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Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 15th March 2008 @ 10:01 PM

Most people get foxed while finding ways of going about trying to promote their self-published work. It becomes an even more difficult task when you don't have a publisher. When you give the responsibility to your publisher, you really don't have much to do, except sign a few copies and get famous fast. The only sad part is that you may get ripped off and won't even know it. The proceeds of your hard work should be entirely yours, and no one else's. Once the book is r... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 15th March 2008 @ 8:23 PM

The ads in an e-Book are the first source of the commercial marketing potential of your e-Book. These ads can bring great revenues from your e-Book. Yes, these are the pay-per-click ads. You should make the most of the pay-per-click ad features available to market your e-Book. The most effective pay-per-click sites available are the best search engines of today, for example, Google, Yahoo, MSN, or online advertising networks such as MIVA. These ads should be small but catchy. Decide the ... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Jimmy Cox @ Saturday, 15th March 2008 @ 3:33 PM

Books are wonderful in making a magic and yet a very real environment. Those who speak to us through them are more intimate and have more influence over us than our living companions. "Tell me what you read," observed Goethe, "and I will tell you what you are." Because our experience is so limited and because books interpret the experiences of thousands of years, we naturally learn most from them. Carlyle says, "The true university of these days is a collection of books, and ... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Derek Dashwood @ Sunday, 9th March 2008 @ 6:20 AM

Among antique history books the bravery and wit of Benjamin Franklin has no equal. Here we discuss one of those rare events of history that has been hidden in some dusty book: there are many more fully known events that led up to the American War of Independence. After the men of the King had nailed up the latest and final straw Edict from The King in every town center, taxes to be raised, all guns and muskets to be handed in, British soldiers could enter any home, public or private meet... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 3:59 AM

Ideas, writing, design and photography are some factors that can make a magazine attractive and great. The worth of a magazine depends a lot on how it catches not only the eyes, but also the hearts of the reader. You can find different types of magazines like: General interest magazines: This type of magazine is published for a wide audience and the focus is either on one or many different subjects. Every general interest magazine is tailored for a specific enthusiast reader. These... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 1:30 AM

Books are inspirational tools that can change people who are probably at a very low peak in their lives. Books elevate them to a higher level. Books are known as the powerhouse of inspiration. They are a sea of wealth, not in terms of money, but the ability to lift a man poor in spirit to a level of success and new heights. We have heard of so many various books in the market. In their own way, they contribute in some way to our growth, mentally and physically. The right kind of books can... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 1:27 AM

Business management books are available on all topics related to it, forming a truly great body of information. There are books on every aspect, every situation, every practice, and principle related to business management. The books are also all-inclusive, ranging from small, proprietary businesses, to business management of big, multinational companies. Mostly these books fall into the following categories, as these categories form the basic elements or aspects of business management:... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 1:26 AM

Auctions are also great places to buy used books at a discounted price. Some auction houses also offer book lots, where books have been clubbed together and sold as lots. You can have a preview of these books and check out the reserve price before deciding to bid on it. All the books at the auctions will be sold on an 'as-is' basis, which basically means what you see is what you get. Auction houses also charge a Buyers commission, which is around 20% of the sale or 'hammer... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 1:19 AM

Today television and video games are the norm in any household, not just in the United States, but throughout the world. To keep children engrossed with something constructive, audio books provide a very good option. Audio books have a large share of the music book industry. They provide a very exciting and educational substitute. These audio books help a child to enhance their listening skills. Parents can build up an audio library for their children and find benefits for both. They can... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 1:16 AM

Children should be encouraged to read books. Once this step is achieved, it is a good idea to scout around for a book club where children can meet at a particular time and read books together. If there is no book club nearby, then you could even start your own book club in your house or backyard. All you need are some books and some lemonade or milk and cookies. You can invite your neighborhood children to come along with some of their books, and children can then exchange their books at the boo... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 1:14 AM

A book is an alcove of treasure, and you just need to dive in and get the pearls. But, the choice to make of which book to select is important. As we all know, reading is a great hobby, and also contributive towards our personal growth. But today, with the onslaught of thousands of authors and millions of books, it is quite perplexing at times to know which book to read. In our lives, we come across people, maybe neighbors, colleagues and friends or relatives, who are avid readers. Some m... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 1:10 AM

Just as watching American Idol won't make you a good singer, reading Handyman books might not make you a master repairman. However, these books will definitely teach you how to avoid costly mistakes. They will also give you important tips and shortcuts on how to get your repair work done. The important thing to note is that handyman books are just visual indications to show you how you can do a job quickly and safely. But when all is said and done, it is your technical skill, which ... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 1:07 AM

An audio book involves the recording of the contents of a book read aloud by someone like actors, actresses or simply good readers. Often they may have the reading done in various accents for proper effect. There is a misconception that the kids would soon feel bored because of the dull reading. However, the creators of such books are making an effort to make the experience as attractive, interesting, and as interactive as possible. They are also coming up with fully dramatized versions ... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 12:58 AM

Parenting means bringing up a child from infancy to adulthood. Recent research shows that most of the positive or negative traits apparent in a young person have their roots in their childhood experience and upbringing. Parenting thus becomes a big concern not only for the parents but for the educators, social workers, child psychologists and pediatricians as well. There are a number of informative books available on parenting. How to choose the right one is the question! There are many ... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 12:56 AM

When it comes to giving to a child, the first things that come to mind are toys or books. Perhaps choosing a toy is easier than a book. There are certain things to keep in mind, when it comes to choosing the right book to give a child. The first thing to consider is the age and gender of the child. After that, to know what the subject of the book should be. Perhaps it helps to speak with the parents of the child concerning the child's interests and hobbies. For example, if it is a ma... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 6th March 2008 @ 12:50 AM

Reading is not just a hobby, but also a need for many. Books make good companions to many books lovers. Today books are available on every subject; there is fiction, non-fiction, and one can choose from various authors that fill the bookshelves. Books have always been a part of life for many. Initially there were books only on study material. Books no longer only symbolize studies. Now they also offer entertainment as well as some quality and factual information. There are books for all... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 4th March 2008 @ 1:11 AM

Writing is a talent that exists within. It flows out of you, like a never-ending stream of valuable work. It is not easy for just anyone and everyone to become a writer. You must have a good command of the language and creative expression. Your writing needs to have magic that will create an interest in people and glue them to reading. Usually, when a writer has published his book, he then gets organized for book signing. It could be a very successful and high profile event if planned in an orga... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 4th March 2008 @ 1:09 AM

It takes effort, requires talent, and a whole lot of hard work to write a book. A book is a precious piece of art. A book can be worth a lot more than its sticker price, if you benefit in some way by reading it -- it could even change your life. A writer puts in so much of his own creative thoughts and ideas, that others are able to draw much benefit from its vast waters of information. It takes writers months, and much mental energy, to complete such a task. Knowledge is made available n the fo... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 4th March 2008 @ 12:39 AM

Reading material post Rennaisance was the best thing that ever happened to man. The amount of scope and the avenues opened to absorb fresh ideas and information were limitless and are now even further enhanced in the 21st century with wireless technology. Magazines, periodicals, newspapers and journals are all forms of reading material marketed over the world and the content of each may differ according to the target community catered to. Magazines fall into two broad categories. There a... more...

Culture and Society » Books | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 28th February 2008 @ 7:09 AM

Self-publishing is a technique that has been followed by writers from all walks of life, for many years. Even in the old days, when writing was not yet developed, there were a few writers who would approach the printing presses directly and try to sell their work. This was and is one of the best methods to get your work published. Yes, it could get tiring and cumbersome, but it is more fruitful in the end, especially in monetary terms, as there are less chances of your getting cheated or... more...