by Dixie Carlton | Aug 7, 2022 | Writing Inspiration
Common Questions by Authors I was talking with an old friend this week, who is one of the most knowledgeable retail marketing specialists I know. He’s written a number of books over the years, but his self publishing skills are by comparison, almost non-existent. ...
by Dixie Carlton | Jun 22, 2022 | Business Communication
Stories make the facts sticky. That’s a fact. We have used stories through the ages since time began, to ensure histories were known, to warn children of dangers, and to inspire others to stretch and take courage when needed. But how do you share great stories to...
by Dixie Carlton | Jun 12, 2022 | Business Communication, Writing Inspiration
The Importance of a Curious Mind Some of us are naturally curious – and for an author, that’s really important. To want to dive deep into a topic, even one you don’t necessarily write about yourself, will help you to develop your own way of articulating your...
by Dixie Carlton | Jun 7, 2022 | Book Marketing
I remember an advertising campaign a few years back featuring Rachel Hunter for Pantene. The catchphrase was -with a cool shake of her golden locks -‘It won’t happen overnight, but it WILL happen. That line became a cliche way faster than it took to work...
by Dixie Carlton | May 26, 2022 | Writing Inspiration
Our life is made up of so many stories. We all have stories to share – and some of brilliant, mystical, dramatic, sad, happy, and weird. There are the coincidences, the synchronicity, the unusual moments in time, the pregnant pauses in our journeys and all of...