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Word usage: in to vs. into
“In to” vs. “into” – this is one of the troublesome word pairs that I need to write about just so it is solidified in my own mind. I tend to use “into” in every situation, and I know that … Continue reading
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Color choices in marketing
Did you know that over 75% of consumers make a purchase based on the visual appearance and color of a product? When considering repainting a room, we often consult interior decorating magazines or books for ideas. Ever notice that the … Continue reading
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Word usage: awhile vs. a while
Sometimes I wonder if I’m using the correct form of a word. For example, should it be “awhile” or “a while”? Is there a way to tell? First, whenever I consider the possibility of a confusing word, I look at … Continue reading
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Business card design tips
Other than taking up a corner on the counter or receptionist’s desk, what’s the purpose of a business card? The business card is a tangible reminder for people to take with them after initial contact is made with your business. … Continue reading
Potential benefit to self-publishing
Being a good writer doesn’t guarantee you will be a published author. Being a good writer doesn’t even mean that someone at a publishing house will consider your manuscript. Why? If the writing and story are good, shouldn’t a publisher … Continue reading
Pesky Grammar Rules
One of the topics I’ve drifted away from blogging about is grammar. I did a short series on comma usage in Spring 2010, but I know there are so many more topics that could be covered. Even though I always … Continue reading
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Should self-publishing go away?
Some months ago, I read a discussion on LinkedIn about self-publishing. One participant posed a question: Should self-publishing just go away and let “real” publishing take over again? The responses came from a variety of professionals – some published, some … Continue reading
How important are e-books?
It’s been awhile since we’ve chatted about anything directly related to publishing. However, with the year winding down, I’ve been thinking about the question posed in the title – How important are e-books? Most writers venturing into the publishing world … Continue reading