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September 2009 Blog Posts (273)

another great review of hybrid! yippy!

Hybrid

by Angie L. Reed

Published: June 2009

Genre: Romance, Vampires

Paperback: 300 pages

Rating: 4

Inspiration: my R.I.P. challenge and Weekly Zombies (check out the latest zombie reviews and blogosphere finds)

Description from amazon.com: Just when you think you have read and seen it all, something new dawns on the horizon. Julian, Max and Emily open a new door into the unreal, a door that will mesmerize the reader with shocking unexpected… Continue

Added by Angie L. Reed on September 24, 2009 at 5:09pm — No Comments

The Virtual Assistant: Becoming an Entrepreneur, Not an Employee

California's unemployment rate is now the highest it's been in nearly 70 years. While some are still struggling to find a new job as an employee, there are those with the entrepreneurial spirit who have decided to create their own job by becoming a business owner - an entrepreneur.

A rapidly growing industry is that of virtual assistants, also know as VAs. Though small business owners cut back on expenses and lay off employees, they still need have a need for certain tasks to be done… Continue

Added by Sue L Canfield on September 24, 2009 at 4:04pm — No Comments

Authors earn 100% royalties & control all rights with Mill City Press

As traditional publishers shrink their lists and decrease the number of new titles, self-publishing emerges to fill the gap. Mill City Press offers a new way of looking at self-publishing. They use their industry experience and e-commerce insight to give you the most cost-effective tools for self-publishing, marketing, and selling your book.

They are the only self-publishing company that offers wholesale printing costs. You pay what publishers pay. They also don't take even a penny… Continue

Added by BiblioScribe on September 24, 2009 at 3:11pm — No Comments

Why Financial Planning is Essential for Women

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Added by UnStoppable Book Writers on September 24, 2009 at 9:44am — No Comments

Want to set up online book tour - any suggestions?

hello,
I'm nearing the end of publishing my second book (first book ended up in paperback & ebook formats). I'd like to set up a blog book tour but I'm not sure how to go about this. Can anyone recommend a strategy for finding blogs to be a guest on, finding bloggers to post on my blog and how to approach these bloggers?
Thanks.

Added by Alison Silbert on September 24, 2009 at 9:41am — No Comments

What marketing phrases catch you?

Hi,
I'm about to write the opening page for my book website and I'm wondering what kinds of marketing phraseology catches you and compels you to read more? Feel free to respond to this post or email me directly at alisonsilbert@fastmail.fm with your answers!

Added by Alison Silbert on September 24, 2009 at 9:28am — No Comments

Day 9 ~ Work those Secondary Characters to the Bone!

When I was singing professional opera, the chorus was dubbed the "spear carriers" because the men especially often stood by to make the scene more spectacular by carrying . . . well, spears. However, the secondary characters and the chorus played an essential role in telling the tale. And even in a novella length story, the heroine and heroine need a few others… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on September 24, 2009 at 8:52am — No Comments

Poem: Spoken Word

Being unable to participate

during the worship service

is a poor spiritual sign.

Unwillingness to offer praise,

while standing in His Presence,

shows a deficient of new wine.

For the obvious silence

reveals an apparent lack of Faith

and failure to know God's design.

A desire of heavenly passion

cannot resonate from within,

when not letting your love for Him to shine.

For the true strength of one's belief

is… Continue

Added by Joseph J. Breunig 3rd on September 24, 2009 at 8:25am — No Comments

Poem: Prayer Scented Incense

Do you realize?

After birthing heart-felt prayers,

have you seen them rise as sweet perfume?

For their glorious scent fills God's nostrils

as His Presence consumes Heaven's throne room.

Do you know?

Our Father covets this sacred incense,

that burns in the cries of His Children.

He is forever mindful of us

and our continuing battle for overcoming sin.

Do you want answers?

Christ Himself hears our pleas directly… Continue

Added by Joseph J. Breunig 3rd on September 24, 2009 at 8:25am — No Comments

FREE Download - Who Would I Be Without, Based on a True Story of a Little Willingness.

Yes, download excerpts, the first ten chapters, for free in pdf. Go to www.studentofexperience.com and click on FREE Downloads on the Home page.

Offering it for free truly releases the work to the world. I was holding the work hostage for a purchase-price ransom. How can I expect anyone to buy a new work, without knowing if they like it.

check it out. Like it, or don't. if you do like it, PLEASE purchase a… Continue

Added by James Patrick McDonald on September 24, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

Perspectives On Marketing by Jason Miletsky

“Authors - get your own page-turning book-previewing book widget at www.bookbuzzr.com and share your book-extract on over 60 networks such as Facebook, Digg… Continue

Added by Vikram Narayan on September 24, 2009 at 5:00am — No Comments

The Ocean Between by Lynda Coker

“Authors - get your own page-turning book-previewing book widget at www.bookbuzzr.com and share your book-extract on over 60 networks such as Facebook, Digg… Continue

Added by Vikram Narayan on September 24, 2009 at 4:58am — No Comments

CryptoNumerology & The Apotheosis: Gary Val Tenuta Adds Another Layer To Dan Brown's Latest Mystery/Thriller

CryptoNumerology & The Apotheosis: Adding Another Layer To Dan Brown's Latest Mystery

By Gary Val Tenuta, author of The Ezekiel Code

Two books have been released this year, each focusing on the esoteric underpinnings of the foundation of the Unites States of America and the symbolism related to these underpinnings that are scattered all over Washington… Continue

Added by Gary Val Tenuta on September 24, 2009 at 2:04am — No Comments

Get Published TV episode #069 Ebooks vs Physical Books.

Writing an Ebook vs Physical Book : Pros and Cons. This episode comes to you on the Crown Princess. Dale Beaumont explains the differences between physical and digital books. He goes through the pros and cons of both and then makes his own recommendation on which path you should pursue.

We really hope you have been learning a lot from all the videos. We would love to see your comments and thoughts.…

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Added by Dale Beaumont on September 23, 2009 at 10:05pm — No Comments

How to attend a Book Tour without leaving your home

Are you tired of packing and carrying boxes of books? Then a Virtual Book Tour may be for you.

Virtual Book Tours can be done with or an alternative for live book events. A Virtual book tour is an advertisement of

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Added by YvonneW on September 23, 2009 at 4:06pm — No Comments

Crushing Desire, and Bound by Freedom, Unbound by Love are being released soon

The two novels I have in for publishing at breathless press will be realeased around December. More info and updates on my website. Aprildawnbooks.webs.com/blurbs

Added by April Dawn on September 23, 2009 at 2:11pm — No Comments

MAKING MEMORABLE VILLAINS

Hannibal Lecter, Darth Vader, The Joker, our contemporary American society loves our villains. Where would we be without that ruthless antagonist that we love to hate?

What is it about villains that draws us in? They come in various forms: movie, TV, books, even reality. Do you know a villain in your own world? You boss, an ex-wife, the nosy neighbor. The real villains are not as much fun as the fictional ones - but that's only because the fictional villains are an over the top extension… Continue

Added by Cynthia Vespia on September 23, 2009 at 1:55pm — No Comments

OUT OF PRINT- 2nd Editions coming...

These titles below are no longer available at eXtasy Books.

Out of Print:

Immortality’s Caress

Allegra’s Seduction - 1

Eloise’s Awakening - 2

Crimson Destiny

My Lady’s Protector

Second editions coming soon...

Go here: www.monicammartin.net and view ‘works in progress’… Continue

Added by Monica M. Martin on September 23, 2009 at 11:00am — No Comments

Penny & Rio – The Locked Doghouse Mystery Book Review

Stop by and read my book review of Penny & Rio – The Locked Doghouse Mystery by Jennifer Swanson at http://www.donna-mcdine.blogspot.com

Added by Donna McDine on September 23, 2009 at 7:45am — No Comments

Poem: Violet Muwanguzi

As a delicate flower,

you bring beauty to a barren garden

with your wondrous smile.

Despite the harsh winds of Life,

you are firmly planted in God's hands

and stand upright in strength.

Your tenderness will always be evident;

avoid those who would look

to trample you under foot.

Let Jehovah's spiritual principles

blossom fully in your life -

Be a blessing to others

and reflect the brillance of His… Continue

Added by Joseph J. Breunig 3rd on September 23, 2009 at 7:02am — No Comments