Summer break, kids, and back to school really put a kink in my plans to have the next book out by the end of summer. Two chapters to go and then I'll do one last read through and it's off to the editor. Whew! Better late than never, right? LOL
Taking a few mintues to share some really valuable resources. :)
Google Calendar - A must to keep track of all life's little distractions.
http://www.ehow.com/how_6186026_can-calendar-onto-computer-desktop_.html
Self Publishing a Book -25 things you need to know: http://reviews.cnet.com/self-publishing/
7 Ways to Write a Great Book Review - Now this is a great way to help support your favorite authors. Fan mail and great reviews help us know we are on the right track and doing our job. Entertaining the reader.
How about using Skype to sell your books! The Savvy Book Marketer
Want a challenge? Try writing 10,000 words in one day. :) It's doable. Honest!
http://www.murderati.com/blog/2011/8/4/10000-words-in-one-day-no-wayway.html
And a few must-read Ebooks regarding Indie Epublishing to help you find your way.
1. The Indie Journey: Secrets to Writing Success by Scott Nicholson
2. How I Sold 1 Million eBooks in 5 Months! by John Locke
3. How I Sold 200,000 E-Books, A Guide for the Self-Published Author by H.P. Mallory
4. Let’s Get Digital: How To Self-Publish, And Why You Should by David Gaughran
Okay, back to work for me! Enjoy your day and remember to Dream Big! :)
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Laughter, You Know You Want It
School is in full swing around here and along with it comes an extremely hectic schedule. I'm talking about the kind of schedule that has you wondering just exactly what day it really is. LOL Time to start working in lots of those laughter moments to decompress and save my sanity.
Did you know, when we laugh, our entire body relaxes. A good, hearty belly laugh can actually relieve physical tension and stress as well. I've read this relaxed state can even last up to 45 minutes after. No way! Really? Boy, could I use that!
The Physical Benefis:
* Laughter boosts the immune system.
* Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural feel-good chemicals.
* Laughter protects the heart.
* Lowers stress hormones
* Decreases pain
* Relaxes your muscles
* Prevents heart disease
Mental Health Benefits:
* Adds joy and zest to life
* Eases anxiety and fear
* Relieves stress
* Improves mood
* Enhances resilience
Social Benefits:
* Strengthens relationships
* Attracts others to us
* Enhances teamwork
* Helps defuse conflict
* Promotes group bonding
Now with all these wonderful benefits, why have I not been using this little trick? It's not that big a deal that I woke up this morning to a leaky pipe and had to call the plumber. Right? Did he just give me a $400.00 estimate? Now there's a good belly laugh for you! Needless to say we still have no water because Hubby is determined to fix this leak all by himself. I'm laughing, really I am. I did make some great head way on my edits as I waited for the plumber to show up. That's a good thing.
Come on ya'll, let's get this laughter started!! I'm off to find me something to laugh about! Lord knows I need it right about now!
Did you know, when we laugh, our entire body relaxes. A good, hearty belly laugh can actually relieve physical tension and stress as well. I've read this relaxed state can even last up to 45 minutes after. No way! Really? Boy, could I use that!
The Physical Benefis:
* Laughter boosts the immune system.
* Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural feel-good chemicals.
* Laughter protects the heart.
* Lowers stress hormones
* Decreases pain
* Relaxes your muscles
* Prevents heart disease
Mental Health Benefits:
* Adds joy and zest to life
* Eases anxiety and fear
* Relieves stress
* Improves mood
* Enhances resilience
Social Benefits:
* Strengthens relationships
* Attracts others to us
* Enhances teamwork
* Helps defuse conflict
* Promotes group bonding
Now with all these wonderful benefits, why have I not been using this little trick? It's not that big a deal that I woke up this morning to a leaky pipe and had to call the plumber. Right? Did he just give me a $400.00 estimate? Now there's a good belly laugh for you! Needless to say we still have no water because Hubby is determined to fix this leak all by himself. I'm laughing, really I am. I did make some great head way on my edits as I waited for the plumber to show up. That's a good thing.
Come on ya'll, let's get this laughter started!! I'm off to find me something to laugh about! Lord knows I need it right about now!
Thursday, September 1, 2011
From "Faithful Deceptions" by Melissa Ohnoutka
My book is being featured today! :)
From "Faithful Deceptions" by Melissa Ohnoutka
Money dictates the rules of this game and the victim could be anybody— regardless of sex, age or race...
A wicked grin eased over Dustin’s face, his entire body frothy with victory. Once again, success. This was one of those magic moments that made the multitude of tedious planning hours and hard work worthwhile. Moments that lured him back again and again. It had been a long time since he’d actually been the one to pull the trigger. After Rodney and Dwayne’s little screw up with the Senator’s daughter, he had no choice but to kill her himself and had been itching to do the delectable deed again ever since. He loved to smell the fear. To see the moment his victim realized he and he alone controlled their fate.
Dustin waited only long enough for Agent Bryce to lower his head in defeat. Then the second earth shattering explosion rang out beneath the blanket of rain soaked trees. It was done.
Now to plan his most horrifying, unimaginable affliction against another human being.
Patrick Roark, bodyguard his ass, would pay a hefty price for his treacherous betrayal.
And he knew jus the sweet little trick to use too.
From "Faithful Deceptions" by Melissa Ohnoutka
Money dictates the rules of this game and the victim could be anybody— regardless of sex, age or race...
A wicked grin eased over Dustin’s face, his entire body frothy with victory. Once again, success. This was one of those magic moments that made the multitude of tedious planning hours and hard work worthwhile. Moments that lured him back again and again. It had been a long time since he’d actually been the one to pull the trigger. After Rodney and Dwayne’s little screw up with the Senator’s daughter, he had no choice but to kill her himself and had been itching to do the delectable deed again ever since. He loved to smell the fear. To see the moment his victim realized he and he alone controlled their fate.
Dustin waited only long enough for Agent Bryce to lower his head in defeat. Then the second earth shattering explosion rang out beneath the blanket of rain soaked trees. It was done.
Now to plan his most horrifying, unimaginable affliction against another human being.
Patrick Roark, bodyguard his ass, would pay a hefty price for his treacherous betrayal.
And he knew jus the sweet little trick to use too.
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