SPAWNews Newsletter – February 2012
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12 Ideas for Promoting Your Book During the Holidays
By Patricia L. Fry Whether your book is brand new or it’s been around for a while, this is an excellent time of year to promote it. In fact, I…
How to Find Work That Satisfies Your Passion
by Patricia Fry Lydia wrote, “My dream is to quit my job and become a full-time writer. Can you tell me how to get started?” Jon asked, “What does it…
Where, Oh Where, Are All the Good Article Ideas?
By Patricia Fry Having contributed hundreds of articles to numerous magazines, I’m often asked, “Where do you get your article ideas?” I say, “Look everywhere.” Here’s a guide to get…
Ethics and Legal Concerns – Both Matter
“Ignorance of the law excuses no man.” -John Selden [1584-1654] Plagiarism, copyright infringement, and defamation of character, which includes libel and slander, have no place in a book¾or anywhere else…
The Anatomy of an Article
by Patricia Fry Many eager writers develop their first few articles based mainly on what they want to say. They have a story to tell, a point to make or…
How to Write a Promotional Article
By Patricia Fry Are you seeking publicity for your book, your business or a favorite cause? Advertise your project or company for free through magazine articles. Yes, FREE. In fact,…
HOW TO WORK A BOOK FESTIVAL SO IT WORKS FOR YOU
by Patricia L. Fry If you have a book to promote, sooner or later you’ll probably participate in a book festival. There are hundreds of book and author festivals held…
Publishing Your Own Book – A Timeline
By Patricia L. Fry Self-publishing can be a daunting undertaking. It’s easy to be overwhelmed in the process of setting up a business, writing a book, producing the book and…
Writing the Feature Article
By Wendy Dager While straight news is as essential as your morning coffee, the feature article is there to shed light on a serious issue that needs attention. A feature…