In addition to reading, writing and blogging, history is another love of mine, particularly Black History. During this month I would like to encourage you to watch at least two Black History movies; read at least one book with at least 100 pages; and attend at least two events. So, here are my recommendations…
Tag: Books
New Services: Bios, Blogs, Books and PowerPoint Presentations
During my blogging break, I clearly defined how I can serve the audience of Marcie Writes. This was determined by conversations with independent professionals. I will help professionals and business owners shine through their bios, blogs, books and PowerPoint presentations. The last service was an afterthought, but it’s sorely needed. Professional Biographies (Bios) My personal…
Nominate Your Favorite Business Book or Book Resource
Nominate your favorite book or book resource now! According to Small Biz Trends, “The 2013 Small Business Book Awards, now in their 5th year, celebrate the best business books that entrepreneurs, small business owners, CEOs, managers, and their staffs should read. They also recognize important resources supporting authors and the publishing industry. The small business…
Buy Your Copy of “Everville: The First Pillar” By Roy Huff Today
While checking out my Twitter stream last week, I learned that Everville: The First Pillar by Roy Huff was about to be released and wanted to help a fellow scribe announce his new project to the world. Well, I am happy to report that Roys’ book is now available for purchase on Amazon. Roy proudly…
Is Your Book Title Determined by Search Engines or Your Audience?
A few days ago, a web designer asked me if the title of my book was search engine-friendly. Meaning, is it 60 characters or less? I was in writer mode so I was more concerned about content, formatting and adding value to my readers than SEO. My book went through at least four titles before…
Read to Your Child Day – Feb 13
This is a literary observation I found during my research. Take the time to read to your child(ren). If you don’t have any children, I can assure you that there is one close by who would love for you to do so. Image: ababycare
Many Thanks to Ronald T. Kellogg, Author of “The Psychology of Writing”
One day I was thinking about why some people don’t like to write. I know everyone won’t love it as much as I do, but still, I was curious. So, I decided to do a search on the psychology of writing. Lo and behold, there was actually a book, “The Psychology of Writing” by…
Marcie’s Book Review: “How to Write a Sentence and How to Read One”
No disrespect to Professor Stanley Fish, the author of “How to Write a Sentence and How to Read One,” but this book is too long and too complicated to teach people how to write a sentence. First of all, a book on how to write a sentence should NOT be 163 pages. That’s even intimidating…
If You Find This Book, Buy it For Me…I’ll Pay You Back
I found this awesome book at Harold Washington Library and would like to own it, but I don’t want to pay the $25 asking price of Amazon. Therefore, if you see it at a thrift store or used book store, pick it up for me. But don’t pay more than $5 for it. I’ll pay…
You’ll Never Run Out of Things to Write
I went to Harold Washington Library to conduct research on topics and resources to develop my upcoming writing workshops. I started my search with “How to Write.” There were over 920 results! This not only gave me a listing of books on the rules of writing, it also gave me writing topics. Do you know…