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December 2008 Blog Posts (211)

A Study in Red wins Movie Deal

What a Christmas present. I'm over the moon to be able to report that my novel 'A Study in Red - The Secret Journal of Jack the Ripper' is going to be made into a movie! I was contacted by a Los Angeles Motion Picture Production Company who expressed an interest in the Motion Picture/TV rights to the book and after a series of negotiations, I'm pleased to say that a deal has been agreed and Thunderball Films will be responsible for turning my… Continue

Added by Brian L Porter on December 22, 2008 at 11:47pm — 1 Comment

Sought-After Guest Soars on Authors Access Radio with Frugal Message

Frugal Message Hits Top Spot for AuthorsAccess Listeners

Cohosts of Authors Access radio, Victor R. Volkman and Irene Watson, announced multi award-winning author Carolyn Howard-Johnson was the #1 most popular guest on AuthorsAccess.com podcasts for the year 2008.

Volkman says, "With more than 1,000 listeners this year, Carolyn again proved the lasting power of her Frugal Book Promotion message. Not only is her message popular, but it's way out in front of all the… Continue

Added by Carolyn Howard-Johnson on December 22, 2008 at 9:44pm — No Comments

The Black Death (Alive and Kicking)

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Added by Mitzi Szereto on December 22, 2008 at 6:01pm — No Comments

Make Your Book A Bestseller...

Dear Friends,

We are supporting a campaign to catapult the book "Empowering Your Soul Through Meditation" into a bestseller. That is one way we can support one another at "Book Marketing Network' by supporting one another into achieving Bestseller Status. So we need YOUR support in this effort.

Please go to http://bestsellers.ttwglobal.com/ to participate in this campaign. Don't forget to link and leave your name and email address so you will receive your valuable… Continue

Added by Tina T Willer on December 22, 2008 at 5:41pm — 1 Comment

Blogging this week

Just a little heads up to my readers, I have a new interview up at Nancy Famolari's blog today and I will be blogging and visiting her site all week!
http://nancyfamolari.wordpress.com/
hope you will stop by and chat with me!

Added by Kim Smith on December 22, 2008 at 9:14am — No Comments

Jahmal Cole Book Release Concert!!

Role Model Movement Presents: The Official J. Cole Book Release Concert!!! Featuring Chicago Hip Hop band Treologic, Eclectic Painter Closer IAM, 2005 Chicago Idol Winner "Russoul," Jazz/Neo-Soul Group VertiKal, Hip Hop Violinist Hora, Spoken Word Poetry and much more.

Where: Subterranean: 2011 North Ave, Chicago IL 60647

When: January 3rd, 2009. (Saturday Night) Doors open at 9pm.

Why: To connect with & inspire the lives of our readers one book at a time. We're… Continue

Added by Jahmal Cole on December 22, 2008 at 7:30am — No Comments

A Minstrel's Songs, Poet Laureate,Ghost Writer & Gurkhas (Satis Shroff)

A minstrel's wanderings and experiences in the Himalayan republic of Nepal

Gainey: A Minstrel’s Songs of Love and Sorrow (Satis Shroff)

Once upon a time,

my grandpa said:

“In Nepal even a child

Can walk the countryside alone.”

It’s just not true,

Not for a Nepalese,

Born with a sarangi in his hand.

I’m a musician,

One of the lower caste

In the Hindu hierarchy.

I… Continue

Added by Satis Shroff Lecturer, Writer on December 22, 2008 at 4:33am — 1 Comment

Happy Holidays from John Kremer

I thought this was a very well-done video. Very good production values, fun to listen to, great to watch. Happy holidays!

It's been snowing heavily in Taos, New Mexico. I had to get help getting out of a ditch today when I parked too close to the road and got stuck in a rut. I parked there to help someone else get out of ditch. I was successful in helping them, but then they took off without helping me, even though they knew I was stuck as well.… Continue

Added by John Kremer on December 22, 2008 at 12:00am — No Comments

The Dream and the Dreamer

My book "The Garden of the Soul" is about the process of becoming whole.

To me, that process is often facilitated by our dreams--both our daydreams and deepest desires, as well as the dreams we have when we sleep at night. And while the overall book is not about dreams per se, I did use some of my own actual dreams to propel the story of "The Garden of the Soul", and I also gave several other parts of the book a dreamlike quality when I wished to dive more deeply into the process of… Continue

Added by Lynn Serafinn on December 21, 2008 at 6:00pm — 1 Comment

The Constellation of Omens

Prepare for the release of one of the most significant books of our time by joining the fastest growing network at http://thesigns.ning.com.

Deborah Simpson's, "The Constellation of Omens: The Signs of the End of the World," will frighten, inspire and leave you awe struck with world predictions and biblical prophecies as never before witnessed, realized nor contemplated.

“Insightful, thought provoking.... Chilling! Deborah… Continue

Added by Deborah on December 21, 2008 at 1:54pm — No Comments

This is my purpose. What is yours?

INTRODUCTION

Since I was a child, I knew I was destined for greatness. I knew in my heart at a very young age I was created for a purpose and God would use me in an amazing way someday. Although, my life hasn’t been easy and despite my own actions, God has always been with me from the very beginning. In times of trouble, I couldn’t see this. In my inability to seek Him I would cause myself more pain and heartache than I would’ve had to endure if I had only heeded the many words… Continue

Added by Angela Sanders on December 21, 2008 at 1:39pm — No Comments

Newly relaesed book breaks sales records....I AM, by Linda Wright

Check out this book...I AM...by Linda Wright, it's breaking sales records... bookstore sales off charts! go to www/LindaWrightBooks.com I AM...The Key to Activating Your Passion & Unlocking Your Potential

Added by Linda Wright on December 21, 2008 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Happy Holidays and all that jazz.

Ho, Ho, Ho and a Merry Christmas to all! Some folks seem to cringe with what is now considered the PC Happy Holidays. The fact is though; the term isn't a new one. In fact, I start using it before Thanksgiving. Even if you are a strict "traditionalist" of the Christian flavor in the good ol' US of A there are three different holidays that effect the last 2 months of the year (don't forget New Year's Eve). I was always taught that three makes a group… Continue

Added by Carrie Ann Cook on December 21, 2008 at 12:43pm — No Comments

Avenging Angel, A Shannon Wallace Mystery now a BESTSELLER!

My book, Avenging Angel, A Shannon Wallace Mystery has made it to number ten on the Red Rose bestseller list! I am thrilled!

Added by Kim Smith on December 20, 2008 at 9:19pm — No Comments

New Happenings at The Book Connection

Wow! December is just flying by. The cards have all been sent, the goodies have all been baked, and shopping is almost done. Like many, we've cut back this year, but The Book Connection is filled to overflowing with tons of great guest posts from authors, book reviews, and more seasonal titles for you and your family to enjoy.

Here's some of what you'll find:

Read all about The Santa Letters, For the… Continue

Added by Cheryl C. Malandrinos on December 20, 2008 at 9:14pm — No Comments

FREE JANUARY 2009 DEVOTIONAL DOWNLOAD NOW

Devotional January 2009.pdf

Added by Aaron Jones on December 20, 2008 at 5:26pm — No Comments

Author interview

Hello friends,
Please read and comment on my interview at
http://chicgalleria.com/parenting/authors/question-can-you-share-a.php
Betty

Added by Betty Ward Cain on December 20, 2008 at 1:53pm — No Comments

Seasons Greetings, When you have a chance, take a moment out of your busy day and visit APOOO Connections. They site is interviewing authors with a 12 Days of Christmas theme. Your Truly is slotted …

Seasons Greetings,

When you have a chance, take a moment out of your busy day and visit APOOO Connections. They site is interviewing authors with a 12 Days of Christmas theme. Your Truly is slotted for Day 7.

See what I had to say:

http://www.apooobooks.com/twelve-days-christmas-michelle-larks-day-7/

Enjoy the holidays!

Blessings,

Michelle Larks Continue

Added by Michelle Larks on December 20, 2008 at 7:25am — No Comments

Stille Nacht

Hassled, harried, stressed-out? This time of year gets a little nutty, huh? Take just over two minutes to enjoy Manheim Steamroller's exquisite rendition of Silent Night.

Best wishes for a bright and blessed season of celebration.

Merry Christmas.

Added by Kristine on December 19, 2008 at 11:04pm — No Comments

MY HOLIDAY THOUGHTS FOR YOU

Pain is an alarm given by the body to let you know that something is not right. A headache may be telling you that you need more sleep or need to drink more water. A heart condition may be saying you need to reduce stress or fatty foods. Cancer may be saying that you need to not keep things in that eat away at your life.

While most now accept the fact that the state of mind, past and present, have a direct effect on your physical health, many still do not understand or accept that… Continue

Added by Philip Harris on December 19, 2008 at 5:23pm — 2 Comments