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Pop’s Day Starts Here … on a Buzzard’s Stump!

POP'S DAY BONANZA!! FREE GIFT-WRAP AND HANDWRITTEN MESSAGE PLUS BUZZARD BOOK FOR $12. (Purchase here onAmazon under new/used sellers "bookswithverve") I promote this book alongside author Alva Harris for a number of passionate reasons. Born on a Buzzard's Stump is a rare type of memoir; in fact, it's more like a fun bunch of stories that would be told around a campfire or after dinner on the back porch. It is both comedic and poignant. At any given point in his eight decades of life, Alva has...

June 6, 2012By Janet FixBooks with Verve ::, Editing and Writingadventure, authors, books about fishing, books about nature, Coast Guard, creative writing, Fathers Day, legacy, memoir, Military, publishing, storytellingComments OffRead more...

Publishing So Fix

Well isn't this an interesting thought: Print on Demand is not only green, but good business. Amazon v. Publishers: The Book Battle Continues Many thanks to www.passivevoice.com, an inspiring and informative blog site for writers and other industry professionals. ~~ Jan Fix, Wordshaper

April 28, 2012By Janet FixEditing and Writingauthors, books, hybrid publishing, indie authors, print on demand, publishing, self-publishing, writers0 CommentsRead more...

For Every Season, Forgiveness

It's a book about forgiveness. And cowboys. And doing what's right. And a horse named Whisky!! Ken Capps' first book surely foreshadows more great stories to come. Just what the world needs now. For presale at www.forgivingwaters.com

April 18, 2012By Janet FixBooks with Verve ::, Editing and Writingauthors, books, compassion, creative writing, developmental editing, editing, indie authors, publishing, self-publishing, story development, storytelling, writers, writing0 CommentsRead more...

The Relevance is in the Awakening

Musings From the Pipeline, by Janet Fix ~~ May 19 RELEASE :: Rude Awakenings by author Keith Donaldson On three novels now, I have I had the pleasure of working with Keith (thank you, Keith), an inventive writer whose mind tumbles so fast-forward at times that I feel I can see the future through his eyes. That case is none the more true than in this novel, his third, where we worked diligently through the editorial process to refine and capture the...

March 27, 2012By Janet FixBooks with Verve ::, Editing and Writingauthors, books, developmental editing, hybrid publishing, indie authors, new novels, political thrillers, positive attitude, professional editing, publishing, story development, website, writing0 CommentsRead more...

True Grit :: Tell Your Story

Readers want to hear your story. Let us help you get started.

March 10, 2012By Janet Fix'Tude with Verve ::authors, books, compassion, Content editing, indie authors, motivation, publishing, self-publishing, story development, writers, writing0 CommentsRead more...

Spring Cleaning Leads to Wrinkles

~~ Editor Jan Fix ~~ As we crawl out of our winter caves and begin thinking about springtime, I find myself looking forward to all the buzzing delights of this time of year: Easter, March Madness, Pattie’s Day, bulbs flowering from the ground, prepping the lawn and garden, planning for spring break, not thinking about taxes. White shoes and snappy hats. Then snap, I’m thinking about spring cleaning. Cleaning up my shabby self, a new haircut, getting rid of my winter rolls,...

March 8, 2012By Janet FixBooks with Verve ::authors, books, editing, hybrid publishing, indie authors, positive attitude, publishing, writers, writing0 CommentsRead more...

Student of My Author Self :: NaNoWriMo

~~ by Editor Jan This November, I became a student of myself. Below are seven insights I gained about myself as a writer -- and editor -- and person in general -- having participated in National Novel Writing Month, November 2011. For those of you who may not know what NaNoWriMo is: Each year this organization encourages writers, new and experienced, to engage in complete "literary abandon" and write freely to achieve 50,000 words in 30 days -- the ultimate goal...

December 10, 2011By Janet FixEditing and Writingauthors, books, compassion, indie authors, motivation, NaNoWriMo, positive attitude, publishing, self-publishing, writers, writing0 CommentsRead more...

The Skinny on All Things Arizona: author J. Carson Black

I've never lived in Arizona, but I could probably make my way around there better than most newcomers just by having read so many J. Carson Black novels. Specifically today, I'm encouraging readers to try the J. Carson Black trifecta: three brilliant crime novels featuring Detective Laura Cardinal, including Darkness on the Edge of Town, Darkside of the Moon, and the Devil's Hour (my personal favorite) -- all in one convenient package. It is rare to experience a series of...

November 5, 2011By Janet FixBooks with Verve ::authors, books, indie authors, professional editing, publishing, self-publishing, writers0 CommentsRead more...

Demand a Reciprocity of Your Passion — “Guts,” Part 2

~~by Editor Jan (Part 2 in the "Guts" blog) Authors: Demand a reciprocity of your passion! Surround yourself with professionals who match your intensity for each written word in your manuscript; who look at things from new angles and will share those with you, respectfully and with good humor; and who enjoy the new flavors of innovation. This doesn’t have to be expensive, mysterious, or time-consuming. Be relentless and demanding in your selection of creative people who can assist you not just...

October 25, 2011By Janet FixEditing and Writingauthors, books, Content editing, copy editing, developmental editing, editing, hybrid publishing, indie authors, mechanical editing, professional editing, publishing, self-publishing, writers, writing0 CommentsRead more...

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