Why Mine for Gold When You Can Sell Shovels?

why mine for gold when you can sell shovels

This is one of my favorite quotes. Some people get a little hung up on the meaning. I interpret saying why work in a certain industry when you can create tools for that industry and make more money? For example, why be an artist when you can sell paint? Why be a blogger when you … Read more

Get Paid to Write Poems

get paid to write poems

So, you want to get paid to write poems? This is endeavor is not for the faint of heart. You are in for a challenge, but with a little luck, you can find your way. I consulted Google Trends to find out how poetry is doing, and it’s been in a long march downward, but … Read more

How To Publish Public Domain Books on Amazon

how to publish public domain books on amazon

    How to publish public domain books on Amazon is one of the most popular pages on my entire website. It was long overdue for an update. I’ve removed the boring back story, so all you get here is the information you’re looking for. Thanks for stopping by. I’ve seen marketers who push publishing … Read more

Are You Internet Savvy?

are you internet savvy

Being Internet savvy is quite a blanket statement. The Internet is such a vast domain that having a broad knowledge is an ongoing process for any enthusiast. The first time I ever saw the Internet was at my brother’s house in the mid-90’s. I remember he showed me Yahoo and how you could search for … Read more

Ebook Formatting in 6 Steps – Easy Tutorial Using Free Tools!

ebook formatting

Ebook formatting can either be super simple or complicated. It’s completely up to you. I like to keep things simple! It is with that in mind that I’ve developed these steps to format ebooks for Kindle Direct Publishing, other self-publishing platforms, and aggregate publishers. Easy Ebook Formatting Tutorial If you’re a first-time publisher, there is … Read more