writing and publishing

A dictionary of rhyming words and syllables designed to aid the songwriter and poet; includes an essay on the technique of the lyric.

A guide to the financial and legal aspects of the music industry that discusses how to hire advisors, how to land a record deal, how to copyright songs, how to schedule a tour, Internet concerns, and other related topics.

Covers the full range of melody song writing.

Provides comprehensive information on the music industry and focuses on its fundamental practices, legal and financial aspects, record deals, copyrights, music downloads, royalties, piracy, and other topics.

An introduction to songwriting that provides tips and information on finding and developing song ideas, formulating a catchy rhyme scheme, incorporating unique phrasing, creating colorful imagery, getting compositions into the right hands, and other related topics.

An introduction to popular music that explains how music is made and explores every stage of the music-making process, from songwriting and recording music to setting up a practice space and shooting a video.

A thirteen-step guide to getting into and succeeding in the music business, which covers such topics as the advantages of the digital revolution, radio play, attorneys, writing, recording, and marketing, and includes advice from such figures as producer Bob Clearmountain, songwriter Dianne Warren, and singer Courtney Love.