Master Your Craft

I think the first duty of all art, including fiction of any kind, is to entertain. That is to say, to hold interest. No matter how worthy the message of something, if it’s dull, you’re just not communicating. -Poul Anderson By Mike Owens God gives each of us unique gifts in the way we share [...]

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Devotional for People Diagnosed with Mental Illness

Touched by God: A Devotional for Mental Illness, by Evelyn Geisler, was recently reviewed by Dawn Weber of KJAB radio in Mexico, MO. Here’s information about the book: You’ve just been diagnosed with a mental illness. How will your life change? What will people think of you? Are you labeled for life? Is there help [...]

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Tips for Finding Keywords to Use on Your Web site

Because so many people use the Internet to search for answers to their questions, you have a wonderful opportunity for exposure if you use keywords effectively on your Web site and blog. If your book is on parenting, for example, you’ll want to incorporate the following keywords into your written content: Parenting Child raising Child [...]

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Choosing the Best Shipping Method for Books

By Larry Filato There are a variety of shipping methods for your books; depending on the time factor and destination they can vary greatly in cost. USPS You have the traditional method which many people use: the good ol’ Post Office (USPS).  The services range from bulk rate or media mail to next day. They [...]

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Author of Cystic Fibrosis Book Guests on Active Christian Media

Amber Metz-Payne, author of Breathtaking, was a guest on Active Christian Media with host Stacy L. Harp. You can listen to the podcast by clicking the link to Active Christian Media. In this modern-day twist on C.S. Lewis’ A Grief Observed, you’ll read an account of a young woman who walked through the valley of [...]

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Ten Things to Consider Before You Publish an E-Book

It’s a great idea for authors to consider publishing an electronic version of their book. E-books are a growing market and gaining a lot of attention – especially with the recent launch of Apple’s new iPad. But don’t dismiss traditional paper books too quickly. Here are ten reasons why e-books have a long way to [...]

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