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March 30, 2017
Which One Would You Choose?
Be one of three winners of a short-story ebook by just answering this question: Which book cover would you choose for this prequel:
LAST CURTAIN FOR A STRIPPER
by Dr. Charlayne Grenci
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Available soon at Amazon, Barnes&Noble, Kobo and iBooks. Contains two stories of the upcoming print and ebook version of BEHIND CLOSED DOORS, where a little house fly is doing what we often wish: looking behind closed doors and spying on our neighbors, on society members, politicians and celebrities. You migh...
March 28, 2017
Struggling With Social Media Posts?
Struggling to create engaging posts on your Social Media sites on a daily basis? Then you are not the only one on the search of great content. On the other hand, creating content for Social Media should not end up in stress.
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There are two reasons people are on the Internet: Either to solve a problem, or be entertained.
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In a former post I explained that blogs do not necessarily need to consist of written content, but also may be among others, videos, images, curated content, reposts etc....
March 24, 2017
Find New Free & Royalty-free Photo Sites
It’s quite a while – actually more than three years – that I posted a list of FREE photo sites on the internet. To keep you updated, here are more websites added, which offer free, professionally taken and Photoshop-enhanced images, together with everyday shots. Carefully choose the resolution that you need, especially if the the image is for print of a high-quality book cover. Some of these photo sites require registration (free), but it’s more than worth it. Each stock site will give...
March 19, 2017
Patreon: How Useful is it for Writers?
Patreon can loosely be described as a mixture of Wattpad and Kickstarter or IndieGoGo. If you are not already subscribed to Patreon and supporting artists and writers – or if you, as a writer, haven’t used the site to upload chapters of your next novel, short stories, or blog articles, check out their site.
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“Through Patreon,
fans have given
over $100 million to creators.”
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On Patreon, the creator sets creative goals to achieve and fans pledge monthly contributions to help the creator...
March 16, 2017
Why and How to Create a Hardcover Book
The most common choice for self-publishers when releasing a new title or edition is either an ebook or a paperback version of their title: the production is fast and inexpensive, if done through a Print-on-Demand (POD) service company.
It requires only the expense for a professional book lay-outer or a software program if you are skilled and patient.
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Why a Hardcover Version of Your Book?
A hardcover or hardback is a book, bound with a thick protective cover, with usually a paper dust jacke...
March 13, 2017
UK Authors: Kindle Storyteller Prize £20,000
Are you a British author? Did you just finish a new work? Why not enter this competition?
Amazon UK invites authors: “Recognizing literary excellence, the Kindle UK Storyteller contest is open until 19th May 2017. The winning author will receive a £20,000 cash prize, and be recognized at a central London award ceremony this summer.
The Kindle Storyteller prize is open to submissions of new English language books from all authors and genres. Titles must be previously unpublished, a minim...
March 9, 2017
Gifts for Your Reader Friends & Supporters
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I know it’s a while until next Christmas, but there are many occasions during the year, such as organizing a book launch, book signings, writer’s conferences, book fairs etc. where you can show your appreciation to readers, bloggers, and all kind of supporters for your literary endeavour. Business cards and bookmarks are familiar items to hand-out, but they are not really gifts.
Other occasions, like free beta readings / book critique and other help, such as organizing book signing events...
March 6, 2017
Writers Conferences in 2017
Here is an excerpt from a very long list of popular writer’s conferences, writing retreats, and literary group meetings that are taking place in the United States in 2017.
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You might ask: “Why should I attend a writer’s conference? You will learn and gain so much in these events that you should not postpone it to the later stages of your writing career. The main benefit of attending a writers retreat or conference is the opportunity to meet editors, agents, publishers and other writers. ...
March 2, 2017
SECRET CINEMAS – Only 4 days left …
Only 7 days left … to get a free copy of the paperback SECRET CINEMAS by Dr. Charlayne Grenci
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Secret Cinemas: 10 Erotic Movie Fantasies
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Giveaway for US Goodreads Members – ends March 10
only 18 years or over…
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Andy Warhol, film-maker and visual artist, once famously stated: “Sex is more exciting on the screen and between the pages than between the sheets.” How true this really is, proves Dr. Charlayne Grenci in her latest book: SECRET CINEMAS: 10 Erotic Movie Fantasies.
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Opening SECRET...
SECRET CINEMAS – Only 7 days left …
Only 7 days left … to get a free copy of the paperback SECRET CINEMAS by Dr. Charlayne Grenci
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Secret Cinemas: 10 Erotic Movie Fantasies
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Giveaway for US Goodreads Members – ends March 10
only 18 years or over…
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Andy Warhol, film-maker and visual artist, once famously stated: “Sex is more exciting on the screen and between the pages than between the sheets.” How true this really is, proves Dr. Charlayne Grenci in her latest book: SECRET CINEMAS: 10 Erotic Movie Fantasies.
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Opening SECRET...
