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This is my brain on emotion

Posted on April 21, 2021 by lmeceo

To continue celebrating National Poetry Month, I would like to introduce my poetry book, This is my brain on emotion. This book is a collection of poetry I’ve written over the years. Writing poetry has always been cathartic for me, … Continue reading →

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The publishing process: Bookstores are the worst place to sell books

Posted on May 21, 2018 by lmeceo

It’s the dream of every author and publisher to see their books in a bookstore. To have your work carried by a bookstore chain is prestigious but how is it for book sales?Ironically bookstores aren’t the best places to sell … Continue reading →

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The publishing process: How to support an author

Posted on April 23, 2018 by lmeceo

Writing a book is a labor of love. Having no one acknowledge the fruits of your labor sucks. Getting your work out to the public is the hardest thing for a new author. If you know someone who has written … Continue reading →

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The publishing process: What a publisher does

Posted on April 16, 2018 by lmeceo

If you are an author looking for a publisher to publish your manuscript, or are interested in book publishing, this is a general description of what a publisher does. Finding authors– a publisher’s job is to find talented writers with … Continue reading →

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The game has changed and I don’t want to play

Posted on April 9, 2018 by lmeceo

When I first started writing and publishing books, the indication of a books success relied upon trade reviews, a few book signings in popular bookstores and maybe a mention on the best sellers list. If you made it on Book … Continue reading →

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Why small businesses with no employees should have policies and procedures in place

Posted on March 26, 2018 by lmeceo

Statistics published by the SBA (Small Business Administration US) indicate that most small businesses fail within the first 3 years of inception. One of the main reasons small businesses fail is due to a lack of proper business planning. A … Continue reading →

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The publishing process: Book reviews

Posted on March 19, 2018 by lmeceo

An important part of the publishing process is the book review. Book reviews can: increase book sales generate free advertising provide feedback on the books content help the book reach a wider audience There are a few types of book … Continue reading →

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The publishing process: How long?

Posted on March 12, 2018 by lmeceo

One of the most frequently asked questions I get regarding book publishing is: How long will it take to get my book published? Well, the short answer is it could take a year to a year and a half depending … Continue reading →

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