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How do you share great stories in your marketing
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...
The Importance of a Curious Mind
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...
Resolving Unfinished Chapters
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 these...
Repurpose Old Blogs and Articles for New Readers
Updates and revised editions can make a huge difference to the life of a blog, series of articles, and books. If you've spent a gazillion hours, dollars, and energy in creating something then why not review the old and refresh it occassionally to save yourself some of...
How long does it take to write a book
I'm often asked e question; how long does it take to write a book? As a part time author, I'm not allowed the luxury of writing every day, and I have a busy life away from my keyboard so it's a fair question. For most authors, writing a book can take years or just a...
It Won’t Happen Overnight, but it will happen!
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 through a...
Can You Write a Book in Only 48 Hours?
I've recently been hearing about publishing coaches who offer to help people write a book in only 48 hours. Intrigued I looked into this further and am surprised to find this really is a trend. However, having written, published, co-authored, and developed dozens of...
The Value of a Good Author Amazon Ranking
The Value of a Good Amazon Ranking Did you know that every time you read a good book, and DON'T put a review on the author's page on Amazon, an author fairy dies? Ok, so maybe that's a little Peter Pan-ish, but you get the picture right? This is about encouraging...
An Extraordinary Social Experiment About Sex and Sexuality
A few months ago, I announced that I was releasing a new book…The book – simply titled, “That Sex Book” quickly took on a life of its own, and the main purpose for it (Igniting Conversations) was quickly and happily realised – conversations flowed; Like a...
The London Book Fair Means…
Exciting news for me, which means EXTRA options for you. I was talking with my publishers at Panoma Press the other day, and was told my book will feature at the London Book Fair for the entire three busy days - this means that although they have hundreds of books to...
Launching to Coincide with a Global Event
One of the things I loved about working with Panoma Press was that they thought about publishing with a marketing mindset. They could see the value in having my book launch to coincide with International Women's Day on 8th March. The link? Margaret - the character...
The Indie Experts Podcast
How do you share great stories in your marketing
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...
The Importance of a Curious Mind
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...
Repurpose Old Blogs and Articles for New Readers
Updates and revised editions can make a huge difference to the life of a blog, series of articles, and books. If you've spent a gazillion hours, dollars, and energy in creating something then why not review the old and refresh it occassionally to save yourself some of...
Inspiring Change In Your World
While reviewing a lot of Facebook posts lately, I have been interested in noting that the world is definitely changing. From one where people are fairly relaxed about important things in life, to where opinions are rife, videos common to portray things that are either...
Blogs on Taboo Conversations
Want more – get more… but first decide what it looks like
You start out with a wizard or angels, or God - whoever you may subscribe to personally - assuring you that whatever you want in life you can have. you just have to pray for it, or cast a spell, or practice daily gratitude. That's a deliciously simple formula. ...
Connection, Vulnerability, and the Courage to Love Wholeheartedly
I was watching a Ted Talk today about Connectedness. Dr Brene Brown was talking about Vulnerability (brilliant - and the link to this at the bottom because it's worth sharing!) and she said that we're all here to connect. That's the primary point of...
When they won’t talk back!
Communication is never easy, especially when it's necessary. And if the person (or people) you are trying hardest to communicate with simply won't respond, it's even harder still. When they won't talk back, it's a no win situation, and can often leave you with just...
The Importance of Physical Nurturing and Intimacy
Talking with my hairdresser the other day, and we go onto the subject of healthy lifestyles after 45. She’s recently given up coffee, chocolate, and wine! Yes seriously! I know some people who would sooner give up lipstick than quit all...
Time to speak up for Women!
The most audacious of taboo conversations - time to tackle what's a really big deal evolving through our political and social arena before it's too late. Ok, I know, I've been quiet for a while. Most unlike me, I know. But the thing is, when I look back on the last 12...