A Long Trip and Rough Journey

 But in the words of Jesus. "We're gonna make it to the other side."

Today's reflection perhaps even observation of my faith character is. Trust the Word! We're going to make it to the other side.

It occurs to me I haven't contributed much to the book journey. Yet still the Journey continues on.

The reason may have changed and opportunities may have faded from memory. But the passion is still there, here.

It's been a long trip and an interesting journey. A very informative ride and one I'll share with you more in the days to come. For now let's just say. It hasn't all been pleasant. But I don't think I would have it any other way. because I remember and am fixated on the words of the leader of the advance team. He said, We're gonna make it to the other side!

If you like these words and want to join us on this trip. Consider getting a copy of the journal, Readings from the Book of Psalms available in the King James, The NIV and New Living Translations check out the video for more. and Grab your copy Today!

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A Firebrand with a Message

In Print and Ebook Editions

 A Wealthy Call for Action

I got my hands on an advance copy of this treasure today, Capitalism and The Social Contract. 

A simplified look at economics and race, racial disparity, over the course of American development. Beginning with America’s first declaration till it’s setting the corporate order of operation (the Constitution), America has been conning people.

It seems like a long con by the way the Streete tells it. We were supposedly a nation for all people but then over half, many, were systematically written out and over in the founding documents of America the Corporation. He offers a view of America the capitalist, a capitalist nation and its contractual obligation to its citizens – all its citizens. Whether they came here willingly or were already here, America has an obligation to its so called minority stakeholders. Shareholders in a promise first outlined at the beginning and in the beginning of its building documents. 

Life, Liberty, the pursuit of Happiness; a general well-being commonly defended and protected - insuring and ensuring domestic peace and that WE define as the perfect union. 

The book becomes available March 21st, but feel free to get your advance copy now at Amazon and other fine retailers of books.

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Did Somebody Say New release

 It's been some time but here's a preview of a new and upcoming release with a promise of more to come.

Out the gates this November is  - Take Your Faith Up

Elevate your thoughts and see the promise life has in store for you. It takes 14 days for change to become a part of new habitual life. Sow into your life, a present word of hope, today!

Scripture Psalm 139:16 ESV - Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them.

Enjoy this (encouraging word) continuing encouragement, begin in Wake Your Faith Up,  order your copy today exclusively at Amazon

Also worth noting it's only 99 cents through the first month of release so get yours quick.

You can also find it's companion book - Wake Your Faith Up

Shake up the complacency of wanting to and be what he called you to. Less than a moment a day for the next 14 days, feed the desire and sow a bountiful harvest toward your faith. Record your journey each day and find yourself empowered to do all He said you can do.

order your copy today at Amazon or Apple Books 

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The Audience is Listening

As a writer and speaker, if only in print, your words have value both to you and your audience. This doesn’t mean they’ll catch every word you throw. There may be some hiccups in understanding some things. Yet being heard in a traditional sense of publishing is no longer as huge a gain as gaining distribution and the ability to reach the reader personally, on a personal level. In fact there are various forums and platforms to distribute your work to the reader. Many authors search and identify these routes t be published. Yet few ever consider where is my audience listening ?

I don’t mean the brand names or traditional houses. Where does my reader hangout and find books to read? While grateful platforms like Createspace and Amazon, Blurb and Smashwords as well as LuLu exist, their having made writing and publishing easier and more profitable does nothing, for an author if you don’t know. How or where to market your book? Where is your audience listening?

This is an important step in the process of being heard and publishing printed works. You need to be in the place or places people are hearing what you have to say. Or to be heard you should be where they will most likely listen to you for a full sales minute.

Not simply to promote your book, but promote you as a serious addition to the discussion. They’re there listening you can join the conversation, becoming known, and build a loyal listening audience for the next book or series to come.

It may seem obvious, yet reality is. Writers write. Some may read. Some may edit. Most will critique endlessly. A few will buy books , as entertainment, or education in most cases. But to be heard, to be a successful writer publisher, the independent author needs to find the platform his/ her audience enjoys and maximize it. Stay tuned to your audience and they will stay tuned to your writings.

#profit margins #amwriting #publishing #writers #readers

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The Key to Being Heard

Distribution is the key to having a voice in as many places as possible. With that, I’d like to personally welcome Deeper Shopping to the journey of books. You find a link to these very fine people further down the page. I might add they are a fine venue for authors, especially Christian writers, to get their voice further out and be heard. They also share two qualities I think are necessary for any author to find success. One being location and the other being accessibility – as a southern (U.S.) writer. I think finding a local distributor is a unique find especially in publishing. I also believe being able to reach the distributor and being kept informed is absolutely necessary to being out there.

 

I've found both qualities in this site, and I believe both qualities to be great jewels in gaining sales for your work. Quite naturally when I heard of these folks as being open to featuring independent authors I had to give them a try. I must say I have not been disappointed.

To this end, I welcome them aboard the book journey - Deeper Shopping 

Thank you for all your help

R.L. Toney

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A One of a Kind Gift - Blurb

People love getting really creative, one-of-a-kind books for Christmas. Books that elicit a “where did you find this?” response. As the leading indie- and self-publishing platform, Blurb has an entire online bookstore full of unique books by an incredible array of undiscovered, self-published authors, artists, and photographers. And while these books probably aren't in your recipient’s bookshelf, many of them should be. 
So, if you’re thinking of giving unique gifts this year, consider these titles. Each costs around $40 USD or less:

Cookie Cravings by Maria Lichty and Heidi LarsenWe all have cookie cravings. Popular food blogger Maria Lichter decided to put them into something deliciously original: A baking book featuring 30 recipes you won’t find anywhere else.


Dog by My Side by Adam SchnitzerThis charming collection of original, vintage photos shows us that as long as there have been cameras, we’ve wanted to photograph our canine best friends. As a special bonus, there’s a glossary of the early photographic methods used in the original images. 


Around the World with a Toy Camera by Giorgio GiussaniPerfect for the photography or graffiti-art fan on your list. This book is an explosion of gritty color that explores the wonders of street art and analog photography. 


Food Stories by Elena ScottA short, wonderfully illustrated collection of recipes (and food stories) that will inspire you to pick up the knife and spatula—or just pen and paper. 

Things I Love by Carol Nehls and Jessica RoseIllustrated and written many years apart by a mother and daughter, this sweet rhyming story told by a fox is pure joy for all ages.


Patent Pending by Jordan NatyshenChicken goggles, air-conditioned rocking chairs, monkey jockeys for greyhounds… humankind has invented and sought to patent some amazing and crazy things. Illustrator Jordan Natyshen illustrates some of the strangest in this history of odd inventions. 


Tiny Horses are Everywhere by Thea LuxThe perfect stocking-stuffer for fans of off-beat humor, this undeniably nutty book is based on a Tumblr blog and combines simple photo collages of small horses in human environments with incredibly funny captions.

Rouleaux by Anastassia EliasWhat can you do with an empty roll of toilet paper? If you’re French artist Anastassia Elias, you create tiny dioramas inside of the discarded tubes. Inspired by art and movies, these pieces are beautifully crafted, fun, and unbelievably detailed. 


Low Fidelity by Bobby GrossmanIf you, or someone you love, listened to New York punk and new wave in the 70s, chances are your favorite artist can be found in this book. Bobby Grossman photographed Iggy Pop, David Byrne, The Ramones, Debbie Harry, Andy Warhol and many more. This book is a time capsule of—and a love letter to—a legendary time, place, and sound.


Take a second and head over to Blurb to see if you can end your search for that perfect gift this season! 

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Writing to Be Heard

There is a voice in everyone that yearns to be heard. Whether expressed creatively, or informatively, the words that seed our thoughts look for an outlet beyond simply speaking. We want to be heard to be understood. In essence we seek to set ourselves apart as a resource. Available and reliable as a tool to assist others, therein providing a valuable service to them as well as a lucrative benefit to us - the working writer.

The question is how do you do this?

How do you share your voice, and ensure its likelihood of being heard?

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A Journey of Inspiration: Learning to Write Publish and Sell Your Book

Every author imagines themselves being published and eventually becoming a bestseller. Most, outside of writing time, dream of gaining the notoriety and fame that comes with having your book in print and read - received well; by a large audience. However, this occurs for few authors. 

Most will over time decide to pursue a small market strategy of publication. For many of these authors the process can seem tedious and burdensome because of the varying elements necessary in operating an independent press.  The most extensive of these can often, and has left many, feeling discouraged. For them being a small press and book distributor that has to market and sell what he/she has written - is too much of a process to every seem to pay what is put in it.

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