Financial stewardship is a scary beast for most. Many trust others to care for their investments, while others don’t even bother keeping tabs on how much they have or where it goes. There’s a large spectrum between the don’t care and the passive investor. And in between lies a lot of uncertainty. Thankfully, there are […]
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Author Q&A With Alicia M. Rodriguez
When Alicia Rodriguez traveled to Ecuador to help a friend studying with a shaman, she had no idea how profoundly the decision would change her life. In The Shaman’s Wife: A Mystical Journey of Surrender and Self-Discovery, Alicia describes her journey from divorce and loss to spiritual awakening and her extraordinary relationship that stretched across […]
Writer’s Corner: Why You May Need a Literary Lawyer
When you have experts in your corner, your confidence soars. Your decisions are rehearsed and vetted, and preliminary questions are answered. It puts your mind at ease when you’re aware and informed. In essence, you’ve done your due diligence and now you’re ready to act. So, start building your expert network today and be certain […]
Celebrating Women Authors
Most people recognize the outstanding achievements of women during the month of March. But August also boasts its share of special days for women. August 9th is National Women’s Day; August 13th is Women’s and Family Day; and August 26th is Women’s Equality Day. Yes, while it’s worth celebrating and honoring women all year long, […]
Behind the Publishing Curtain: What You Don’t Know About Their Crazy-Busy Workday.
When you (or your literary agent) have submitted your book to a publisher, you embark on a roller coaster of emotions. Euphoria, confidence, anticipation. Sound familiar? But what happens when the next day comes, and you don’t get a phone call? Then several weeks and then months pass and suddenly your emotions shift from excitement […]
Writer’s Corner: Making the Home Office Work
Thanks to the growing trends of telecommuting and entrepreneurship, more people are working from home. This is especially true if you’re a writer or author. Whether your gig is part-time or full-time, you need a space to clear your head and have instant access to your tools, technology, and tomes supporting the transformation of inspiration […]
How To Thoughtfully Manage Social Media Without Letting It Take Over Your Life
Your author’s journey, your personal and professional reputation, can easily be overshadowed by social media. Yes, it’s a necessary part of building your author’s story and brand, but if you let it take time from your career and your life (or it becomes a negative emotional environment), social media can quickly derail your life. Thoughtfully […]
6 Creative Gifts for the Kid in You
No one outgrows their love of fun—at least, I sure hope not. So, why not embrace it? Time for creative expression vastly improves one’s health. You don’t need to spend your time producing a work of art, rather, a leisurely fifteen minutes or so with Crayola and a coloring page is enough to provide a […]
Writer’s Corner: The “Manuscript” Clause
When signing a book deal, one of the points of contract will be “The Manuscript.” This section outlines the expectations of the author for creating the book that will eventually make its way to the hands of readers. This clause is the center point of any contract, but the obvious inclusion is often cause for ignoring […]
Author Q&A with Ellis Shuman
Ellis Shuman is an American-born Israeli author, travel writer, and book reviewer. His writing has appeared in The Jerusalem Post, The Times of Israel, and The Huffington Post. His short fiction has been nominated for the Pushcart Prize, and has appeared in Isele Magazine, Vagabond, The Write Launch, Esoterica, Jewish Literary Journal, San Antonio Review, […]