I used to do a ton of giveaways here, and while I still think they can be a really great source of traffic on some blogs, they really weren’t working here. Let me tell you why.

We’re thrilled to have author Debby Mayne here visiting us while on her virtual tour for her book, Sweet Baklava. Debby was kind enough to answer some interview questions for us, so be sure to check those out.

One thing I learned from hosting giveaways here is that people need words of encouragement. All the time.

I’ve got the best possible gift for any Mad Men fan: Sterling’s Gold: Wit and Wisdom of an Ad Man.

Sometimes I think writers can get a little cranky. Or, more to the point, they see things a bit negatively.

If you read our interview with author Naseem Rakha today you know what great reviews her book The Crying Tree: A Novel has received. When I asked Naseem about it, she said: I’m *extremely* grateful for the positive feedback and attention The Crying Tree has received. It’s an international best seller; won the Pacific NW [...]

Keeping track of your time is one of the key parts to running a successful freelance writing business.

We haven’t had a giveaway in awhile here, so why not start that practice again, this time with a book we can all use.

I have another great Chicken Soup for the Soul book to giveaway. This time it’s about love, and isn’t that the most perfect subject this time of year?

Who doesn’t love the Chicken Soup for the Soul books? Seriously, they provide a smile on those days when you really need it.