Did You Miss the Book Launch for Cafe Tempest In New York on Thursday May 28th?

I wasn't able to be there either, but click the link below to get a glimpse of the event and hear Barbara Bonfigli talk about her new fictional memoir - Cafe Tempest ----

Spend a few minutes with Barbara Bonfigli from her book launch which happened in New York on Thursday May 28th at the fabulous Greek Restaurant Periyali on 20th - http://corinescorner.com/blog2/2009/05/on-may-28th-i-attended-book-party.htm

(Click on the image to see a larger version of this invitation.)

Are you a book blogger? Are you a book lover? Are you interested in finding a book that will transport you to an exotic locale? You NEED to learn more about this book.

We will be working with author, Barbara Bonfigli during the summer and we can't wait to share her debut novel and fictional memoir- Cafe Tempest. Get your "ticket" now for a summer trip to a Greek island......

For much more information about Cafe Tempest and Barbara Bonfigli -- http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2009/05/cafe-tempest-by-barbara-bonfigli-summer.html

Just the FAQs Blog Tour with MaAnna Stephenson Begins July 6

Just the FAQs Blog Tour with MaAnna Stephenson

July 6-31

Join nationally acclaimed author, MaAnna Stephenson, on her blog book tour this July. Two decades of technical writing, web design and marketing for countless private clients and community groups have led her to produce a new instructional series titled Just the FAQs, the ultimate user-friendly guides to the technical aspects of internet marketing and promotions.

Each time a blog visitor comments on any or all of the blog stops, they will be entered in a random drawing for two free Just the FAQs classes. Not only that, but every commenter is a winner and will receive a copy of MaAnna Stephenson's e-book the Quick Step Guide. If you haven't already read her books, be sure to pick up the series at http://www.justthefaqs.net/ebooks.shtml .

Series Description

Just the FAQs is a series of e-books that are the ultimate user-friendly guides to marketing and promotions on the Internet. They help authors create online marketing sites that work. Just the FAQs e-books are written specifically for those who are new to online marketing and contain no geek-speak and no tech-talk. They will help you:

• Dramatically reduce the learning curve in setting up a blog with RSS feeds the right way, the first time.
• Fully prepare to be a knowledgeable, confident owner of sites that get results.
• Gather and organize all content needed on both static and Web 2.0 sites by using printable worksheets.
• Get quickly setup with major article directories and acquire tips for running a smooth article marketing campaign.
• Become educated on the technical aspects of online marketing without all the hard-to-understand technical terminology.
• Quickly and easily follow the documentation with color-enhanced instructions that appeal to the more creatively-minded client.

Finally, books for non-geeks!

Individual Book Descriptions

Just the FAQs - Quick Step Guide Just the essentials for setting up a blog with RSS Feeds. Once you see how easy it is to use JTF eBooks, we know you'll come back for more. (Free to download at http://www.justthefaqs.net)

Just the FAQs - Blogs Guides you step-by-step through creating, customizing, and optimizing your blog on Blogger with no geek-speak and no-tech talk. If you can click a mouse, you can have a presence on the Web.

Just the FAQs - RSS Feeds Guides you step-by-step through creating, customizing, and optimizing RSS Feeds for your blog on FeedBurner with no geek-speak and no-tech talk. If you can click a mouse, you can have a presence on the Web. A perfect companion book to Just the FAQs – Blogs.

Just the FAQs - Web Sites This easy-to-read book includes all the information you need to learn about domains, hosting, and design elements. It also includes three printable worksheets that will help you organize your marketing information and tips to help you avoid costly pitfalls of Web site ownership.

Just the FAQs - Articles Step-by-step instructions for registering and submitting to major article directories. Included are tips and tricks to help you organize and streamline your article marketing campaign.

About MaAnna Stephenson:
MaAnna Stephenson is a nationally acclaimed author, and woodcarver based in Nashville, Tennessee. Two decades of technical writing, web design and marketing for countless private clients and community groups have led her to produce a new instructional series titled Just the FAQs, the ultimate user-friendly guides to the technical aspects of internet marketing and promotions.

Formally trained in electronics, technical writing, acoustics, and music, MaAnna lives immersed in the relationship between science and the intuitive arts. Four years of intense research into these topics resulted in the writing of The Sage Age - Blending Science with Intuitive Wisdom, which was featured in Publishers Weekly shortly after its debut.

MaAnna is also a multi-instrumentalist and published composer with international airplay. Her unique woodcarvings have been featured in Scrollsaw, Woodworking & Crafts and Woodcarving Illustrated.

You are welcome to see her other works at the following sites:

http://www.JustTheFAQs.net

http://www.SageAge.net

http://www.HeartwoodArt.com

Just the FAQs Tour Schedule with MaAnna Stephenson: We are currently booking tour stops. If you are interested in taking part int this tour email us at virturalblogtours (at) yahoo.com

MaAnna Stephenson Just the FAQs Blog Tour

July 6-31

July 6 – Sharing With Writers - http://sharingwithwriters.blogspot.com/2009/07/maanna-stephenson-shares-top-two-things.html – Guest Post

July 7 – Principled Profit http://principledprofit.com/good-business-blog/qa-with-maanna-stephenson-author-of-just-the-faqs-ebooks-series/2009/07/07/ - Interview

July 8 – Book Marketing Maven - http://bookmarketingmaven.typepad.com/book_marketing_maven/2009/07/todays-guest-interview-is-from-maanna-stephenson-who-developed-the-just-the-faq-series-of-ebooks-and-classes-to-help-authors.html - Interview

July 10 – Katie Hines Walking on Water - http://katiehines.blogspot.com/2009/07/meet-e-book-author-maanna-stephenson.html - Interview

July 14 – The Creative Penn - http://www.thecreativepenn.com/2009/07/14/just-the-faqs/ - Interview

July 16 – The New Author - http://the-new-author.blogspot.com/2009/07/just-faqs-blog-tour.html – Excerpt

July 17 – Writer Round About http://www.writersroundabout.com – Interview and Review

July 20 -- The Writer Today http://www.thewritertoday.com/2009/07/just-faqs-with-maanna-stephenson.html – Interview

July 21 -- Books and Authors http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/2009/07/just-faqs-maamermaanna.html - Interview

July 22 – Books and Authors http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/2009/07/talking-with-maanna-stephenson.html - Review

July 27 – A Book Inside Blog http://abookinside.blogspot.com/2009/07/do-you-need-website-ask-maanna.html - Interview

July 29 – Marketing Tips for Authors http://blog.marketingtipsforauthors.com/2009/07/blogs-and-rss-feeds-just-faqs-blog-tour.html

How to Overcome This Sluggish Economy by Barbara Weaver Smith

Monica shares Barbara Weaver Smith’s article on How To Overcome This sluggish Economy on her blog - http://www.asuccessfulwoman.com/success/2009/05/29/overcome-this-sluggish-economy-by-barbara-weaver-smith

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

Freckleface Strawberry and the Dodgeball Bully by Julianne Moore visits Booking Mama on Her Virtual Book Tour

Julie Peterson shares her review (and her young son’s thoughts) about Freckleface Strawberry and the Dodgeball Bully - http://bookingmama.blogspot.com/2009/05/review-freckleface-strawberry-and.html

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

Frankie the Walk 'n Roll Dog Virtual Book Tour

Barbara Techel was on vacation when she got some heartbreaking news. Her beloved dachshund, Frankie, had been injured in a freak accident. If Frankie lived, she might be paralyzed. Would Frankie survive? Could Barbara care for a severely disabled dog?

Frankie recovered and thrived, and she kept rolling with a custom-fit wheelchair. Her story is told in a unique picture book for children, Frankie the Walk 'n Roll Dog. This book was awarded the 2008 National Best Book Award (children’s picture book soft cover) by USA Book News, the Merial Human-Animal Bond Award by Dog Writer’s Association of America, and the Editor’s Choice Award by Allbooks Review. It was also a finalist in the 2008 Indie Excellence Awards. Frankie herself was inducted into the 2009 Wisconsin Pet Hall of Fame.

Barbara has written: "I absolutely believe animals were put on this earth to awaken us and teach us what life is truly about ... When Frankie ruptured a disk in her back in 2006 ...I struggled ... letting sorrow, at first, take over. As Frankie began to heal, I realized she was still the same Frankie even though she was now paralyzed. She did not let her physical handicap get in the way of being the same sweet dog she was before her accident. Realizing the opportunity to share this lesson with others, I wrote Frankie’s life story. It is told by Frankie herself, through me, her loving human mom."

Children love this book, and it resonates with dog lovers, families of kids with disabilities, and book lovers of all ages.

Please join us in June for Barbara and Frankie's virtual book tour! Throughout the month of June, authors, bloggers, parents, and animal experts will share their book reviews, interviews with Barbara, and other contributions.

There will be a SPECIAL OFFER FOR VISITORS TO THE VIRTUAL BLOG TOUR. Each guest who comments on a post in Barbara and Frankie's tour will be entered in a drawing for some fun, unique gifts that will especially appeal to Frankie fans and other dog lovers. We will give away several items from Frankie's store. These include two Frankie t-shirts and two Frankie tote bags.

We may also have a few more great bloggers joining this tour, so stay tuned for updates!

• Mon, June 1 -- Author, mom, and disability advocate Elizabeth at a moon worn as if it were a shell (http://elizabethaquino.blogspot.com) publishes Barb's guest post exploring how to help siblings and friends understand kids who have disabilities.
  
  
• Tue, June 2 -- Veterinarian Dr. Kim Bloomer and her mastiff Shadrach posts Shadrach's interview with Frankie at Bark 'n Blog (http://www.bark-n-blog.com).
  


• Wed, June 3 -- Ellen publishes her interview with Barbara at To the Max (http://www.lovethatmax.blogspot.com), where she writes about parenting and life, including her beautiful son who has cerebral palsy.
  
  
• Thu, June 4 -- Alicia at Welcome to My Planet (http://www.welcometomyplanet4.blogspot.com) posts her book review. Alicia is an author and blogger who explores many things through her writing, including parenting kids who are on the autism spectrum.
  
  
• Fri, June 5 -- Book blogger Cheryl Koch posts her review at Cheryl's Book Nook (http://cherylsbooknook.blogspot.com).
  
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• Mon, June 8 -- Writer and dog trainer Charlotte Mielziner posts her interview with Barbara at Children's Dog Books (http://www.childrensdogbooks.blogspot.com).
  
  
• Tue, June 9 -- Dawn Kairns at Maggie, the Dog Who Changed My Life (http://maggiethedogwhochangedmylife.blogspot.com) publishes Barb's guest post, exploring how Barbara's relationship with Frankie changed her life.
  
  
• Wed, June 10 -- Author and book blogger Margay Roberge posts her review and interview at Moonlight, Lace and Mayhem
  (http://moonlightlacemayhem.blogspot.com).



• Thu, June 11 -- Margay Roberge posts her review and guest post at Margay Leah Justice (http://margayleahjustice.com).
  
  AND Alicia at Welcome to My Planet (http://www.welcometomyplanet4.blogspot.com) shares Barbara's guest post.
  
  
• Fri, June 12 -- Paige posts her review at Nurse Mommy (http://www.thenursemommy.com).
  
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• Mon, June 15 -- Kyra at This Mom (http://kyraanderson.wordpress.com) posts her review. Kyra is a mom and writer who explores the joy and challenges of motherhood and raising an amazing son with Asperger's Syndrome.
  
  
• Tue, June 16 -- Yael Cohen posts a presentation at Get IEP Help (http://www.getiephelp.com), where she offers assistance with navigating the special education maze.
  
  
• Wed, June 17 -- Nikki Leigh posts an interview with Frankie (the heroine of the story) at Fictional Characters in Depth (http://www.blogcatalog.com/blog/fictional-characters-in-depth).
  
  
• Thu, June 18 -- Mom and book blogger Julie Peterson posts her review at Booking Mama (http://bookingmama.blogspot.com/).
  
  
• Fri, June 20 -- Julie Peterson at Booking Mama (http://bookingmama.blogspot.com/) publishes a guest post by Barbara.
  
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• Mon, June 22 -- Stephanie Ward publishes her review at Laughing Stars (http://laughingstars.homeschooljournal.net). Stephanie is a homeschooler, bibliophile, and mom of kids with "special needs"
  
  
• Tue, June 23 -- Christine posts her review at Day Sixty-Seven (http://daysixtyseven.blogspot.com), where she writes about parenting and raising a child on the autism spectrum.
  
  
• Wed, June 24 -- Author and book lover Christine Verstraete at Candid Canine (http://candidcanine.blogspot.com) posts her review.
  
  
• Thu, June 25 -- Author Yvonne Perry shares her review with Barbara at Writers in the Sky Podcast and Blog (http://yvonneperry.blogspot.com), where she shares a wealth of information about writing, publishing and book promotion.
  
  
• Fri, June 26 -- Stephanie Ward publishes Barbara and Frankie's interview with her children at Laughing Stars (http://laughingstars.homeschooljournal.net).
  
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• Mon, June 29 -- Rashmi at Mommy Reviewed (http://mommyreviewed.blogspot.com) shares a guest post by Barbara.
  
  
• Tue, June 30 -- Barb answers questions on Nikki Leigh's radio program (http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh).
  
  

For More Information and to Order the Book:

Joyful Paws

Frankie the Walk 'n Roll Dog at Amazon.com

Also Check Out http://www.joyfulpaws.typepad.com/

Avoid the Culture of Scarcity by Barbara Weaver Smith (Author of Whale Hunting Women)

Monica hosts Barbara Weaver Smith and they share an article on Avoiding the Culture of Scarcity - http://www.asuccessfulwoman.com/success/2009/05/28/overcome-the-culture-of-scarcity-by-barbara-weaver-smith

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

Hear a Teacher's Thoughts About Freckleface Strawberry and the Dodgeball Bully - Virtual Book Tour

Shelly Burns is a teacher and she shares her review and comments about Freckleface Strawberry and the Dodgeball Bully. From the outside this looks like its “just a picture book for kids”. But as an adult turns the pages and reads to the special child or children in their life – it turns into a great tool to help children understand some ways to deal with bullies and to accept people who are different. Take a look - http://writeforareader.blogspot.com/2009/05/blog-tour-review-freckleface-strawberry.html

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

Margay Leah Justice Talks About Freckleface Strawberry by Julianne Moore

Margay Leah Justice shares information about Freckleface Strawberry and Julianne Moore on her blog - http://moonlightlacemayhem.blogspot.com/2009/05/moonlight-shines-on-julianne-moore.html . Did you miss her review? It is posted on her other blog - http://margayleahjustice.com/?p=263

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

Getting Past the Minnow Mindset With Barbara Weaver Smith

Read the first in a series of three articles by Barbara Weaver Smith for Monica’s blog http://www.asuccessfulwoman.com/success/2009/05/27/breaking-the-minnow-mindset-by-barbara-weaver-smith/. Monica asked for articles to help women overcome the mindset that they are too small to handle whales (big business deals). Today, Barbara explains the “minnow mindset” and how to overcome that mindset which will hold you back. We will be sharing two more articles about overcoming the feeling that you can’t handle a big business deal over the next two days.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

Would You Like to Get Bigger Clients for Your Business? You NEED To Read this Book

Molly Gordon hosts Barbara Weaver Smith on her blog for the third time today. Today Molly shares some questions and answers from Barbara Weaver Smith about landing those "big deals" for your business. The size of your business is NOT what determines the size of the clients that you can attract -- learn more here http://www.shaboominc.com/blog/archives/qa_about_getting_biz_from_big_companies.html

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

Do You Have a Bully? Read About Freckleface Strawberry and How She Handles a Bully

Margay Leah Justice shares her Freckleface Strawberry review http://margayleahjustice.com/?p=263 . Its been interesting to see how this story is “transporting” the adults back to the tough times we all had in school. It is interesting how a story about a spunky little red headed girl and a bully. Stick with us during the tour and you will have plenty of chances to share your stories and to hear stories from other people who had a bully in their life.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

Find Out A Bit About Freckleface Strawberry and the Dodgeball Bully by Julianne Moore

Share Nikki Leigh’s review on Amazon for Freckleface Strawberry by Julianne Moore. We invite everyone who participates in the tour and others who read the book to post their review on Amazon to help others discover this great book. On Monday night – Freckleface Strawberry and the Dodgeball Bully was the #3 Children’s book about bullies on Amazon. Find out what the excitement is all about - http://www.amazon.com/review/RCAQRU8T6W6GG

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

Freckleface Strawberry by Julianne Moore - Videos for the Virtual Book Tour Begins May 26th

Our virtual book tour for Julianne Moore and Freckleface Strawberry and the Dodgeball Bully begins Tuesday May 26th - but we wanted to share the video of her interview on The Today Show this morning and a couple of other recent appearances. This could help get you in the mood for the tour - beginning soon.....

Julianne Moore Author of Freckleface Strawberry on Being a Writer - www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFcob8mRtec

Julianne Moore Author of Freckleface Strawberry About Reading - www.youtube.com/watch?v=rboRF5ipxPU

Julianne Moore Author of Freckleface Strawberry About being a Redhead with Freckles - www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JZYtwEpdbs

Julianne Moore Author of Freckleface Strawberry on Writing Children's Books - www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NlGFJW7AbQ

Julianne Moore on the Name "Freckleface Strawberry" - www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvFlqKdaogs

Julianne Moore Author of Freckleface Strawberry on Balancing Family and Career - www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4koJKpoNxc

For details about the virtual tour and the tour schedule, visit http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2009/04/freckleface-strawberry-by-julianne.html

Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy

Fox May 19th




Ellen Show – May 12th




Appearance on The View - Jan 30th

Brooke Green Interviews Barbara Weaver Smith About Whale Hunting Women Who Go After the Big Business Deals

Brooke Green shares her podcast with Barbara Weaver Smith where they talk about Whale Hunting Women and many other things. You can listen here http://ultimatesaleschick.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=482226

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

Molly Gordon's Podcast Interview with Barbara Weaver Smith

I wanted to take the chance to share this podcast with you - in case you missed it a couple of days ago.

Interview with a Whale Hunting Woman

Last week I reviewed Barbara Weaver Smith's book, Whale Hunting Women. Shortly afterward, I had a delightful conversation with her about how women (including self employed solo-preneurs) are uniquely qualified to seek and get business from much larger organizations.

You, lucky you, can listen in on the conversation or download the interview here (http://www.shaboominc.com/blog/downloads/whale-hunters.mp3). And for your edification, I asked Maggie to write up some of the highlights.

Maggie wrote:

• There are lots of additional resources (free) at Barbara's Web site, thewhalehunters.com
• Why women are uniquely qualified to seek and get business from organizations that are up to ten times the size of their own business.
• How to use the book to seek and get significant business (instead of just thinking about how cool it would be).
• The most important thing to remember (that we usually forget) when it comes to dealing with fear that we can't hold our own with the "big kids."
• The three core principles of Whale Hunting that women happen to rock at.
• What the self employed woman might not realize about bureaucracy in her own business (and why it matters)
• Why whales are scared. (!)
• What to say when you price work by the project, not the hour.
• The importance of collaboration.

Originally posted - http://www.shaboominc.com/blog/archives/interview_with_a_whale_hunting_woman.html

A special note for all blog visitors -

To learn about Whale Hunting Women & to order your copy today, visit http://cli.gs/WHWEbook

Thank you for visiting this post about Barbara Weaver Smith and Whale Hunting Women. Two people who comment during the tour will be entered a giveaway – post a comment on any post about the tour and you will be entered. The winners will win a three-volume audio set of Whale Hunters Wisdom. Volumes include I: Mind of a Hunter, II: The Hunt, and III: The Whale Hunting Culture ($90 value).

Barbara Weaver Smith’s website - http://www.thewhalehunters.com

Barbara Weaver Smith’s blog - http://blog.thewhalehunters.com

Read Susan Wingate's Review for Whale Hunting Women by Barbara Weaver Smith

Susan Wingate Hosts… Barbara Weaver Smith! At http://susanwingate.blogspot.com/2009/05/review-of-whale-hunting-women-by-dr.html Susan shares her review of Whale Hunting Women.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

All Things That Matter Shares Information About Whale Hunting Women and Barbara Weaver Smith

Phil Harris shares information about Whale Hunting Women and Barbara Weaver Smith. Are you a business woman? Do you have a special woman in your life who would like to learn to land big business deals? This is a book you should see. Clock here to learn more and to order your own copy - http://allthingsthatmatterpress.blogspot.com/2009/05/whale-hunting-women.html

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

How Women Do Big Deals with Barbara Weaver Smith

Thursday May 21 –

Visit http://www.roundpeg.biz/2009/05/how-women-do-big-deals/ to read a guest post by Barbara Weaver Smith about How Women Do Big Deals. Are you a business woman or do you know a business woman who could benefit from learning how to “step up the game” and get bigger and more profitable clients? Any woman who wants to learn how to do big business deals – needs to read this book. It is a quick read that is packed with information to help you.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
Follow Promo 101 Virtual Tours on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Visit www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com for all tour information

GirlForce by Nikki Goldstein Virtual Book Tour

This summer we will be sharing information about a great new book for teenage girls - called GirlForce: A Way of Life For Young Women by Nikki Goldstein. Are you a teenage girl or is there a special teen girl in your life? I think most of us remember all the difficult things about being a teen girl.

Would you have enjoyed a book that helped you understand why you were so different from other girls and how to deal with those differences? I would have enjoyed that. I was 6'1 before I turned 13 and had braces throughout my teen years - those were just the most obvious things I dealt with in my teens. What did you deal with while you were a teen?

About GirlForce: A Way of Life For Young Women

Author Nikki Goldstein has worked as a beauty editor for over ten years, and wanted to develop a way to counter the negative images and messages she often found in the media. Nikki discovered Ayurveda (pronounced ‘eye-ur-veed-dah”)after a long illness, and during her recovery a friend suggested looking yoga and meditation. At first a skeptic, Nikki found that she was becoming and feeling stronger and her stress levels were down. Most of all, she was learning about her body and what it needed to feel great. Nikki wants to spread the word about the power of being in tune with your inner self, and to inspire girls to celebrate themselves just the way they are. Empower your body, mind and sprit with GirlForce, and the world is yours for the taking.

Based on the ancient Indian system known as Ayurveda (pronounced "eye-ur-vee-dah"), everyone has a unique body type made up of the elements Air, Fire and Earth which give you your mental, physical, emotional and spiritual characteristics. Each body type has different needs and desires in order to feel balanced. This is not a diet or weight loss book, but a way of feeling great about yourself, for who you are. GirlForce offers practical, wise and balanced tools to improve health, well-being, body image and relationships.

For this tour - we are offering these opportunities:

1 - Written author interviews

2 - Guest posts from the author about topics that relate to the book

3 - Copies of the book for review

4 - Some excerpts from the book

5 - If you have a creative idea - contact me to discuss options

6 - We have a great interactive website to feature during the tour

Table of Contents for GirlForce

Chapter One - Who Are You?

Chapter Two - Create Your Own GirlForce Body Type Balancing Plan

Chapter Three - Eat Right For Your Body Type

Chapter Four - DIY Body Blast

Chapter Five - Celebrate Your Unique Beauty

Chapter Six - The Low Down on Stress

Chapter Seven - Get in Touch With Your Inner Self

Chapter Eight - Talking About Relationships

Chapter Nine - Get it Together

Chapter Ten - Your GirlForce Questions Answered

About Nikki Goldstein

Nikki Goldstein has worked as a beauty editor and writer for Marie Claire, Vogue, Elle, InStyle and Cosmopolitan. Motivated by her own experiences, she decided to share the positive impact of Ayuveda - and in doing so help millions of girls across the world to feel fantastic about themselves. Nikki regularly blogs on her two websites - www.mygirlforce.com and www.gettoknowyourdaughter.com which give further information about the power of GirlForce, as well as fun quizzes, activities and forums.

To Buy Your Own Copy of GirlForce or To Buy A Copy for a Special Teenage Girl in Your Life:

http://www.amazon.com/GirlForce-Nikki-Goldstein/dp/1599903547

If you would like to participate in this tour - contact nikki@nikkileigh.com

To see images from the book - visit http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2009/05/images-from-girlforce-by-nikki.html

You can also visit Nikki at

http://www.facebook.com/pages/GirlForce/76740694436

http://twitter.com/MyGirlForce

GirlForce Schedule - Learn Much More About GirlForce and Nikki Goldstein

Wednesday June 24 – Margay Justice shares information about GirlForce by Nikki Goldstein. This book is a goldmine of information for all teen girls who want to learn more about their mind, body and spirit. http://moonlightlacemayhem.blogspot.com/2009/06/girl-force-by-nikki-goldstein.html

Thursday June 25 – The Compulsive Reader shares her review for GirlForce by Nikki Goldstein – this book is the girl’s guide to the body and soul. Nikki shares information to help teen girls learn to understand and love the body they have. Read this review at http://thecompulsivereader.blogspot.com/2009/06/girlforce-girls-guide-to-body-and-soul.html

Friday June 26 - Margay Justice shares her teen daughter’s review for Girlforce by Nikki Goldstein on her blog http://margayleahjustice.com/?p=286

Mon - June 29^th - Cheryl Malandrinos shares her review for GirlForce by Nikki Goldstein- http://thebookconnectionccm.blogspot.com/2009/06/girlforce-by-nikki-goldstein-book.html

Tuesday June 30 – Read a Meditation Article by Nikki Goldstein (author of GirlForce) on the GirlZone website - http://www.girlzone.com/meditation/

Thursday July 2 – Read Nikki Goldstein’s information about Air, Fire and Earth: The Awesome GirlForce Body Types – discover which body type you are - http://www.girlzone.com/girlforcebodytypes/

Friday July 3 – Gurutej hosts Nikki Goldstein today to share links to a wide range of information to help teen girls learn more about their body image, meditation and much more on her blog http://theenergyguru.blogspot.com/2009/07/girl-force-invited-please-be-one.html

Monday July 6 – Read an interview with Nikki Goldstein about GirlForce - http://thecompulsivereader.blogspot.com/2009/07/interview-with-nikki-goldstein.html

Tuesday July 7 – Little Willow shares information about GirlForce and her interview with Nikki Goldstein - http://slayground.livejournal.com/514413.html

Tuesday July 7 - Jennifer Wagner shares information about identifying mother’s personality, mind and body types. Help mothers and teens connect with one another http://connectwithyourteens.blogspot.com/2009/07/girlforce-author-nikki-goldstein-guest.html

Wednesday July 8 - Shelly Burns shares her interview with Nikki Goldstein, author of Girl Force - http://writeforareader.blogspot.com/2009/07/blog-tour-review-girlforce.html

Wednesday July 8 – Mary Cunningham shares her review for GirlForce and other information from the book on her blog - http://cynthiasattic.blogspot.com/2009/07/girlforce-by-nikki-goldstein.html

Friday July 10 – Karen Syed posts information about GirlForce on her Teen Seen blog - http://teen-seen.blogspot.com/2009/07/girlforce-its-all-about-girl-power.html

Images From GirlForce by Nikki Goldstein for Her Book Tour

This is the cover for GirlForce

Take a peek inside to see the layout for GirlForce

Meet the Author - Nikki Goldstein

For details about Nikki's virtual book tour - visit her tour homepage
http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2009/05/girlforce-by-nikki-goldstein.html

Who is Barbara Weaver Smith and The Whale Hunters

Wednesday May 20 – Susan Wingate Hosts… Barbara Weaver Smith! At http://susanwingate.blogspot.com/2009/05/whale-hunting-woman-by-barbara-weaver.html and she shares information about Barbara and Whale Hunting Women.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Do You Have Questions For THE Whale Hunter

Tuesday May 19 – Molly Gordon hosts Barbara Weaver Smith on her blog for the second time today. Molly did an interview with Barbara and that is posted on her blog today. To hear the interview visit – http://www.shaboominc.com/blog/archives/interview_with_a_whale_hunting_woman.html. Molly is asking for your thoughts, comments and questions. These will be answered by Barbara Weaver Smith and Molly will post them on her blog on Tuesday May 26.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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If You're a Business Wimp -- Do NOT Read This Post

Sharing a post by my friend Kathleen Gage -

Don't watch this if you are a wimp!

My friend Sam Crowley hits you where it hurts with this video. He talks about the people who die at 25 but get buried 50 years later. Don't let this happen to you.








Are you merely existing or are you living your life with passion? Are you saying, "Someday I will do what I love and live my Saturday?" or are you among the sleep walkers of life? Join Sam and me oh Thursday, May 21st at 3 p.m. PST, to find out how to move your life in the direction of your passion.

http://www.streetsmartsmarketing.com/Sam.htm

Originally Posted at http://www.themarketingmindset.com/2009/05/dont-watch-this-if-you-are-a-whimp-.html

Cafe Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island by Barbara Bonfigli - Summer Virtual Book Tour

Would you like to travel to an exotic Greek island this summer? This year - we have a great opportunity for you. Author, Barbara Bonfigli, has completed her first novel and you can travel to this fictional Greek island through the pages of her fictional memoir. Meet Sarah and come along as she visits the island, sails the waters around the island, eats and drinks local food and drink and as she organizes a summer play which is put on with a fascinating array of local characters.

Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island

A fictional memoir that does for Greece what A Year in Provence did for France.

What is it about Greece that makes it so exotic, so romantic, so tantalizing that it’s right at the top of everybody’s bucket list – the one foreign land they’re longing to visit? Our dreams are made on Never on Sunday, Zorba the Greek, and more recently My Big Fat Greek Wedding and Mama Mia.

Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island is a witty, evocative, beautifully written novel that puts you right in the heart of Greek island life. It’s so alive with the sights and smells and tastes and characters of Greece that you can pick it up and start your Mediterranean vacation on page one. On a deeper level, the book is filled with the kinds of observations, reflections, and arc of self-discovery that make Eat, Pray, Love so compelling.

“Welcome to Pharos. Laugh and dance in the hammock—not the cradle—of Western civilization,” says author, lyricist, and theatrical producer Barbara Bonfigli. “I’ve been falling in love with Greece since I was old enough to drink retsina. But if Sarah hadn’t captured my imagination you’d never know how I feel about friendship, feta, and the abundance of grace that turns friends into lovers and fishermen into kings.”

Synopsis

When Sarah, an American theatrical producer, is asked to direct the locals in their summer show, she picks Shakespeare’s play The Tempest. What follows is a hilarious adventure in casting, rehearsing, and consuming. Her neighbors are excited about acting but delirious about eating. Their rehearsals in a deconsecrated church become a feast in four acts.

Armed with a sizzling wit, a dangerously limited Greek vocabulary, and a pitch-perfect ear for drama, Sarah navigates the major egos and minor storms of a cab driver Caliban, a postmaster Prospero, and a host of fishermen dukes and knaves.

When she falls in love, there are even trickier seas to navigate. Her own offstage romance provides an exhilarating, unpredictable counterpoint to Shakespeare’s story of magic, intrigue, and the power of love.

Café Tempest is Barbara Bonfigli’s first novel. Visit: www.barbarabonfigli.com

The book includes luminous illustrations by Roman artist Gaia Franchetti and seven favorite Greek recipes, re-created and embellished by chef Ana Espinosa.

Visit: www.TellMePress.com

Spend a few minutes with Barbara Bonfigli from her book launch which happened in New York on Thursday May 28th at the fabulous Greek Restaurant Periyali on 20th - http://corinescorner.com/blog2/2009/05/on-may-28th-i-attended-book-party.htm

Virtual Tour Schedule

We're still adding dates, so check back and the latest dates will be posted on the main page of www.virtualblogtour.blogspot.com

July 2009

Monday July 6 – Peter Minaki shares his review for Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island. Peter’s love and knowledge of all things Greece, including food and drink made him a perfect person to help us kick off our tour for Café Tempest. He will even share the recipe for a Tempestini on his blog at http://kalofagas.ca/2009/07/06/cafe-tempest-adventures-on-a-small-greek-island/. If you try the recipe, we want to hear your thoughts. The recipe also mentions retsina – trust me, you will hear more about retsina before the tour is over.

Tuesday July 7 – Pamela Thibodeaux shares information about Café Tempest and Barbara Bonfigli on her blog - http://pamswildroseblog.blogspot.com/2009/07/vbt-barbara-bonfigli.html

Wednesday July 8 – Peter Jones shares details about Café Tempest and Barbara Bonfigli on his New Great Books blog - http://newgreatbooks.blogspot.com/2009/07/adventures-on-small-greek-island.html

Thursday July 9 – Diane Ascroft comes to us from Northern Ireland to share her review for Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island - http://dianneascroft.wordpress.com/2009/07/10/cafe-tempest-thats-where-im-unwinding/

Friday July 10 – Carolyn Howard Johnson shares a review for Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island - http://thenewbookreview.blogspot.com/2009/07/barbara-bonfigli-captures-essence-of.html

Monday July 13 - Wendy Burt shares her interview with Barbara Bonfigli, author of Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island - http://askwendy.wordpress.com/2009/07/09/10-questions-for-barbara-bonfigli-author-of-cafe-tempest-adventures-on-a-small-greek-island/

Monday July 13 – Joyce Anthony - http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/2009/07/barbara-bonfigli-and-cafe-tempest.html

Wednesday July 15 – Chelle Cordero - http://cce613.xanga.com/707151718/woman-in-charge-barbara-bonfigli/ – Chelle shares an excerpt from the book and an interview with Barbara Bonfigli, author of Café Tempest

Thursday July 16 – Margay Justice shares Barbara Bonfigli’s inspiration behind Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island -
http://moonlightlacemayhem.blogspot.com/2009/07/little-mayhem-with-barbara-bonfigli.html

Friday July 17 – Visit A Book Bloggers Diary to hear about Barbara Bonfigli’s journey to publication of her first book a fictional memoir titled Cafet Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island - http://abookbloggersdiary.blogspot.com/2009/07/blog-tour-cafe-tempest.html

Monday July 20 – Pamela Kinney shares her interview with Barbara Bonfigli, author of Café Tempest - http://pamelakkinney.blogspot.com/2009/07/cafe-tempest-adventures-on-small-greek.html

Tuesday July 21 – Barbara Bonfigli is interviewed by Barry Eva on “Across the Pond” radio – http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Across-the-Pond/2009/07/21/A-BOOK-AND-A-CHAT-with-Barbara-Bonfigli Call-in Number: (347) 237-5398 at 6:30 PM EST

Wednesday July 22 – Margay Justice shares her review for Café Tempest: Adventure on a Small Greek Island http://margayleahjustice.com/?p=305

Friday July 24 – Jeff Maziarek shares his review for Café Tempest on his blog which focuses on Greek information and especially Greek Islands - http://alonnisos-blog.pondercentral.com/2009/07/20/recommended-beach-reading--cafe-tempest-adventures-on-a-small-greek-island-by--barbara-bonfigli.aspx

Monday July 27 – Joyce Anthony - http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/2009/07/talk-with-barbara-bonfigli.html

Monday July 27 - Antonia Malchik shares her review for Café Tempest by Barbara Bonfigli - http://perceptivetravel.com/blog/2009/07/27/cafe-tempest-adventures-on-a-small-greek-island-a-fictional-memoir-by-barbara-bonfigli/

Wednesday July 29 – Yvonne Walus shares an excerpt from Café Tempest on her blog - http://yewalus.blogspot.com/2009/07/cafe-tempest-adventures-on-small-greek.html

Thursday July 30 – Debra Rayner shares her review for Café Tempest on her blog - http://www.bookreviewsbydebra.com/index.php/reviews.html?review=1972-Caf-Tempest-Adventures-On-A-Small-Greek-Island

Friday July 31 – Rebecca Taylor shares her review for Café Tempest - http://imlostinbooks.blogspot.com/2009/07/blog-tour-cafe-tempest-adventures-on.html

August

Tuesday August 4 – Gwendolyn Bruno shares her review and an excerpt for Café Tempest - http://aseaofbooks.blogspot.com/search?q=cafe+tempest

Wednesday August 5 – Gwendolyn Bruno shares her interview with Barbara Bonfigli, author of Café Tempest - http://aseaofbooks.blogspot.com/search?q=cafe+tempest

Friday August 7 – Shel Horowitz - http://www.frugalfun.com/day-party-in-greece.html

Saturday August 8 – Read an excerpt from Café Tempest at http://authorspromotingauthors.blogspot.com/2009/08/blog-tour-cafe-tempest-barbara-bonfigli.html

Monday August 10 – Wayne Hurlbert shares his interview with Barbara Bonfigli, author of Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island -
http://blogbusinessworld.blogspot.com/2009/08/barbara-bonfigli-cafe-tempest-author.html

Wednesday August 12 – Nikki Leigh shares a unique promotional idea from Barbara Bonfigli, author of Café Tempest. Find out the origins of the Tempestini - http://promo101tips.wordpress.com/2009/08/11/the-tempestini-as-a-promotional-tool/

Friday August 14 – Joyce Anthony shares her review for Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island by Barbara Bonfigli - http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/2009/08/cafe-tempest-by-barbara-bonfigli-review.html

Monday August 17 – Karen Bryan shares her review for Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island by Barbara Bonfigli - http://www.europealacarte.co.uk/blog/2009/08/17/book-review-cafe-tempest-by-barbara-bonfigli/

Wednesday August 19 – Nikki Leigh shares Chapter One of Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island by Barbara Bonfigli on Nikki’s Start at the Beginning blog - http://startatbeginning.blogspot.com/2009/08/chapter-1-cafe-tempest-adventures-on.html

Wednesday August 19 – Stephanie Ward shares her review for Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island by Barbara Bonfigli - http://starkravingbibliophile.blogspot.com/2009/08/cafe-tempest-by-barbara-bonfigli.html

Thursday August 20 - Karen Page & Andrew Dornenburg share information about Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island by Barbara Bonfigli - http://www.becomingachef.com/blog.dwt.php

Monday August 24 – Joyce Anthony shares some food and recipe details from Café Tempest by Barbara Bonfigli - http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/2009/08/barbara-bonfiglis-cafe-tempest-more.html

Wednesday August 26 – Nikki Leigh shares information about Sara – the main character in Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island - http://fictionalcharactersindepth.blogspot.com/2009/08/meet-sarah-from-cafe-tempest-adventures.html

Friday August 28 – Pam Mandel shares her review for Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island by Barbara Bonfigli - http://www.nerdseyeview.com/blog/2009/08/27/book-review-cafe-tempest-adventures-on-a-small-greek-island

Friday August 28 – George Valsamis shares his review for Café Tempest by Barbara Bonfigli - http://www.greecetravelblog.com/blog/?p=1014

In Depth Interview With Judith and Jim About The Heart of Marketing

Phil Harris shares information about the book launch for The Heart of Marketing http://philipharris.blogspot.com/2009/05/in-depth-interview-heart-of-marketing.html

Did you miss their book launch on Thursday May 14^th? We can give you this great offer for one more day. Buy the book today and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this. In a matter of hours this offer will be gone.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Hard Sell vs Soft Sell in The Heart of Marketing by Judith and Jim

Paul at Career Czar helps you understand the difference between traditional “hard sell” techniques and the more enlightened “soft sell” techniques on his blog http://careerczar.wordpress.com/2009/05/15/how-does-soft-sell-differ-from-hard-sell/

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Barbara Weaver Smith Visits The Book Connection

Cheryl Malandrinos hosts Barbara Weaver Smith and shares are interview on her blog http://thebookconnectionccm.blogspot.com/2009/05/whale-hunting-women-with-barbara-weaver.html

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Lynn Pierce Shares Information About The Heart of Marketing

Lynn Pierce shares info about The heart of Marketing on her blog http://lynnpierce.com/wp/whats-new-5/

Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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All Things That Matter Shares Information About The Heart of Marketing Book Launch

Phil Harris shares information about the book launch for The Heart of Marketing http://philipharris.blogspot.com/2009/05/heart-of-marketing-new-business.html

Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Read About The Heart of Marketing at the Career Czar

Paul at Career Czar - http://careerczar.wordpress.com/2009/05/14/this-book-can-change-the-world/

Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Interview for The Heart of Marketing

Kim Freedman shares the second part of her interview about The Heart of Marketing on her blog http://catalystleadershipcoaching.com/books/the-heart-of-marketing/

Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Shel Horowitz Shares Details About The Heart of Marketing

Shel Horowitz shares info about The heart of Marketing on his blog http://principledprofit.com/good-business-blog/heart-of-marketing-is-released/2009/05/14/

Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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This Book Can Change the World... -- The Event You've Waited For IS HERE

Billie Williams - http://printedwords.blogspot.com/2009/05/heart-of-marketing.html

Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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The Sage Age Shares Details About the Heart of Marketing

MaAnna Stephenson shares information about The Heart of Marketing book launch on her blog http://sageage.blogspot.com/2009/05/excerpt-from-heart-of-marketing_14.html. Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Toni Lamotta Says Its Time to Add Heart to Your Marketing

Toni Lamotta - http://midlifemessages.com/?p=365

Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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The Small Business Blog Shares Launch Information for The Heart of Marketing

Trudy Van Buskirk shares this offer with her blog visitors at http://trudyvanbuskirk.typepad.com/small_business_blog/2009/05/have-you-heard-about-a-new-book-called-the-heart-of-marketing-.html

Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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The Heart of Marketing Book Launch Update - #456 on Amazon at 6 am PST

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #456 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Popular in these categories: (What's this?)

#1 in	Books > Business & Investing > Marketing & Sales > Marketing > Direct
#2 in	Books > Computers & Internet > Business & Culture > Web Marketing
#2 in	Books > Business & Investing > Industries & Professions > E-commerce

Visit Daily Awareness Hosts The Heart of Marketing for the BOOK LAUNCH

Judith and Jim are guests on Kathleen Gage’s Daily Awareness blog today at http://www.dailyawareness.com/2009/05/how-can-you-say-that-selling-is-spiritual-service.html to talk about their book launch happening TODAY. Their book is listed on Amazon at just over $10 AND when you buy the book TODAY – you get access to $8400 worth of gifts. Go to this web page for all the details http://www.theheartofmarketing.com.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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The Heart of Marketing IS HERE - Read For More Details

Kathleen Gage hosts Judith and Jim on her blog today at http://www.themarketingmindset.com/2009/05/soft-sell-marketing-persuasion-in-plain-view-.html to talk about their book launch happening TODAY. Their book is listed on Amazon at just over $10 AND when you buy the book TODAY – you get access to $8400 worth of gifts. Go to this web page for all the details http://www.theheartofmarketing.com.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Judith and Jim Visit the Book Connection to Share Their Special Event For You

Cheryl Malandrinos hosts Judith and Jim on her blog at http://thebookconnectionccm.blogspot.com/2009/05/heart-of-marketing-by-judith-and-jim.html

Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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This Book Can Change the World... -- The Event You've Waited For IS HERE

As you know I’m very careful about what I recommend to you.

But this book . . .

The Heart of Marketing Love Your Customers and They Will Love You Back
(Morgan James Publishing)

. . . is a MUST read for the future of your marketing and the growth of your business.

And no surprise it’s already a best-seller at Amazon - so if you already know you want to get the book and maybe some extras to give to friends since there is a serious discount at Amazon - just go to:

http://theheartofmarketing.com

The authors, husband and wife psychology team and Internet marketers Judith Sherven and Jim Sniechowski are respected friends of mine — and they are the voice for what is known as Soft Sell Marketing.

Now an international movement, Soft Sell Marketing is creating a heart-based change in commerce — to one of consciousness and conscience, caring and community.

And their latest book The Heart of Marketing is now the published voice for this change!

http://theheartofmarketing.com

Answering 45 questions out of 772 that they received during an Ask Campaign for their “Bridging Heart and Marketing II” conference this book is a soul-inspiring, heart-warming turn-around in how you’ll approach your business from now on.

AND when you purchase the book today you receive Judith & Jim’s invitation to get thousands of dollars in Bonus Gifts from their Gift Sponsors — including David Riklan, Mark Joyner, Christine Kloser, Gregg Braden, Hay House, and of course Yours Truly!

You’ll even have the possibility to win 2 Tickets to Judith & Jim’s October 9-11 “Bridging Heart and Marketing III” conference (a $997 Value).

So get The Heart of Marketing today!

http://theheartofmarketing.com

AND please pass this message on to all your friends inviting them to get The Most Important
Marketing Book of 2009.

Judith & Jim received 43 incredible endorsements including Mark Joyner and David Riklan

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This title may sound a little ‘hoofy-poofy’ but don’t let it fool you. Even if you’re a hard-nosed skeptic who shudders at words like ‘love’ and ‘heart’ this book will radically boost your sales. Feeling good about yourself afterwards will just be a nice side effect.
Mark Joyner - #1 Bestselling Author of “Simpleology” www.SIMPLEology.com

I really like the message embodied in "The Heart of Marketing." Part marketing, part self growth, part spiritual expansion, this book opens the way for your much larger future while changing the way we've all thought about business and making money.
David Riklan - Founder, SelfGrowth.com

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That’s how important this book is to the future of commerce!

So get your copy today - and copies for friends you care about -

http://theheartofmarketing.com

By the way, a percentage of book sales will always be donated to Habitat for Humanity!

Because, as Judith & Jim say,

It’s ALL in the Connection,

Visit Trudy Van Buskirk to Learn More About The Heart of Marketing

Trudy Van Buskirk shares information about The Heart of Marketing with her blog visitors at http://trudyvanbuskirk.typepad.com/small_business_blog/2009/05/have-you-heard-about-a-new-book-called-the-heart-of-marketing-.html

Today is the day for their book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you . Today you can get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Ray Edwards Shares His Personal Experiences with Judith and Jim

Ray Edwards takes us back in time a few years and gives us some background information about Judith and Jim - first those voices her recognized and then the people he came to know. Read his experiences on his blog at http://rayedwards.com/the-heart-of-marketing/

Their exciting book launch is tomorrow - Thursday May 14^th.. They have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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How Can Selling Be A Spiritual Service by Judith and Jim As Part of Their Virtual Book Tour

Terri L White shares How Can Selling Be A Spiritual Service on her blog http://terrylwhitesblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/how-can-you-say-that-selling-is.html

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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In These Tough Economic Times You Need to Learn About An Alternative to the "Hard Sell"

Dianne Ascroft says there is an alternative to the typical "hard sell" approach. See what she shares on her blog at http://dianneascroft.wordpress.com/2009/05/13/the-heart-of-marketing-an-alternative-to-hard-selling/

Their exciting book launch is tomorrow - Thursday May 14^th.. They have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

 

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Billie Williams Calls Judith and Jim Dynamic, Imaginative, Inspiring! - Visit to Find Out Why

Billie Williams shares information about Judith and Jim and their latest book - The Heart of Marketing. See why she calls them Dynamic, Imaginative and Inspiring -  http://printedwords.blogspot.com/2009/05/dynamic-imaginative-inspiring.html

Their exciting book launch is tomorrow - Thursday May 14^th.. They have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

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Getting to The Heart of Marketing with Judith and Jim on Their Virtual Book Tour

MaAnna Stephenson shares information about how to get to the Heart of Marketing. Learn much more at  http://sageage.blogspot.com/2009/05/getting-to-heart-of-marketing.html

 

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

 

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Read a Chapter from The Heart of Marketing by Judith and Jim

Toni Lamotta - http://midlifemessages.com/?p=363

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

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Learn The Whale Hunters Story from Barbara Weaver Smith

Joyce Anthony shares details about the origins of the whale hunting concept - http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/2009/05/whale-hunters-story-come-with-us-to.html

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

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Read Molly Gordon's Insights About Whale Hunting Women by Barbara Weaver Smith

Molly Gordon hosts Barbara Weaver Smith on her blog for the first time today. Molly shares her review for Whale Hunting Women at http://www.shaboominc.com/blog/archives/of_women_whale_hunting_and_big_deals.html

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Read an Article by Judith about The Heart of Marketing

Lillian Brummet shares an article by Judith on her blog – please scroll down the page to the “guest article” http://consciousdiscussions.blogspot.com/2009/05/green-living-tips-guest-of-day.html

We are moving toward their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won’t want to miss this.

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Read Part 1 of an Interview with Judith and Jim at Catalyst Leadership Coaching

Kim Freedman shares the first part of her interview with Judith and Jim at http://catalystleadershipcoaching.com/books/the-soft-sell/

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

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Nikki Leigh Learns About The Heart of Marketing with Judith and Jim - Tune in and Ask Your Questions Too

Nikki Leigh interviews Judith Sherven, PhD and Jim Sniechowski, PhD are a best selling husband and wife psychology team and the leading voice for soft sell, heart-based marketing. You can tune into Promo 101 Create and Promote Radio – 4 pm EST Call in during the show (347)215-8201, listen online at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh/2009/05/12/Nikki-Leigh-Learns-About-The-Heart-of-Marketing or download and listen to the interview later. Download from the link shown above.

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

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An Excerpt From The Heart of Marketing by Judith and Jim

Toni Lamotta shares an excerpt from The Heart of Marketing on her blog http://midlifemessages.com/?p=361

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

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Joyce Anthony Shares More Information About The Heart of Marketing

Joyce Anthony shares more information about The Heart of marketing http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/2009/05/more-on-heart-of-marketing.html  - read some of the principles behind the concept today on her blog.

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

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Billie Williams Shares Her Interview with Judith and Jim about The Heart of Marketing

Visit Billie Williams blog and she will share her interview with Judith and Jim and The Heart of Marketing - http://printedwords.blogspot.com/2009/05/youll-want-to-be-here-for-this.html

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

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Calling MidLife Marketers - Learn About the Heart of Marketing

Toni Lamotta shares information about The Heart of Marketing and the authors Judith and Jim. Do you need to learn how to put more heart into your business? This is a book you need to learn more about. Visit Toni's blog at http://midlifemessages.com/?p=359

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Read an Introduction to The Heart of Marketing & The Authors Judith and Jim

Joyce Anthony shares an introduction for Judith and Jim and their exciting new book, The Heart of Marketing. Visit her blog for more details - http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/2009/05/introduction-to-soft-sell-experts.html.

We are working up to their exciting book launch on Thursday May 14^th – we have a great offer for you on Thursday – for one day only. For full updates – follow www.twitter.com/litekepr to have complete details on how to get this great book and $8500 in free gifts. You won't want to miss this.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Listen in as Barbara Weaver Smith Talks about Whale Hunting on Coach Camille's Success Hour

Barbara Weaver Smith is a guest on Coach Camille’s Success Hour at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Coach-Camille/2009/05/11/The-Sucess-Hour-with-Coach-Camille-Interview-with-Barbara-Weaver-Smith at 6 pm EST – Call in number (347) 326-9317 Listen in as they discuss the meaning of “Whale Hunting” and how it can apply to you and your business.

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The Heart of Marketing - Special Event Week Begins Monday

Promo 101 Virtual Tours is excited to announce a great new marketing book that we will promote the week of May 11 – 15. You may wonder why this is only a one week campaign – that is because the authors are doing an exciting Amazon best seller campaign. Each person that buys the book on May 14^th will also get $1000’s of free gifts from their joint venture partners.


There is a very special event happening on Thursday -- check back here for more information. You don't want to miss this one -----

About The Heart of Marketing

“The Heart of Marketing” is a book about marketing. But more important, it’s a book about soft sell marketers, and their desire to market and sell their products and services online or off without compromising their personal and professional values or integrity. “The Heart of Marketing” emphasizes respecting people in the commercial marketplace without sacrificing the desire to create a large income and a substantial profit.

About Judith and Jim --

Judith Sherven, PhD and Jim Sniechowski, PhD are a husband and wife psychology team. With no background in sales or marketing they’ve created an expansive online career in less than four years. The leading voice for the soft sell approach to marketing and sales, they are best known for producing the only Internet marketing conference for the Soft Sell Community which they call “Bridging Heart and Marketing.” They founded the Soft Sell Marketers Association (SSMA) to provide support, training, and community for fellow soft sell marketers. The SSMA is dedicated to helping you grow your business as you grow you Self. http://www.softsellmarketersassociation.org/

For More Information -

Additional Bio Information - http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2009/04/biography-information-for-judith.html

http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2009/04/heart-of-marketing-by-judith-and-jim_23.html

May 2009 – Judith and Jim – Amazon Blitz

Monday May 11 –

Joyce Anthony - http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/

Toni Lamotta - http://www.midlifemessages.com

Kim Freedman - http://catalystleadershipcoaching.com/blog

Billie Williams - http://printedwords.blogspot.com

Tuesday May 12 –

Joyce Anthony - http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/

Nikki Leigh interviews Judith Sherven, PhD and Jim Sniechowski, PhD are a best selling husband and wife psychology team and the leading voice for soft sell, heart-based marketing. You can tune into Promo 101 Create and Promote Radio – 4 pm EST Call in during the show (347)215-8201, listen online at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh/2009/05/12/Nikki-Leigh-Learns-About-The-Heart-of-Marketing or download and listen to the interview later. Download from the link shown above.

Toni Lamotta - http://www.midlifemessages.com

Wednesday May 13 –

Toni Lamotta - http://www.midlifemessages.com

Terri L White shares How Can Selling Be A Spiritual Service on her blog http://www.terrylwhitesblog.blogspot.com

MaAnna Stephenson - http://sageage.blogspot.com

Ray Edwards - http://RayEdwards.com

Billie Williams - http://printedwords.blogspot.com

Dianne Ascroft - www.dianneascroft.wordpress.com

Thursday May 14 –

Cheryl Malandrinos hosts Judith and Jim on her blog at
http://www.thebookconnectionccm.blogspot.com


Toni Lamotta - http://www.midlifemessages.com


Phil Harris - http://philipharris.blogspot.com - book and author info

Kim Freedman - http://catalystleadershipcoaching.com/blog

Paul at Career Czar - www.careerczar.wordpress.com

MaAnna Stephenson - http://sageage.blogspot.com


Billie Williams - http://printedwords.blogspot.com


Kathleen Gage - http://www.themarketingmindset.com/


Kathleen Gage - http://www.dailyawareness.com

Friday May 15 –

Toni Lamotta - http://www.midlifemessages.com

Phil Harris - http://philipharris.blogspot.com

Paul at Career Czar - www.careerczar.wordpress.com

Nikki Leigh shares a unique promotional tip from Judith and Jim - www.promo101articles.blogspot.com

Saturday May 16 –

Joyce Anthony - http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/

Your Invitation to Participate in Frankie The Walk 'n Roll Dog's Virtual Tour

We are starting to work on a virtual tour for another great title which is touring with Promo 101 Virtual Tours. This book is titled Frankie The Walk and Roll Dog by Barb Techel. This book touched me the first time I read it and the video might bring tears to your eyes - www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJcC_xRTeE0

Barb and Frankie are touring cyberspace during the month of June and we are looking for all kinds of great blogs that would like to share information with their readers about Barb, Frankie and the message they want to share. Barb is an "outside the box" and very creative woman - so we plan a great and very memorable tour. Is there a way we can work with you in this tour? There are some suggestions below on how to participate. Keep in mind that we promote your blog as part of the tour and we circulate your blog link on the day(s) you host Barb and Frankie to bring new visitors to your site. If you would like to talk about being part of this tour, contact me at nikki@nikkileigh.com

Virtual Blog Tour – Frankie The Walk and Roll Dog

There are a number of ways to participate in a tour –
1 - Write a review for the book (we supply a copy of the book)
2 - Send interview questions for the author to answer (based on information from their blog, questions about their writing or the topic of their book).
3 – Send an interview for Frankie to get the “inside” story of this courage dog.
4 – Have the author guest post for the day - about their book, writing, background or a topic in the book.
5 – If you have a radio show or podcast, Barb loves to do interviews.
6 – If you have another idea, let me know. We love promoting – outside the box.

About Frankie The Walk and Roll Dog

The story of Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog is a true, inspirational story about a dog whose life started out just like any other dog walking on all four paws until a spinal injury leaves her paralyzed. When Frankie is custom fit for a wheelchair she enthusiastically learns to keep on rolling. Her zest for life will have you cheering her on and give you hope that all things are possible. Frankie’s story touches the hearts of young and old as she teaches us how a challenge can become a stepping stone to something more meaningful. Frankie’s motto is: “Always be positive and keep on rolling!”

About Barb Techel

Barbara is the author of the multi award winning “Frankie, The Walk ‘N Roll Dog.” A true, inspirational story about a dachshund whose life started out just like any other dog walking on all four paws until a spinal injury leaves her paralyzed. Frankie is custom fit for a wheelchair and learns to keep on rolling. Barbara is a registered therapy dog team with her dog Frankie, volunteering at their local hospital, Libby’s House & Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. Barbara is also a speaker and shares Frankie’s inspirational message at local schools and various local organizations.

Barbara lives in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin with her husband John, Frankie (the walk ‘n roll dog) and Kylie, an English yellow Labrador. Barbara truly believes that animals teach us how to live in the moment and teach us some amazing life lessons if we just pay attention.

About Frankie

Frankie is best known as “the walk ‘n roll dog.” After suffering a spinal injury at the age of six, which caused partial paralysis, she was custom fitted for a doggie wheelchair. She now zooms through life with a joyous zest that never fails to make people smile when they see her. In 2009 Frankie was inducted into the Wisconsin Pet Hall of Fame in the companion category. She was chosen because she positively affected her mom, Barbara, helping her find her purpose. Frankie lives in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin with the best parents ever, Barbara & John. She also shares her doggie bed with her best bud, Kylie, her three year old English Labrador sister. Frankie lives life to the fullest and being in her presence will give you hope that all things are possible.

People Who Need to Read Frankie The Walk and Roll Dog

parents, grandparents, pet owners, people with disabilities, people with loved ones with disabilities, teachers, and many more.

Topics That Are Discussed in Frankie The Walk and Roll Dog

• Teach children and adults about compassion & overcoming adversity
• Not judging and learning to accept others when they are “different”
• Helping parents of children with disabilities & physical challenges
• Help people see challenges as a way to learn and grow.
• Help people realize they always have the option to choose happiness no matter what.
• Help dog owners realize the options for animals facing a disability.
• Bringing a positive light to animals with disabilities and the good they can do in the world

For more information about Frankie The Walk and Roll Dog

http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2009/04/barbara-techel-frankie-walk-n-roll-dog.html


Nikki Leigh
www.nikkileigh.com

Wayne Hurlbert Reviews Whale Hunting Women and His Interview with Barbara Weaver Smith

Wayne Hurlbert shares his book review for Whale Hunting Women by Barbara Weaver Smith at http://blogbusinessworld.blogspot.com/2009/05/whale-hunting-women-by-barbara-weaver.html

His author interview with Barbara Weaver Smith can be found at
http://blogbusinessworld.blogspot.com/2009/05/barbara-weaver-smith-whale-hunting.html

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Barbara Weaver Smith Vists Just the FAQ's on Her Virtual Book Tour

Friday May 8

MaAnna Stephenson shares her interview with Barbara Weaver Smith about ways that authors can go after their own whales - http://justthefaqsblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/interview-with-dr-barbara-weaver-smith.html

Post a comment here or on any other post about the tour and be entered for a chance to win a great prize from Barbara Weaver Smith.

We are offering a free giveaway to two people who comment during the tour and to the hosts where they posted. It is simple to be entered in the giveaway – just post a comment on any post about the tour and you will be entered. But, an interesting post is more likely to get our attention. The host on the site where the winning comments are posted will also win a three-volume set of Whale Hunters Wisdom in audio format. Volumes include I: Mind of a Hunter, II: The Hunt, and III: The Whale Hunting Culture. This is a $90 value. To see the tour schedule visit http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2009/04/whale-hunting-with-barbara-weaver-smith.html

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Joyce Anthony Shares Information About Barbara Weave Smith and Whale Hunting Women

Today we begin a series of visits with Joyce Anthony on her blog http://joyce-anthony.blogspot.com/2009/05/whale-hunting-women-and-barbara-weaver.html. Today she shares details about Whale Hunting Women and Barbara Weaver Smith

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Learn About Whale Hunting Sales Process For Small Business

Wednesday May 6 – Lorraine Ball shares a guest post from Barbara Weaver Smith about the sales process for small businesses on her blog http://www.roundpeg.biz/2009/05/whale-hunting/

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Barbara Weaver Smith Visits Great New Books

Tuesday May 5-

Peter Jones shares a guest post from Barbara Weaver Smith about the "first whale" she landed. To read her experience, visit http://newgreatbooks.blogspot.com/2009/05/my-first-whale-barbara-weaver-smith.html

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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How to Get Started on Twitter - Join Nikki on Promo 101 Radio

Tuesday May 5th I'll be talking about Twitter on my radio show at - www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh - we'll be on air at 4 pm EST. My guest will be Lizzie T Leaf - hear what she has to say about the call ;)


***** If you are reading this after the call - it can be downloaded at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh/2009/05/05/Nikki-Leigh-Answers-Your-Questions-About-Twitter



I always thought I have a face for radio and now I get to prove it. Nikki Leigh has invited me to be a guest on her Blogtalk radio show and she will strive to answer my questions about Twitter. Come share Nikki's pain as she attempts to educate a very non-techo author (that would be me) on one of the latest social networks available to all of us these days.

www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh and the call is May 5, 2009 at 4 pm EST --- people can visit the page and click "reminder" on the show listing and BTR will send them a reminder about the call. Very cool service :)

Look forward to your support!

Lizzie

And - my response --

"Share Nikki's pain" --- wow - I better prepare really well for this show :) All right folks - I need support and the show will give you a chance to ask your questions too -- so definitely come visit on Monday. If you can't make it live - you can also download the show after it airs. I plan to share lots of great information to help people get started on Tiwtter, to learn their way around the site and to talk about some of the tools that make it easier to participate. I have a feeling we will even talk about why you should even be on Twitter. Is it worth the effort? You will have to tune in to hear more :)


A bit about Lizzie -

Linda Fillingim writes as Award Winning Author, Lizzie T. Leaf. Know for her “Humor with heat, Lizzie’s stories range from hot contemporary to paranormal. Her ebooks can be found at Aspen Mountain Press and she has a new release coming this summer at Red Rose Publishing.

Nikki Leigh
Author of Book Promo 201: Harness the Power of the Internet with Web 2.0 and
Social Media Marketing
http://www.nikkileigh.com
http://www.twitter.com/litekepr

Learn More About Barbara Weaver Smith and Whale Hunting Women at Higher Ground for Women

Today we kick off the Whale Hunting Women virtual tour with Barbara Weaver Smith. Are you a woman in business? Do you want to learn how to reach out and bring in BIG deals? Then you need to follow this tour and you need a copy of this book. Barbara teaches business people how to excel in business and to go after the big deals. Never think you are too small to go after big business deals.

Rebecca Benston hosts Barbara Weaver Smith on her Higher Ground for Women blog at http://higherground4women.blogspot.com/2009/05/special-feature-author-blog-tour.html

Please scroll down the page past the May spotlight and you can read the information about Barbara Weaver Smith and her new book.

Nikki Leigh – Award winning Author & Publicist

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Whale Hunting Women Virtual Book Tour – May and June 2009

Whale Hunting Women Volume I, by Dr. Barbara Weaver Smith, celebrates how women do big deals in business and community.

In May and June 2009 - Barbara Weaver Smith will tour cyber space to promote her latest book. Learn a bit more about her "Whale Hunting Process" below.

About Whale Hunting Women [Vol. 1]

Whale Hunting Women—how women do big deals in business and community. For inspiration, motivation, and direction, this book celebrates women as deal-makers and includes how to “break the minnow mindset” and how to create a fast-growth culture. It documents three cultural transformations that favor women’s leadership styles: the trend to replace competition with collaboration; the need to transform bureaucracy to entrepreneurship; and the value of perceiving a world of abundance rather than a culture of scarcity. The book offers advice on how small companies or organizations can manage their public presence to generate the whales’ confidence that they have the capabilities and professionalism to complete big deals with big customers and partners. The book incorporates a deal-maker’s journal; each chapter includes worksheets to prompt reflections and action plans.

People Who Need to Read Whale Hunting Women

1. Women business owners—ranging from the home-based business to the very successful small to midsize business.
2. Women executives and managers.
3. Women “deal makers” both employees and volunteers who do deals in the education and nonprofit arenas—board members, fundraisers. Note: many women fall into at least two of these categories.

Topics That Are Discussed in Whale Hunting Women

• Women are great whale hunters (big deal-makers)
• Women’s talents and preferences are a perfect fit for deal-making in today’s economy
• Women sometimes think of themselves or their enterprise as “too small” to do big deals
• Community deals and education deals are as important and as challenging as business deals

About Barbara Weaver Smith

Barbara Weaver Smith, president and CEO of The Whale Hunters, is an author, consultant, speaker, and coach. Barbara held positions as an English professor, a college dean, and a nonprofit organization president before founding her first company in 1996. Informed by her leadership experiences in all economic sectors, Barbara’s mission is to support women to achieve exceptional growth in their companies and organizations by doing bigger deals with bigger customers and partners.

We are offering a free giveaway to two people who comment during the tour and to the hosts where they posted. It is simple to be entered in the giveaway – just post a comment on any post about the tour and you will be entered. But, an interesting post is more likely to get our attention. The host on the site where the winning comments are posted will also win a three-volume set of Whale Hunters Wisdom in audio format. Volumes include I: Mind of a Hunter, II: The Hunt, and III: The Whale Hunting Culture. This is a $90 value. To see the tour schedule visit http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2009/04/whale-hunting-with-barbara-weaver-smith.html

Barbara Weaver Smith’s website - http://www.thewhalehunters.com

Barbara Weaver Smith’s blog - http://blog.thewhalehunters.com

Order your copy of Whale Hunting Women – http://cli.gs/WHWEbook

Barbara Techel & Frankie The Walk 'n Roll Dog

In June, Barbara Techel and Frankie will tour with us and share Frankie's touching and inspiring story.

Frankie the Walk and Roll Dog is a true, inspirational story about a dachshund whose life started out just like any other dog walking on all four paws until a spinal injury leaves her paralyzed. Frankie is custom fitted for a wheelchair and learns to keep on rolling. Her zest for life will have you cheering and she will give you hope that all things are possible. Frankie will leave an everlasting and loving paw print on your heart. A book for all ages to teach overcoming challenges and also compassion for the physically challenged.

This book has the ability and charm to appeal to many people and I was surprised by how much this wonderful story touched me. We feel this story will reach out and touch the heart of many people - in particular: parents, grandparents, pet owners, people with disabilities, people with loved ones with disabilities, teachers, and many more.

Topics and Themes in Frankie the Walk and Roll Dog

• Teach children and adults about compassion

• Learning to overcome adversity
  

• Not judging others

• Helping parents of children with disabilities

• Helping teachers with lessons on compassion

• Frankie can benefit kids with physical challenges.

• Help children and adults understand challenges are stepping stones to learn things in life.