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- December 14th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Vanity Publishing Explained
Author Laura Resnick gives a pretty complete explanation of the differences between self-publishing and vanity publishing in this Novelists, Inc blog post. Of course Laura makes it clear that she does…
- December 11th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
Hope
Christmas is about seeing a light in the distance even in the dark, like the Star of Bethlehem bearing a message of hope. The message in this poem is keep looking, you’ll find hope in the…
- December 9th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Self-Publishing vs Vanity Publishing
Okay. I've read several explanations of the differences between the two. Self-publishing is when the author chooses a printer, cover art and editing on their own. They don't buy a package of services…
- November 29th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
POV
So in case you haven't heard Harlequin International caused a big storm when the company decided to start a vanity publishing arm. At first called Harlequin Horizons, the aim is to offer aspiring writ…
- November 24th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Gratitude Attitude in Tough Times
Author Virgina DeBerry posted An Open Letter To Oprah about the struggles of midlist black authors. While I feel her pain, literally since I'm one of the authors she's talking about, I have to say two…
- November 22nd, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new broadcast: News From The Trenches- Writing and Life
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
More on Writers Conferences
Generally speaking attending writers conferences away from home, even in a city close by, is pricey. Much. Unless you can stay with relatives or friends and sponge off them, er, I mean economize with…
- November 21st, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
Warm Feet, Warm Heart
“Always render more and better service than is expected of you, no matter what your task may be.” Og Mandino Little Hannah Turner was helping her mother serve meals at a homeless shelter…
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Words & Music
I'm right now in a session at the Words & Music conference. Read my article at Blogging In Black about my loss of love for writers conferences in general and why I chose this one. I'm sitting in a…
- November 9th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new broadcast: Come Visit!
- November 8th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Great Cause, Fun Time
On yeah, we enjoyed ourselves! Congratulations to Frances & Friends Book Club on their two year anniversary. They celebrated by having a benefit luncheon for Beautiful Black Girls, Inc. and suppor…
- November 4th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
I Can See Clearly Now
“Let us not be satisfied with just giving money.” Mother Teresa One Sight gives free eye exams and eyeglasses. They teamed up with Fresh Air to spread the love and give to the kids they he…
- October 30th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Great Cause
November 7th come join us for food, conversation and a chance to support a wonderful organization, Beautiful Black Girls, Inc. The mission of BBG, Inc. is to build the self-esteem of girls and teens.…
- October 26th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Great Panel and Lots of Info
The value of networking for writers can't be overstated. Readers even enjoy hearing authors talk about their creative process, too. I had a wonderful time listening to a group of dynamic authors. I'm…
- October 25th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
Women for Women
“For it is in giving that we receive.” Francis of Assisi After watching an episode of Oprah that featured Women for Women International I knew becoming a mentor for a woman was in my i…
- October 16th, 2009
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- October 14th, 2009
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LynnEmery has added
Multibrand to their friends list. - October 13th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
- October 10th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
Caring About Others
“Hope is a waking dream.” Aristole I contribute to CARE to help women who face daunting challenges. You can help give hope for what to us is a small sum, as little as seven dollars.…
- October 7th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
So I\'m Not Crazy
And it's not just me. What a wonderful moment, ya know? Suddenly someone says exactly what I've been thinking for years, since 1995 in fact when I became a published author.Yet part of me kept thinkin…
- October 6th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Blogs That Make You Go, "Hmmm"
Blogging In Black has so many great posts to recommend it that I can't pick just one. I say go there for insightful and thought provoking food for the mind. What is it? A group of authors who write ab…
- September 30th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new broadcast: Read and Enjoy
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: A Darker Shade of Midnight
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Live, Love, Laugh
Enjoy a little love, laughter and spice in this new anthology that includes my short story A Love to Die For, starring bad girl LaShaun Rousselle. If you want a taste of LaShaun and the Louisiana Creo…
- September 27th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new broadcast: Keep Writing
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LynnEmery has posted a new broadcast: The Great Side of Social Networking
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
Social Networking
“Nothing but heaven itself is better than a friend who is really a friend.” Plautus Demorris Davis was about to leave behind his dream of finishing college. A mix-up led him to owe Weste…
- September 25th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Hang Tough, Hang In There
Rejection- that word makes authors wince with pain. Oh yes, I've felt that sting once too often. Of course the much repeated advice is to keep writing and not give up. Let's be real for a minute- gett…
- September 23rd, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
Blogging In Black
Blogging In Black is a group blog with thought-provoking posts. My entry on Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau and research by writers is featured as well. Check it!
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
Fresh Air!
“Come forth into the light of things, and let nature be your teacher.” William Wordsworth Ah the memories of summer will take us through fall and winter, making us smile at odd t…
- September 13th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
- September 10th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
We Remember
A Tribute in Poetry by Patricia Newman Harris Looking back on that faithful day, 9/11/2001, It is still hard to believe what was done It’s like a nightmare without end. Just reading the fact…
- September 8th, 2009
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LynnEmery has joined the group: Bail U.S. Out.....
Bail U.S. Out.....
Hi friends at Blog Catalog... I have to tell you ... the owners of 1MillionFreeAds amaze me! Pat and Gina have well over 50,000 Followers on Twitter .... talk about movers & shakers. Now what they have done is added Twitter, Facebook and YouTube… - September 7th, 2009
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LynnEmery has added
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
Going Green with Styrofoam
“It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.” Henry David Thoreau Meet two young men who looked at styrofoam and imagined a gre…
- August 16th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
Thought For The Day
“Youth is a gift of nature, but age is a work of art.” Stanislaw Lec American culture almost worships youth. Billions of dollars are spent on products to help us look and feel young…
- August 6th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
Host A Child
“Come forth into the light of things, let nature be your teacher.” William Wordsworth Fresh Air is looking for host families to give urban kids a taste of the country and wonderful…
- August 4th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
- August 2nd, 2009
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- July 28th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
Finding Your Happy Place
“Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.” Dalai Lama Here’s an article to make it easier to find your happy place- literally. Read the list of the ha…
- July 18th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new broadcast: Celebrate!
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: As I Was Saying
- July 17th, 2009
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LynnEmery has posted a new entry on: Be Encouraged
A Legacy of Leadership
“We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right.” Nelson Mandela July 18th is Mandela Day. A group of young people are following the great man’…
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LynnEmery has added The Healing Power of Laughter to their favorite blogs.
The Healing Power of Laughter
A former comedian and current psychotherapist exploring issues related to the healing power of laughter, the mind-body connection, alternative therapies, and wellness. -
