THE SCIENCE TO WRITING A BEST-SELLING NOVEL

20 01 2014

From Dan Poynter’s eNewsletter: (Stony Brook University)
THE SCIENCE TO WRITING A BEST-SELLING NOVEL
Scientists have developed an algorithm which can analyse a book and predict with 84
per cent accuracy whether or not it will be a commercial success.
A technique called statistical stylometry, which mathematically examines the use of
words and grammar, was found to be “surprisingly effective” in determining how popular
a book would be.
The group of computer scientists from Stony Brook University in New York said that a
range of factors determine whether or not a book will enjoy success, including
“interestingness”, novelty, style of writing, and how engaging the storyline is, but admit
that external factors such as luck can also play a role.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/news/10560533/Scientists-find-secret-towriting-
a-best-selling-novel.html
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MOST ADULTS CONTINUE TO READ PRINT BOOKS EVEN AND eREADERS GROW

16 01 2014

http://pewinternet.org/Reports/2014/E-Reading-Update/Overview.aspx





PUBWEST DESIGN AWARDS 2014

16 01 2014

Winning an award is a great way to increase your book sales!
http://pubwest.org/design-awards/





HAUNTED HOUSES OF HOLLYWOODLAND

10 01 2014

Do You Believe in Ghosts???
Dare to join a Real Psychic-Medium you may have seen on National or International Television or heard on Radio on his Famous Haunted House Walking Tours…
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Michael is the published author of more than 50 books to date & one of the most televised and interviewed Psychic-Mediums in the U.S.A., today. Visit his Funtastic Website WWW.ICGHOSTS.COMGetInline





Protect Yourself From Violence

2 01 2014

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“Protect Yourself From Violence- Tactics, Tools and Preparations” is an indispensable guide to your personal survival in an increasingly violent world. The information provided in “Protect Yourself From Violence” will go a long way to keeping you and your family from becoming victims of violence.
You will learn in “Protect Yourself From Violence” effective tactics of how to interact with the world around you so danger is minimized. You will also learn what tools can effectively protect you that make sense and are legal. Lastly, you will learn what preparations that you can do which will make you safer.
In addition, you will learn in “Protect Yourself From Violence” the key concepts and benefits of being safe such as: the color code system of awareness, the power of having force multipliers, the value of deterrents and the importance of having effective weapons and other self-defense tools.
You and your family can be safer by following the advice presented in “Protect Yourself From Violence”. This advice was hard earned by the author. You don’t have to be a victim in the future. Take charge of your safety. Assess how safe you currently are (an assessment is included in this book). Then take the information in “Protect Yourself From Violence- Tactics, Tools and Preparations” to greatly reduce the chance of something bad happening to you. You Don’t Have To Be A Victim of Criminal Violence!
Now available http://www.protectyourselffromviolence.com, Amazon and Barnes & Noble





Boob (f) or Life

2 01 2014

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When Gina was first diagnosed with breast cancer, she experienced myriad emotions which she relates in her book, Boobs for Life. Through fear, anger, and anxiety which eventually gave way to understanding and acceptance, Gina tells us all how she endured surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation in an effort to become and stay cancer-free.
Boobs for life is more than a story about cancer though. It is a story which will inspire others to face their demons head-on. Whether you are currently fighting cancer, are a cancer-survivor, or just love someone who is, Boobs for Life will take you on a journey from the hell that is breast cancer diagnosis through all the phases of treatment. With Boobs for Life you will come to know Gina as a champion and not a victim. She was a woman with a family, a career, and a life that was derailed by the unexpected. Gina did not give up, and in her stories you will find that faith and love can help you conquer anything! Available on Amazon, visit: Read the rest of this entry »





eBooks vs. Print: Actually a nonissue!!!

27 12 2013

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kevin-okelly/post_6535_b_4504959.html





Erotica Social Media Site Launches

9 12 2013

New Social Media Site Aimed Specifically at New Adult Explicit Romance





A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FUNERAL FOR THE DEATH OF PRINT

18 11 2013

http://deadtreeedition.blogspot.com/2013/11/a-funny-thing-happened-on-way-to.html





KOBO RESPONDS TO eBOOK PORN SCANDAL

15 10 2013

http://www.the-digital-reader.com/2013/10/14/kobo-responds-complaints-deletion-self-pub-titles-incomplete-misleading-statement/#.Ul2zE1P92Sr