This guidebook will teach you how to make correct decisions in chess at every phase of the game, whether you are a total beginner or an expert. Designed for self study , it includes all the material being taught at the first part of the way to improve in chess- creating a solid foundation in the process of decision making in chess, upon which all future knowledge is based. Understanding how to make correct decisions in chess, what to take into account, how to approach different kinds of … [Read more...] about The Process of Decision Making in Chess by Philip Ochman
Financial Empowerment: Realign Your Finances to God’s Will by Pamela Carmichael
Financial Empowerment is about managing your finances based on biblical principles. It identifies some of the challenges we face in 9 key areas of our finances and gives God-based solutions on how to solve them and become empowered. Being empowered financially is not about having it all for you but about being able to manage your finances well and using what you have to bring eternal value into someone's life including yours. Editorial Review: I found Financial Empowerment to be very … [Read more...] about Financial Empowerment: Realign Your Finances to God’s Will by Pamela Carmichael
Camilla Stein Author Interview with BookGoodies
Author Camilla Stein joins BookGoodies podcast host Deborah Carney to talk about books, writing and current projects. I am author of Space Scrapers series and Gaia's Children. Space Scrapers is a type of a space opera with cyberpunk infusions, and ideas larger than life incorporated in the plot. The story revolves around three main characters, all three of them have personal issues they need to overcome before they can serve the greater good. Gaia's Children is a lyrical sentimental story, … [Read more...] about Camilla Stein Author Interview with BookGoodies
NaNoWriMo Tips from Jesse Pohlman
What year(s) did you participate in NaNoWriMo? 2010, 2011 Tell us if you won or not, and what you learned from the experience In 2010 I really just sort of observed. In 2011 I set out to complete the 50,000 word challenge. I succeeded! I guess that means I won, after all; I beat myself and my own laziness. What did I learn? Ummmmm...Probably the first thing I learned was that the best way to force yourself to write is to write without solid structure. Plan when you can, but leave your … [Read more...] about NaNoWriMo Tips from Jesse Pohlman
Podcast with Book Publicist Nancy Sayles
Nancy Sayles joins BookGoodies host Deborah Carney to discuss writing, publishing and all things book related. This podcast focuses on book publicity. From Nancy: "Three-quarters of the earth’s surface is covered with water. The rest is covered with book publicists. Only we have access to the closely-guarded secrets to creating a bestseller, to landing a New York Times review, to Meredith Vieira’s cell phone number…c’mon, get REAL!" Listen to this podcast with Nancy to learn what … [Read more...] about Podcast with Book Publicist Nancy Sayles
Help! My Mom Farts For A Living! by Odessa North
My name is Flatula Windrip and I'm in the sixth grade. But I hate it. I have no friends and everyone makes fun of me because ... My mother farts for a living. It's true. And it's made a world of trouble for me, even if it's also made my mother rich. Help! My Mom Farts for a Living is an entertaining story for kids, middle school students, and adults. Targeted Age Group: For Readers Age 9 and Up How is Writing In Your Genre Different from Others? It tackles serious issues by … [Read more...] about Help! My Mom Farts For A Living! by Odessa North
Riding the Rails: Roaring Camp Railroad by Trisha Lyn Fawver
A collection of photography featuring Roaring Camp & Big Trees Narrow Gauge Railroad in Felton, CA. Author and photographer Trisha Lyn Fawver intertwines facts about this historic location with vivid photos of the camp. Targeted Age Group: All Ages What Advice Would You Give Aspiring Writers? You'll only regret not trying, so start. Author Bio: Trisha Lyn Fawver is a self-taught photographer, but not a self-taught writer. With a degree in Dramatic Writing from Humboldt State … [Read more...] about Riding the Rails: Roaring Camp Railroad by Trisha Lyn Fawver
Classic Horror Stories by David Pickering
20 terrifying tales of horror written by such masters of the genre as Edgar Allan Poe, H.P. Lovecraft and Bram Stoker. Close the curtains, put another log on the fire, and embark on a scary journey into an underworld roamed by murderous Inquisitors, long-dead witches, phantom cars, haunted dolls, werewolves, mummies, zombies and vampires, to name but a few. Ideal reading for newcomers to the horror story and aficionados alike. A companion volume to Classic Ghost Stories and Classic Ghost Stories … [Read more...] about Classic Horror Stories by David Pickering
Past Tense by Nick Marsh
Last year, Alan Reece, an unassuming animal doctor from the West Country, was surprised to discover that he had become the 'Conduit', a link between reality and the strange world beyond. Not even beginning to understand this, Alan deals with this problem as he deals with most in his life - he ignores it. Unfortunately, ripples from his unwitting transformation have freed a dark and terrible creature from its improbable prison. Burrowing into the past, it plots revenge from Ancient Britain, … [Read more...] about Past Tense by Nick Marsh
Set in Stone: Magnolia Cemetery by Trisha Lyn Fawver
A collection of photography from Magnolia Cemetery in Spartanburg, SC. Beautiful photos are intertwined with facts about this historic location. This is volume three in the Set in Stone series from author and photographer Trisha Lyn Fawver. Targeted Age Group: All Ages What Advice Would You Give Aspiring Writers? Once you start, keep going! You won't regret it. Author Bio: Trisha Lyn Fawver is a self-taught photographer, but not a self-taught writer. With a degree in Dramatic … [Read more...] about Set in Stone: Magnolia Cemetery by Trisha Lyn Fawver
Dude Looks Like A Lady (Carmel Charmers Series) by Kemberlee Shortland
Pamela Howard can't believe what she let her friend Maisie talk her into - a charity costume contest where she's made to dress as King Louis XVI. Her partner, dressed as Queen Marie Antoinette, reminds her of a man she's spent five long years trying to forget. Hank Delacroix is ready to throttle his friend Jake. Hank is a great clown around his 49er teammates, but six-inch heels and a poodle on his head are a bit much. He has to be the tallest drag queen in the state. When he meets his Louis … [Read more...] about Dude Looks Like A Lady (Carmel Charmers Series) by Kemberlee Shortland
1920, Shots Fired, Officer Down by Stan Cook
Honolulu Motorcycle Police Officer Stan Cook, during a traffic stop, is confronted by a driver high on crystal meth and a AK-47 assault rifle. The outcome is a shootout where the drive fires 20 rounds from the AK-47 and Officer Cook fires 18 rounds from his Smith & Wesson 5906 9MM pistol. The driver is killed and Officer Cook suffers life threatening wounds. This book covers the lead up to the shooting, the incident, aftermath and lessons learned. It is a inspiring book, told in the … [Read more...] about 1920, Shots Fired, Officer Down by Stan Cook
