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Interview with Dana Lynn Smith: Marketing Maven

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If you are a writer who wants to learn, write, and learn more, than these podcasts are worth millions. Take a shortcut to the biz side of marketing and receive a bounty of free tips from these gals.

Join Yvonne Perry, Owner of Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services (WITS) as she hosts the Book Marketing Maven Dana Lynn Smith on WITS Podcast this Friday, July 17.

Dana Lynn Smith specializes in developing book marketing plans for nonfiction books, and she is the author of the Savvy Book Marketer Guides series of e-books for authors and publishers. Dana has a degree in marketing and 15 years of publishing experience. Dana will be discussing her two newest e-books in the series of The Savvy Book Marketer’s Guides, which were edited by Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services.

Did you know that nearly $2 billion worth of books are purchased by U.S. libraries each year? Learn how to tap into this potentially lucrative market with The Savvy Book Marketer’s Guide to Selling Your Book to Libraries. This valuable resource is packed with practical advice, and the 22-point Action Plan will guide you through the process of marketing your book to libraries, from start to finish. You’ll also get contact information for the top public and academic library systems in the U.S. and major wholesalers, distributors, book review journals, and library associations.

The Savvy Book Marketer’s Guide to Successful Social Marketing will help you harness the power of viral marketing and online community to sell more books. You’ll learn to use a variety of social marketing tools, including:

• Social networking sites, such as Facebook and Twitter
• Reader communities, like Goodreads and Shelfari
• Social bookmarking and news sites, such as Digg and StumbleUpon
• Media sharing sites, like YouTube and Flickr
• Online forums and blogs

This 210-page guide includes hundreds of clickable hyperlinks, numerous screen shots, an online marketing glossary, and Action Plans designed to jump start your social marketing activities. The Savvy Book Marketer Guides are available at http://tr.im/k3Qh.

For free book marketing tips, visit Dana’s blog at http://www.bookmarketingmaven.com/ and also sign up for her Savvy Book Marketer newsletter there.

Listen to this interview on http://yvonneperry.blogspot.com

Mollie Katzen: Catch recipes at her page

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In my link dash today (for www.coachingcooking.com I found Mollie’s page for recipes. http://www.molliekatzen.com/recipes/recipe.php?recipe=cherry_plum_soup

This story shows us how writers can unexpectedly grow a career and change their part of the world. The video gives you clues and look at how Mollie Katzen turned notes from napkins to a lifetime of writing, lecturing, and online publishing.

Catch her link above for recipes. Well here it is: http://www.molliekatzen.com/recipes/recipe.php?recipe=cherry_plum_soup

My curiousity was awakened and then I went to find out how I knew her: Moosewood Cookbook! An old fav given to me whilst I was a younger vegetarian. And again m any years later. She has published a lot more…go visit her and see what she is up to…

Bio:Since 2003, Ms. Katzen has been a consultant to Harvard University Dining Services, and co-creator of their new Food Literacy Project. She is also a culinary advisor to the University of California at Berkeley, a nationally syndicated columnist through the Chicago Tribune, and a contributing editor for Shape Magazine.

Ms. Katzen’s company, Mollie Katzen Designs, provides creative menu designs for conferences and personal celebrations, and customized original Mollie Katzen artwork for collectors. Her newest project is ÒGet Cooking,Ó a multimedia series of books and videos for beginning cooks, premiering in the fall of 2009.
•For the Press: On-line Presskit

•And some questions she’s often asked… Get to the lin provide so you can see those questions!

More places to make money writing! Let your words pay your bills!

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Yep, its tourqoise

Now I have to still check these out. I figure if one link can create more writing income, “cool”. How about you? Lately I have a bit remiss due to life’s surprisinzing flows and extra work. As I have been wondering about ways to increase my income and get paid more for writing, Debby sends me this gratis. Fantastic. Now it’s your turn to connect with and put these resources to work. Also visit her links too. Mary PS: Very long day. Copy and paste unactivated links. Hope this works for you.

Mary,

Hi there!

Here’s a list of some places to find writing related work,
hopefully some new ones you didn’t know about here:

http://www.demandstudios.com

http://www.textbroker.com
http://www.freelancejobsforall.com
http://www.allfreelancewriting.com
http://www.freelancewritinggigs.com
http://www.hireaghostwriter.com
http://aboutfreelancewriting.com/jobs/currentjobs.htm
http://www.poewar.com/jobs-by-category/jobs/
http://www.webprojobs.com/
http://www.artypapers.com/jobpile/
http://www.problogger.net

Good luck and I wish you so much success!
As always - please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions
or comments.

Debbie
info@makemoneyfromwriting.com

Eclasses, one on one coaching & mentoring:
www.makemoneyfromwriting.com

Writing Community/ Social networking:
www.makemoneyfromwriting.ning.com/

Kudos Trust, PO Box 1321, Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217, AUSTRALIA

Did you find this intersting? Did you find the links helpful?
Did you sign up to be on her list? Please share with friends, and leave comments. Must og to rest and read before dozing off. May your day be a fine adventure and do please WRITE!

Heal Thy Self Saki Santorlli

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fish and turtle rock?

Lessons On Mindfulness in Medicine

Listen or watch the above video. Then click a few links and you can read some of this book. Here you have the opportunity to read and learn from a compassionate, timely writer. Another fine find from one of our loal thrift stores. In researching more about the book, I know I have the joy of having found another writer mentor friend. Enjoy. Mary

http://books.google.com/books?id=vhN7xMdGGOQC&dq=heal+thyself+santorelli&printsec=frontcover&source=bl&ots=Pl5W2wNaQM&sig=XaG3GnSLJzNN6i92nb-5d1qhxZA&hl=en&ei=r5NmSoPqDJKqswPJ-JHbDg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1
Book overview
Today we are experiencing extraordinary technological advances in the diagnosis and treatment of illness while at the same time learning to take more responsibility for our own health and well-being. In this book, Saki Santorelli, director of the nationally acclaimed Stress Reduction Clinic, explores the ancient roots of medicine, and shows us how to introduce mindfulness into the crucible of the healing relationship. His approach revolutionizes the dynamics between the patient and the practitioner. In describing the classes at the clinic and the transformation that takes place in this alchemical process, he offers insights and effective methods for cultivating mindfulness in our everyday lives. As he reveals the inner landscape of his own life as a health care professional and we join him and those with whom he works on this journey of human suffering and courage, we become aware of and honor what is darkest and brightest within each one of us.

http://books.google.com/books?id=vhN7xMdGGOQC&dq=heal+thyself+santorelli&source=gbs_navlinks_s
Introduction:

Saki Santorelli, Ed.D., MA
Academic Role: Associate Professor

Faculty Appointment(s) In:
Medicine
Preventive and Behavioral Medicine

Education
Lesley University, MA, 1983
University of Massachusetts (Amherst) EdD, 1992
On Going Projects/Grants:
Principal Investigator, Mindfulness-Based Adolescents Program. Globe Foundation, September 2007- January 2009
Chair, 7th annual international scientific conference – Investigating and Integrating Mindfulness into Medicine, Health Care, and Society
Oversight of Oasis – An Institute for Mindfulness-Based Professional Education and Innovation (within the Center for Mindfulness) (CME)
Mindful Leadership: Corporate Leadership Education Programs and Services (within Center for Mindfulness)

Teaching
Academic: Physician, Patient, and Society (PPS I); Mindfulness for Medical Students; Individual mentoring of students interested in mind-body medicine and mindfulness; medical and surgical residents

Professional Education and Training: International CME Professional Education and training;
Seminars, keynote addresses, presentations, and workshops in US and abroad (yearly)

Service
Executive Director, UMMS Center for Mindfulness in Medicine,Health Care, and Society; Director, Stress Reduction Clinic; Founding member and UMMS representative to Consortium of Academic Health Centers for Integrative Medicine (41 US and Canadian medical schools);

Member: Senior Advisory Group

Unexpected surprizes from Susan Weed Herbalist/author

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Stories to write by...?

Stories to write by...?

Yesterday I was remebering an article written by Susun Weed, and so I thought I’d write an article about here. So when starting my research I came upon her forum and Ash Tree Publishing. Both open many doors. Visit the links provided.
(More on related topics soon!) Mary

Susun Weed’s Wise Woman Forum
Welcome to Susun Weed’s open space for discussion. Please make yourself at home and post a message or start a discussion. This place is for you to share your questions, concerns, and comments with other wise women like you.

http://www.ashtreepublishing.com/

http://www.healingwiseforum.com/

ASH TREE PUBLISHING
Women’s Health, Women’s Spirituality
P.O. Box 64, Woodstock, NY 12498 USA
Phone/Fax 1-845-246-8081

Ash Tree Publishing was founded in 1985 to reweave the healing cloak of the Ancients and to make the Wise Woman Tradition available to modern women. The information gathered in the books we publish offers women simple, successful, and safe ways to regain and maintain health and vitality through menstruation, PMS, fertility & pregnancy, childbirth, breast health, cancer prevention, and menopause.

SPECIAL OFFERS

BOOK REVIEWS & EXCERPTS

COMPLETE LIST OF BOOKS & SUMMARIES

ORDERS: ONLINE / BY MAIL / WHOLESALE

CORRSPONDENCE COURSES / WORKSHOPS

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CONTACT US // SITE SEARCH

Learn about the wise woman authors, artists, and teachers!! Click here…

Your Day with Susun Weed - personal consultation for up to four

ORDERING OPTIONS
To order by mail, using check or money order, download our mail-in order form

To shop online, please proceed to the Wise Woman bookshop and giftshop

Wholesale orders see our Terms letter & distributors and wholesale order form

Order Susun’s Books in German: Orlanda.de (our publisher) or Amazon.de

Ordering from Europe? Contact: Counter Culture (+44) 1278 722888

Ordering from New Zealand? Contact: Akasha Ltd Tel: 00-64-4-902-9990

Ordering from Australia? Contact: Brumby Books Tel: 03 9761 5535 Fax: 03 9761 7095

Ordering from Canada? Contact Dempsey Your Distributor 1-(800) 667-3399

Interested in foreign translation and publishing rights? Visit our book proposal pages

Also visit Ash Tree Publishing’s page at Bowker’s Publishers HomePages
Click here for Susun Weed’s Meet the Author interview at Bookwire.com

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SPECIAL OFFERS

Wise Woman Herbal Series
Item Price:$ 48 (plus shipping)
Get all four of Susun S. Weed’s best-selling herbal medicine books together and save 20%. The Wise Woman Herbal Series includes:
~ New Menopausal Years the Wise Woman Way (for Women 30-90)
~ Breast Cancer? Breast Health! The Wise Woman Way
~ Healing Wise
~ Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year (now in its 29th printing)
The total value of this offer is $60, Yours for $48 plus shipping.
Click here to order by credit card or click here to print special order form

Herbal Medicine Starter Collection
Item Price:$45 (plus shipping)
Includes four great herbals: A City Herbal by Maida Silverman, Healing Wise by Susun S. Weed, Opening Our Wild Hearts to the Healing Herbs by Gail Edwards, and Common Herbs for Natural Health by Juliette de Bairacli Levy. If you are curious about herbal medicine and want to learn more, this collection for you! These four books by noted herbalists will teach you how to grow, wild craft, buy, prepare, and use herbs for health, beauty, and fun. All four purchased seperately are a $56 value (plus shipping), YOURS for only $45 (plus shipping). Order this collection today to begin your herbal journey. Also a perfect gift for the one you love!!! Click here to order by credit card or click here to print special order form

Juliette of the Herbs Collection
Item Price:$ 45.00 (plus shipping)
This collection includes three great herbal medicine books and one video by Juliette de Bairacli Levy, well-known as the “grandmother of herbal medicine.” Nature’s Children is a classic book on natural childrearing; it includes remedies, recipes, and fascinating lore. Traveler’s Joy is a unique guide to finding the wild bounty in simple living; Juliette covers topics such as travel, water, dwellings, medicine, and food. Common Herbs for Natural Health is an essential herbal with lore and uses for 200 herbs including cosmetic, culinary, and medical recipes. Juliette of the Herbs, the exceptional video included in this collection will delight, entrance, and inspire! $55.80 value, YOURS for $45 (20% savings) plus shipping. Click here to order by credit card or click here to print special order form

Mother’s Little Helpers
Item Price:$ 30 (plus shipping)
Three experts offer you their best secrets for having and raising healthy kids. You get Adelheid Ohlig’s Luna Yoga, Juliette de Bairacli Levy’s Nature’s Children, and Susun S. Weed’s Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year. Luna Yoga, Vital Fertility and Sexuality shows you how to improve your ability to conceive, create, and bear healthy children. Nature’s Children is filled with natural child rearing secrets, sage advice, herbal remedies, child-friendly recipes, and fascinating lore. Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year, now in its 29th printing, offers simple, safe herbs for fertility, contraception, healthy pregnancy, labor and delivery, lactation, newborns, and more. Retail value is $36 - Yours for $30 plus shipping. Click here to order by credit card or click here to print special order form

Mother/Daughter Special
Item Price:$ 25 (plus shipping)
Two Susun S. Weed herbals, plus a free bonus. Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year for the daughter; New Menopausal Years the Wise Woman Way for the mother, and Moon Days for you to share. Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year gathers natural remedies for all aspects of fertility (including avoiding it), pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care of mother and babe. New Menopausal Years, Alternative Approaches for Women 30-90 gives you the information you need to “ace” menopause and become a postmenopausal woman with a healthy heart, strong bones, and great vitality — without hormones. BONUS: Our gift to you - a hardbound copy of Moon Days, a great collection of women’s writings on menstruation, edited by Cassie Premo Steele. This special collection of three insightful books will delight, surprise, and inspire you and your mother and your daughters! Retail value is $54 Yours for $25 plus shipping. Click here to order by credit card or click here to print special order form

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Check out these book reviews…
Luna Yoga By Adelheid Ohlig

A City Herbal By Maida Silverma

Moon Days Edited by Cassie Premo Steele

Nature’s Children by Juliette de Bairacli Levy
reviewed at Botanical.com too!

Common Herbs for Natural Health by Juliette de Bairacli Levy
reviewed at Botanical.com too!

Opening Our Wild Hearts to the Healing Herbs by Gail Faith Edwards

The WISE WOMAN HERBAL SERIES:

The Childbearing Year by Susun Weed

Healing Wise By Susun Weed
reviewed at Botanical.com too!

Breast Cancer? Breast Health! By Susun Weed

New Menopausal Years By Susun Weed
reviewed at bookreviewcafe.com too!

Click here to read more about Susun Weed’s Wise Woman books

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READ THESE EXCERPTS
Fertility Dances from Luna Yoga

Blood Mysteries from Luna Yoga

Yarrow from A City Herbal

Mullein from A City Herbal

Chickweed from Healing Wise

Dandylion Wine from Healing Wise

RED from Moon Days

Story of the Moon Goddess from Moon Days

My Anti-Cancer Lifestyle from Breast Cancer? Breast Health!

Using Herbs Safely from Breast Cancer? Breast Health!

Mammograms - Who Needs Them? from Breast Cancer? Breast Health!

Kundalini Meditation from Menopausal Years the Wise Woman Way

Building Better Bones from Menopausal Years the Wise Woman Way

Herbal Birth Control from Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year

Herbs and Spirit Power from Opening Our Wild Hearts to the Healing Herbs

To shop online, please proceed to the Wise Woman bookshop and giftshop

Book Summaries

Breast Cancer? Breast Health
What a gift to women of all ages! This book helped me overcome my fear of what I might discover during self-examination. I am so grateful that this book came my way and I am healthier in mind, body, and spirit thanks to Ms. Weed’s wise words! All of my questions and doubts were addressed in a voice that speaks for all the wise women who have chosen the path of natural and sensible personal health. If I could, I would give a copy of this book to every woman in the world! Read the Review

Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year
What a unique treasure this book is! I used this during my entire “childbearing year” and am so glad that it is still available so I can give it to my best friend’s daughter as she prepares for her first child. I still use the Herbal Pharmacy section quite frequently so this book has a permanent place on my bookshelf. Read the Review

A City Herbal
I never could have imagined the herbal abundance that grows between the cracks of the city sidewalks and in vacant lots! This book details the folknames, locations, historical uses, lore, legends, and uses of 34 plants commonly found in the city. I read this book like a novel, from cover to cover, and would recommend it to anyone interested our green friends! Read the Review

Common Herbs for Natural Health is an essential herbal for the newcomer to the expert. Juliette de Bairacli utilizes her Gypsy wisdom, and decades of studying herbs and healing, to create a book filled with natural remedies and recipes. What a treasure! Her respect and love for the plants, the earth, and the medicinal knowledge garnered from people of all ethnic origins is powerful, practical, and sensible. My gardens and personal health are already benefiting from this intelligent and tender book. Read the Review

Healing Wise
What a powerful book! It has changed the way I feel towards modern medicine, the chaos in my life, and even my backyard. The seven featured common weeds are given voices and distinct personalities. For instance, dandelion speaks from this book with a charming and joyous French accent. My medicine cabinet has fewer pharmaceuticals these days and an increasing assortment of odd little bottles of tinctures, oils, and salves that I have had great fun making from plants I have found within walking distance of my home. The voice of Wise Woman wisdom rings throughout this book and I find myself turning to this book for solutions to my various discomforts instead of calling the doctor. Read the Review

Luna Yoga
This is the first book on yoga that has appealed to me. Luna yoga was developed for woman by women. Adelheid Ohlig clearly intends to bring the philosophy, discipline, and healing art of luna yoga to the attention of women. I have only just begun to follow this practice daily and have high hopes for improved health and happiness. Read the Review

Moon Days
Although women experience “the curse” from their early teenage years until their early fifties, most of us don’t discuss it in depth . . . and certainly don’t write or read short stories and poetry about the subject! This book, by a collection of talented authors, is for women of any age and is inspired by the wonders, embarrassment, and power of menstruation. Surprisingly, it is a very funny and touching read. I am past menopause and who would have guessed that this book would actually make me nostalgic for that significant part of my younger years. Read the Review

Nature’s Children
Surely this is how our children were meant to be raised and nourished! In harmony with the rhythms of the earth, seasons, wild creatures, and plants the author shares her knowledge and compassion. How I wish I had known of this book when my son was younger, but it’s never too late to begin employing the remedies and recipes contained in this marvelous book which is dedicated to the simple life and family health. Read the Review

New Menopausal Years the Wise Woman Way
If this book had not been given to me by a close friend, I would be experiencing menopause in an entirely different manner. The purring voice of Grandmother Growth, who introduces many of the chapters, assured me that I am not losing my mind or harboring a terminal illness; that menopause is not something to be endured or fixed, but rather an ongoing adventure loaded with opportunity. The Wise Woman approach to the various and unexpected discomforts and joys of the Change has motivated me to seize this experience to transform my life for the better. Read the Review

Traveler’s Joy
This magical book has made me want to shelve my responsibilities and hit the road! The author’s enthusiasm and ability to embrace hardship and bounty alike are truly inspirational. I am encouraged to lighten my material load to provide space for the gifts that the simple life provides. Recipes, travel lore, herbal medicine, literary references, and personal observations make this book an enjoyable read.

Opening Our Wild Hearts to the Healing Herbs
This is a fabulous book full of the wonders of our green allies. Herbal medicine, plant lore, poetry, ceremonies, delicious recipes, and a terrific index make this book a must for anyone interested in using wild plants. The section on medicinal trees is unique in my experience. The author’s lovely spirit shines in every word and makes me wish I was a member of her family. Read the Review

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ASH TREE PUBLICATIONS

Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year
Author: Susun S. Weed.
Simple, safe remedies for pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, and newborns.
Includes herbs for fertility and birth control.
Foreword by Jeannine Parvati Baker. 196 pages, index, illustrations.
ISBN: 978-0-961462-00-0
(096-146-20-00) Retails for $11.95 Order

Healing Wise
Author: Susun S. Weed.
Superb herbal in the feminine-intuitive mode. Complete instructions for using common plants for food, beauty, medicine, and longevity.
Introduction by Jean Houston. 312 pages, index, illustrations.
ISBN: 978-0961462-02-6
(096-146-20-27) Retails for $17.95 Order

New Menopausal Years the Wise Woman Way
Author: Susun S. Weed.
The best book on menopause is now better. Completely revised with 100 new pages. All the remedies women know and trust plus hundreds of new ones. New sections on thyroid health, fibromyalgia, hairy problems, male menopause, and herbs for women taking hormones. Recommended by Susan Love MD and Christiane Northrup MD. Introduction by Juliette de Bairacli Levy. 304 pages, index, illustrations.
ISBN: 978-1888123-03-4
(188-812-30-36) Retails for $16.95 Order

Breast Cancer? Breast Health!
Author: Susun S. Weed.
Foods, exercises, and attitudes to keep your breasts healthy.
Supportive complimentary medicines to ease side-effects of surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, or tamoxifen.
Foreword by Christiane Northrup, M.D. 380 pages, index, illustrations.
ISBN: 978-096-146-207-9
(096-146-20-78) Retails for $14.95 Order

Traveler’s Joy
Author: Juliette de Bairacli Levy.
Explore the free wandering life of this enchant-ing guide by a legendary teacher who lives in tune with the rhythms of nature.
Lots of herbal lore.
256 pages, index, illustrations.
ISBN: 978-0879836-51-9
(087-983-65-12) Retails for $11.95 Order

Common Herbs for Natural Health
Author: Juliette de Bairacli Levy.
Re-indexed, re-designed, and expanded. Lore and uses for 200 herbs including cosmetic, culinary, and medical recipes. Juliette de Bairacli Levy is famed for her mastery of herbal lore and her many books on living in tune with nature. Foreword by Rosemary Gladstar. 236 pages, index, illustrations. ISBN: 978-0961462-09-7
(096-146-20-94) Retails for $11.95 Order

Nature’s Children
Author: Juliette de Bairacli Levy.
The classic text for natural child rearing, now revised and expanded. Back in print at last! Remedies, recipes, and fascinating lore on nourishing and healing children naturally. Introduction by Helen Nearing. 196 pages, index, 14 classic photographs.
ISBN: 978-0-961462-08-6
(096-146-20-86) Retails for $11.95 Order

Opening Our Wild Hearts to the Healing Herbs
Author: Gail Faith Edwards.
Information on 125 herbs and trees. Directions for growing, harvesting, drying, processing and storing, and lots of uses.
Introduction by Susun Weed. 256 pages, index, illustrations.
ISBN: 978-1888123-01-8
(188-812-30-1x) Retails for $13.95 Order

A City Herbal
Author: Maida Silverman.
The wild plants of the city are potent herbal medicines and nutritious wild edibles, as well as sources of comfort, fiber, and dyes. Learn to recognize and use 34 of them. 192 pages, index, illustrations.
ISBN: 978-1888123-00-5
(188-812-30-01) Retails for $13.95 Order

Luna Yoga
Author: Adelheid Ohlig.
Wise woman secrets from many cultures help you take control of your fertility, increase your sexual pleasure, and relieve reproductive problems.
Translated by Meret Leibenstein. 192 pages, illustrations.
ISBN: 978-0961462-06-8
(096-146-20-6x) Retails for $11.95 Order

Moon Days - Creative Writings About Menstruation
Editor: Cassie Premo Steele, Ph.D.
A literary, passionate, and profound collection.Twenty-six writers explore the “silent” parts of women’s lives; reawakening our memories of embarrassment and shame and transforming them to wonder, excitement, and laughter.
176 pages, illustrations.
ISBN: 978-1887714-40-8
(188-771-44-05) Retails for $13.95 Order

Don’t forget our fabulous video:

Menopause Metamorphosis - 1 hour
Susun Weed and 12 other menopausal women offer heart-felt and practical advice for women in the midst of Change. Susun explores menopause as the ultimate woman’s mystery and offers simple home remedies for uncomfortable symptoms. This engaging, informative, inspiring 1 hour video - filmed at Stonehaven - by women for women is like having a menopause support group in your own home.
Retails for $19.95 Order

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Phone/Fax 1-845-246-8081

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Day by Day: Persistency Prepare for a “Marathon”

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Yep, its tourqoise

A winter photo helps on a very hot day. I got a call today from an old friend, only I wasn’t home. He used to be my boss, and we both sold insurance. I left an started my own agency. He eventually changed companies. About 8 years later, I am out of the biz. It isn’t a great match for me now. He however, kept selling, often selling small plans and is quite successful. I think he loves his work. I know he loves people a nd God.

His persistency, doing little tasks day after day has created a great business. His faith and self confidence adds to his productivity. Wherever you are in your writing career, these attributes also can build your foundation for success.

I love writing my blogs, because it creates my platform for keeping words flowing and the brain working. I could use more time to finish or start other creative projects. However, I believe each step I take moves me to my greater goals. Each post I publish affims the value of my work.

I could build on these ideas and create short books or guides. I may touch the heart or mind of a reader, and help that person begin their writing.

Whatever task you are considering, do something each day to move toward it, even if it is imagining or praying about it. Persistency pays dividends that no one can repossess.

Trade Journals, Research, Summer tips Part 2

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imagination circles and rocks

Here’s Part two…from A. Mueller’s old draft. I will add comments at the end of the blog.

  • Schedule in progress reports, for yourself and/or for your clients, for longer projects. Do this by using your master list with its breakdown of the project into smaller tasks. From those tasks, set up milestones with specific deadlines. “By June 30, I will finish research and write a complete outline, introduction, and two pages of text.”
  • Take some time off to clear your brain. Focus while you work, then take a break. Every 60 to 90 minutes, get up from your chair, walk outside for five minutes, drink some water, stretch, call a friend, do some jumping jacks, lie on the couch and close your eyes (set a timer if you do that), listen to music, eat an apple. Pick something relaxing and different from what you’ve been doing, i.e., no writing, reading, or computer. Your eyes and your brain need a rest from words.
  • Take in lots of information, related and unrelated to any projects you are working on. Set up a Reader for your newsfeeds and blogs, and give yourself 20 to 30 minutes every day to scroll through, read, and comment. Don’t let it get out of hand, and weed out the information sources that don’t provide anything interesting. Read books: poetry, fiction, nonfiction. Even five or ten pages a day helps your brain stretch and grow. Talk to people who aren’t like you and listen to what they say. Ask questions about other people’s professions, hobbies, political views, home life, philosophies.
  • Schedule time to just jot down notes, follow up on ideas, develop ideas, brainstorm - don’t pressure yourself to produce “writing” during this time. Planning and researching and outlining makes writing a whole lot easier. This applies to work you are doing for clients as well as work you are doing for yourself. The blank page is your worst enemy. Come to it armed with a stack of notes, pages of research, brainstorming bubbles, quotations, pictures that inspire you. You may not use any of it in your writing, but its presence in your mind and in the room will make you sharper.
  • Trade Journals

    A few resources and possibilities.

    • A great article about writing for trade journals here at Writer Gazette. (Note that the links at the bottom of the article are outdated.)
    • Another great article with lots of tips here at Writer’s Apprentice. If you’ve never considered writing for trade journals, or you’re wondering what a trade journal is, read at least one of those articles.

    A couple of trade magazines worth checking into -

    • HomeCare Magazine, for at home medical supplies, home care equipment. Check the About page and Contact page. There is nothing specific about submissions on the HomeCare Magazine website, but I’ve found that often the trade magazines don’t put up Writer’s Guidelines or Submission info on their websites. Their websites are usually directed toward the readers of the magazines, the industry professionals. They are not sites the average consumer (or freelance writer) would stumble over in search of something fun to read or something profitable to write about. So you’ll have to take some initiative, read through some articles, gather ideas and information, and make a query. Could well be worth your time.
    • MeetingsNet home page houses several different trade magazines related to the conference, hospitality, and business meeting industry. It will be best to browse and find the correct contact information for the specific magazine you want to query.
    • Lots of opportunity possible here at Expert Business Source. Topics include e-business, sales and marketing, insurance, work life, and human resources. The group has a strong online presence with blogs, newsletters, and archives. The About page directs those interested to contact the editorial team.
    • Home Accents Today provides an editorial calendar (a .pdf file).

    Give your best and make it a good day.

    Comment:

    This article provides terrific ideas jogging resources. Don’t stop here. Make a list of you fav mags, areas of life that you are passionate about and publications that give you ideas which could be developed into articles or short stories. Take some time to do an article a week on one of these topics. The find a place to post the article and post a comment about it elsewhere. This would be a fine tool to build your publishing vitae, make some cash, and remind the world you are here writing. Have fun! Comment by Mary MacIntyre, blogger

    Tips for Summer Writing and Comments Part 1

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    imagination circles and rocks

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    You may notice frequent repeats of my photos. This is two fold. SOmetimes my computer dozes when I try to get other pics from my library, and this summer also has been very busy!

    Very busy is fun. I am challenged to accomplish more and organize my time better. Fortunately my energy is much higher than last year thanks to Dr. Dan Cobb, D.O.M.. Old articles may still re-charge the batteries too. Ann Mueller, a previous blogger here had left this draft. It was long but looked good. So I’ll share it with you.

    Tips to Keep Yourself Writing This Summer

    • You must have a basic plan for your week, which translates into a basic plan for each day. Use a calendar/ planner, something online or in your pocket or on your desk. Get something you’re comfortable with that will work with your lifestyle. If you are very mobile, a tablet PC, Blackberry, or small planner you can put in your purse or pocket might be most helpful. I prefer the larger weekly planner with 8×11 pages, so I have plenty of room to write in my appointments, errands, household tasks, and article deadlines, submissions, and project work.
    • Have a master list of your ongoing projects. Use the master list to break each project down into the tasks needed to accomplish it, so you know where to start and how to schedule.
    • Write in appointments for yourself on your planner. Mark specific times for accomplishing the different parts of each project. Treat these times seriously, as if you were meeting with a client.
    • Don’t forget about time needed for research, both off line and online. If you write nonfiction, research is essential, and you will often need primary sources which can mean a trip to the library. If you blog, you need time to find relevant links, graphics, and related articles. If you write fiction, you need time to research your time period, setting, language.
    • Comments: By me Mary MacIntyre
      I think these words are fine. However summer also is a great time to play, be with famil and vacation. So here are a few other ideas.
      1) Don’t overschedule. Set fair and obtainable goals for projects. Example: 25 new articles.
      2) Take pictures and notes while on day trips, and vacations. Also pick up local brochures etc. for places and events you have visited.
      This will provde research for new travel articles for local and regional publications, or your blogs.
      3) Identify “down times or days”. My best tme to work in my office is early morning and late evening. It is cooler then. You might build it around your famiy’s activities. At a baseball game for your daughter. Have a notepad and create article ideas.
      4) Create shorter assignments that will take less time to complete.
      Enjoy the summer! Live your life fully! Rest and rejuvenate. Mary MacIntyre

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    On The Air features Storyheart, author of ‘Across the Pond’
    Thursday, March 26th, 2009

    Tune in to hear Storyheart (the wonderful Barry Eva) talk about his exciting new teen romance, Across the Pond, with On The Air host, Marlive Harris.

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    Leaving his home in England to stay with friends in the US while his parents are away on a dream vacation - for 2 - in Australia, almost 15 year old Frederick Squire is not a happy camper. That is until he meets Brittany. Struggling with the English language and his feelings for Brit, Fred is further confused when he meets Brit’s flirtatious friend, Angel. Escaping a confrontation with Steve Harris, the neighborhood bully, Brittany tells Fred her dark secret, and Fred’s world is turned upside down.

    Life continues to throw young Frederick curveballs when he atually catches a base ball during a ball game that is worth a small fortune. Further run-ins with Steve Harris, a crazy family BBQ, and a chase through a mall all add to Fred’s American adventure. “Brit and her Brit”, know that their young love will be followed by heartache when Fred has to return to England. But not before some final twists in the tale.

    With believable characters, exciting events, humor, first love, education and a little sport thrown in for good measure, Across the Pond, is a book for all ages from the young to the young at heart!

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    On The Air features Barbara Techel, author of Frankie, the Walk and Roll Dog
    Thursday, November 20th, 2008

    Tune in to hear animal activist and award winning writer, Barbara Techel, talk passionately about her new book, ‘Frankie, the Walk and Roll Dog’ with On The Air host, Marlive Harris!

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    Frankie, the Walk and Roll Dog is a true, inspirational story about a dachshund whose life started out just like any other dog walking on all four paws until a spinal injury leaves her paralyzed. Frankie is custom fit for a wheelchair and learns to keep on rolling. Her zest for life will have you cheering and she will give you hope that all things are possible. Frankie will leave an everlasting and loving paw print on your heart. A book for all ages to teach overcoming challenges and also compassion for the physically challenged. Frankie was recently nominated for the 2008 Wisconsin Pet Hall of Fame. Visit www.joyfulpaws.com for more information and to purchase the book!

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    On The Air features Yvonne Perry, author of Book Marketing in the Digital Age, Online Promotion Made Easy
    Thursday, October 30th, 2008

    Tune in to hear Yvonne Perry talk excitedly about her new ebook, Book Marketing in the Digital Age, Online Promotion Made Easy, with On The Air host, Marlive Harris!

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    Attention authors and aspiring Writers; today’s podcast is definitely for you! My awesome guest today is Yvonne Perry; she’s an author, freelance writer, editor, speaker, workshop clinician, and owner of the Writers In The Sky Creative Writing Services based in Tennesee. Our focus today will be about her new ebook, Book Marketing in the Digital Age, Online Promotion Made Easy. This is a must-have ebook for authors who are serious about promoting their books online and about building and maintaining an online presence!

    Let Us Know Your Thoughts! If you have comments about our feature with Yvonne Perry, please let us hear from you via our Comment Line at (214) 615-6505 ext 9377. Thank you for listening to On The Air!

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    On The Air features Luther E. Vann and Aberjhani, artist and author of Elemental
    Thursday, September 11th, 2008

    Tune in to hear from two of Savannah, Georgia’s most acclaimed creative artists: painter Luther E. Vann, and award-winning writer Aberjhani as they talk about their collaborative project, Elemental: The Illuminated Power of Love with On The Air host, Marlive Harris!

    September 11, 2008 edition of On The Air with Luther E. Vann & Aberjhani [43:50m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    Elemental: The Power of Illuminated Love consist of more than 60 color reproductions of art by Vann, and over 50 poems and two essays by award-winning writer, Aberjhani. The artwork throughout the book expresses Vann’s perception of spiritual principles active in the personal and public lives of people in New York and Savannah. Aberjhani’s poetry which complements the art explores themes like war, homelessness, the origins of love and spiritual consciousness.

    Let Us Know Your Thoughts! If you have comments about our feature with painter, Luther E. Vann and author/writer Aberjhani, please let us hear from you via our Comment Line at (214) 615-6505 ext 9377. Thank you for listening to On The Air!

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    On The Air features Kimberly Cash Tate, author of Heavenly Places
    Monday, May 26th, 2008

    Today’s podcast is the kick off of Kimberly Cash Tate’s In Love Virtual Book and Podcast Tour celebrating the release of her new novel, Heavenly Places.

    May 26, 2008 edition of On The Air with Kimberly Cash Tate [44:13m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    In Heavenly Places, Treva Langston has always felt inferior, thanks to her mother. She at least found her worth in a successful career; well, until it was gone. Now her life has suddenly been turned upside down. Without her high-powered job, she has returned with her family to her hometown and to all the memories of heartache she desperately fought to escape. Worse, she’s near her mother again, who hasn’t changed one bit. Beset with feelings of unworthiness, she’s filled with despair until her sister coaxes her into a women’s home Bible study. Though Treva resists and quits a couple of times, she comes to learn the importance of family, the blessing of friendship, and the powerful truth that conquers a lifetime of lies. To every woman who has ever doubted that she is fearfully and wonderfully made, this novel and virtual book and podcast tour is just for you!

    To join the In Love Virtual Book and Podcast Tour, visit our Virtual Book Tour Blog Site for more information!

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    On The Air features Valerie A. Howard, author of Sassy
    Friday, May 16th, 2008

    Tune in to hear the multi-faceted, Valerie A. Howard talk about her new book, Sassy, and her journey as a self published writer with On The Air host, Marlive Harris.

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    Sassy is the nickname of the main character, Cecilia Ann Richards. She’s saved, single, self-assured and successful. In short, she’s “Little Miss Perfect.” She has no problem correcting those around her and telling them how to live their lives better, including her best friend, Amber, who is involved in an illicit relationship with a married man and her neighbor, Jayna, who lets her in on a deep dark secret from her past. Sassy’s world is turned upside down when her man, Darnell, finds success and enjoys being an R&B singer than being with her, she falls out with both of her girlfriends, and her job as a top marketing executive is compromised. Can Little Miss Perfect get it together before she loses it all? Readers will find out just as soon as they pick up a copy!

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    On The Air features Niambi Brown Davis, author of From Dusk to Dawn
    Tuesday, May 13th, 2008

    On The Air welcomes the Against All Odds Virtual Book Tour!

    Tune in to hear new author, Niambi Brown Davis, talk about her romance novel, From Dusk to Dawn, and Virtual Book Tour with host, Marlive Harris!

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    In From Dusk to Dawn, Ayo Montgomery’s and Bilal Salaam’s first meeting was as explosive as a lightning storm. The verbal showdown that erupted between them should have been the end of them; if they couldn’t manage a civil conversation with one another, how could they possibly fall in love? But they do fall in love deeply and completely. However, in fiction as in real life, the course of even the greatest love never runs smooth. Bilal and Ayo make it through the minefield of differences in age, faith and family opposition, only to face an unexpected challenge and the greatest threat to their future together. For one of them love means letting go, but for the other, it means holding on – against all odds.

    Join Against All Odds Virtual Book Tour online today!

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    On The Air features Te’an Swington, author of SEXpressions
    Tuesday, November 20th, 2007

    Tune in to hear serviceman, Te’an Swington, talk about his new erotica collection, SEXpressions: The Green Book, with On The Air host, Marlive Harris.

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    SEXpressions: The Green Book, is a collection of erotically charged short stories that explore some of the sexual actions and fantasies of everyday people. But what makes this collection of sizzling stories so interesting is the fact that Te’an wrote them while on deployment in Iraq!

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    On The Air features Nicole Lynn Hannans, author of GLORI
    Tuesday, November 13th, 2007

    Tune in to hear writer and motivational speaker, Nicole Lynn Hannans, talk about her new book, Glori: A Different Story, with On The Air host, Marlive Harris.

    November 13, 2007 edition of On The Air with Nicole Lynn Hannans [26:02m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    Glori is the breakthrough memoir of Nicole Lynn Hannans, a young woman who faced tremendous obstacles as a single teen mom — poverty, homelessness, being in an oppressive relationship, and living in a drug-infested environment. Glori tells how she beat the odds by earning two degrees and having a meaningful career today. Hannans offers an inspiring story about the power of believing in yourself that every young person, teen parent, single mom, parent and anyone working with youth should read.

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    On The Air features Storyheart, author of ‘Across the Pond’
    Thursday, March 26th, 2009

    Tune in to hear Storyheart (the wonderful Barry Eva) talk about his exciting new teen romance, Across the Pond, with On The Air host, Marlive Harris.

    March 26, 2009 edition of On The Air with Storyheart [34:32m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    Leaving his home in England to stay with friends in the US while his parents are away on a dream vacation - for 2 - in Australia, almost 15 year old Frederick Squire is not a happy camper. That is until he meets Brittany. Struggling with the English language and his feelings for Brit, Fred is further confused when he meets Brit’s flirtatious friend, Angel. Escaping a confrontation with Steve Harris, the neighborhood bully, Brittany tells Fred her dark secret, and Fred’s world is turned upside down.

    Life continues to throw young Frederick curveballs when he atually catches a base ball during a ball game that is worth a small fortune. Further run-ins with Steve Harris, a crazy family BBQ, and a chase through a mall all add to Fred’s American adventure. “Brit and her Brit”, know that their young love will be followed by heartache when Fred has to return to England. But not before some final twists in the tale.

    With believable characters, exciting events, humor, first love, education and a little sport thrown in for good measure, Across the Pond, is a book for all ages from the young to the young at heart!

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    On The Air features Barbara Techel, author of Frankie, the Walk and Roll Dog
    Thursday, November 20th, 2008

    Tune in to hear animal activist and award winning writer, Barbara Techel, talk passionately about her new book, ‘Frankie, the Walk and Roll Dog’ with On The Air host, Marlive Harris!

    November 20, 2008 edition of On The Air with Barbara Techel [25:32m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    Frankie, the Walk and Roll Dog is a true, inspirational story about a dachshund whose life started out just like any other dog walking on all four paws until a spinal injury leaves her paralyzed. Frankie is custom fit for a wheelchair and learns to keep on rolling. Her zest for life will have you cheering and she will give you hope that all things are possible. Frankie will leave an everlasting and loving paw print on your heart. A book for all ages to teach overcoming challenges and also compassion for the physically challenged. Frankie was recently nominated for the 2008 Wisconsin Pet Hall of Fame. Visit www.joyfulpaws.com for more information and to purchase the book!

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    On The Air features Yvonne Perry, author of Book Marketing in the Digital Age, Online Promotion Made Easy
    Thursday, October 30th, 2008

    Tune in to hear Yvonne Perry talk excitedly about her new ebook, Book Marketing in the Digital Age, Online Promotion Made Easy, with On The Air host, Marlive Harris!

    October 30, 2008 edition of On The Air with Yvonne Perry [32:01m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    Attention authors and aspiring Writers; today’s podcast is definitely for you! My awesome guest today is Yvonne Perry; she’s an author, freelance writer, editor, speaker, workshop clinician, and owner of the Writers In The Sky Creative Writing Services based in Tennesee. Our focus today will be about her new ebook, Book Marketing in the Digital Age, Online Promotion Made Easy. This is a must-have ebook for authors who are serious about promoting their books online and about building and maintaining an online presence!

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    On The Air features Luther E. Vann and Aberjhani, artist and author of Elemental
    Thursday, September 11th, 2008

    Tune in to hear from two of Savannah, Georgia’s most acclaimed creative artists: painter Luther E. Vann, and award-winning writer Aberjhani as they talk about their collaborative project, Elemental: The Illuminated Power of Love with On The Air host, Marlive Harris!

    September 11, 2008 edition of On The Air with Luther E. Vann & Aberjhani [43:50m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    Elemental: The Power of Illuminated Love consist of more than 60 color reproductions of art by Vann, and over 50 poems and two essays by award-winning writer, Aberjhani. The artwork throughout the book expresses Vann’s perception of spiritual principles active in the personal and public lives of people in New York and Savannah. Aberjhani’s poetry which complements the art explores themes like war, homelessness, the origins of love and spiritual consciousness.

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    On The Air features Kimberly Cash Tate, author of Heavenly Places
    Monday, May 26th, 2008

    Today’s podcast is the kick off of Kimberly Cash Tate’s In Love Virtual Book and Podcast Tour celebrating the release of her new novel, Heavenly Places.

    May 26, 2008 edition of On The Air with Kimberly Cash Tate [44:13m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    In Heavenly Places, Treva Langston has always felt inferior, thanks to her mother. She at least found her worth in a successful career; well, until it was gone. Now her life has suddenly been turned upside down. Without her high-powered job, she has returned with her family to her hometown and to all the memories of heartache she desperately fought to escape. Worse, she’s near her mother again, who hasn’t changed one bit. Beset with feelings of unworthiness, she’s filled with despair until her sister coaxes her into a women’s home Bible study. Though Treva resists and quits a couple of times, she comes to learn the importance of family, the blessing of friendship, and the powerful truth that conquers a lifetime of lies. To every woman who has ever doubted that she is fearfully and wonderfully made, this novel and virtual book and podcast tour is just for you!

    To join the In Love Virtual Book and Podcast Tour, visit our Virtual Book Tour Blog Site for more information!

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    On The Air features Valerie A. Howard, author of Sassy
    Friday, May 16th, 2008

    Tune in to hear the multi-faceted, Valerie A. Howard talk about her new book, Sassy, and her journey as a self published writer with On The Air host, Marlive Harris.

    May 16, 2008 edition of On The Air with Valerie A. Howard [33:52m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    Sassy is the nickname of the main character, Cecilia Ann Richards. She’s saved, single, self-assured and successful. In short, she’s “Little Miss Perfect.” She has no problem correcting those around her and telling them how to live their lives better, including her best friend, Amber, who is involved in an illicit relationship with a married man and her neighbor, Jayna, who lets her in on a deep dark secret from her past. Sassy’s world is turned upside down when her man, Darnell, finds success and enjoys being an R&B singer than being with her, she falls out with both of her girlfriends, and her job as a top marketing executive is compromised. Can Little Miss Perfect get it together before she loses it all? Readers will find out just as soon as they pick up a copy!

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    On The Air features Niambi Brown Davis, author of From Dusk to Dawn
    Tuesday, May 13th, 2008

    On The Air welcomes the Against All Odds Virtual Book Tour!

    Tune in to hear new author, Niambi Brown Davis, talk about her romance novel, From Dusk to Dawn, and Virtual Book Tour with host, Marlive Harris!

    May 13, 2008 edition of On The Air with Niambi Brown Davis [38:18m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    In From Dusk to Dawn, Ayo Montgomery’s and Bilal Salaam’s first meeting was as explosive as a lightning storm. The verbal showdown that erupted between them should have been the end of them; if they couldn’t manage a civil conversation with one another, how could they possibly fall in love? But they do fall in love deeply and completely. However, in fiction as in real life, the course of even the greatest love never runs smooth. Bilal and Ayo make it through the minefield of differences in age, faith and family opposition, only to face an unexpected challenge and the greatest threat to their future together. For one of them love means letting go, but for the other, it means holding on – against all odds.

    Join Against All Odds Virtual Book Tour online today!

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    On The Air features Te’an Swington, author of SEXpressions
    Tuesday, November 20th, 2007

    Tune in to hear serviceman, Te’an Swington, talk about his new erotica collection, SEXpressions: The Green Book, with On The Air host, Marlive Harris.

    November 20, 2007 edition of On The Airwith Te’an Swington [19:53m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    Listener Comment - November 22, 2007: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    SEXpressions: The Green Book, is a collection of erotically charged short stories that explore some of the sexual actions and fantasies of everyday people. But what makes this collection of sizzling stories so interesting is the fact that Te’an wrote them while on deployment in Iraq!

    Let Us Know Your Thoughts! If you have comments about our feature with author, Te’an Swington, please let us hear from you via our Comment Line at (214) 615-6505 ext 9377. Thank you for listening to On the Air!

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    On The Air features Nicole Lynn Hannans, author of GLORI
    Tuesday, November 13th, 2007

    Tune in to hear writer and motivational speaker, Nicole Lynn Hannans, talk about her new book, Glori: A Different Story, with On The Air host, Marlive Harris.

    November 13, 2007 edition of On The Air with Nicole Lynn Hannans [26:02m]: Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

    Glori is the breakthrough memoir of Nicole Lynn Hannans, a young woman who faced tremendous obstacles as a single teen mom — poverty, homelessness, being in an oppressive relationship, and living in a drug-infested environment. Glori tells how she beat the odds by earning two degrees and having a meaningful career today. Hannans offers an inspiring story about the power of believing in yourself that every young person, teen parent, single mom, parent and anyone working with youth should read.

    Let Us Know Your Thoughts! If you have comments about our feature with author, Nicole Lynn Hannans, please let us hear from you via our Comment Line at (214) 615-6505 ext 9377. Thank you for listening to On the Air!

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    I am online now listening to this podcast. GRITS, an online book club and self-publishing page. Helping reading and authors. Also visit http://Mosiac.com

    They talk about everything about publishing, writers events, new books….then came the children’s book club. African American CHildren books are the focus. Grits Kids….

    This is a powerful interview. You can learn how to make your site grow. You can have lots of resources. Kids can blog. Teachers new resources. Just give this a listen. Fascinating.

    http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/WNgprlTW

    Join WITS owner Yvonne Perry and full time online book marketer Marlive Harris on Writers in the Sky Podcast today as they discuss the following:

    The G.R.I.T.S. Online Reading Club, a leading online reading and book promotion community for adult readers and writers on New Year’s Day in 2000.

    The award winning G.R.I.T.S. Kidz Book Club, an online book club for kids, parents, and adult care-givers of children who desire to discuss and learn more about African American and other multicultural literature written for young people.

    The GRITS COM Literary Service designed to meet the unique Web publicity needs of authors and self-publishers.

    On the Air With Marlive Harris, a collection of lively book talk podcast programs for people who love to read! Authors will learn how they can be a guest on Marlive’s radio show and glean ideas for marketing books online.

    Click here to listen to the interview . . .

    http://www.thegritsbookclub.com/
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    Beat the heat this summer . . .

    READ!

    Okay, it’s summer time and the reading . . . is easy!! Well, easy for The GRITS Online Reading Club because July/August are the months we pack up those fav reads and head for the beach, go on vacation, or just enjoy this time of year with family and friends.
    So we will see you back online this Fall!

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    Harlem Book Fair 2009
    July 17-19, 2009
    West 135th Street
    5th Avenue to Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd.

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