Archive for July, 2003

Tonya Evans

Clearing Up the Confusion About Copyright

Saturday, July 19th, 2003

Do you think you should patent the name of your company, trademark your book, and copyright your invention? In other words, are you confused about which term correctly applies to which type of intellectual property and how the three types can, in fact, interrelate under certain circumstances?

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Cynthia Brian

Think Like a Producer: A Strategy for Making It in the Media

Saturday, July 19th, 2003

As a media coach, I get a call almost every day asking for “just five minutes” of my time so I can explain everything you need to do to be successful on TV or radio. Of course, it’s not that easy but since I’ve been both a producer and a host for more than 25 years, I do understand the challenges everyone faces.

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No one Faces Rejection More Often than an Author

Saturday, July 19th, 2003

Why do so many books get their start being published by the author? Rejection! The explanation is simple and let us not blame the publisher for failing to recognize good writing.

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Brian Jud

A Meeting of the Minds

Saturday, July 19th, 2003

Many independent publishers try to improve their businesses by seeking the advice of professional consultants. Although these experts may be helpful, they can also be expensive.

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Fern Reiss

The Publishing Game Presents…

Saturday, July 19th, 2003

All reviewers hate self-published books. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get your book reviewed. Self-published authors constantly ask which reviewers are biased against self-published books. The truth is, almost all reviewers are biased against self-published books.

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Ron Pramschufer

Which trade customs do I need to worry about when I am dealing with the printer?

Saturday, July 19th, 2003

An unexpected stay in the hospital gave me new insight into understanding trade customs and their application in all of our business dealings. I think you’ll like it.

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