Editor’s Note: Read Jennifer Brown Banks reviewed this book a couple weeks ago. Be sure to read it when you get a chance. When I saw the book title and cover (which fits perfectly for the title), Thoughts of a Fried Chicken Watermelon Woman, I immediately had two thoughts. First, what is a fried…
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What I’m Reading and You Should Too [Guest Post]
Every savvy writer knows that in order to hone our craft, we must immerse ourselves in the world of literature–the good, the bad and the ugly. Further, to offer a great reading experience for those we aspire to reach, we need to intimately acquaint ourselves with language; literary devices; plot; pacing; characterization; and dialogue. This…
Wait, How Do I Write This Email? [Book Review]
Wait, How Do I Write This Email? Game-Changing Templates for Networking and the Job Search is a practical and easy-to-use guide on how to write emails that open the doors of opportunity. Danny Rubin emphasizes the importance of writing skills, which are getting lost with advancements in technology. He provides templates to help you compose…
Book Review: Up in Here
I had the pleasure of reading and reviewing Up In Here: Jailing Kids on Chicago’s Other Side for Windy City Reviews. Can I be honest? When I read the reviews of the authors on the back cover of the book, I almost declined (even though I said yes to reviewing it). Could I write a…
Book Review: Up in Here: Jailing Kids on Chicago’s Other Side
Up in Here: Jailing Kids on Chicago’s Other Side. Mark Dostert. University of Iowa Press, September 1, 2014, Trade Paperback and E-Book, 254 pages. This review was originally published on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 on Windy City Reviews. Reviewed by Marcie Hill. It was a pleasure to review Up in Here: Jailing Kids on Chicago’s…
Book Review by Jennifer Brown Banks
Just when I thought my book marketing efforts were losing a bit of traction, veteran writer and blogger Jennifer Brown Banks from Pen & Prosper wrote a surprising review about my book, 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block, on Coffeehouse for Writers. Check out Jennifer’s review now.
Check Out Mitch Mitchell’s Review of 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block
Mitch Mitchell has a been big huge supporter of my endeavors, and really surprised me when I got a message notifying me of the link to a page about my book, 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block. This kind sir had written a review about my book. And he didn’t just do this because…
Book Review: The Renegade Writer’s Query Letters that Rock
Every now and then you need a reality check to let you know what you’re doing wrong. Well, The Renegade Writer’s Query Letters that Rock: The Freelance Writer’s Guide to Selling More Work Faster was my reality check. Authors Linda Formichelli and Diana Burrell provided a comprehensive overview list of query letters that rocked….
Four High School & College Student Bloggers Needed to Review My Book
Students Bloggers Needed to Review 62 Posts to Overcome Bloggers Block I am in need of 2 high school students and 2 college students that blog to review my book, 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block. If this is your or if you know of any students bloggers that have been blogging consistently for over…
Book Review: But Wait…There’s More!
I was advised to “watch informercials to learn how to market your business,” by my friend who wants me to start making real money. I was more than happy to read a book to expand my knowledge. However, I really wasn’t prepared for the first book I decided to read, “But Wait…There’s More! Tighten Your…