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- The quickest route to manifesting your book to #1 on Amazon - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2016 from Kathleen GageI consider myself to be very grounded in logic. As well, I understand the principles and energy around the law of attraction. As such, on Facebook I belong to business groups, spiritual groups, groups that talk about manifesting and health and well-being groups. Often, in the spiritual groups ...
Views: 1341 - 5 Proven Ways to Get Book Reviews - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Kathleen GageGetting a book published is a lot easier, and simpler, than in years past. From idea to publication it can be a matter of weeks, even days. As in the past, publishing is the easy part. Sure, in the eyes of the author, that may seem far-fetched. Yet, ask any author who has made money from their ...
Views: 1338 - Do You Write in the Dark? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Sandra Lee SchubertListen with your earth and sky, moon and stars. Listen with your whole universe. ~ Sandra Lee Schubert On my desk sits a box. Inside is a bottle of ink, paper and a glass pen. My friend crafted the box for my birthday. All the items inside were handmade including the glass pen. Also on ...
Views: 1337(1 vote) - Words Are the Writer's Movie Camera - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Penny FletcherI have literally failed my way to success. By success I mean making my living as a writer, which was my goal. Writers don’t make mega-bucks. Most newspaper salaries are similar to those of teachers and public servants unless you’re John Grisham or Stephen King. Some magazines pay fairly well by ...
Views: 1334(1 vote) - Highest Standards of CV Services Available from CV-service.org - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Mike KelleyThinking of starting a new career or are looking for a job change? Then an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) that adheres to the latest trends is essential. The CV in simple words can be defined as a summary of academic, work history, interest, and other achievements of the applicant. It is usually ...
Views: 1333 - Undergraduate Theoretical Base Essay Writing - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2012 from Bernard AtkinsonDespite the fact that the 2 views used within this study originate from two different disciplines with their own individual theoretical bases and methodologies, their mix yielded a useful affirmation the writing system pupils experience-informed since it is by their conceptions of the purpose of ...
Views: 1331 - Feeling Naked - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2014 from William DiedrichI feel naked. As I am writing this I am actually wearing clothes. It’s thirty degrees outside. I just published my first novel—Human Adulthood: A Spiritual Romance. I have written and published four non-fiction books. There certainly is a level of vulnerability with those, especially since I ...
Views: 1330 - Importance of Duplicate Content Checker for SEO to Curb Plagiarism - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2019 from Sophia SmithThere is a demeaning term called, theft. In the field of writing and artistic space, stealing is disrespecting the creation of others. This tryst of honest endeavor is giving rise to duplicate content, and today it is getting its head high. Thus, affecting the online/internet market and ...
Views: 1329 - Writing for Publicity and Profit on the WWW (from Online Creative Writing and Publishing Course - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: Writing for Publicity and Profit on the WWW (from Online Creative Writing and Publishing Course) Author: Craig Lock Category/Subject: Writing, Online Writing, WWW, Internet Marketing, Writing and Publishing, Writing Articles. Web Sites: ...
Views: 1329(1 vote) - Do You Really Need an Editor for Your Novel or Non-Fiction Book? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2016 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorYou’ve probably read or heard that you should have your manuscript edited. Do you agree or disagree with that statement? I’ll get to the editing part in a moment. There’s something else to cover first. Something you really need to know, especially if you’re a novice author. You see, it’s the ...
Views: 1328 - Fundamentals of Organic Article Marketing - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Joy LynskeyIn its relatively short history, the Internet has rapidly transformed from shared information to dynamic, interactive communication between people to people and businesses to people. Virtually a mecca of marketing, the Internet affords great opportunities for product and service innovation, ...
Views: 1328(1 vote) - Financial Assistance for Single Mothers: What Opportunities Are Out There for Single Mothers? - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Michael LeeBeing a single mother can be quite challenging. Not only do you have only yourself to care for your kids, but you also have to earn money for your children’s needs. But life isn’t as tough as you might think. There are lucrative opportunities out there that offer financial assistance for single ...
Views: 1327(4 votes) - Composing Blog Comments That Build Credibility - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from TJ PhilpottLeaving well placed blog comments is a great way to accelerate the flow of traffic to your site. An important aspect of the blog building process is establishing links with other sites and when you post comments at other blogs you can do just that. The more incoming links your site has the more ...
Views: 1326(2 votes) - Using Mini Courses to Sell More Books - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Kathleen GageLooking for a great way to position your expertise in order to sell more books? An extremely effective way to do this is develop an online mini course that directly ties into the topic of your book. The fact is mini courses are simple to create and are viewed as very high value to the ...
Views: 1326 - 3 Key Stages of Content Development - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2011 from TJ PhilpottContent development can be described as collecting information from different sources and presenting it in a way that makes sense around a centralized theme! Some people refer to this as 'curating' information and like most things online new terms are often 'coined' to describe older methods or ...
Views: 1325 - Costs of Becoming a Writer - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2014 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorThere’s a lot involved in becoming a self-published or traditionally published author, but there’s nothing like seeing your efforts in a paperback or hardback copy you hold in your hands. Your dream becomes your reality, and it’s a feeling of accomplishment you don’t soon forget. But it’s also a ...
Views: 1325 - 8 Pros Why You Should Start Your Writing Habit being a Student - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2016 from Dante MunnisNow, a lot of ink has been spilt over how you should make certain that you actually develop a writing habit and that you don’t just end up one of those people who calls themselves a writer and imagines themselves to be, but never actually puts anything on paper. So that is not the part I’m going ...
Views: 1324 - Business Invitation Letter: Quick Guide and Effective Tips - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2007 from Yaron LaviWriting and delivering invitations to customers, potential customers, or colleagues to attend your important business-related occasions requires careful attention: While great opportunities lie therein, if done improperly, it can cause undesired results that it’s wise to avoid. When you plan a ...
Views: 1323 - How To Write A Research Paper - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Gaurav WaliaWriting skills are essential for succeeding in high school, college, and at a job. Writing is not just an end result, but also a process that helps us develop our ideas and think logically. Begin by brainstorming topics, collecting information, taking a lot of notes, and asking a lot of ...
Views: 1323(1 vote) - Best Tips For Medical Release Letter Writing - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Amy DyslexAccording to Murphy’s Law, things go wrong at the worst possible moment, time & place This is kind of like how a pen might leak ink onto your brand new shirt while resting in your pocket. So basically, you never know what might happen & where. Therefore, we must always either be ...
Views: 1321 - Guide to Google SEO for Beginners - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from Bhavesh BhatiaGoogle recently published an updated version of their Search Engine Optimization or SEO Starter Guide. According to Google, “search engine optimization is often about making small modifications to parts of your website”. As a part of website content writing, one must understand their needs to ...
Views: 1321 - Some Beneficial Tips for New Fiction Authors - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2015 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorLet’s start with what is for some writers akin to a four-letter word: Outline. Yes, there are successful authors—and I do mean best-selling authors—whose practice is to let their fingers fly and write by the seat of their pants (known as pantsers), but they are few in number. These authors may ...
Views: 1319 - You Have a Voice! - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Sandra Lee Schubert"Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of other's opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and ...
Views: 1319 - 3 Things to Know In Order to Sell More Books - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Kathleen GageOver the years I have written numerous articles, developed product and spoken on the topic of using live presentations as a way to sell books. If an author is proficient at the art of speaking they can make hundreds, thousands and even tens of thousands of dollars in book sales. This is true ...
Views: 1318 - If you wait to be inspired your book may never get done - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Kathleen GageAccording to some sources over 85% of the adult population in the United States has the dream of writing a book. Yet, the majority of these men and women will never achieve their dream for one simple reason; they are waiting to be "inspired". • I need to be inspired. • I'm just not feeling ...
Views: 1317(4 votes) - Writing Intuitively - Intuition Developed - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Doug KurtzWriters use intuition in all kinds of situations, from deciding what to write, to making plot decisions, to following creative urges that make no logical sense. Intuition is always trying to lead us to the right destination, and to get there we must learn to follow it. Shakti Gawain, author ...
Views: 1317(1 vote) - First Impressions Are Lasting Impressions - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Barbara SpagnolaWhen you meet someone for the very first time it doesn’t matter how personable or intelligent the person might be, if they do not register a good impression in the first few seconds, in your mind, they have nothing to offer you. We quickly make "snap" decisions and judgments about people and ...
Views: 1315(1 vote) - What Authors Need to Know to Succeed - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2016 from Kathleen GageFor most authors, writing the book is the easy part. Knowing how to market, gain visibility and sell books is what often stops potentially successful authors from reaching their greatest potential. Here are just a few things to consider as you move forward… You have to be able to engage your ...
Views: 1315 - The Argument Against Frequent Blog Posting - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2010 from TJ PhilpottDiscussions are ongoing concerning the pros and cons of frequent versus infrequent blog posting. Top bloggers do little to convincingly put this discussion to rest since it seems they have experienced success using both approaches. The reasoning behind publishing content frequently on your site ...
Views: 1312 - Best Tips For Music Press Release Writing - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Amy DyslexA press release, media release, news release, or news statement is a written or recorded communication aimed at news media for announcing something “you” claim to have news value. If you are in the music industry, you can utilize this tool successfully to expose yourself to the ...
Views: 1311 - Seven Rules for Writing Historical Fiction - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2006 from Yolanda CardenWe grow up being told to “write” what we “know”, but history is the unknown. You have to learn almost everything about a period and the social customs just to get your characters out of their beds (or off of their skins), and feed them breakfast. Rule #1: Sweat the Small Stuff. The ...
Views: 1311 - 5 Mistakes Authors Make When Doing an Online Book Launch - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Kathleen GageOne of the best ways to sell lots of books from the comfort of your home is to do an online book launch campaign. When done right you can sell hundreds, even thousands of books in a very short period of time. However, one launch is not the end all be all to a successful book. It is the start ...
Views: 1310(2 votes) - How content marketing builds your business - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2018 from Alice paulWe lived in a customer-driven era, where both small and big companies try to fulfill the need to their customers and come out with the best product and services that serve all people needs. When a company made any product but unfortunately there was no one to use that product then what makes ...
Views: 1310(1 vote) - How to Apply For A Creative Writing Scholarship? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Amy DyslexLevels of Scholarship Programs Offered The scholarship programs are typically offered for the following levels: High School Level College Level Graduate Level Types of Scholarship Programs The scholarships offered normally include courses and programs in the following ...
Views: 1310 - How to Beat the Fear of Writing a Book: 8 Simple Steps to Writing Joy - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Alissa LukaraHas fear ever stopped your writing - or publishing a book you want to write- or sucked the joy from your writing day? It has for me - temporarily. You name the book writing fear. I - and most writers and authors I know have experienced it at one time or another. Rejection. Success. ...
Views: 1310 - How to Write Better Essays: 10 Practical Tips - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2016 from Sophia ClarkIf you are a student, the thing about writing essays is that you put down ideas straight from your head, meaning it is a good opportunity for you to shine with your unique ideas without having to worry if someone else has the same content as you do. However, as time goes by, you will need to ...
Views: 1310(2 votes) - TIPS FOR COMPLETING A WRITING PROJECT - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Jo Anne MeekinsWriters’ block, procrastination, and a sense of overwhelm are all forms of inner resistance that most writers confront at some point in their career or level of experience. However, in spite of the productivity hindrances and creative stagnancy that originates on our internal landscape, there ...
Views: 1310(3 votes) - Why Publicity is Far Superior to Advertising for a Book - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Kathleen GageAs an author you absolutely must look for opportunities to gain visibility for you and your book. The best way to do this is with publicity. This is different than advertising. With advertising you are paying for visibility. Publicity is usually free. The fact is, publicity works much ...
Views: 1310 - Freelance Writing Work: The Possibilities Available to You - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2012 from Karen CioffiAs most writers know, there isn’t much money in being an author; the money, if you can get a successful freelance writing business going, is in freelance writing work and ghostwriting. There are so many different freelance writing and ghostwriting jobs you can do. But, to keep your target ...
Views: 1309 - Original Custom Essays for Pupils Trying to find Qualified Help - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Mary W. InnissAre you presently a college student? Do you think you're searching for for specialist writers to put in writing an original essay to suit your needs? Do you think you're trapped in which to locate original essay writing services? Our original essay writing services are of greatest top quality. ...
Views: 1309 - Ways to Deal with Obstacles in Writing Your Dissertation - by Submitted on May 27, 2013 from Custom Dissertations WriterVarious problems arise when you plan to write your dissertation or thesis. Sometimes it’s your mind that doesn’t give you permission and sometimes it’s your mood. There are some quick and simple tips to help you overcome and conquer your dissertation writing hurdle. Take a Break Take short ...
Views: 1309 - Common Mistakes New and Indie Writers Sometimes Make - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2015 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorThere is a lot to keep in mind when you write a novel, memoir, or other non-fiction book. Enthusiasm is great to have and necessary for getting that first draft and subsequent revisions done. But here are some common issues I frequently see in manuscripts from clients. Are any of them ones you ...
Views: 1308 - Creating Titles That Sell Your Products and Programs - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2013 from Kim Kirmmse TothPoor titles will keep you poor. Now, that's a pretty powerful statement isn't it? It really doesn't matter how good you are, the first thing that people read or hear is your title. It will immediately get them to click to get more information or they will simply delete. You might have the ...
Views: 1307 - Called to Write a Memoir? 5 Reasons Writing a Memoir Is Worth the Time and Effort - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Alissa LukaraA memoir writer in one of my workshops recently asked me, “Was writing a memoir worth the time and effort? “Yes,” I answered, without hesitation – which surprised me. Because where writing a memoir is concerned, friends and family will attest, I had been known to wax not so poetic over the ...
Views: 1306 - Crafting Copy That Compels Your Customers to Act - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Lisa ManyonWhat are you asking? One of the best pieces of advice I can offer when creating copy is to always include an offer, otherwise known as a call to action. What do you want your customers to do? Don't assume they'll come to your website or storefront just because you've told them you're there. ...
Views: 1306 - Enhance The Art of Research Writing In Six Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2020 from Julia RichardsIs it accurate to say that you are simply stayed with the clear page? Taking a gander at your PC and contemplating how to begin your examination paper? Indeed, this is the most bothering part as thoughts and things ring a bell. Yet, you can't gather the great ones without any ...
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