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December 2009 Blog Posts (209)

How to Embed Video into a PDF Ebook

I have a discussion of how to successfully add video to a PDF Ebook including thinking about file size, formats, what software to use etc.

Youtube Embed Video into a PDF Ebook

blog with links Embed Video

Please let me know if this helped you.

Cheers

Steve

Added by Steve Payne on December 23, 2009 at 4:47am — No Comments

A Review with a Recipe for Tilly's Tale

As this will be my last post before Christmas, I wanted to share with you the latest, really lovely review that my humble little book, Tilly's Tale has received. Martha Cheves is a reviewer with a difference. All the book reviews she carries out are accompanied by a delicious recipe that goes hand in hand with the book. In this case she has provided a WONDERFUL recipe for DOG TREATS. Whoopee. I'm sure she won't mind me sharing her lovely recipe and her review with everyone, so without… Continue

Added by Brian L Porter on December 23, 2009 at 3:50am — No Comments

Stealing Fatima's Hand from Vox Humana Books Now Available

Stealing Faima's Hand by Carolyn Theriault is now available from Amazon and Barnes & Nobel at these addresses:

http://www.amazon.com/Stealing-Fatimas-Hand-Carolyn-Theriault/dp/9657504007…

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Added by Philip Hyams on December 23, 2009 at 1:00am — No Comments

JEN KNOX REVIEWS CROSSROADS--FIVE STARS

5.0 out of 5 stars Fast-Paced, Tight Prose, December 22, 2009

By J. L. Knox "JLK" (San Antonio, TX USA) - See all my reviews

(REAL NAME)

OK. This is not the genre of choice for me, but I've come to know Steven Nedelton and I had to admit, his book (CROSSROADS) sounded interesting, so why limit myself, I thought. So here's my take: This is a plot-driven, fast-paced, spy thriller that seems to incorporate a lot of research and keen literary skill. I'm very glad I picked up… Continue

Added by steven nedelton on December 22, 2009 at 5:51pm — No Comments

SKYPE

If you have a SKYPE account - please add me. christian_schaal thank you

Christian

Added by Christian Schaal on December 22, 2009 at 4:44pm — No Comments

A View Of Kensington Gardens

"The life of every man is a diary in which he means to write one story, and writes another; and his humblest hour is when he compares the volume as it is with what he vowed to make it." - J.M. Barrie, from his novel The Little Minister (1891)

When I think of growing up, the characters and imaginary places in the works of James M. Barrie are never far from my thoughts. I've stood in front of his house looking… Continue

Added by R. Michael Phillips on December 22, 2009 at 1:23pm — No Comments

Calling for Submissions for January 2010 Writers in the Sky Newsletter!

Requesting Your Annoucements for WITS Newsletter!

Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services produces a free monthly newsletter filled with articles, announcements, and information about the craft and business of writing, publishing, and book marketing. We accept announcements from our readers. Subscribe or read our submission guidelines at… Continue

Added by Yvonne Perry on December 22, 2009 at 8:21am — No Comments

Overheard at a Booksigning: Totally true things people say at a signing

Very true exchanges between me and bookstore customers over the last two years.

Of my books on the signing table.

“Are these complimentary?”

(Really?)

Of the title, Janeology.

"Geez, is this ANOTHER book about Jane Austen?"

(After I stopped laughing, I said, no, it wasn't remotely concerned with Ms. Austen.)

Of my pitch - After his… Continue

Added by Karen Harrington on December 22, 2009 at 8:09am — No Comments

Christmas Myth Busters

Hi!

I'm posting my last post till after Christmas. As a historical author, I'm a stickler for getting the history right. I'm debunking a number of Christmas myths on my blog today. Hope you'll join me.

Merry Christmas,
Emily
www.emilybryan.blogspot.com
A CHRISTMAS BALL, available now!

Added by Emily Bryan on December 22, 2009 at 6:59am — No Comments

Microsoft Word Templates for EBooks

Hi,

I've just put up a ton of free and premium Microsoft Word Templates for EBook owners on my blog How to do Web Marketing.

Basically I scoured Google for template sites and then searched within these sites for templates that would help ebook authors on a variety of projects (ebooks themselves, articles etc).

Hope you like them - if… Continue

Added by Steve Payne on December 22, 2009 at 3:55am — No Comments

Loopy

In late winter on the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Zach Mariweather is ending his sixth month on the job at the local and only radio station in Ironwood. He is anxious knowing that in a few weeks he will be leaving Ironwood in search of a more lucrative job. He’s had some leads and is looking forward to his new beginning. Having just graduated from college he had come to the region for a summer vacation before starting his search for employment. He is a recent graduate of journalism school in… Continue

Added by kevin on December 21, 2009 at 12:32pm — No Comments

Hot Dogs

This world has made me feel kinda like a hot dog. It stays in that package with his hot dog buddies. It never complains about it cramped quarters or that other hot dogs may be made from better parts. That hot dog knows he can be eaten right out of the pack, nuked in the microwave, boiled or barbequed but he never wavers. He Just keeps his place in line and waits, knowing he could be smothered in chili, onions, cheese, and knowing he’ll eventually be ingested and end up going to pot with the… Continue

Added by kevin on December 21, 2009 at 12:19pm — No Comments

Did the Pig die in vain

As a young lad I would sit at breakfast eat sausage and often wondered if the pig died in vain. Even at a young age I knew my life was nothing more than a vessel that would eventually lead to death. More than anything, I didn’t want to die in vain. On one particular Saturday morning I asked, “Why don’t we ever have eggs for breakfast?”

My mother replied, “Because we’re having chicken for supper and I’m afraid they might be related and I don’t want to be responsible for the genocide of a… Continue

Added by kevin on December 21, 2009 at 12:19pm — No Comments

SLEEPER CELL REVIEW EXCERPTS FROM VARIOUS WEBSITES

"Our Conspiracy Theories Were Right."

“One of the good things about sleeper cell is it’s ability to make you look over your shoulder and wonder about the person next to you. You also begin to see the potential for bad in everyone, even a small child. The story spends a lot of time talking about the short relationship between the soldier and the boy and even gives our glimpses of Ben’s “All American” life after the tragic death of his family. The frightening part is how the… Continue

Added by Ralph L. McNeal, Sr. on December 21, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

NEW THRILLER PURSUES IDENTITY OF SLEEPER CELL

**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

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New Thriller Pursues Identity of Sleeper Cell

Ralph L. McNeal, Sr. Combines Adventure, Foreign Intrigue, Wall Street and Terrorism in New… Continue

Added by Ralph L. McNeal, Sr. on December 21, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

New Book -- Are You Ready to Be A Wife?

Are You Ready to Be A Wife?

Do you long to be married? Are you already married and need to better understand what it means to be a godly wife and mother? Did you know that just because you are a women or you are married that you don't automatically become wife material?

Join us as we walk through my book "UnStoppable Women Who Win" and discover what necessary steps we need to take in order to Really Become A Wife that will be pleasing to God as well as your… Continue

Added by UnStoppable Book Writers on December 21, 2009 at 8:15am — No Comments

Tilly's Tale Receives Another 5 Star Review

I'm happy to say that Tilly's Tale has picked up another 5 star review at Amazon.com. this follows hot on the heels of the previous two reviews received this week. The 'wag-o-meter' on Tilly's tail is almost off the scale. It just won't stop wagging! Tilly also 'signed' a couple of books at the dog training academy yesterday. She's getting rather good at it...lol

Here's the latest:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful tale to be shared!, December 18, 2009

By… Continue

Added by Brian L Porter on December 21, 2009 at 7:15am — No Comments

Media Release

Having been a teacher for five years and an editor for more than sixteen, it’s no secret Mary Verdick loves words. The author of numerous children’s books and stories, this prolific lady has also penned four adult fiction novels. Her latest release, As Long as He Needs Me −a psychological novel of faith, memory, love and the supremacy of time− has garnered rave reviews, most of them five-star. Available in hardcover and paperback, the book can be purchased directly from the author’s… Continue

Added by Mary Verdick on December 21, 2009 at 4:36am — No Comments

The Author's Show Interview for The Crypto-Capers Series

Hello Everyone,

I am going to be on The Author's Show with Don McCauley on December 21st to talk about my Crypto-Capers Series which is perfect for children 8 and up. Feel free to check it out and learn more about me and my new series. The link is http://www.theauthorsshow.com, also check out my website at www.reneeahand.com

Thanks

Renee Hand…

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Added by Renee Hand on December 20, 2009 at 7:09pm — No Comments

The GPS Success Guide’s Gerald P. Simmons Jr.! Who is Gerald P. Simmons Jr.?

Gerald P. Simmons Jr. was born in Vicenza, Italy and raised mostly in Lawton, Oklahoma. By the age of five Gerald saw more of the world than most people will see all of their lives. These places include Italy, Alabama, Colorado, Germany, and Oklahoma.

Gerald left Italy at the age of 4 months and from there he went to Alabama (where both of his parents are from), Fort Carson Colorado, Augsburg Germany (where he… Continue

Added by Gerald Simmons on December 20, 2009 at 11:43am — No Comments