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January 29, 2014
Author Jen Yih Announces Start of Video Diary
Author Jen Yih will be posting video entries, giving you, the fans of The Shy Town Girls, updates as she writes and works to launch Book Three.
This week, she announces timeframe for the book’s release!
Do you have any questions for Jen? Send them to us at shytowngirls@gmail.com, and she’ll answer them in a future video!
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January 28, 2014
Get Involved With These Three Amazing Chicago Charities
How could anyone not love Chicago? I love the skyline, the parks, the fabulous restaurants that I can enjoy with my girls, the museums—the list goes on an one. But as wonderful of a city as Chicago is, there are always things we can do to make it better.
In the time that I’ve lived here, I’ve tried to get involved with Chicago charities both personally and professionally. Giving back to the city that has given me so much makes me feel that much more connected.
People ask me all the time, “What’...
January 22, 2014
We Are Looking For An Editor!
Calling AllEditors!
The Shy Town Girls are looking for a fresh set of eyes to take on Book Three in the fabulous Chicago novel series. Are you an insatiable reader? Is it easy for you to pick up the flow of a story? Do you have a real knack for character development? Would you love to have another $500 in your pocket?
You sound perfect for ourEDITORSEARCH!
Here’s how it works: In order to be eligible, you will need to buy and read Book Oneand Book Twoif you haven’t done so already. Then drop us...
January 14, 2014
How To Beat The January Blues
It’s that time of year already? The holidays are over, the twinkly lights are down, and we’ve all already cheated on our New Year’s resolutions in one way or another. There’s nothing romantic about the snow when you’re trying to dig your car out of a foot of it. Valentine’s Day is still out of sight, and spring is an even more distant dream. Mid-January is the worst.
I always find myself in the worst shape around this time of year–tired, grouchy, and constantly freezing. My mom used to call it...
January 7, 2014
What’s In Store For Ella In Book Three?
Shy Town Girls author Jennifer Yih in Rome, Italy.
With the first Shy Town Girls novel, author Jennifer Yih created the romantic Bobbie Bertucci, a young woman stuck in an unhealthy relationship and unfulfilling career. She was the “new girl” to 721 Dearborn, and it was through her fresh eyes that readers first came to know the Shy Town Girls.
Jennifer used Bobbie’s character to talk about growing up and becoming an independent woman–one who isn’t afraid of taking chances or standing on her own...
January 5, 2014
Author Readiness Checklist
There are obviously dozens of things you need to be asking yourself before you make the decision to write a book. Here is a checklist to help you decide whether the time is right for you to take action:
Have you always thought about writing a book but aren’t sure how to go about getting it published?
Do you have the time and willingness to put in the considerable effort it takes to write and promote your book and yourself as an author?
Are you willing to accept constructive feedback/criticism fr...
Three Steps to Better Business Networking
Ask Those in Your Network What Matters Most to Them
It will be something different for each person. By asking this question, you and your network will get both passion and direction around more opportunities. For example, say your network partner shares that he wants to do more community work with a non-profit. You happen to know of a non-profit where you like to donate money and volunteer your time. What if you involved your colleague in the non-profit and, as a result, he ends up on the boar...
Free Twitter Tool for Those Still Needing Help
Check out the free and latest tool from my colleague, Andreas Ramos, to help you get a better handle on Twitter. I know you will appreciate his hard work! Here’s a personal letter from Andreas:
Friends,
This summer I realized many people–okay, most people–don’t fully understand Twitter. In fact, of the people who register for Twitter, more than 83 percent abandon it. They can’t figure out how to use it.Twitter.com itself can’t explain why anyone should use it.
So I wrote a short book about Twitt...
