where an improvised lyric was sung by banqueters under the leadership of a man who, according to the poet Archilochus, was “wit-stricken by the thunderbolt of wine.”
 

In the 19th century and forward, dithyrambs appear frequently in classical music, as well in vocal as instrumental compositions. Dithyrambs are rare in English language literature, appearing more frequently in European literature.

Que es un Ditirambo?

Ditirambo es un poema breve con tono irregular, una declaración, o un escrito en un estilo exaltado y apasionado, generalmente en alabanza de un tema en particular. La palabra proviene del griego "ditirambos", y era el nombre de un poema salvaje e irregular en honor a Dionisio, el dios del vino. 

La forma se conocía ya en el siglo 7 a.c. en Grecia, donde los participantes del banquete cantaban una letra improvisada bajo el liderazgo de un hombre que, según el poeta Arquíloco, estaba “desconcertado por el rayo del vino”.
 

Interview with Mindy Killgrove / Entrevista a Mindy Killgrove

 Interview with Mindy Killgrove

 Mindy Killgrove lives in  Orlando, Florida, with her husband and three children. "We like being in the vacation capital of the world because we can go to theme parks or the beaches any time we like. We also enjoy venturing out and watching live music and sporting events. So, we love our town."

As always, I asked her why she decided to write?
I decided to become a writer because the stories have always just built in my head, then flowed naturally. Often, I create conversations between my characters and that might be the place where I start writing a book.

What inspires your work?
My inspiration comes from so many different places, but most often, I like to write about things I know well. One of my most recent trilogies featured a young woman who lived for playing softball. Anybody who knew me when I was growing up will see a lot of my own attributes reflected in that character. I'm a serious sort, as is Kate Kellner, and I wanted to convey how for some, myself included, there's a time when sports and being an athlete is the most important thing in the world.

On which internet pages do you share your work?
My eBooks are available through my website: www.mindykillgrove.com but they can also be purchased through Amazon, iTunes, Barnes & Noble, and Kobo. Some of my novels are also available as paperbacks, but those are exclusively found through Amazon.

Do you have a favorite writer?
My favorite author is Jane Austen, but I've also read a great deal of works by Agatha Christie and Gilbert Morris. I enjoy Austen's humor, Christie's characters with their wonderful idiosyncrasies, and the way Morris infuses his knowledge of the time period with his work.

Are you starting to write a new book in addition to the ones you have published?
The book I'm working on right now is entitled Majestically Married. It is the second book in the Kanedy Productions series. It follows the lives of the Kane siblings and this one features Jossalyn Kane.

Is there a book or poem that marked your life?
I think one of the books that changed my life was A Separate Peace by John Knowles. I still love it and recently re-read it, but it was one of those I recall reading in my youth and loving. Knowles captured the spirit of friendship and the way his characters would've behaved so well. I probably should review it every year because I adore the way he spins the tale so much.

What is a Fable? / Que es una fábula?

 

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What is a Fable?

The Fable's flourished in the Middle Ages, normaly they featur animals that behave and speak as human beings. A fable always ends with a ‘moral’. This is the lesson that is intended to be learnt through reading the story.
Fables are also tales of fantastic imagination, as they may feature legendary mythic creatures and beasts. Some of the earliest fables travelled down generations through the tradition of oral storytelling and often featured elements of fairy tales and folktales, as they were inspired by specific cultures in certain regions.
Krishna Dharma's Panchatantra (2004) is based on folk tales and fables from the Indian culture dating back to 200 BCE. Stuart Little, Horton Hears a Who! The Lion And The Mouse are really popular, but there are people who said that the most famous fable is The Hare And The Tortoise.
Normaly this kind of stories are short and simples and they teach that the morally good character is rewarded, while the morally bad character is punished.

Interview with Lydia Rodríguez Sánchez / Entrevista a Lydia Rodríguez Sánchez

Interview with Lydia Rodríguez Sánchez

I had the pleasure of being able to interview Mrs. Lydia Rodríguez Sánchez. A Spanish author from the province of Alicante. Lydia told me "During the time of adolescence and the first stage of youth, I liked to capture emotions, feelings. This hobby did not materialize, I mean that the written pages remained in drawers. 

    Due to work circumstances, I put this hobby aside. Retirement has given me enough time and maturity to be able to do what I was not able to do during my professional career. A year after the start of retirement, I felt the desire to write again. I started with short stories until, one day , I decided to write the short novel 'The Last Path'".

I asked her why she decided to write?
Well, as I mentioned, the desire was revived. I cannot conceive of having a passive attitude, on the contrary. Writing gives me vitality, horizon, goal. It makes me exercise my brain.

What inspires your work?
The environment, social issues, and nature.

On which internet pages do you share your work?
I use Instagram, Facebook, threads, goodreads. In the future I will surely join more networks.
I am also a member of the Objective Books Club.

Do you have a favorite writer?
Although there is more than one, I would highlight the French writer Jean Giono.

Are you starting to write a new book in addition to the ones you have published?
My second novel "That Autumn" is in the hands of a publisher for publication. I estimate that it will be published at the end of May.

Is there a book or poem that marked your life?
Yes. "Que ma joie demeure" by the aforementioned writer. For me it represents a song to life.

Is there any genre that you like the most?
Contemporary novel with a poetic touch and/or social themes.

Are you working on something now? Do you plan ahead your stories or do you sit and let your mind flow in the moment? (meaning are you a plotter or a pantser).
I am a mix between a planner and an improviser. I ripen the story in my mind. When I am clear about the central idea, the beginning and the end, then it is time to write. From that moment on, improvisation comes into play as the story progresses.