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Sell Books While You Sleep: Submit Short Articles to Multiple Web Sites
Have you wasted valuable time and money on book promotion
that doesn't work? Have your press releases been ignored?
Have you been too quiet about getting the word out how your
book will help solve people's problems?
Passion and creativity went into your book, now it's time to
put passion and creativity into promoting it! Since no one
really cares as much about your book as you do, then take
time to learn this new, effective way to sell books.
Know that the world wide Web audience wants and needs your
information your expertise, how-to's, your experience or
entertainment.
If you are willing to take four-five actions each day to
promote your products, you will have successful sales.
Follow these steps to learn how to promote your book on line
and make big sales:
Step One.
Do what you do best--write! Create several short "how-to"
articles, short stories, poetry or humor, anywhere from
75-1200 words.
Prepare several lengths of the same article. For one
eMagazine I submitted a seventy-five-word article on how to
write a short article. For a top business Web site, I
expanded it to 900 words. For some, I only submit 400-500 word
articles.
Take responsibility for book promotion yourself. If your
publisher's sales disappoint you, your own marketing weak,
you can still create ongoing, lifelong profits.
Online promotion is great if you are totally bashful or
reluctant to "sell." You don't have to talk to anyone in
person. You promote straight from your home or office.
Now, that's convenience! Learn the basics from teleclasses
and seminars, an Online Promotion Coach, the internet, and
professional networking organizations.
Step Three.
Develop Internet savvy. When you don't take this step, you
will hang back, and stay stuck in fear. Action spurs you on.
Take a free community college course, or visit your library
for help. In just three hours, I learned about search
engines, and other basics.
If you are like me and are passionate to succeed, then hire
a coach or virtual assistant from a local high school or
tech school to move you forward much faster.
Jump in and get yourself an email address and try out
surfing. You won't need a Web site right away, but authors
should eventually have one.
Step Four.
Visit the top Web sites in your field. Without them, your
book won't get much exposure. Many authors report only a few
sales from their own sites.
High traffic web sites are always looking for new material
(your articles) to entice their visitors to come back, again
and again. Their ezines reach from 2000 to 500,000 each
issue! That's great free exposure for you. Notice their signals:
"New material added daily."
In turn, they will put your "signature" which includes the
title of your book and the Web address where it can be
purchased.
It doesn't have to be your Web site. With just one short
article posted in a ezine, one bookcoaching client received
eight emails asking for more information.
These responses gives the author another chance at a sale,
and to be known as the market expert. Many authors are
professional coaches, consultants or therapists, so when
the person contacts them, they can mention these other
services.
Step Five.
Run a search on the top search engines to find the top ten
Web sites in your field. Go to www.google.com, or
www.yahoo.com. Perhaps your subject is women's self
care. Think of the key words or meta tags these sites would
use for people to easily find them.
A few would be "women or women's self care," "healthy
women," "young women and self care," "mature women's self
care," "working women with children self care." Use other
words for self care,
Think of the benefits your book gives these women. Include
those in the key words--"regain childhood energy", "reclaim
youthful vitality." Submit several key words.
Then visit the Web sites to see their layout and whether or
not they have a regular ezine that needs tips, excerpts, or
stories.
If their site puts up new articles up regularly, your
information has a chance to bring you increased product
sales.
Step Six.
Write a note to the Web master or content person, submitting
the titles of your articles or stories. You may want to send
an article along as a sample of your writing.
It may be a complimentary chapter from your book, or an
excerpt that solves a problem for their visitors. Think
benefits when you submit.
What can your material do for their site-their visitors?
Before you send anything out, after several peer edits, have
it professionally edited.
Step Seven.
Place your book and other products on as many publishing
sites as possible. One I use is InfoPost.com. Now, authors
can be in control of their promotion, with far less effort,
and get the respect, support and sales they deserve.
When you submit your book to them, whether by print or
ebook, they will accept credit cards, fill customer orders,
take their commission (far less than a traditional
publisher) and send you the royalties every few months.
Each publishing Online company has its own contract, so
choose the non-exclusive one for your biggest benefit.
Multiple sites equal multiple sales. You don't even need
your own web site to sell your books!
Step Eight.
Organize your research. Start a file called "Web sites to
Link With." If you don't keep track of your promotion
contacts, you will not be able to follow up.
Professional people always follow-up. They develop
relationships with the people they want to do business with.
Start a communication sheet for these people either on your
computer or in a physical file.
For instance, for publishing sites, list the contact person
(Web master or content person), their email and web site
URL. Include your note to them.
Keep track of what you offer, what they like, what they
take. Date your communications.
Not everyone will respond, but with your persistence, many will!
At the end of your note, ask that they include a link back
to either your site or other publishing sites where your
books are offered.
If you are like me, not a technical person, hire a person
who can do the research for you. Remember, people who visit
top sites are looking for free information and entertainment.
They will appreciate your articles, may even pass them on
to friends and associates. Many will go to your site or
other sites to check out your book--even buy it. Web sites
want your information. It seems like a marriage made in
cyber heaven.
that doesn't work? Have your press releases been ignored?
Have you been too quiet about getting the word out how your
book will help solve people's problems?
Passion and creativity went into your book, now it's time to
put passion and creativity into promoting it! Since no one
really cares as much about your book as you do, then take
time to learn this new, effective way to sell books.
Know that the world wide Web audience wants and needs your
information your expertise, how-to's, your experience or
entertainment.
If you are willing to take four-five actions each day to
promote your products, you will have successful sales.
Follow these steps to learn how to promote your book on line
and make big sales:
Step One.
Do what you do best--write! Create several short "how-to"
articles, short stories, poetry or humor, anywhere from
75-1200 words.
Prepare several lengths of the same article. For one
eMagazine I submitted a seventy-five-word article on how to
write a short article. For a top business Web site, I
expanded it to 900 words. For some, I only submit 400-500 word
articles.
Take responsibility for book promotion yourself. If your
publisher's sales disappoint you, your own marketing weak,
you can still create ongoing, lifelong profits.
Online promotion is great if you are totally bashful or
reluctant to "sell." You don't have to talk to anyone in
person. You promote straight from your home or office.
Now, that's convenience! Learn the basics from teleclasses
and seminars, an Online Promotion Coach, the internet, and
professional networking organizations.
Step Three.
Develop Internet savvy. When you don't take this step, you
will hang back, and stay stuck in fear. Action spurs you on.
Take a free community college course, or visit your library
for help. In just three hours, I learned about search
engines, and other basics.
If you are like me and are passionate to succeed, then hire
a coach or virtual assistant from a local high school or
tech school to move you forward much faster.
Jump in and get yourself an email address and try out
surfing. You won't need a Web site right away, but authors
should eventually have one.
Step Four.
Visit the top Web sites in your field. Without them, your
book won't get much exposure. Many authors report only a few
sales from their own sites.
High traffic web sites are always looking for new material
(your articles) to entice their visitors to come back, again
and again. Their ezines reach from 2000 to 500,000 each
issue! That's great free exposure for you. Notice their signals:
"New material added daily."
In turn, they will put your "signature" which includes the
title of your book and the Web address where it can be
purchased.
It doesn't have to be your Web site. With just one short
article posted in a ezine, one bookcoaching client received
eight emails asking for more information.
These responses gives the author another chance at a sale,
and to be known as the market expert. Many authors are
professional coaches, consultants or therapists, so when
the person contacts them, they can mention these other
services.
Step Five.
Run a search on the top search engines to find the top ten
Web sites in your field. Go to www.google.com, or
www.yahoo.com. Perhaps your subject is women's self
care. Think of the key words or meta tags these sites would
use for people to easily find them.
A few would be "women or women's self care," "healthy
women," "young women and self care," "mature women's self
care," "working women with children self care." Use other
words for self care,
Think of the benefits your book gives these women. Include
those in the key words--"regain childhood energy", "reclaim
youthful vitality." Submit several key words.
Then visit the Web sites to see their layout and whether or
not they have a regular ezine that needs tips, excerpts, or
stories.
If their site puts up new articles up regularly, your
information has a chance to bring you increased product
sales.
Step Six.
Write a note to the Web master or content person, submitting
the titles of your articles or stories. You may want to send
an article along as a sample of your writing.
It may be a complimentary chapter from your book, or an
excerpt that solves a problem for their visitors. Think
benefits when you submit.
What can your material do for their site-their visitors?
Before you send anything out, after several peer edits, have
it professionally edited.
Step Seven.
Place your book and other products on as many publishing
sites as possible. One I use is InfoPost.com. Now, authors
can be in control of their promotion, with far less effort,
and get the respect, support and sales they deserve.
When you submit your book to them, whether by print or
ebook, they will accept credit cards, fill customer orders,
take their commission (far less than a traditional
publisher) and send you the royalties every few months.
Each publishing Online company has its own contract, so
choose the non-exclusive one for your biggest benefit.
Multiple sites equal multiple sales. You don't even need
your own web site to sell your books!
Step Eight.
Organize your research. Start a file called "Web sites to
Link With." If you don't keep track of your promotion
contacts, you will not be able to follow up.
Professional people always follow-up. They develop
relationships with the people they want to do business with.
Start a communication sheet for these people either on your
computer or in a physical file.
For instance, for publishing sites, list the contact person
(Web master or content person), their email and web site
URL. Include your note to them.
Keep track of what you offer, what they like, what they
take. Date your communications.
Not everyone will respond, but with your persistence, many will!
At the end of your note, ask that they include a link back
to either your site or other publishing sites where your
books are offered.
If you are like me, not a technical person, hire a person
who can do the research for you. Remember, people who visit
top sites are looking for free information and entertainment.
They will appreciate your articles, may even pass them on
to friends and associates. Many will go to your site or
other sites to check out your book--even buy it. Web sites
want your information. It seems like a marriage made in
cyber heaven.
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Ducktales The Movie: Treasure Of The Lost Lamp
Ducktales The Movie: Treasure Of The Lost Lamp
TREASURE OF THE LOST LAMP is the first full-length feature film starring Scrooge McDuck, Huey, Dewey, Louie, and Webbigail Vanderquack! The Egyptian desert becomes a nonstop adventure zone as the DuckTales team pursues the legendary treasure of Collie Baba's ancient pyramid! When the daring ducks make off with the riches, little do they know there's a magic lamp among the gems ... a lamp with a wacky, wish-granting Genie inside. When Merlock, the evil sorcerer, follows them back to Duckburg, an incredible battle erupts over the lost lamp! But in the thrilling climax, Scrooge and the nephews learn a lesson far more valuable than even the world's greatest treasure!
Customer Review: A quacker of a little "treasure" from Disney.
While Disney has not been producing much of high quality animated films these days, few will deny that in the late 1980's and mid 1990's, the Mouse House was in its heyday. After a period of turmoil without their former founder, the company had risen to stardom with its 1989 musical, THE LITTLE MERMAID. The success of that film led to other equally acclaimed masterpieces, notably BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, which was fortunate enough to win the Oscar for Best Picture. In the period between these two works of art, though, the company released two animated features that were pleasant diversions but didn't ignite ticket sales at the box office. One of them was THE RESCUERS DOWN UNDER, a non-musical sequel to a mediocre 1970 film (which actually improved on its predecessor in many ways). The other--and even lesser known--production was DUCKTALES: THE MOVIE--TREASURE OF THE LOST LAMP.
An unashamedly small, likeable film, DUCKTALES--THE MOVIE did not quack up much box office gold in its theatrical release. Based on Disney's popular animated series of its time, this theatrical feature--as you might expect--plays very much like an extended episode of the series, with slightly beefed up production values. Audiences unfamiliar with the show are most likely to be confused with its unexplained references to terms like "Junior Woodchuck"--a problem not uncommon with other theatrical spin-offs of television shows, e.g. THE CARE BEARS, TRANSFORMERS, MY LITTLE PONY, etc. The stars of DUCKTALES, which include self-proclaimed "quad-zillionaire" Scrooge McDuck (impeccably voiced by Alan Young) and his mischievous nephews, Hewy, Dewey, and Louie, are household names with many people, but their co-stars--which include bumbling pilot Launchpad McQuack and Webby (Webbigail for you completists)--are only familiar with those who have tuned into an episode or two of the show. This is probably what sealed DUCKTALES--THE MOVIE's box office fate; it caters more to fans of the show rather than a mainstream audience.
That said, DUCKTALES--THE MOVIE is a very pleasant way to spend 74 minutes. The film bounces along at a fast pace and maintains a kinetic sense of energy, particularly the opening and climactic sequences. And there's nothing at all about the film that may be deemed too unsettling or inappropriate for children (what, you expected an R-rated material from Disney?).
The best way to describe the plot is a mixture of INDIANA JONES adventure and Disney's own ALADDIN. The first 20 minutes of the movie, in which the ducks--on a hunt for Collie Baba's treasure--find themselves braving a booby-trap infested hidden pyramid and outrunning scorpions, recall the roller-coaster excitement of the aforementioned Spielberg-Lucas series. Things get slightly slower around the middle when the ducks unleash the contents of a magic lamp containing, yes, a genie. Voiced with zest and humor by Rip Taylor, this Genie may not have the adult appeal of, say, Robin Williams' Genie in ALADDIN, but he manages to extract a giggle from the audience without being too over-the-top. His lively presence--and the nephews' dilemma of trying to keep his identity a secret from their miserly uncle--makes it easier to sit through the middle portion. The final 20 minutes of the film, in which Scrooge and company attempt to recapture their money bin from a compulsively greedy weasel, Dijon (Richard Libertini), only to deal with the Genie's former master, Merlock, a centuries old villainous sorcerer with the commanding voice of Christopher Lloyd, builds to a high-flying (literally) climax that I've rarely seen other Disney films match.
Based on the above description of the plot, it is tempting to dismiss this movie as an inferior imitation of ALADDIN, particularly where the Genie sub-plot is concerned, but since this movie was made long before that film, it instead holds up as an original story. Technically, DUCKTALES isn't exactly on the same level as, say, THE LITTLE MERMAID or other Disney Renaissance features, but then again it was hardly intended to be. The animation, produced by the now defunct Disney Animation Studios in Paris, is appropriately matched and showcases some spectacularly exciting effects, particularly any moment when Merlock morphs into eagles, rats, bears, cockroaches, panthers, etc., and especially at the climax when Scrooge's money bin is transformed into a creepy-looking castle. Simultaneously, though, the artwork is more "simplified" than the usual Disney treatment--not that it is a bad thing for this type of feature, but it's noticeable in places.
More pleasing about the film is its kinetic musical score, composed by David Newman (THE BRAVE LITTLE TOASTER and ANASTASIA). This is one of the finest ever written for a Disney film, and it's a shame it hasn't been commercially released on CD. It should also be noted that there are no songs in this film (unless you count the DUCKTALES theme over the closing credits)--this gives DUCKTALES the distinction of being one of Disney's "songless" productions (other notable entries including THE BLACK CAULDRON, THE RESCUERS DOWN UNDER, and ATLANTIS--THE LOST EMPIRE).
Although not on par with Disney's better classics, DUCKTALES--THE MOVIE: TREASURE OF THE LOST LAMP is a breezy, fun romp that actually holds up pretty well even after its initial 1990 release. It's too bad that Disney reduced themselves to churning out direct-to-video sequels, none of which matched the excitement or energy of this film or even the heart or human appeal of A GOOFY MOVIE, another inspired by a TV series movie. Compared to most of these other pointless secondary chapters, DUCKTALES--THE MOVIE remains fresh, funny, and enjoyable, especially for youngsters and, yes, fans of Disney-cartoons in general.
Customer Review: Ducktales: The Movie Treasure of the Lost Lamp ON DVD NOW!!
Ducktales: The Movie Treasure of the Lost Lamp is an awesome movie. Not the most captivating if you like intense plots, but hey it is a Disney movie. Good news for those of you who love this movie, IT IS FINALLY ON DVD!!!
I bought my copy last week!
I-Sight, Mini Task Light On Your Ear
I-Sight, Mini Task Light On Your Ear
Tired of fumbling with awkward book lights that need to be carefully balanced on a page? Shine a light exactly where you need it with the I-Sight mini task light. It fits comfortably on the ear and projects a bright glare-free beam straight ahead with no
Customer Review: I-Sight, I like!!
I always find it amusing that some folks seem to have difficulty with operating something rather simple. Much like the people shown in an advertisement having difficulty (on purpose) with a simple task and then shown with the 'solution' product that they are pitching.
We spend a lot of time RVing with a dog which requires spending time outdoors, many times in the dark. This little light is perfect since it frees up your hands to handle the doggy chores. But it also is enough light on a dark night to allow you to get around while seeing everywhere your head is pointed.
It feels awkward at first, until you get the hang of it. Put it on your ear, adjusting it and pushing it against your head, until it feels snug. Mine has yet to fall off or even come close to falling off.
I've used 'head lights' that strap around your head like a visor. And I've used other types of illuminating devices, but this is now my favorite.
If you are one of the voters in Broward county during the 2000 election who couldn't seem to vote, this is not for you. Everyone else - you'll love it!
Adding to this review..............
I neglected to mention that it has allowed me to grill on our portable grill outside after dark when camping. Many times the light available is just not enough or non-existent. This light is more than adequate for the task and frees your hands to do everything. It's cool.........
Customer Review: I love this little light!!!
I purchased one of these about 2 years ago in Radio Shack, and I used it so much that used up the battery and finally the bulb. I then obtained a replacement and did an encore and now I am buying a third. I may seem like lot but in all honesty I used the hell out of mine! I have used it for such things as changing a flat tire at night (this happened to me twice), working on computers under a desk, wiring electrical fixtures in a dark corners. Plus about a 1000 other applications where it was not practical to have a conventional flash light. It's light in weight and mounts on the ear much like a cell phone ear piece does. About the only down side it that if you have cell phone ear piece on the other ear, you end up looking like something out of Star Trek.
Headlines on borders book store
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Barnes & Noble Posts Lower Net, Trims Same-Store Sales Target - Wall Street Journal
Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:10:12 GMT
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Another Great borders book store Article
Sell Books While You Sleep: Submit Short Articles to Multiple Web Sites
Have you wasted valuable time and money on book promotion
that doesn't work? Have your press releases been ignored?
Have you been too quiet about getting the word out how your
book will help solve people's problems?
Passion and creativity went into your book, now it's time to
put passion and creativity into promoting it! Since no one
really cares as much about your book as you do, then take
time to learn this new, effective way to sell books.
Know that the world wide Web audience wants and needs your
information your expertise, how-to's, your experience or
entertainment.
If you are willing to take four-five actions each day to
promote your products, you will have successful sales.
Follow these steps to learn how to promote your book on line
and make big sales:
Step One.
Do what you do best--write! Create several short "how-to"
articles, short stories, poetry or humor, anywhere from
75-1200 words.
Prepare several lengths of the same article. For one
eMagazine I submitted a seventy-five-word article on how to
write a short article. For a top business Web site, I
expanded it to 900 words. For some, I only submit 400-500 word
articles.
Take responsibility for book promotion yourself. If your
publisher's sales disappoint you, your own marketing weak,
you can still create ongoing, lifelong profits.
Online promotion is great if you are totally bashful or
reluctant to "sell." You don't have to talk to anyone in
person. You promote straight from your home or office.
Now, that's convenience! Learn the basics from teleclasses
and seminars, an Online Promotion Coach, the internet, and
professional networking organizations.
Step Three.
Develop Internet savvy. When you don't take this step, you
will hang back, and stay stuck in fear. Action spurs you on.
Take a free community college course, or visit your library
for help. In just three hours, I learned about search
engines, and other basics.
If you are like me and are passionate to succeed, then hire
a coach or virtual assistant from a local high school or
tech school to move you forward much faster.
Jump in and get yourself an email address and try out
surfing. You won't need a Web site right away, but authors
should eventually have one.
Step Four.
Visit the top Web sites in your field. Without them, your
book won't get much exposure. Many authors report only a few
sales from their own sites.
High traffic web sites are always looking for new material
(your articles) to entice their visitors to come back, again
and again. Their ezines reach from 2000 to 500,000 each
issue! That's great free exposure for you. Notice their signals:
"New material added daily."
In turn, they will put your "signature" which includes the
title of your book and the Web address where it can be
purchased.
It doesn't have to be your Web site. With just one short
article posted in a ezine, one bookcoaching client received
eight emails asking for more information.
These responses gives the author another chance at a sale,
and to be known as the market expert. Many authors are
professional coaches, consultants or therapists, so when
the person contacts them, they can mention these other
services.
Step Five.
Run a search on the top search engines to find the top ten
Web sites in your field. Go to www.google.com, or
www.yahoo.com. Perhaps your subject is women's self
care. Think of the key words or meta tags these sites would
use for people to easily find them.
A few would be "women or women's self care," "healthy
women," "young women and self care," "mature women's self
care," "working women with children self care." Use other
words for self care,
Think of the benefits your book gives these women. Include
those in the key words--"regain childhood energy", "reclaim
youthful vitality." Submit several key words.
Then visit the Web sites to see their layout and whether or
not they have a regular ezine that needs tips, excerpts, or
stories.
If their site puts up new articles up regularly, your
information has a chance to bring you increased product
sales.
Step Six.
Write a note to the Web master or content person, submitting
the titles of your articles or stories. You may want to send
an article along as a sample of your writing.
It may be a complimentary chapter from your book, or an
excerpt that solves a problem for their visitors. Think
benefits when you submit.
What can your material do for their site-their visitors?
Before you send anything out, after several peer edits, have
it professionally edited.
Step Seven.
Place your book and other products on as many publishing
sites as possible. One I use is InfoPost.com. Now, authors
can be in control of their promotion, with far less effort,
and get the respect, support and sales they deserve.
When you submit your book to them, whether by print or
ebook, they will accept credit cards, fill customer orders,
take their commission (far less than a traditional
publisher) and send you the royalties every few months.
Each publishing Online company has its own contract, so
choose the non-exclusive one for your biggest benefit.
Multiple sites equal multiple sales. You don't even need
your own web site to sell your books!
Step Eight.
Organize your research. Start a file called "Web sites to
Link With." If you don't keep track of your promotion
contacts, you will not be able to follow up.
Professional people always follow-up. They develop
relationships with the people they want to do business with.
Start a communication sheet for these people either on your
computer or in a physical file.
For instance, for publishing sites, list the contact person
(Web master or content person), their email and web site
URL. Include your note to them.
Keep track of what you offer, what they like, what they
take. Date your communications.
Not everyone will respond, but with your persistence, many will!
At the end of your note, ask that they include a link back
to either your site or other publishing sites where your
books are offered.
If you are like me, not a technical person, hire a person
who can do the research for you. Remember, people who visit
top sites are looking for free information and entertainment.
They will appreciate your articles, may even pass them on
to friends and associates. Many will go to your site or
other sites to check out your book--even buy it. Web sites
want your information. It seems like a marriage made in
cyber heaven.
that doesn't work? Have your press releases been ignored?
Have you been too quiet about getting the word out how your
book will help solve people's problems?
Passion and creativity went into your book, now it's time to
put passion and creativity into promoting it! Since no one
really cares as much about your book as you do, then take
time to learn this new, effective way to sell books.
Know that the world wide Web audience wants and needs your
information your expertise, how-to's, your experience or
entertainment.
If you are willing to take four-five actions each day to
promote your products, you will have successful sales.
Follow these steps to learn how to promote your book on line
and make big sales:
Step One.
Do what you do best--write! Create several short "how-to"
articles, short stories, poetry or humor, anywhere from
75-1200 words.
Prepare several lengths of the same article. For one
eMagazine I submitted a seventy-five-word article on how to
write a short article. For a top business Web site, I
expanded it to 900 words. For some, I only submit 400-500 word
articles.
Take responsibility for book promotion yourself. If your
publisher's sales disappoint you, your own marketing weak,
you can still create ongoing, lifelong profits.
Online promotion is great if you are totally bashful or
reluctant to "sell." You don't have to talk to anyone in
person. You promote straight from your home or office.
Now, that's convenience! Learn the basics from teleclasses
and seminars, an Online Promotion Coach, the internet, and
professional networking organizations.
Step Three.
Develop Internet savvy. When you don't take this step, you
will hang back, and stay stuck in fear. Action spurs you on.
Take a free community college course, or visit your library
for help. In just three hours, I learned about search
engines, and other basics.
If you are like me and are passionate to succeed, then hire
a coach or virtual assistant from a local high school or
tech school to move you forward much faster.
Jump in and get yourself an email address and try out
surfing. You won't need a Web site right away, but authors
should eventually have one.
Step Four.
Visit the top Web sites in your field. Without them, your
book won't get much exposure. Many authors report only a few
sales from their own sites.
High traffic web sites are always looking for new material
(your articles) to entice their visitors to come back, again
and again. Their ezines reach from 2000 to 500,000 each
issue! That's great free exposure for you. Notice their signals:
"New material added daily."
In turn, they will put your "signature" which includes the
title of your book and the Web address where it can be
purchased.
It doesn't have to be your Web site. With just one short
article posted in a ezine, one bookcoaching client received
eight emails asking for more information.
These responses gives the author another chance at a sale,
and to be known as the market expert. Many authors are
professional coaches, consultants or therapists, so when
the person contacts them, they can mention these other
services.
Step Five.
Run a search on the top search engines to find the top ten
Web sites in your field. Go to www.google.com, or
www.yahoo.com. Perhaps your subject is women's self
care. Think of the key words or meta tags these sites would
use for people to easily find them.
A few would be "women or women's self care," "healthy
women," "young women and self care," "mature women's self
care," "working women with children self care." Use other
words for self care,
Think of the benefits your book gives these women. Include
those in the key words--"regain childhood energy", "reclaim
youthful vitality." Submit several key words.
Then visit the Web sites to see their layout and whether or
not they have a regular ezine that needs tips, excerpts, or
stories.
If their site puts up new articles up regularly, your
information has a chance to bring you increased product
sales.
Step Six.
Write a note to the Web master or content person, submitting
the titles of your articles or stories. You may want to send
an article along as a sample of your writing.
It may be a complimentary chapter from your book, or an
excerpt that solves a problem for their visitors. Think
benefits when you submit.
What can your material do for their site-their visitors?
Before you send anything out, after several peer edits, have
it professionally edited.
Step Seven.
Place your book and other products on as many publishing
sites as possible. One I use is InfoPost.com. Now, authors
can be in control of their promotion, with far less effort,
and get the respect, support and sales they deserve.
When you submit your book to them, whether by print or
ebook, they will accept credit cards, fill customer orders,
take their commission (far less than a traditional
publisher) and send you the royalties every few months.
Each publishing Online company has its own contract, so
choose the non-exclusive one for your biggest benefit.
Multiple sites equal multiple sales. You don't even need
your own web site to sell your books!
Step Eight.
Organize your research. Start a file called "Web sites to
Link With." If you don't keep track of your promotion
contacts, you will not be able to follow up.
Professional people always follow-up. They develop
relationships with the people they want to do business with.
Start a communication sheet for these people either on your
computer or in a physical file.
For instance, for publishing sites, list the contact person
(Web master or content person), their email and web site
URL. Include your note to them.
Keep track of what you offer, what they like, what they
take. Date your communications.
Not everyone will respond, but with your persistence, many will!
At the end of your note, ask that they include a link back
to either your site or other publishing sites where your
books are offered.
If you are like me, not a technical person, hire a person
who can do the research for you. Remember, people who visit
top sites are looking for free information and entertainment.
They will appreciate your articles, may even pass them on
to friends and associates. Many will go to your site or
other sites to check out your book--even buy it. Web sites
want your information. It seems like a marriage made in
cyber heaven.
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Ducktales The Movie: Treasure Of The Lost Lamp
Ducktales The Movie: Treasure Of The Lost Lamp
TREASURE OF THE LOST LAMP is the first full-length feature film starring Scrooge McDuck, Huey, Dewey, Louie, and Webbigail Vanderquack! The Egyptian desert becomes a nonstop adventure zone as the DuckTales team pursues the legendary treasure of Collie Baba's ancient pyramid! When the daring ducks make off with the riches, little do they know there's a magic lamp among the gems ... a lamp with a wacky, wish-granting Genie inside. When Merlock, the evil sorcerer, follows them back to Duckburg, an incredible battle erupts over the lost lamp! But in the thrilling climax, Scrooge and the nephews learn a lesson far more valuable than even the world's greatest treasure!
Customer Review: A quacker of a little "treasure" from Disney.
While Disney has not been producing much of high quality animated films these days, few will deny that in the late 1980's and mid 1990's, the Mouse House was in its heyday. After a period of turmoil without their former founder, the company had risen to stardom with its 1989 musical, THE LITTLE MERMAID. The success of that film led to other equally acclaimed masterpieces, notably BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, which was fortunate enough to win the Oscar for Best Picture. In the period between these two works of art, though, the company released two animated features that were pleasant diversions but didn't ignite ticket sales at the box office. One of them was THE RESCUERS DOWN UNDER, a non-musical sequel to a mediocre 1970 film (which actually improved on its predecessor in many ways). The other--and even lesser known--production was DUCKTALES: THE MOVIE--TREASURE OF THE LOST LAMP.
An unashamedly small, likeable film, DUCKTALES--THE MOVIE did not quack up much box office gold in its theatrical release. Based on Disney's popular animated series of its time, this theatrical feature--as you might expect--plays very much like an extended episode of the series, with slightly beefed up production values. Audiences unfamiliar with the show are most likely to be confused with its unexplained references to terms like "Junior Woodchuck"--a problem not uncommon with other theatrical spin-offs of television shows, e.g. THE CARE BEARS, TRANSFORMERS, MY LITTLE PONY, etc. The stars of DUCKTALES, which include self-proclaimed "quad-zillionaire" Scrooge McDuck (impeccably voiced by Alan Young) and his mischievous nephews, Hewy, Dewey, and Louie, are household names with many people, but their co-stars--which include bumbling pilot Launchpad McQuack and Webby (Webbigail for you completists)--are only familiar with those who have tuned into an episode or two of the show. This is probably what sealed DUCKTALES--THE MOVIE's box office fate; it caters more to fans of the show rather than a mainstream audience.
That said, DUCKTALES--THE MOVIE is a very pleasant way to spend 74 minutes. The film bounces along at a fast pace and maintains a kinetic sense of energy, particularly the opening and climactic sequences. And there's nothing at all about the film that may be deemed too unsettling or inappropriate for children (what, you expected an R-rated material from Disney?).
The best way to describe the plot is a mixture of INDIANA JONES adventure and Disney's own ALADDIN. The first 20 minutes of the movie, in which the ducks--on a hunt for Collie Baba's treasure--find themselves braving a booby-trap infested hidden pyramid and outrunning scorpions, recall the roller-coaster excitement of the aforementioned Spielberg-Lucas series. Things get slightly slower around the middle when the ducks unleash the contents of a magic lamp containing, yes, a genie. Voiced with zest and humor by Rip Taylor, this Genie may not have the adult appeal of, say, Robin Williams' Genie in ALADDIN, but he manages to extract a giggle from the audience without being too over-the-top. His lively presence--and the nephews' dilemma of trying to keep his identity a secret from their miserly uncle--makes it easier to sit through the middle portion. The final 20 minutes of the film, in which Scrooge and company attempt to recapture their money bin from a compulsively greedy weasel, Dijon (Richard Libertini), only to deal with the Genie's former master, Merlock, a centuries old villainous sorcerer with the commanding voice of Christopher Lloyd, builds to a high-flying (literally) climax that I've rarely seen other Disney films match.
Based on the above description of the plot, it is tempting to dismiss this movie as an inferior imitation of ALADDIN, particularly where the Genie sub-plot is concerned, but since this movie was made long before that film, it instead holds up as an original story. Technically, DUCKTALES isn't exactly on the same level as, say, THE LITTLE MERMAID or other Disney Renaissance features, but then again it was hardly intended to be. The animation, produced by the now defunct Disney Animation Studios in Paris, is appropriately matched and showcases some spectacularly exciting effects, particularly any moment when Merlock morphs into eagles, rats, bears, cockroaches, panthers, etc., and especially at the climax when Scrooge's money bin is transformed into a creepy-looking castle. Simultaneously, though, the artwork is more "simplified" than the usual Disney treatment--not that it is a bad thing for this type of feature, but it's noticeable in places.
More pleasing about the film is its kinetic musical score, composed by David Newman (THE BRAVE LITTLE TOASTER and ANASTASIA). This is one of the finest ever written for a Disney film, and it's a shame it hasn't been commercially released on CD. It should also be noted that there are no songs in this film (unless you count the DUCKTALES theme over the closing credits)--this gives DUCKTALES the distinction of being one of Disney's "songless" productions (other notable entries including THE BLACK CAULDRON, THE RESCUERS DOWN UNDER, and ATLANTIS--THE LOST EMPIRE).
Although not on par with Disney's better classics, DUCKTALES--THE MOVIE: TREASURE OF THE LOST LAMP is a breezy, fun romp that actually holds up pretty well even after its initial 1990 release. It's too bad that Disney reduced themselves to churning out direct-to-video sequels, none of which matched the excitement or energy of this film or even the heart or human appeal of A GOOFY MOVIE, another inspired by a TV series movie. Compared to most of these other pointless secondary chapters, DUCKTALES--THE MOVIE remains fresh, funny, and enjoyable, especially for youngsters and, yes, fans of Disney-cartoons in general.
Customer Review: Ducktales: The Movie Treasure of the Lost Lamp ON DVD NOW!!
Ducktales: The Movie Treasure of the Lost Lamp is an awesome movie. Not the most captivating if you like intense plots, but hey it is a Disney movie. Good news for those of you who love this movie, IT IS FINALLY ON DVD!!!
I bought my copy last week!
I-Sight, Mini Task Light On Your Ear
I-Sight, Mini Task Light On Your Ear
Tired of fumbling with awkward book lights that need to be carefully balanced on a page? Shine a light exactly where you need it with the I-Sight mini task light. It fits comfortably on the ear and projects a bright glare-free beam straight ahead with no
Customer Review: I-Sight, I like!!
I always find it amusing that some folks seem to have difficulty with operating something rather simple. Much like the people shown in an advertisement having difficulty (on purpose) with a simple task and then shown with the 'solution' product that they are pitching.
We spend a lot of time RVing with a dog which requires spending time outdoors, many times in the dark. This little light is perfect since it frees up your hands to handle the doggy chores. But it also is enough light on a dark night to allow you to get around while seeing everywhere your head is pointed.
It feels awkward at first, until you get the hang of it. Put it on your ear, adjusting it and pushing it against your head, until it feels snug. Mine has yet to fall off or even come close to falling off.
I've used 'head lights' that strap around your head like a visor. And I've used other types of illuminating devices, but this is now my favorite.
If you are one of the voters in Broward county during the 2000 election who couldn't seem to vote, this is not for you. Everyone else - you'll love it!
Adding to this review..............
I neglected to mention that it has allowed me to grill on our portable grill outside after dark when camping. Many times the light available is just not enough or non-existent. This light is more than adequate for the task and frees your hands to do everything. It's cool.........
Customer Review: I love this little light!!!
I purchased one of these about 2 years ago in Radio Shack, and I used it so much that used up the battery and finally the bulb. I then obtained a replacement and did an encore and now I am buying a third. I may seem like lot but in all honesty I used the hell out of mine! I have used it for such things as changing a flat tire at night (this happened to me twice), working on computers under a desk, wiring electrical fixtures in a dark corners. Plus about a 1000 other applications where it was not practical to have a conventional flash light. It's light in weight and mounts on the ear much like a cell phone ear piece does. About the only down side it that if you have cell phone ear piece on the other ear, you end up looking like something out of Star Trek.
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