Blogger: Mary Keeley
I was hooked by the title of Husna Haq’s recent article, “Indy Bookstores Are on the Rise: What’s Behind Their Comeback?” in The Christian Science Monitor. A reporter for the online magazine since 2009, she has …
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Blogger: Mary Keeley
I was hooked by the title of Husna Haq’s recent article, “Indy Bookstores Are on the Rise: What’s Behind Their Comeback?” in The Christian Science Monitor. A reporter for the online magazine since 2009, she has …
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Blogger: Rachel Kent
I am traveling today, so I will not be able to participate, but I hope you will all interact and chat with each other.
On Wednesday, I took my nephew and daughter to a local bookstore and …
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Blogger: Rachel Kent
In honor of Father’s Day, I’d like to write about the dads in my life. 🙂
I am blessed to have a wonderful father who enjoys reading. My brothers and I got him a Kindle for his …
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Blogger: Rachel Kent
In the midst of my intense preparation for the International Christian Retail Show (not that other ICRS), I can’t help but dream about relaxing in the sun. Do you have a vacation planned for this summer? I …
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Blogger: Janet Kobobel Grant
I love finding out what stimulates writers to write. And what urges them on to write a particular piece.
This past week, I read an article about a poet, Jane Hirshfield, who believes poems can transform …
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Blogger: Rachel Kent
I have been reading Lois Lowry’s The Giver series. I read The Giver when I was in junior high and really enjoyed it and only recently saw that it is part of a series. The Giver was …
// by Mary Keeley// 96 Comments
Blogger: Mary Keeley
The challenging events in the publishing industry oblige authors and publishers to think differently about how they can reach new readers. Two studies offer insights that may stimulate ideas for books and marketing for those willing to …
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Blogger: Mary Keeley
Someone mentioned in a recent blog comment that they appreciate the variety of topics we blog about here. That’s our goal. We strive to offer a well-rounded blend of insights on new topics or a fresh slant …
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Blogger: Mary Keeley
Authors, published and unpublished, must take charge of all areas of their career, and at the top of the list is growing, and then maintaining, a loyal audience. The earlier you begin the better because a substantial …
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Blogger: Janet Kobobel Grant
I don’t know about you, but I’ve lost track of how many Best Books of 2014 lists were published in December. Now, here’s your chance to tell us what your favorite book was in 2014. It …