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I am thrilled to report I finished reviewing a book for children. Here are the details:
Lady Flatterly
Linda L Wagner
Outskirts Press
ISBN: 2008936015 (10)
ISBN: 9781432732332 (13)
Paperback, $22.95
The stained glass quality of the artwork in this book will capture your eyes and your heart as the message behind the words will give your spirit a dose of inspiration. Parents, grandparents, and caregivers should find this book now and read it many times to the young. I believe this story will earn a place in the imagination of the young, and it should earn a place on many bookshelves.
With the media's focus on outer beauty and the rush for children to grow up too fast, Linda L Wagner captures the message families and children need to hear. From reading, everyone will understand God has a plan for each one of us. At the right time, we will take the steps to move forward and blossom, just like Lady Flatterly. As a caterpillar yearning to become a beautiful butterfly, she learns about herself and the world around her. She also comes to accept the path God has for her.
Whether you are a parent, grandparent, caregiver, simply know a child, or are a teacher for the young, I encourage you to find this book and share the beauty of its valuable and vital lessons today. For further learning based on the book, try these ideas:
1. Ask the child to list three wonderful features about him or herself. Encourage him or her to draw a picture of how he or she might use these to help others as this is what God wants us all to do.
2. Use colorful art supplies and encourage the child to draw a caterpillar, cocoon, and a butterfly. Then, ask him or her to talk about how he or she hopes to grow in each stage. Help him or her to discover what obstacles may pop up on the journey of growth and how he or she may overcome these with God's help.
The book is competitive in pricing and should fit well on a bookshelf; the length is 41 pages and offers a comfortable number of words on each one. Buyers will have many choices this holiday season and it would make a wonderful gift!
About this author: Linda L Wagner is a nurse and grandmother with a gift for following her dreams. Her spirituality and life helped give her the motivation she needed to pursue the dream of writing a book. And her grandchildren provided the inspiration to try again years after her first attempt. She completed work on other books, and hopes to have them edited and readied for publishing. For more information about her, and contact details, visit her weblog at www.lindawagner.wordpress.com.
NEW BOOK BY MORGAN MANDEL !!!!
Here is another great book by Morgan Mandel. It is called Girl Of My Dreams! Light, romantic and easy to fall in love with, Mandel did a great job of developing and connecting the characters. This would make an awesome gift for Valentine's Day!
Here is the information you need to get one for yourself, or to let someone know exactly what you want.
Title: Girl of My Dreams
Author: Morgan Mandel
ISBN# 9780759947009
Hard Shell Word Factory, www.hardshell.com
Title: Two Wrongs by Morgan Mandel
ISBN: 0-7599-4062-2
Publisher: Hard Shell Word factory
Publish Year: 2006
Review By: Patti McQuillen
This book is an awesome page turner! Once I began reading, I did not want to stop. In the first sitting, I read seventeen chapters! The cover is dark, and shows what you believe is a naked woman lying on the ground, From this, you know it is a murder mystery. The title gives you a clue as well: somebody did something, presumably involving the woman on the cover, and revenge followed.
The story begins with the horrific rape and murder of a young woman named Mary Alice. From there, I discovered a plot that progresses in a logical style. It is easy to follow the story as details of her traumatic death unfold, and the Callaways – especially their son, Danny – fight for the conviction who they believe is the killer.
The interaction between the characters, on both sides of the case, provides deep insight into their hopes, fears, feelings and hearts. They are convincing as the story continues along at a pleasant rate, never plodding. What happens at the trial of Kevin Green, the accused, sets the story in a motion and kept me connected and interested until the final line of the book.
Morgan Mandel, the writer, does a magnificent job of using situations and scenarios in a realistic way thus helping me to feel empathy for each character, even Green who eventually leaves prison. I easily followed his movements as he sought revenge, and his personality deepened. Mandel describes the settings in a creative, yet clear manner and I found it easy to visualize each location.
I originally wanted to read this book because I felt intrigued by the plot, from a communications perspective. From the perspective of Green, Calloway ruined his life, yet it is Green himself that causes the most pervasive damage. The perceptions of the characters have a tremendous amount of power and truly make this book a must read. Plus, if you seek out books that make you think about choices and consequences in life, communication or even life in general, this book is for you.
While I am not a huge fan of mysteries, I do recommend this one because it is more than murder. It pulls together life, perception, choices, consequences and communication. Look for it by visiting Morgan Mandel’s site and clicking on the navigation button to the left, the one that reads Two Wrongs. This will lead you to her page about the book and if you scroll down to the bottom, you will see the link for Hard Shell Word Factory. There, I spotted a price of $5.00. It is worth every penny, and more!
Title: The Elements of Style
Author: William Strunk Jr. and E. B. White
Published by: Allyn & Bacon/Longman Publishers, Fourth Edition
Review by: Al Rickert
I am an avid reader, and when the desire to write grabs me, I know what is needed first – a definitive guide to correct grammar and word composition. Other writers and teachers quickly informed me that Strunk and White’s The Elements of Style is the book I need. This “little” book sells for $7.95 at most all booksellers. It has a grey cover with bold red, aqua and black printing with the ISBN number 10-205-30902-X. It is a fact and example based guide to all elements in writing that successful authors consider a “must have.”
The Elements of Style clearly and authoritatively combines all the elements for writing: rules of usage, principles of composition, form, misused words and expressions, and approach to style. Each section gives examples of incorrect and correct usage I find both common and understandable.
Rules of usage cover punctuation, singular and possessive noun forms, placement of commas, the proper use of pronouns, and basic sentence structure. The principles of composition include: using an active voice, using specific language, needless words, the use of emphatic words, and maintaining one tense.
In the final section, An Approach To Style, the authors present a list of quality reminders to make your writing stand out: do not overwrite, avoid fancy words, and use figures of speech sparingly, to name a few.
William Strunk Jr. wrote The Elements of Style in 1919. In 1957, Macmillan commissioned E. B. White to revise and edit the book. The second edition appeared in 1972 and the third in 1979. Today’s fourth edition remains the standard for the rules and principles of English literature.
Title: Handbook of Magazine Article Writing
Author: Edited by Michelle Ruberg
Published by: Writer’s Digest Books 2005, 2nd Edition
Review by: Al Rickert
Before I begin my full review I am offering you the basic information. I was motivated to read this book, found in Writer’s Digest magazine, because I may attempt to enter the essay and magazine article writing market. I felt it made sense and seemed logical, and offered more than an overview – it thoroughly dug into the material.
You can purchase a copy for $11.65, from Amazon. They also offer a used version from $9.50. The 10 digit ISBN number is 1-58297-334-2. The 13 digit ISBN is 978-1582973340. The cover is all in yellow and white print, on a background of brown and reddish-brown color.
Now for the more in – depth review. If your dream or goal is to be a freelance writer, this book will get you started on the right path. It combines the knowledge and experience of both writers and editors who present their information in a logical, straight-foreword, understandable way.
Talent, desire and presentation are the keys to successful freelance writing. This handbook will hone your talent, streamline your style, and focus your desire. Even more, this book will teach you how to market your talent with the correct and desired presentation format.
This book alone will not make you a great writer, What it will do is make you aware of both the pitfalls and opportunities of writing, and give you the tools to overcome the former and take advantage of the latter. This knowledge, in turn, will put you on the road to greater success.
As Kristin D. Godsey, editor of Writer’s Digest magazine advised, “Read this book, find your voice, then get out there and start pitching.”
Group leader's note - Amazon's site explains that 73% of the people looking at the book, on their site, buy it. It has a five - star rating.
Lady Flatterly
Linda L Wagner
Outskirts Press
ISBN: 2008936015 (10)
ISBN: 9781432732332 (13)
Paperback, $22.95
The stained glass quality of the artwork in this book will capture your eyes and your heart as the message behind the words will give your spirit a dose of inspiration. Parents, grandparents, and caregivers should find this book now and read it many times to the young. I believe this story will earn a place in the imagination of the young, and it should earn a place on many bookshelves.
With the media's focus on outer beauty and the rush for children to grow up too fast, Linda L Wagner captures the message families and children need to hear. From reading, everyone will understand God has a plan for each one of us. At the right time, we will take the steps to move forward and blossom, just like Lady Flatterly. As a caterpillar yearning to become a beautiful butterfly, she learns about herself and the world around her. She also comes to accept the path God has for her.
Whether you are a parent, grandparent, caregiver, simply know a child, or are a teacher for the young, I encourage you to find this book and share the beauty of its valuable and vital lessons today. For further learning based on the book, try these ideas:
1. Ask the child to list three wonderful features about him or herself. Encourage him or her to draw a picture of how he or she might use these to help others as this is what God wants us all to do.
2. Use colorful art supplies and encourage the child to draw a caterpillar, cocoon, and a butterfly. Then, ask him or her to talk about how he or she hopes to grow in each stage. Help him or her to discover what obstacles may pop up on the journey of growth and how he or she may overcome these with God's help.
The book is competitive in pricing and should fit well on a bookshelf; the length is 41 pages and offers a comfortable number of words on each one. Buyers will have many choices this holiday season and it would make a wonderful gift!
About this author: Linda L Wagner is a nurse and grandmother with a gift for following her dreams. Her spirituality and life helped give her the motivation she needed to pursue the dream of writing a book. And her grandchildren provided the inspiration to try again years after her first attempt. She completed work on other books, and hopes to have them edited and readied for publishing. For more information about her, and contact details, visit her weblog at www.lindawagner.wordpress.com.
NEW BOOK BY MORGAN MANDEL !!!!
Here is another great book by Morgan Mandel. It is called Girl Of My Dreams! Light, romantic and easy to fall in love with, Mandel did a great job of developing and connecting the characters. This would make an awesome gift for Valentine's Day!
Here is the information you need to get one for yourself, or to let someone know exactly what you want.
Title: Girl of My Dreams
Author: Morgan Mandel
ISBN# 9780759947009
Hard Shell Word Factory, www.hardshell.com
Title: Two Wrongs by Morgan Mandel
ISBN: 0-7599-4062-2
Publisher: Hard Shell Word factory
Publish Year: 2006
Review By: Patti McQuillen
This book is an awesome page turner! Once I began reading, I did not want to stop. In the first sitting, I read seventeen chapters! The cover is dark, and shows what you believe is a naked woman lying on the ground, From this, you know it is a murder mystery. The title gives you a clue as well: somebody did something, presumably involving the woman on the cover, and revenge followed.
The story begins with the horrific rape and murder of a young woman named Mary Alice. From there, I discovered a plot that progresses in a logical style. It is easy to follow the story as details of her traumatic death unfold, and the Callaways – especially their son, Danny – fight for the conviction who they believe is the killer.
The interaction between the characters, on both sides of the case, provides deep insight into their hopes, fears, feelings and hearts. They are convincing as the story continues along at a pleasant rate, never plodding. What happens at the trial of Kevin Green, the accused, sets the story in a motion and kept me connected and interested until the final line of the book.
Morgan Mandel, the writer, does a magnificent job of using situations and scenarios in a realistic way thus helping me to feel empathy for each character, even Green who eventually leaves prison. I easily followed his movements as he sought revenge, and his personality deepened. Mandel describes the settings in a creative, yet clear manner and I found it easy to visualize each location.
I originally wanted to read this book because I felt intrigued by the plot, from a communications perspective. From the perspective of Green, Calloway ruined his life, yet it is Green himself that causes the most pervasive damage. The perceptions of the characters have a tremendous amount of power and truly make this book a must read. Plus, if you seek out books that make you think about choices and consequences in life, communication or even life in general, this book is for you.
While I am not a huge fan of mysteries, I do recommend this one because it is more than murder. It pulls together life, perception, choices, consequences and communication. Look for it by visiting Morgan Mandel’s site and clicking on the navigation button to the left, the one that reads Two Wrongs. This will lead you to her page about the book and if you scroll down to the bottom, you will see the link for Hard Shell Word Factory. There, I spotted a price of $5.00. It is worth every penny, and more!
Title: The Elements of Style
Author: William Strunk Jr. and E. B. White
Published by: Allyn & Bacon/Longman Publishers, Fourth Edition
Review by: Al Rickert
I am an avid reader, and when the desire to write grabs me, I know what is needed first – a definitive guide to correct grammar and word composition. Other writers and teachers quickly informed me that Strunk and White’s The Elements of Style is the book I need. This “little” book sells for $7.95 at most all booksellers. It has a grey cover with bold red, aqua and black printing with the ISBN number 10-205-30902-X. It is a fact and example based guide to all elements in writing that successful authors consider a “must have.”
The Elements of Style clearly and authoritatively combines all the elements for writing: rules of usage, principles of composition, form, misused words and expressions, and approach to style. Each section gives examples of incorrect and correct usage I find both common and understandable.
Rules of usage cover punctuation, singular and possessive noun forms, placement of commas, the proper use of pronouns, and basic sentence structure. The principles of composition include: using an active voice, using specific language, needless words, the use of emphatic words, and maintaining one tense.
In the final section, An Approach To Style, the authors present a list of quality reminders to make your writing stand out: do not overwrite, avoid fancy words, and use figures of speech sparingly, to name a few.
William Strunk Jr. wrote The Elements of Style in 1919. In 1957, Macmillan commissioned E. B. White to revise and edit the book. The second edition appeared in 1972 and the third in 1979. Today’s fourth edition remains the standard for the rules and principles of English literature.
Title: Handbook of Magazine Article Writing
Author: Edited by Michelle Ruberg
Published by: Writer’s Digest Books 2005, 2nd Edition
Review by: Al Rickert
Before I begin my full review I am offering you the basic information. I was motivated to read this book, found in Writer’s Digest magazine, because I may attempt to enter the essay and magazine article writing market. I felt it made sense and seemed logical, and offered more than an overview – it thoroughly dug into the material.
You can purchase a copy for $11.65, from Amazon. They also offer a used version from $9.50. The 10 digit ISBN number is 1-58297-334-2. The 13 digit ISBN is 978-1582973340. The cover is all in yellow and white print, on a background of brown and reddish-brown color.
Now for the more in – depth review. If your dream or goal is to be a freelance writer, this book will get you started on the right path. It combines the knowledge and experience of both writers and editors who present their information in a logical, straight-foreword, understandable way.
Talent, desire and presentation are the keys to successful freelance writing. This handbook will hone your talent, streamline your style, and focus your desire. Even more, this book will teach you how to market your talent with the correct and desired presentation format.
This book alone will not make you a great writer, What it will do is make you aware of both the pitfalls and opportunities of writing, and give you the tools to overcome the former and take advantage of the latter. This knowledge, in turn, will put you on the road to greater success.
As Kristin D. Godsey, editor of Writer’s Digest magazine advised, “Read this book, find your voice, then get out there and start pitching.”
Group leader's note - Amazon's site explains that 73% of the people looking at the book, on their site, buy it. It has a five - star rating.
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Harlequin at War with RWA and MWA
With the announcement of the new Horizons line by Harlequin, the battle has begun. RWA's denounced Harlequin for opening this vanity line, going so far as to take away recommended publisher status and free attendance privileges at the RWA National Conference. MWA has issued a warning and is awaiting Harlequin's response.
On the surface, it seems that Harlequin is trying to take advantage of writers who, unable to get traditional publishing contracts, will gladly pay to get their books published. It doesn't appear they'll make much of a profit by doing so.
Although Harlequin says that the HH line, as it will be dubbed, will be kept separate from the traditional Harlequin books as far as distribution and advertising goes, many traditional Harlequin authors are still uneasy, wondering if Harlequin's strength and reputation could be diluted by this latest move.
As with other industries, the book industry is struggling to keep afloat in these troubling financial times. Maybe this is just one more way for Harlequin to ensure a cash flow by offering an avenue for authors who may have fallen through the cracks or who would just like a book published as a keepsake. Whether or not the books are up to par in quality may or may not be relevant to such individuals seeking such a service. The trickle down effect still has serious authors worried.
What's your take on Harlequin's move? Is Harlequin cheapening its brand, or hedging its bets to cover all bases in a competitive market? Will this be good or bad for Harlequin, and/or for authors in general?
Please Welcome My Guest, Julie Lomoe, Mystery author
A little bit about Julie -
Julie Lomoe has been named 2009 Author of the Year by the Friends of the Albany Public Library. She was honored at a luncheon on November 14th, and she’s scheduled her first Blog Book Tour to help celebrate and spread the word about this achievement.
And she's a dog lover, too. Her dog has lots more hair than mine. (g)
Julie self-published her two mystery novels, Mood Swing: The Bipolar Murders (2006) and Eldercide (2008). She tried the traditional route to publication for both books, but after a limited number of rejections, she found the process inordinately depressing and turned to print-on-demand technology instead, using the Texas publishing company Virtual Bookworm. She loves the control and involvement she’s had over the published product, including the fact that she was able to use her own cover illustrations for both books. Although she still hopes to land a traditional agent and publisher, she intends to do so on her own terms when the time and the match feel right.
The library’s selection committee for the Author of the Year award chose Julie especially for her novel Eldercide, because of its relevance to current issues surrounding health care reform and our nation’s treatment of the elderly and of end-of-life issues. The award has been given for decades, but this is the first time the committee has chosen a self-published rather than a traditionally published book.In May, 2009, Julie joined the online Blog Book Tours group. Since then, much to her own amazement, her blog, Julie Lomoe’s Musings Mysterioso (http://julielomoe.wordpress.com) has generated over 14,000 visits. She thanks Dani Greer and the other writers at the BBT Café for encouraging her in this new challenge.
For more about Julie and her background, go to http://acmeauthorslink.blogspot.com/, where she is also featured today.
For more about Julie and her background, go to http://acmeauthorslink.blogspot.com/, where she is also featured today.
Both of Julie's books are available online from Virtual Bookworm, Amazon.Com, plus Barnes and Noble
And Now Let's Hear from Julie
IN PRAISE OF SELF-PUBLISHING by Julie Lomoe
True confession time: I’m a self-published author, I’m out and I’m proud! There’s still a certain stigma associated with self-publishing, but the publishing industry is undergoing seismic changes, and I believe those of us who’ve bypassed the traditional system are taking back our power and gaining greater credibility with every passing day.
When I began blogging seriously back in May, I posted about my bipolar diagnosis, saying I’m out and I’m proud. At that time I wrote that self-publishing with a print-on-demand publisher rather a traditional publisher had even more stigma attached than revealing that I’m bipolar. But in the six months since then, I’ve changed my mind. Here are some reasons why.
On Saturday, November 14th, I was honored as 2009 Author of the Year by the Friends of the Albany Public Library for my suspense novel Eldercide. They had a wonderful luncheon in my honor, and when their President Gene Damm introduced me, he pointed out that although they’ve been giving the award for decades, this is the first time they’ve ever chosen a self-published author. The fact that I was self-published didn’t weigh into their decision either positively or negatively; they simply thought my book was the best of the many they considered, and they liked the way I dealt with important social issues regarding aging and death.
In October, I moderated two panels for the Poisoned Pen Web Con, sponsored by Poisoned Pen Press and billed as the first-ever virtual worldwide mystery conference. When I volunteered to serve as moderator, the organizers didn’t ask who had published my books. Rather, they gave me free rein in organizing my panels on social issues and point-of-view. Most of the authors on the panels, which I put together by e-mailing back and forth, had far more impressive publishing track records than mine, but it didn’t matter. (By the way, you can visit the Web Con at the link above to read my panels and access the rest of the conference proceedings free of charge.)
Putting together those two panels made me even more grateful that I took the self-publishing route. Especially in the social issues panel, authors related stories of agents and editors who dictated what they should and shouldn’t write. Child abuse was taboo, for example. Appealing to the broadest possible audience without offending anyone seemed to be the dominant concern, and for the most part, the authors acceded to the restrictions. Those of us who self-publish have no such limitations – we’re free to write about whatever we want, however we want, and to build our own readership without having to appeal to the lowest common denominator.
I tried the traditional route to publication for both my mystery novels. While attempting unsuccessfully to find an agent for Mood Swing: The Bipolar Murders, which deals with mysterious deaths at a social club for the mentally ill on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, I wrote Eldercide. Perhaps mental illness was too specialized a topic, I thought, and I hoped for more success with the novel that drew on my experience running a home health care agency. No such luck: the rejections continued. Approximately 15 rejections for each book – not many at all, but enough to throw me into a profound clinical depression. I nearly gave up, until some writer friends convinced me to try print-on-demand publishing. I did due-diligence online research on POD companies and settled on Virtual Bookworm, a company in Texas that received consistently good reviews. Within two months of my decision, I had a published book in my hands. I had a major say in the design and layout, and I did my own cover illustration. Lo and behold, my depression lifted, and it hasn’t come back since.
Do I still want a big-time agent and publisher? Yes, that would be great, but my life no longer depends on it. And I plan to acquire them on my terms, when and if I choose. In the meantime, the people buying my books don’t care who the publisher is. Bookstores and libraries carry them when I do the necessary outreach, and they’re available worldwide through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. At my high school reunion last June in Milwaukee, I learned the school had purchased both books for their collection of alumni writers. And a fellow alumna from Norway, an exchange student back in the day, had bought them online as well.
Do I recommend POD self-publishing to other aspiring authors? Absolutely, and even more so since I’ve met Morgan and so many other successfully self-published writers on line. I firmly believe we’re just beginning to come into our power. I’ve written more on this topic at my own blog, Julie Lomoe’s Musings Mysterioso. Just check the directory, where topics are archived by subject. Hope to see you there. And thanks, Morgan, for inviting me here today!
Julie Lomoe's Musings Mysterioso
http://julielomoe.wordpress.com/
For more about Julie, come on over to http://acmeauthorslink.blogspot.com/ today, but first -
Please welcome Julie by leaving a comment here.
Boots and what they say
It's Fall. So far in Illinois the weather's a bit cooler, but not too bad for around here. As I trudge to work in Downtown Chicago and watch others on a similar mission to get to their jobs, I can't help but notice their feet, or more accurately, what's on them.I'm still wearing gym shoes and will as long as I can. I guess I'm slow on the uptrend, or just not with it. When did boots become so popular that women wear them when they don't really have to yet? In the past 3-4 weeks, I've seen a parade of all sorts of boots, from the leather, or fake leather, to the suede, vinyl, rubber, and synthetics. The leather ones are usually brown or black, with an occasional gray or cordovan. They're with either pointy tall heels or sensible flat heels, low to the ground or with tire tread like soles and heels. The suedes are usually tan or beige, with not much of a sole or heel, and look almost look tall slippers.
Then there are those waterproof boots that seem to have caught on even before the seasonal boot craze. Most of them are outrageous in color and design, and don't always match much of anything, but apparently afford good protection from the dreaded wet sock syndrome.
I don't know about you, but I hate the thought of something confining my legs. I don't wear boots until I have to, like when it's really cold or when there's ice or snow on the ground. Then, I reluctantly throw on my boots, which are a sturdy variety with sensible heels, since I don't care to lose my balance.
And what about the guys, what kind of boots do they wear? I don't see them wearing boots just yet, at least not Downtown. In the neighborhoods, I might see them wearing cowboy boots with jeans. Personally, I found those cowboy boots very sexy. When the weather gets messier, Downtown I'm sure I'll see them wearing the kind that slip on over dress shoes, or maybe even galoshes if it's really messy out.
You just might ask what boots have to do with writing. As in almost everything in everyday life, there's a connection.
A description of what kind of boots a woman wears hints at her personality, such as:
High heels - risk taker.
Sturdy heels - sensible person.
Designer boots - wealthy or someone who overspends to make a good impression. The over-spender could be insecure, or another risk taker.
Suede boots - very popular these days - Someone who likes creature comforts, or just likes following the trend.
And the guys -
Cowboy boots - Alpha kind of guy, sure of himself, or maybe just someone looking for something comfortable with jeans
Galoshes - Practical, not worried about appearances
Slipons - Executive type, fashion conscious.
Now what about you? When do you put your boots on? What kind do you wear? What do your boots say about you?
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I added a few slides of my books to my blogspot. I'm not sure yet if they should stay on or not.Do you have more trouble loading my blogspot with the slides up? Do you like them or are they too distracting?
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