Graphic Designer, Author, Business Consultant and Coach Karrie Ross Gives Away Insane Down to Earth Advice and Tips for Self Publishing, Book Design, Branding and Promotional that is Worth Stealing! You will also find some Life Coaching and Parenting Tips.
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My phone rang one day and Nigel was on the other end… from New Zealand! What a joy he was to work with, very upbeat but on a mission… his cover needed to be done NOW! The printer was waiting.
“Nigel Woodley has been the pastor of the Flaxmere Christian Fellowship in Hastings, New Zealand since 1982. ……. It took him years to build up the courage to write such a significant book about the Holocaust, ever wanting to be sensitive to those who suffered during those terrible years. But now the time has arrived. The result is a book he feels will educate the Christian, speak to the Jew, and enlighten all people of every culture regarding the darkest period in the history of the human race.” (taken from his website http://www.holocaustexposed.co.nz/) “God is in the book!” is Nigel’s declaration.
Remember, do something everyday toward your book and promotion.
Karrie Ross Book Designer, Branding and Self-Publishing Consutling
We are motivated by our senses. With book design sight is most pronounced. We have the cover image and title… our eyes read before and at the same time our mind clicks in to comprehend the connection. The 3D book image brings your book alive and into a space of reality. There are several different styles for the 3D cover.
The spiral binding image: usually used for a F**R-E=E ebook or just an booklet that you are offering. The spiral represents visually that the customer may need to bind the book themselves. This also says that the contents is from 1-50 pages. Continue Reading…
The LCCN or PCN is a number that is assigned to your book and appears on the copyright page. This is the reference number that is found on your book’s Library Catalog Card for location. This number is important if you are looking to sell your books to libraries and is best to apply for before your book is published so it can go on the copyright page.
Contact the Copyright Office at http://www.LOC.gov or http://www.copyright.gov
There is an application and account set up that needs to be done http://ecip.loc.gov/pls/ecip/pub_signon?system=pcn and http://pcn.loc.gov/pcn/pcn077.html
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Karrie Ross
Book Cover Designer/ Coach/ Consultant for Self Publishing help, branding and promotion.
When writing your book there are times you need information that you can find on the internet. Google offers several other ways than the commonly known search to find information quickly.
By Sharon Housley NOTE: I received this as an email attachment and all it had was the credit for the author. If this needs any other acknowledgments please contact me about them.
The architects of the most powerful search engine in the world have included some really handy algorithms in their service, which allow searchers to quickly locate particular and specific types of information…
1. Definitions In order to quickly find the definition of a word, simply type “define: word” in the search box. Google will then provide the definition of the word.
2. Area Codes Enter a US telephone area code in the URL box to see a map of the area covered by that telephone area code.
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Richards enthusiasm reflects his passion for writing and reading. His creativity has extended to a new concept that actually intends to get young adults to read and participate in the story… ’82 Mystery “Nothing is more dangerous than the human mind.”
Based on a true experience, the novel, ’82 Mystery, recounts a story of life and death dealing with drugs, tragedy, and secrets that must be kept, taking place in Massachusetts during the ‘80’s.
The author, R.M. Wood, from a love of reading, has created a website that is geared to promote the novel and reward those who interact with the website with a cash prize. Those who log on to the website score points for leaving comments, posting reviews, and taking part in many other activities. On a given date, whoever has the most points wins a cash prize. —Richard Wood, Author
ISBN: 978-0-692-00454-8
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Karrie Ross Book Designer, Branding and Self-Publishing Consutling
Self-Publishing Resources
- ISBN Home Page
- Bowker.com For ISBN
- Convert 10 diget ISBN to 13 diget.
- Make your own barcode
Indexing Software
Authex, CINDEX, MACREX, SKY Index, and wINDEX
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If you are tired of being a slave to your debt, then this book is for you.
“The Budget of Your Life is a book about owing less and spending well. It is a book about budgeting. It is a book about freedom. Living paycheck to paycheck is not easy. I have been there, and so I know exactly where you are coming from. I have felt the same frustrations as you, and I have made the same mistakes as you.” —Kenny Soward, Author
Available on Amazon Fall of 2009
ISBN: 978-0-557-0805-8-8
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Karrie Ross Book Designer, Branding and Self-Publishing Consutling
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves.” —PROVERBS 31:8
Lisa Barrow fights for others. She has taken an uncomfortable situation and created a platform for Workplace Bullying, bring it out of darkness into light through her coaching and consulting …. and now her book “In Darkness Light Dawns” shares her stories and solutions for any one who needs help.
“If you are an organizational leader or politician, I ask you to listen with an open mind to my appeals for legislation and policies that protect employees from workplace bullies. You can no longer ignore the problem of workplace bullying, which contributes to the illness and death of many employees.
I wrote this book with urgency, because of my deep concern for people who are hurting. I also wrote with gratitude, because of my deep appreciation for blessings received.” —Lisa M.S. Barrow, Author
ISBN: 978-0-615-31142-5
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Karrie Ross Book Designer, Branding and Self-Publishing Consutling
Ray East is an author, speaker and executive leadership coach. He serves individuals and teams by providing coaching, workshops, strategic planning retreats and conferences.
“The greatest leaders in human history all had very different leadership styles, but they all adopted a confident, humble and sometimes subversive way of life. This lifestyle is, without a doubt, the main quality a leader needs to achieve breakthrough results through other human beings. And it can be learned.” —Ray East, Author
ISBN: 978-09823555-4-1
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Karrie Ross Book Designer, Branding and Self-Publishing Consutling
Brenda Barnes had a vision she just had to write about… and that vision is “Dissing Xmas” a book of short tips and thoughts for consideration concerning the Holiday season. Her vision took her to an over turned cart of presents…”Dissing Xmas” is short and sweet and many of it’s messages hit home for any time of year, holiday or not.
“Once Americans discover that Xmas really won’t be ruined if a super-hyped item isn’t acquired, wrapped, and delivered on December 25th or an expensive, overbooked flight isn’t taken on December 24th, then a richer, purer, and less frenzied holiday may emerge.” —Brenda Barnes, Author
ISBN: 978-0-615-32892-8 info@splashempublishing.com
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Karrie Ross Book Designer, Branding and Self-Publishing Consutling
