The Last Case Of Smallpox On A Passenger Liner

In 1971 I was a surgeon on the P&O liner Orcades. On Christmas morning early the phone rang, could I come and look at someone with a weird rash. The patient was Goanese, and was one of a batch of 20 or so that had been flown in to Singapore some 5 days ago to relieve others due leave. His problem was spots and slight fever. They were on the young man’s arms and chest, raised from the surface of the skin, with a central dimple, and in medical jargon 'umbilicated.' This was big jump from treating seasickness.

Reality Check:Anyone Can Be a Published Author

The self-publishing industry has grown by leaps and bounds thanks to advances in digital printing, and of course the Internet as a promotional and sales tool. Like many other Internet-driven opportunities, the self-publishing field is fraught with hazards and wrapped in confusion. These days, it's so easy; anyone can be a published author. Self-publishing is the way, and marketing is the key.

How a Writing Circle Can Help Get You Published

Want to get your book published? A writer's circle could give you everything you need!

A Writer's Journey Part 2 - Putting It All Together

How to self publish your book. Then how to get it out 'there'.

Why Internet Publishing is Better (for authors)

Got a book to sell? Written a novel? Should I waste my time submitting to publishers and getting rejected, or should I take charge of my own life?

How to Write and Sell Your Novel

Have you always wanted to write and sell a novel but weren't sure where to start? Here are time tested and proven tips on writing, agents, publishers and marketing

Getting Your Work Published?

The first challenge any writer has is getting their work published. Thankfully the internet has come to the rescue. Whilst many people aspire to being authors most stop at the first challenge - getting published. How many great authors and great writers the world never came to know because to this we will never know. Most publishers are so bombarded with...

How to Write a Sales Letter to Effectively Promote Your E-book

Once you've written your e-book, you will spend nine times as much energy promoting it as you did writing it. Following are five areas you should cover in your sales letter to promote your e-book.

How Self-Published Books Create Highly Profitable Businesses

When you use your self-published books as a sales tool to identify customers and make additional sales, then your self-published books become a money-generating tool that can drive a million-dollar business.

Author Website Mistakes to Avoid - Part I

A website is an author's first chance to make a first impression with readers. It’s design, readability, and ease of use is a reflection of both you and your book. When done well, an effective website can do wonders for an author’s career. Whereas a poorly crafted website can result in lost sales and missed opportunities. Here is part 1 of the top mistakes should be avoided.

Successful Self-Publishing

Self Publishing is a challenging task for many authors. All the hard work put in by the author to bring her book to shape is just he tip of the iceberg. She has to then find a trusted printer to print her books. The hardest part will be to get the books into the limelight. For this a carefully structured marketing plan is an absolute must for the commercial viability and success of the author's book project.

Why Did Omar Burn Down The Alexandria Library?

Often when observing the human race, members of our online think tank have pondered the question; has the human race for gotten more than it has ever learned? And this is an interesting topic because so often we say that those who fail to understand their history are doomed to repeat it. One has to ask what Omar was thinking when he ordered the Alexandria ancient library burned to the ground? Why did he do it?

Tips From A Road Warrior

Terrified of book signings? Fear not! A book tour is a great way to meet the public and potential readers. Here are a few fresh ideas to help get your campaign off the ground.

Why Would an Author Write a Book Review of Their Own Book on an Online Article Submission Site?

We all know that typically authors do not write their own book reviews right? Wrong, for instance on Amazon there is a place for authors to make a statement. The introduction of a book is also a book review or overview of the book. Why might an author write a book review of their own book for an online article submission Site? Well there are many reasons...