The JOURNEY AWARDS for Narrative Non-fiction Book Awards 2016 Official Finalist List
We are pleased to announce the JOURNEY Awards Official Finalists List for 2016, otherwise known as the "Short List" from all the 2016 entries received.
WAKING REALITY by Donna LeClair, a courageous memoir about surviving abuse
LeClair will capture your heart with her direct honesty and fairytale-like prose. Her engaging memoir will not disappoint readers as she recounts the family drama and abuse she survived from the 1960s.
BROKEN PLACES by Rachel Thompson, a Memoir of Abuse by Rachel Thompson – Child Abuse, Women’s Poetry, Sexual Abuse, Self-Help
This candidly and well-written memoir will resonate with childhood sexual abuse survivors and their allies. An impetus for a much-needed culture shift - empowering children to report abuse and for grown-ups to listen to them.
Third in the Seven Must-Haves for Authors series by Kiffer Brown
What is the cornerstone of any successful author's promotional platform? Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Publishing! I was asked by Orna Ross of Alliance of Independent Authors to share what I consider to be the “Seven Must-Haves for Independent Authors” at UPublishU event that was held at the Book Expo of America 2016 held in Chicago. Of course, I agreed! However, the Seven Must-Haves are applicable for all authors whether they are self-published, small press published, traditionally published, or hybrid published. Today, I am addressing the second of the Seven Must-Haves for Authors. What is the cornerstone of any author platform? Editorial Book Reviews Why? Why is it that the big traditional publishing houses have staff and contractors whose main job responsibility is to secure editorial book reviews for their upcoming releases? First a PDQ lesson about the different types of reviews (and, yes, books should have all four): Editorial Reviews by professional reviewers in the publishing industry (required by librarians before purchase) Peer Reviews by peer authors or same genre authors who further up the top-selling list Consumer Reviews by individual consumers (readers) Manuscript Overviews: these are pre-editing, pre-publication evaluations Why are Editorial Reviews Important to Traditional Publishers? Editorial Reviews are needed for pre-launch sales, bookseller tradeshows, sales catalogs, distributor catalogs, sell sheets, and to create marketing collateral. Editorial Reviews establish credibility and competence in the publishing marketplace. Editorial Reviews help set the tone for reader interaction. Editorial Reviews give readers the language and vocabulary to write [...]
Quotes for MEMORIAL DAY and Suggested Books that remember the sacrifices of those who served their country – Kiffer Brown
“Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.” – President Harry S. Truman. We at Chanticleer Reviews are honored to present four excellent reads that exemplify the honor and courage of the men and women who serve in the U.S. military.
What is the Single Most Important Publishing Tool for Indie Authors?
What is the single most important publishing tool for first-time authors? Find out in this second article on the Seven Must-Haves for Authors --Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Publishing.
THE COMPASSIONATE CONSPIRACY by Dr. Phil Johnson, a practical guide to connect the world
A practical guide to help us discover our passions and develop a personal plan to help those less fortunate and help breathe hope into the global family.
LIVE LIFE WITH EASE by Dr. Harish Malhotra, a practical self-help guide on self-healing
By weaving humorous metaphors, Dr. Malhotra, psychiatrist, blesses us with ways to confront fear, worry, addiction, lack of self-worth, sleeplessness, and unhealthy eating.
I’ll TAKE YOU HOME KATHLEEN by J.P. Kenna, a historical fiction novel
A gripping tome of historical fiction that follows two Irish families who immigrated to the U.S. after Ireland's Great Famine. Well-researched and well-told story of the social, economic, and political currents of the late 1800s.
Launch into Boating Season with 5 Inspiring Nautical Adventures
Boating season begins in the Pacific Northwest on the first Saturday in May, a tradition which goes back to the 1920's. To celebrate, we thought we would offer you this superb reading list of true story boating adventures by local northwest authors.