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Archive for the ‘Interviews’ Category

August 29th, 2008

Kathleen Walls’ Travel Books About the Southeastern U.S.

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During August, we’ve had a theme of travel and related home businesses.  So I’m rounding out the month by discussing Kathleen (Katy) Walls’ travel books with her. Katy has producted them through her Florida home based publishing business.  We also learn from Katy that you can write books about the places close to home without traveling to exotic […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 1 comment

August 25th, 2008

Kathleen Walls - From Author to Self-Publisher to Publishing Business

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For more than a decade, since I met Kathleen (Katy) Walls, I’ve seen her move from author to self-publisher to forming a publishing business, Global Authors Publications (GAP).  I thought some suggestions from Katy would help writers understand the publishing business from the perspective of an author/publisher. 
Katy founded GAP in 2004 to publish her books from her Florida home.  […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 1 comment

August 20th, 2008

While We’re Talking About Harry Potter - Check Out “Beedle the Bard”

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While we’re on the topic of Harry Potter (see the post about Susan Gunelius and her book on the Harry Potter global phenomenon), why not take a look at a related book by J.R. Rowling?  This is just another example of the expert marketing and branding that Susan mentions. Harry Potter fans are intrigued by any reference to a […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

August 19th, 2008

Susan Gunelius: Exploring the Harry Potter Phenomenon

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The Harry Potter Phenomenon has captured young and older in its web with books, movies, and paraphernalia.  What has made these books so popular that this became a brand in itself and skyrocketed to fame?
Susan Gunelius explores this in her book, Harry Potter - The Story of a Global Business Phenomenon.
I interviewed Susan, since I’ve […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 9 comments

August 15th, 2008

Susan Gunelius, Author of Harry Potter Marketing Phenomenon Book to Visit Home Biz Notes

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Susan Gunelius, author of Harry Potter, The Story of a Global Business Phenomenon, will visit Home Biz Notes, on Tuesday, August 19, the day her book is launched in the United States.
You won’t want to miss this upcoming interview with Susan, also a b5 blogger at Brand Curve.  We learn how and why she wrote the […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 2 comments

July 20th, 2008

Use A Book & A Website To Build Your Business Vision & Brand

Emma Jones is the editor of Enterprise Nation, the UK’s premier home business site and the author of Spare Room Startup: How To Start A Business From Home
Emma has written a wonderful book chock full of useful information, but also beautifully presented and styled. As a lot of business owners are keen to write […]

By Yvonne Russell -- 0 comments

July 18th, 2008

The Value Of Writing A Book To Establish Yourself As An Expert

Emma Jones is the editor of Enterprise Nation, the UK’s premier home business site and the author of Spare Room Startup: How To Start A Business From Home.
In what way do you think that writing a book helps establish credibility as an authority in the field?
You cannot put a value on it. When you […]

By Yvonne Russell -- 1 comment

July 14th, 2008

Spare Room Startup - The Book - Peek Behind The Scenes With Author Emma Jones

Emma Jones is the editor of Enterprise Nation, the UK’s premier home business site and the author of Spare Room Startup: How To Start A Business From Home.

Did you catch my book review? For an added glimpse inside the book, check out the video. But for now, we’re going behind the scenes with the author […]

By Yvonne Russell -- 0 comments

July 12th, 2008

Keen To Write A Business Book? Tips From Spare Room Startup Author Emma Jones

Emma Jones is the editor of Enterprise Nation, the UK’s premier home business site and the author of Spare Room Startup: How To Start A Business From Home.
She shared some tips for Home Biz Notes readers interested in writing a business book. I’m sure it will inspire you.
How long did it take you to […]

By Yvonne Russell -- 1 comment

April 18th, 2008

Alyson Stanfield Focuses on Promotion for Artists…& Other Businesses

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Artist and author, Alyson Stanfield visits Home Biz Notes today answering questions about her book, I’d Rather Be In The Studio! The Artist’s No Excuse Guide to Self-Promotion.  Although the books focuses on promotion tips for artists, you’ll find much helpful information and suggestions for any home business owner. 
Alyson is here as part of the […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 6 comments