Monthly Archives: August 2015

What to Put in your Author Media Kit

Posted on August 25, 2015 by jjspina

Originally posted on Lit World Interviews:
Having a ready to go press release kit is something every Indie author should have. It’s also a good idea to have it on a static page on your website or/and blog. Rather have…

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Book 2 of Davey & Derek Junior Detectives is now here!!!

Posted on August 22, 2015 by jjspina

DAVEY & DEREK JUNIOR DETECTIVES BOOK 2 IS HERE!!!!! I am excited to introduce my newest middle-grade detective/fantasy/magic Book 2 of Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Series – The Case of the Mysterious Black Cat! I dedicated this book to … Continue reading →

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The Top Reasons Why BOOKS make Great Gifts…

Posted on August 20, 2015 by jjspina

Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
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THE OWL LADY PRESENTS GUEST AUTHOR: Bestselling multi-genre author Marie Lavendar, Part 2

Posted on August 19, 2015 by jjspina

Originally posted on Viv Drewa – The Owl Lady:
People tend to ask writers where they get their ideas. I often have no clue how to answer that question. Perhaps it was the well-turned phrase of a dinner companion, an…

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What’s wrong with getting an eBook for nothing?

Posted on August 15, 2015 by jjspina

Originally posted on Have We Had Help?:
Everything, that’s what!!! The fact that today’s readers of eBooks demand it must be free or on offer as part of an all you can read for x number of dollars per month…

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Just received Dragon’s Loyalty Award!

Posted on August 12, 2015 by jjspina

Dragon’s Loyalty Award I was recently surprised and honored to receive this lovely award from an inspiring and talented author, Deanie H. Dunne, who I am happy to call a dear friend. Check out Deanie’s wonderful blog and you will … Continue reading →

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Goodreads Giveaway – Sebastian Meets Marvin the Monkey!

Posted on August 11, 2015 by jjspina

Goodreads Giveaway now on until Sept. 10, 2015 Enter for a chance to win 1 of 3 signed copies of Sebastian Meets Marvin the Monkey. http://goodreads.com/book/show/25667820-sebastian-meets-marvin-the-monkey This is an adorable rhyming book that encourages children to be kind to animals. … Continue reading →

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LORD I Believe In You

Posted on August 7, 2015 by jjspina

Originally posted on Tony A. Smith:
LORD I BELIEVE IN YOU  Open Link Above – Song By Crystal Lewis My eyes can’t see you But I can We are never far apart For you live within my heart Today And…

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New Book Fanfare – Spread the word about your new book release.

Posted on August 7, 2015 by jjspina

A kind and generous author/blogger among many other titles, Sally G. Cronin, has offered to help others. Read about what she has offered to do. Bless her!

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THE TWELVE THINGS YOU ARE NOT TAUGHT IN SCHOOL ABOUT CREATIVE THINKING

Posted on August 6, 2015 by jjspina

Found this wonderful post on Imagineers7Blog! Learn about your own creativity by reading this fascinating post! Thank you Imagineer7!

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