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Archive for July, 2008

Writing Tip from Duke University

Friday, July 18th, 2008


Maralyn and I love this writing tip from the May Body and Soul publication. wholeliving.com (Yes, another one of Martha’s successes).

We wish we had found it in time to include in our new book, $uccess, to be published in August 2008. Even though this journaling article pertains to weight loss,it is applicable to journaling in general.

Maralyn is intimately familiar with the success of Duke University’s Integrative Medicine Program. Shasha Long, a psychotherapist at Duke, reports that writing can help with both intention and monitoring of weight loss.

Celina Ottaway writes about Sasha’s advice for conscious eating and effective, lasting weight loss. “Ditch the scale and grab a pencil and paper instead.” Celina explains what many of us know for sure about the positive power of journaling. Whether you keep a food log, or record your commitment to healthy eating, putting pen to paper can be a valuable tool in the difficult journey to weight loss…and keeping your commitment.

Keeping a commitment to your writing is the same.

Brenda C. Hill
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My Book’s Published – Now What???

Friday, July 11th, 2008


At the time we received Norm’s proof for “Winner and Final Chairman” (now published by InfinityPublishing.com), we also received, “My Book’s Published – Now What???” by John Harnish with Jane Martin.

New Infinity authors will get a complimentary copy automatically with their proof copy of their book. If you are with another publishing company, I’d highly recommend ordering it from Buy Books on the Web (Infinity’s online bookstore).

The target market is every newly published author. They clearly explain the facts of life for authors. I’ve read it cover to cover and they cover it all. You’ll learn effective book marketing and promotion ideas. In John’s words, “It’s a guide to giving authors command of up-to-the-minute publishing trends, and knowing how to sell more books.

Even though our new book, “$uccess, Your Path to a Successful Book” (to be released in August) targets the same market, as well as those who want to get started writing or publishing their book/s, the two books have different insights and approaches. Naturally, I’d recommend you read both.

One thing Brenda and I have learned along this writing path, is the importance of continual reading in our market as well as others.

Once you’ve read John’s book, please let me know how you like it. I’ll look forward to your comments.

Maralyn D. Hill
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