by Sheri | Mar 27, 2012 | Marketing, Personal Development, Publishing, Self Development
Why did you choose the story-telling format you used?
Jim: I wanted to write a “how-to” book on the subject, but I struggled with what form it would take. I chose to go with a fictional account because I thought it might be more interesting for the reader and I hoped that the reader would see elements of themselves in the characters. There were also some people issues that needed to be considered, and I thought the story approach would allow me to explore those interpersonal issues more effectively than a straight forward “how-to” book.
by Sheri | Mar 6, 2012 | Personal Development, Self Development
Recognize the powerful learning in your biggest challenges. Track and acknowledge your accomplishments regularly (big and small). Know what you want, financially and otherwise. Embrace what excites and motivates you the most, and let it be the driving force to help you create and live your ideal life.
by Sheri | Feb 28, 2012 | Marketing, Publishing
For nonfiction, self-published authors, their books give them added credibility in their field of expertise, which in turn attracts more speaking engagements, clients, and revenue.
The one constant, whether self-published or published through a traditional publisher, is that authors are largely responsible for marketing their books.
by Sheri | Feb 7, 2012 | Uncategorized
Last week we looked at some of the most commonly used elements of punctuation and how they are used. But our punctuation, grammar and language toolkit has a lot more in it. Ellipsis …, italics, (parentheses), “scare quotes” and bold-face are the most frequently used ways to enhance the written message.
by Sheri | Jan 31, 2012 | Personal Development, Publishing, Self Development
Whether you loved your English studies or not, you’ll find the following a wonderful refresher. Kim is my publishing assistant, proof-reader and our resident expert on everything English. Creative license aside, Kim gives you lots to ponder. And next time you go to write or type a personal email, business letter or pen a book, I’m sure you will appreciate these tips on what to put in your punctuation tool kit. It might make you think twice on how best to deliver your message…
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