Twitter has been getting all sorts of attention in the media these days. And depending on the “expert” who is doing the talking, Twitter is just a passing phase OR it is a social phenomenon that will continue to grow. I’ve been on and off twitter for almost two years now. When I first joined I thought it was a total waste of time so I walked … [Read more...]
Finding Work By Focusing on Events
GETTING WORK: Local, Regional and National Events Some freelancers are always wondering where the next contract is coming from. Market smart freelancers are constantly looking ahead and making sure their marketing machine is working for them, far in advance. There is a constant stream of local, regional and national events that … [Read more...]
The Proposal Kit — The EASY Way to Write Proposals
20It wasn't long ago the only ones writing formal proposals were government contractors. Nowadays, writing business proposals is usually a requirement for any business, especially to stay competitive and stay in business. If you've never used a formal proposal or contract for your business, then this product will get you started doing it fast … [Read more...]
Is It Too Late For Me To Become A Writer?
Is it too late for me to become a writer? This question is likely to be just one of a long stream of worries and doubts that can plague the mind of a would-be creative. Creatives worry about everything. Is my work any good? Is my work getting worse? Was this success just a one-off? Will I ever repeat my last success? Should I even bother … [Read more...]
INSTANT Gifts for Writers
In addition to being a godsend when you are in a rush, these are some of the most LOVED gifts any writer wants. There are literally hundreds of fabulous "instant" gifts you can give your favorite writer. Here are a few of my all time favorites. If you want to give your "instant" gift in person, print out the Amazon Description Page and … [Read more...]
12 “Purrfect” Things Writers Can Learn From Cats
A cat is the “purrfect” writing—and reading—companion, whether sitting on your lap or warming your computer keyboard. Even if you’re not a cat person, you’ll love the funny felines in these GIFs. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of the lessons cats can teach creative writers about staying curious, being flexible, … [Read more...]
FABULOUS Gifts For Writers
Gifts range from great little stocking stuffers all the way up to career changing tools for those who are writing and publishing pros! PUT YOUR MOUSE OVER THE IMAGE to find Amazon purchasing information and the link If your favorite writes gets their best ideas in the shower, they will LOVE this Waterproof Notepad! Don't LAUGH ... just look at … [Read more...]
How to Generate More Traffic to Your Book
So you've self-published your book and are ready to share it with the world. Unless you already have a massive following on social media or on your website, chances are that you have no idea how you're going to get your work into the hands of the masses. . What you are really in need of is a community. A group of people who share similar … [Read more...]
How To Write Grant Proposals
For some people the prospect of writing a grant proposal is akin to the prospect of having all your teeth pulled! Writing a grant proposal can be a daunting task so you may want to consider hiring a freelance grant writer or you may want to consider becoming a freelance grant writer! Depending on the grant organization, you may simply need to … [Read more...]
Highland Betrayal (The Sons of Gregor MacLeod Book 3)
"Witty banter, adventure and passion!"—ELIZA KNIGHT, USA Today bestselling author ~~~ "Expertly crafted... [a] page-turner."—Publishers Weekly Highland Betrayal (The Sons of Gregor MacLeod Book 3) … [Read more...]
Highland Conquest (The Sons of Gregor MacLeod Book 2)
"This book was so good! "Highland Conquest" is the second book in this rich historical romance series by Alyson McLayne. The author did a fabulous job of grabbing my attention and keeping me captivated until the end..." - Night Owl Reviews, Top Pick Highland Conquest (The Sons of Gregor MacLeod Book 2) … [Read more...]
Highland Promise (The Sons of Gregor MacLeod Book 1)
"Historical Fiction / Romance is a favorite genre of mine, with Highlanders being my very most favorite heros. And Alyson McLayne did not let me down! Not only was this an excellent novel on its own, it leads into SO MANY MORE Highlander adventures!! With witty humor and quirky personalities, I fell in love with Darach and Caitlin, and I am eagerly … [Read more...]
10 Most Important Skills for Being a Successful Entrepreneur
A successful entrepreneur is one who can face adversity and still move forward to achieve his goals. But are these the only skills they need? Let us take a look at some of the most important skills possessed by a successful entrepreneur. Adaptability: A successful entrepreneur is adaptable. They are able to address the ever- changing market … [Read more...]
Auri Jones – Author
At some point in my 20's I started having weird dreams about getting thrown into jail. I would wake up in a cold sweat wondering what the dreams were all about. I never broke the law and though I fantasized about cheating the government of some tax money, never did. Have you ever wondered or thought about being thrown into jail? I love Auri … [Read more...]
Johanna Handley – Author
Since I have been dreaming of an expat lifestyle for the past few years, I am always on the look out for expat stories especially if the stories include writing. Johanna Handley is living what I consider a dream life ... writing books while exploring various parts of the world along with new cultures. I caught up with Johanna to chat about … [Read more...]
Suzanna J. Linton – Author
I am always fascinated by stories of writers who from a young age knew they were born to write. Suzanna J. Linton is one of those people ... but I will let HER tell the story of how she got started! Melanie Rockett: Tell us a bit about yourself and your background. Suzanna J. Linton: I grew up in the rural South. I don't know if many … [Read more...]
Arnie Benn – Author
When I was in University, one of my majors was Psychology. It fascinated me so much I never stopped studying. One of the major "threads" in Psychology is the "nature vs. nuture" question. Are we programmed by our evolutionary animal instincts OR are we programmed by how we are raised? When I saw Arnie Benn's book Evolutionology I had to get … [Read more...]
Katherine A. Rayne – Author
Over the past few years I've been very conscious about simplifying my life and living with less stress. The challenge is that thinking about it is MUCH different than living it. I have also kept a daily journal for several decades, using the writing process to work out challenges and problems, as well as a record of successes and things I am … [Read more...]
Vickie Phelps – Novelist
A few months ago I had the pleasure of interviewing Vickie Phelps about her devotional book, Psalms for the Common Man. You can find our first interview HERE. Today I am chatting with Vickie again, this time about her first novel - Postmark from the Past. Vickie is an experienced writer with numerous articles and books under her belt. Up till … [Read more...]
Troy Gathers – Author
One of the reasons Quotes are so popular on all the Social Media channels including Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest is because one or two short sentences can change your day. Rather than compiling a book of quotes from other people, Troy Gathers created his own "stop and think" quotes. One for each day of the year. I chatted with Troy … [Read more...]