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Pregnancy Myths, Dos, and Don'ts
What's safe to eat during pregnancy? Can hair dye hurt the fetus? How about changing the litterbox? Your pregnancy has attracted plenty of well-meaning advice on what to avoid to maintain your health. So, what to believe (other than what your doctor tells you)? Eating Cheese and Processed Meats During Pregnancy The CDC says listeriosis, a food-borne illness with mild flu-like symptoms that can be overlooked, can result in premature delivery, miscarriage, severe illness, or death of the baby.
As Temperatures Soar into the 90s- Get tips on how to prevent heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and heatstroke
by Star Lawrence This summer has been a scorcher in much of the nation, with temperatures soaring into the 90s from the western Plains to the East Coast. What’s Hot? But the line on the thermometer is not the only way weathermen define heat.
The Flying Nun, Oprah, and Me - by John Riddle
When I was 17 and a few months away from graduating HS in 1970, our family lived in public housing projects in Chester, PA. While watching an episode of “The Flying Nun” one night, I was intrigued by the closing credits that were dedicated to one of the writers who had passed away. Right then and there I prayed, and asked God if he wouldn’t mind making me a writer one day. Moments later, I felt inspired to write my own episode.
“A publicist called me about ‘republishing’ my book. What’s up with that?!”
Q – I was called by a “publicist” about republishing my book that they saw on Amazon. (It’s not supposed to be there because my lawyer was supposed to give them a cease and desist order since it was from Tate Publishing.) The website for this “publicist” is (removed). Do you have any intel on these folks? I suspect they’re bottom feeders, but I’ve never heard of them before. Thanks! Joe A – That’s no publicist and I commend you on recognizing this common scam.
Freelance Writing Success Without Bylines? Yes!! by Ellen Levitt
During the past several months, I’ve gotten good freelance writing opportunities from two websites. One site pays a decent amount and the other pays quite well. And, the editor of the better paying site has been receptive to many of my suggestions for articles. However, there is one harsh drawback to each of these sites: my articles do not carry my byline. I like making money for my writing and also want my name to be seen alongside these articles.
What?! New Authors Are Being Solicited by “Free” Publishers? How to Avoid This Common Scam…
I received the following email last week: Angela, I have received two phone calls from someone at (a vanity publisher) offering to republish my book. A quick internet search revealed that the firm’s reputation is not too good (to put it mildly!). Reviews said “scam” and “don’t touch this company”. As you can guess, I hung up! I receive emails like this all the time from our authors. This is a growing problem in the industry.
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