How critical is a great book title? Big time important.
You could even sell your book on your title alone.
Cindy and Alan Garner self-published a book called, "Every Thing Men Know about Women."
How do I know for sure that the title alone sold the book?
The book had nothing in it except 120 completely empty blank pages.
Yet, the book sold well over 2,000,000 copies and still sells today!
WRITING MENTOR: I'm an author editor speaker consultant coach about Writing, Publishing, e-Publishing, Blogging, and Speaking. cherylmoeller@comcast.net
Monday, July 30, 2012
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Dare to be a Daniel in your Writing and Publishing
Dare To Be A Daniel
Standing by a purpose true,
Heeding God's command,
Honor them, the faithful few!
All hail to Daniel's band!
Refrain
Dare to be a Daniel,
Dare to stand alone!
Dare to have a purpose firm!
Dare to make it known.
Many mighty men are lost
Daring not to stand,
Who for God had been a host
By joining Daniel's band.
Refrain
Many giants, great and tall,
Stalking through the land,
Headlong to the earth would fall,
If met by Daniel's band.
Refrain
Hold the Gospel banner high!
On to vict'ry grand!
Satan and his hosts defy,
And shout for Daniel's band.
Refrain
Standing by a purpose true,
Heeding God's command,
Honor them, the faithful few!
All hail to Daniel's band!
Refrain
Dare to be a Daniel,
Dare to stand alone!
Dare to have a purpose firm!
Dare to make it known.
Many mighty men are lost
Daring not to stand,
Who for God had been a host
By joining Daniel's band.
Refrain
Many giants, great and tall,
Stalking through the land,
Headlong to the earth would fall,
If met by Daniel's band.
Refrain
Hold the Gospel banner high!
On to vict'ry grand!
Satan and his hosts defy,
And shout for Daniel's band.
Refrain
Christian Music Lyrics by: Gospel Music
Friday, July 27, 2012
Free until Saturday, July 28, 2012, midnight! FREE on Kindle.
FREE FREE FREE on Kindle - our gift book Keep Courting:
100 Ways to Keep Courting After Marriage, which is 50 ways for men and
50 ways for wives to keep courting. It's FREE on Kindle today through
Saturday, July 28. For FREE Click here
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
How to Pitch Anything in 15 Seconds [video]
If you can’t tell me what you do in 15 seconds, I’m not buying, I’m not investing, and I’m not interested. Click here for video
Wow! 15 seconds is not long, but...
The Only Thing You Need To Remember About The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, guest essay
Stephen Covey died last week. He pioneered the business self-help genre
with the 1989 publication of his mega-hit book “The Seven Habits of
Highly Effective People.” Click here for the rest of this read
I love how this guest essay author, took a popular book/theme, and synthesized the info into something new.
This is a great lesson to writers reading this post.
I love how this guest essay author, took a popular book/theme, and synthesized the info into something new.
This is a great lesson to writers reading this post.
FREE Kindle Book until Saturday, July 28
FREE FREE FREE on Kindle - our gift book Keep Courting:
100 Ways to Keep Courting After Marriage, which is 50 ways for men and
50 ways for wives to keep courting. It's FREE on Kindle today through
Saturday, July 28. For FREE Click here
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Short-short fiction contest offers great opportunity for romance writers
Do you write Christian romance? If so, you'll want to check out this contest, offered by Thomas Nelson Publishers and FamilyFiction.com.
What is considered a short-short? In this case, a story of 1,000 words or less. Your submission must fall into the romance genre, and be suitable for the Christian market. Click here
What is considered a short-short? In this case, a story of 1,000 words or less. Your submission must fall into the romance genre, and be suitable for the Christian market. Click here
Writer-Talk Tuesday: Creating a Writing Calendar by Kay Dacus, guest essay
We writers talk a lot about word count and goals and writing every day. But have you ever actually sat down and written down daily goals?
Let me back up a minute. Even on a contracted deadline, having an overall goal—and writing it down—is a good idea. Click for rest of article
Monday, July 23, 2012
Guest Essay - 10 Tools for Writers by Suzanne Anderson
#1 Something to Write With
For years, I used laptops of various sizes. As I aged, I realized that
my eyes needed an extra-large screen. And so I switched from laptops to
an Apple desktop with a 26 inch screen...I agonized over this purchase
for a long time because it was an expensive investment. But, after I
crashed three PC's in one year before I switched to this computer two
years ago...it was well worth it.
Big Special - Read Details Closely
SPECIAL
Through us only at forkeepsministries@gmail.com until Labor Day, Monday, September 3. Buy any two copies of Cheryl's cookbook (Creative Slow-Cooker Meals by Cheryl) on Amazon, Kindle, Barnes and Noble, Nook, any Christian book store, etc. Scan the 2 receipts dated between Monday, July 23, 2012 and Monday, September 3, 2012 and send to forkeepsministries@gmail.com and we will send you before January 31, 2013 a free signed copy of our new devotional book, One-Minute Devotions for Couples by Bob and Cheryl with free shipping (Harvest House Publishers January 2013). Let us know if you want the Kindle version, Nook version, or book version. Thanks from For Better For Worse For Keeps Ministries.For more details on the cookbook - Creative Slow-Cooker Meals: Use 2 Slow Cookers to Make Easy and Tasty Meals by Cheryl
For more details on One Minute Devotions for Couples
Bringing you creative ways to market.
New Kindle Book Soon to Release by Cheryl Moeller
Dear friends and followers,
I am putting out a new Kindle book in August about marketing
your book online or most anywhere for free or nearly free.
Bestsellers: 100 Free Ways to Market your Book Online by Cheryl Moeller
I have a book marketing conference and soon realized that it would make a perfect
Kindle book.
I am putting out a new Kindle book in August about marketing
your book online or most anywhere for free or nearly free.
Bestsellers: 100 Free Ways to Market your Book Online by Cheryl Moeller
I have a book marketing conference and soon realized that it would make a perfect
Kindle book.
Free through Tuesday, July 24, on Kindle - Homeschool Your Preschooler
Top 100 on Free Kindle
Today through Tuesday, July 24 on FREE Kindle
Homeschool Your Preschooler on $1 a Day
FREE FREE FREE
Today through Tuesday, July 24 on FREE Kindle
Homeschool Your Preschooler on $1 a Day
FREE FREE FREE
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Free Today on Kindle - Homeschool Your Preschooler on $1 a Day by Cheryl Moeller
Our older four children have Master's Degrees and this and this alone was their preschool curriculum.
FREE FREE on Kindle through Tuesday.
FREE FREE on Kindle through Tuesday.
Homeschool Your Preschooler on $1 a Day by Cheryl Moeller
Are you planning on homeschooling your preschooler but can't afford all the curriculum you picked out?
Or, perhaps you already are homeschooling your preschooler, but still need additional ideas and supplemental materials? Who doesn’t need help these days with the rising costs that impact a family’s budget? Help is on the way – in fact this book may be the answer. I have used this both some years as a curriculum and some years as a supplement to curriculum.
Are you planning on homeschooling your preschooler but can't afford all the curriculum you picked out?
Or, perhaps you already are homeschooling your preschooler, but still need additional ideas and supplemental materials? Who doesn’t need help these days with the rising costs that impact a family’s budget? Help is on the way – in fact this book may be the answer. I have used this both some years as a curriculum and some years as a supplement to curriculum.
It's also great for grandparents, nannies, church school teachers, babysitters, and preschool teachers. Click here
Friday, July 20, 2012
Last Day - Free Kindle Book - Tell Your Friends
I am higher than Cat in the Hat on Free Kindle. This is the last day for this book to be FREE on Kindle so grab it while you can. If you don't have a Kindle, then get a free Kindle app. Click here
Then, I would be most thankful if you also left a review upcon reading my Free Kindle book.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Another Free Kindle Book this Week - Homeschool Your Preschooler on $1 a Day - starts on Friday
Free on Kindle Friday, July 20, through Monday, July 24
Homeschool Your Preschooler on $1 a Day by Cheryl Moeller
This book is for anyone who knows a preschooler, over 100 free or nearly free things to do
with a preschooler!
Homeschool Your Preschooler on $1 a Day by Cheryl Moeller
This book is for anyone who knows a preschooler, over 100 free or nearly free things to do
with a preschooler!
Free on Kindle
Top 100 Free Kindle Books this week includes:
Help! Mom's Stuck on Spin Cycle by Cheryl Moeller
My book is free until Friday, July 20 on Kindle. If you don't have a Kindle, you can get a free app for your iphone or pc here
Help! Mom's Stuck on Spin Cycle by Cheryl Moeller
My book is free until Friday, July 20 on Kindle. If you don't have a Kindle, you can get a free app for your iphone or pc here
Help, Mom's Stuck on Spin Cycle: 31 Days to Laugh Your Way through Motherhood [Kindle Edition]
Cheryl's words always bring a smile. Her perspective on family life
helps me take myself less seriously and reminds me to look for the
lighter side of life. Thanks, Cheryl.
- Kay Swatkowski
I loved every moment of this too short gem. Finally, someone beside
Erma Bombeck with a sense of humor about motherhood! Loved it and can't
wait to read more by the author! - Vannah
FREE on Kindle
Top 100 Free Kindle Books this week includes:
Help! Mom's Stuck on Spin Cycle by Cheryl Moeller
My book is free until Friday, July 20 on Kindle. If you don't have a Kindle, you can get a free app for your iphone or pc here
Help! Mom's Stuck on Spin Cycle by Cheryl Moeller
My book is free until Friday, July 20 on Kindle. If you don't have a Kindle, you can get a free app for your iphone or pc here
Help, Mom's Stuck on Spin Cycle: 31 Days to Laugh Your Way through Motherhood [Kindle Edition]
Cheryl's words always bring a smile. Her perspective on family life
helps me take myself less seriously and reminds me to look for the
lighter side of life. Thanks, Cheryl.
- Kay Swatkowski
I loved every moment of this too short gem. Finally, someone beside
Erma Bombeck with a sense of humor about motherhood! Loved it and can't
wait to read more by the author! - Vannah
Monday, July 16, 2012
FREE on Kindle this week - Kindle has features for authors to spark sales through free days
FREE on Kindle, this Monday (today) through Friday, July 16-20, 2012
Do you feel like you have more piles than miles?
Then you need Help! Mom's Stuck on Spin Cycle
(If you don't have a Kindle reader, you can get a free Kindle app on your iphone or pc)
Click here
Get the book of mom comedy that show you show to reset your spin dial!
Saturday, July 14, 2012
July Writing and Publishing Conference with Cheryl
Start Your Summer Out Write...
Why take a book in your beach bag, when you can write a book?
Cheryl was a literary agent for ten years, now turned author and conference speaker. She is the author or co-author of 12 books.
Figure out and polish your idea Monday through Wednesday, July 16-18 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Panera Restaurant on Rand Road in Arlington Heights, IL 60004 5 W Rand Road (In the same plaza as Barnes and Nobles and Trader Joes.) Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Why is information about Writing, Publishing, ereader Publishing, Blogging, and Speaking treated as secrets that not everyone can know? Cheryl Moeller's conferences educate, motivate, and inspire. Dinner: buy your own at Panera. Beginners to Advanced writers.
References from recent attendees:
"The writing conference was awesome! SO much better than reading a "how to" book. Cheryl provided such great information and insight, in a fun and personal way. Can't wait for Part II!" - Sheri Davis All Natural Mom of 4
"Cheryl Moeller's Writing Conference motivated me to do what I had wanted to do for so long - get my book in print. Her understanding of publishing and marketing was a great resource for me and now I have a book that I can share with my children, grandchildren and the world." - Kay Swatkowski, national speaking and writing ministry is now at American Grandma and author of One Endless Line of Faith: 30 Days of Prayer for our Grandchildren
"I thoroughly enjoyed my time at both your writing and marketing conferences. I found myself listening with rapt attention to all that was said. There is no such thing as boredom at this conference. The candidness with which Cheryl speaks is refreshing, and the help she extends to all is over the top. Cheryl is all about community. Her ideas seem endless. Thanks for opening up my world to the possibilities that exist within the writing realm." - Arlene Hughes
Cheryl was a literary agent for ten years, now turned author and conference speaker. She is the author or co-author of 12 books.
Figure out and polish your idea Monday through Wednesday, July 16-18 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Panera Restaurant on Rand Road in Arlington Heights, IL 60004 5 W Rand Road (In the same plaza as Barnes and Nobles and Trader Joes.) Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Why is information about Writing, Publishing, ereader Publishing, Blogging, and Speaking treated as secrets that not everyone can know? Cheryl Moeller's conferences educate, motivate, and inspire. Dinner: buy your own at Panera. Beginners to Advanced writers.
References from recent attendees:
"The writing conference was awesome! SO much better than reading a "how to" book. Cheryl provided such great information and insight, in a fun and personal way. Can't wait for Part II!" - Sheri Davis All Natural Mom of 4
"Cheryl Moeller's Writing Conference motivated me to do what I had wanted to do for so long - get my book in print. Her understanding of publishing and marketing was a great resource for me and now I have a book that I can share with my children, grandchildren and the world." - Kay Swatkowski, national speaking and writing ministry is now at American Grandma and author of One Endless Line of Faith: 30 Days of Prayer for our Grandchildren
"I thoroughly enjoyed my time at both your writing and marketing conferences. I found myself listening with rapt attention to all that was said. There is no such thing as boredom at this conference. The candidness with which Cheryl speaks is refreshing, and the help she extends to all is over the top. Cheryl is all about community. Her ideas seem endless. Thanks for opening up my world to the possibilities that exist within the writing realm." - Arlene Hughes
Saturday, July 7, 2012
Pin It
Have your tried Pintrest as a way to market your blogs, books, speaking, or product?
Lots of ways to post.
It's a free way to show others what you make, do, write, or paint. Get started
I love it myself and here's my latest pin. It helps people to get to know your interests and hobbies and to learn from others. Join me at Momlaughs on Pinterest!
No Sew Tshirt Summer Projects
Lots of ways to post.
It's a free way to show others what you make, do, write, or paint. Get started
I love it myself and here's my latest pin. It helps people to get to know your interests and hobbies and to learn from others. Join me at Momlaughs on Pinterest!
No Sew Tshirt Summer Projects
1. Neckline: Cut about one inch down
around the whole neckline for a new more girly neckline. 2. Sides:
Tshirt was a men's large: made it into a women's small. Cut back some
of the tshirt on both sides all the way down, saving 2 inches more on
each side than you think you need for the ties. Cut small 1 inch wide
slits along the sides of the t-shirt, or down the spine area. Tie them
tight into knots. (Same procedure as for a tie quilt.) 3. Love your
new recycled tshirt fit for a girl.
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Free Giveaway Today - Creative Slow-Cooker Meals, my lastet cookbook
Free Giveaway of one copy of my cookbook, Creative Slow-Cooker Meals: Use Two Slow-Cookers to Make Easy & Tasty Meals. Click here for details of how to enter to win.
Cheryl says, “Using two slow cookers to make dinner
gave me back my life and it can do the same for you. This plan is just
perfect for a frazzled mom with no time in her day. It also works for my
single friends that just want to cook once a week. In my book I not
only give you perfect recipes, but I also plan your entire dinner menu.
I’m a wife, mom, sister, daughter, granddaughter, cousin, niece, aunt,
and friend just like you. I can’t make more time in my day; it just
doesn’t exist. But, I can use Creative Slow-Cooker Meals to solve my
dinner dilemma early in the day.”
Try out one of Cheryl’s scrumptious crockpot recipes this week: Italian Chicken Sandwich and Salmon on Gingered Carrots.
Here’s how to enter:
1. Leave a comment here. Do you have a favorite crockpot recipe or tip?
2. “Like” Cheryl’s facebook page here. Come back and comment to let us know you did.
3. Share this post on Twitter. Comment here to let us know you did.
Try out one of Cheryl’s scrumptious crockpot recipes this week: Italian Chicken Sandwich and Salmon on Gingered Carrots.
Here’s how to enter:
1. Leave a comment here. Do you have a favorite crockpot recipe or tip?
2. “Like” Cheryl’s facebook page here. Come back and comment to let us know you did.
3. Share this post on Twitter. Comment here to let us know you did.
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Happy Fourth of July
We celebrate we can celebrate
We celebrate orange sunshine in abundance and the grill on.
I love the parade
We celebrate we remember our parents and grandparents celebrating.
We celebrate we still have a volunteer band in our village loud but not off key.
We celebrate volunteer musicians have time to enjoy a hobby a sign of a free society.
We celebrate sights sounds senses
We celebrate soldiers in uniform standing tall
We celebrate quilts made with red white blue
We celebrate children and grandchildren gazing up at the fireworks
We celebrate God and liberty.
I love the U.S.A.
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
7 Strategies for Increasing Your Blog Comments
by Michael Hyatt
There’s
nothing worse than writing something you think is important, posting it
on your blog, and then waiting for comments … and waiting … and
waiting. Conversely, there are few things more rewarding than having
people comment on your post and engaging directly with your readers.
More than any single factor, I think it is the one thing that has kept
me blogging for all these years. How to get more comments on your blog
Monday, July 2, 2012
One of the Sites I am Published on has a big Olympics Special
This is fun whether your kids are being homeschooled, public school, or Christian school.
It's a fun, free summer thing to do and kids love a treasure hunt.
I have several books published on this site! Another way to publish that works for me!
Leading up the opening ceremonies for the 2012 Summer Olympics, we will be hiding 12 Olympic torches all around the site. Each of these torches contains a new freebie. We will also be having a 10% off sale on tons of awesome Olympics curriculum.
It's a fun, free summer thing to do and kids love a treasure hunt.
I have several books published on this site! Another way to publish that works for me!
Leading up the opening ceremonies for the 2012 Summer Olympics, we will be hiding 12 Olympic torches all around the site. Each of these torches contains a new freebie. We will also be having a 10% off sale on tons of awesome Olympics curriculum.
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