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April 9, 2015

The Stella Trilogy – An update

As many of you know, I have a few projects that I am putting out this year. One of them is The Stella Trilogy. It began years ago when I was helping a student with a creative writing assignment. I am not sure what it was exactly, but it had to do with descriptive writing.… Continue reading

General Topics, Short Stories

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April 8, 2015

Dear Young People, how NOT to use Twitter

Today in Indie Author News, I found some great Twitter Tips. There are tons of Social Media outlets to use for your Self-Publishing business (or any business) but that doesn’t mean all of them will prove effective for you. For some Facebook is more effective, for some Instagram and for others maybe its YouTube. Despite… Continue reading

Articles, General Topics

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April 7, 2015

The Body Language of Writing

I love simplicity, what a lovely analogy. *Don’t Forget: I’m doing free #Book #Reviews from now until whenever. If you would like me to review your book for free, send me an email at ahouseofpoetry@gmail.com for details.* Continue reading

General Topics, Quotes N Notes

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April 6, 2015

Discouragement

I am not a robot for one. I have feelings and every now and again I do get discouraged. For me personally, these moments arrive during times I find it hard to measure my improvement or lack thereof. Especially when I know I have done all that I could do to ensure the proper outcome.… Continue reading

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April 6, 2015

Need a Book Review? – Free Resource

I happen to be in a reading mood and as a result I am extending my hand to get into some good Indie reads. I am not the CEO of The Best Company Ever and the blog I run is small, but every little bit helps, and I am willing to read your book for… Continue reading

General Topics, Social Media Shout

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April 6, 2015

Self-Publishing – DIY Promo Tools

With the ever growing sea of Self-Published books, it is easy to throw up one’s hands under the pressure. One of the most challenging aspects of the process is finances. Many Self-Publishers do not have the money to invest. However, with Self-Publishing being the desired avenue for most authors, it has become an industry of… Continue reading

Articles, General Topics, self-publishing

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April 2, 2015

The Art of Storytelling

When I think of storytelling, a familiar image creeps into my mind: an elder with the strength of several generations. Eyes covered with glasses slightly tilted off the nose, they nod slowly to the beat of a rocking chair. Their hands and knees are stiff with arthritis so it is rubbed continuously as the history… Continue reading

Articles, General Topics

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