When I first launched JOEPublsihingGroup, I was completely unprepared for the response.  Hundreds of people have been sending manuscripts to me and I can barely keep up.  I have even hired help and can’t maintain the pace.

But the goal of JOEPub was and remains simply to help others to get books published and actually make a living from their writing–not to get caught in a business wherein I can no longer write myself.  See, I am first and foremost, a writer.  I also have extensive marketing experience which I put to use on the above mentioned books early on, but as of late, just keeping up with publishing books has prevented me from doing justice for some of my writers.

For this reason, I was very excited when I came across a course that provides complete training for anyone wanting to self-publish on Amazon Kindle and actually be successful at it.  The Course is called College of Kindle and will show you everything that I have been wanting to put together myself, but have not had the time for.  It provides a huge library along with video tutorials, 24-hour support, and ongoing training so that anyone taking the course will learn not only all they need to know now, but stay on top of the Kindle business as it grows and changes.

I have noticed that many of the folks who come to me for help in getting published could easily do it themselves, if only they had the knowledge or the right tools.  So I am happy to recommend the College of Kindle course to my readers.  Note: This course is not published through JoePublishing.  This is a study course I came across through an independent source and after carefully checking it out, I believe it is superb.  In fact, I am using some of the techniques recommended already with good results so I know my readers will be in good hands.

My goal, as always, is to help advance the publishing revolution that is taking place today.  I wish you all the best but naturally, if this course is not for you, I will be happy to publish your edited, publishing-ready book.  Either way, I wish you all the success in the world.

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Our newest author to JOEPublishingGroup.com has created an unusual sort of book.  It is a photo book of Beautiful Women, but with a twist or two.  The first twist is that this book is a celebration of beautiful transgender (transsexual) women from around the world.  With a simple layout and design, this book features some of the most stunning and attractive transgender women you will ever see.  The book features transgender women from the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.  Printed in full-color and available in both print and Kindle editions, Ms Michelle added another twist to the book.

She has added a contest and whoever wins gets the pot.

The title of her book is Beautiful Women: Choose Well and Win because in this book she not only presents some of the most beautiful transgender women in the world, but has interspersed the book with women born with female genitals.  The object of the contest is to see who can correctly identify the difference.  Along with 240 transgender women she has included 60 women who were born female.  If anyone can determine the 60 women who were born female out of the 300 featured women, that person will win the pot at the end of the rainbow.

The Pot

The Pot as of March 24, 2013 to be Given to the first person to correctly identify those born female in Jacqueline Michelle’s book.

The pot was started at $100 beginning today.  As the book sells, she is adding half of her royalties and JOEPublsihingGroup.com will be added 10% or our receipts.  This will continue until someone wins or the end of 2015.  If no one wins by December 31, 2015, Ms Michelle is going to choose one of the lucky ladies featured within as the winner.

Her reasoning behind the contest stems from her career as a social worker in a major city.  Years ago in her work, she came across a former military officer who discovered he had ovarian cancer when he was in his twenties.  Confronting his father, he found that he had been born with both genitals and a decision had to be made–the father choose a son.  The only problem was that they made the wrong choice.  The “man” was genetically female and to make the change work, surgery and hormone therapy was performed.  So the girl, grew up as a boy, complete with the ability to father children.  But some tissue remained when the testes were forced to drop from the therapy and this is where the ovarian cancer developed.

At the time, Ms Michelle was helping abused children, substance abusers, and the homeless.  When she came across this particular case, she began work on a fictionalized version of the story and that is how we discovered her.  She sent us a portion of the book and we immediately decided we wanted her in the JOEPub home.  However, her book is not due for completion until late 2013 and in the mean time, she decided it would be interesting to find out just how many people could even tell the difference between a female born that way and a transgender woman.

Beautiful Women: Choose Well and Win by new author Jacqueline Michelle is now out through Amazon books. Click the book to get the paperback.

The reason for this contest is that she is trying to raise awareness.  All across America and in many parts of the world, transgender persons are discriminated against.  When a person determines they must be true to their nature and consults with a physician, they are told to begin living as their correct sex, well before they receive an operation to alter their genitalia.  This is because they identify with that sex.  Thus, they are to use restrooms labeled according to their rightful gender and dress accordingly.  Some in society have a problem with this and so discriminatory laws are passed. However, the reality is that in most cases, once the hormone therapy is in effect, no one can tell the physical gender–only the social gender.

So to highlight just how superficial this notion of concerning ourselves as a society with what is between someone’s legs, Ms Michelle has decided to put the concept to the test.  If anyone can correctly determine what is between a woman’s legs by looking at her face or body, then that person will win the pot.  To some degree, this is a social experiment but to a larger degree, it is social activism–she simply wants people to understand just how superficial it is to judge someone on appearance.

And let’s face it…everyone likes a book of beautiful women.

Update: April 29, 2013.

Wow, this book is selling better than I had thought it would.  The pot reached nearly $300 a couple of weeks ago and tomorrow I am going to recalculate the pot, which I believe is going to increase to over $1000.  We are still waiting for someone with a keen eye to win, so get those entries in while you can.

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It’s not often that I get to offer something free to my readers so I am very excited to be part of a new program from White Dove books.  White Dove has a provision whereby I can offer free e-books to my readers.  The best part is that these are motivational books and they are easy to download, there is nothing to buy (unless you want to), and you can download as many as you would like.

I have been in contact with White Dove and am hoping to provide some of my books there free of charge as well in the near future.  Of course, I know what you are thinking (I was thinking the same thing when I was first presented with the offering)–what is the catch?

Well, the catch is simple really.  All they want you to do is sign up for their free newsletter.  They don’t engage in spamming or anything like that.  This is essentially marketing for their company.  They also provide some books for sale which many find useful and they are offering the free books so that they can get more people to at least consider the books they do sell.  Personally, I don’t think that’s a bad deal, which is why I agreed to place their library on my site.

To give you an idea of the books to be found, here are some of the titles in their free books library.

The Power of Gratitude, Making Time Work for You, The 80/20 Diet (I think that is one I shall be needing), Secrets of the Rich, Powerful Ways to Sharpen Your Memory, Body Language Magic, Law of Attraction, and of course, So You Want to be a Writer (I recommend this one for anyone who, well, wants to be a writer).

And this is just a small sampling.  They currently offer over a hundred motivational titles and the library is growing every day.  This is why I am thrilled to be able to offer these books.  I have been listening to and reading motivational books for years.  In fact, I can honestly say that motivational books have helped me get where I am today.  I have read and/or listened to everything from Napoleon Hill to Zig Ziglar, from Tony Robbins to Dale Carnegie, and many more that few people have ever heard of.  I live and breath motivational readings because in today’s fast-paced, stress-inducing world, I need a pick-me-up from time to time.

So be sure to at least pop over and take a look at some of the titles.  Remember, if you see one you like, all you need to do is sign up for White Dove’s free newsletter.  That’s it.

Go to my Free Books Section here.

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I’m really glad I can provide this for my readers and I hope you enjoy your free books.  Also, be sure to watch for any of the JOEPublishing books on Amazon Kindle–I am often running free books there as well from many of my writers.  And for those who do not have Kindle, you can now get it Free from Amazon for virtually any PC or phone.  Read my Article here to learn more.

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A friend shared this with me and the author is unknown.  It’s one of those things that has been circulating for years and who knows where it started.  Still, it is a great sentiment, so i thought I would share it here.

THIS IS LONG BUT OH SO IMPORTANT TO PUT “STUFF” INTO PROSPECTIVE!!!!!!!

A professor stood before his philosophy class…

When the class began, he wordlessly picked up a very large and
empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls.

English: Golf balls. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

He then asked the students if the jar was full.

They agreed that it was.

The professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured
them into the jar. He shook the jar lightly. The pebbles rolled
into the areas between the golf balls.

He then asked the students again if the jar was full.

They agreed it was.

The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it
into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up everything else.

He asked again if the jar was full.

The students responded with a unanimous……..”YES” !!!!!

The professor then produced two beers from under the table
and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling
the empty space between the sand.

The students laughed.

‘Now,’ said the professor as the laughter subsided,
‘I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life…

The golf balls are the important things – your family, your children,
your health, your friends and your favorite passions – and,
if everything else was lost and only they remained,
your life would still be full.

The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job,
your house and your car.

The sand is everything else – the small stuff.’

If you put the sand into the jar first,’ he continued,
‘there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls.

The same goes for your life.

If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff,
you will never have room for the things that are important to you.

Pay attention to the things that are vital to your happiness…

— Spend time with your children.
— Spend time with your parents.
— Visit with your grandparents.
— Take your spouse out to dinner.
— Play another 18.!!!

There will always be time to clean the house and do the chores.

Take care of the golf balls first – the things that really matter.

Set your priorities.

The rest is just sand.

One of the students raised her hand and asked what the beers represented.
The professor smiled and said, ‘I’m glad you asked.’…

The beer shows you that no matter how full your life may seem,
there’s always room for a couple of beers with a friend.

Make Room for the Things That Really Matter in Your Life…

As an aside, I just watched a movie from a few years ago starring George Clooney, called Up In the Air.  I found it interesting that in the movie, he tells a story about filling a suitcase with stuff that is important.  I won’t be a spoiler, but the story he tells is a fresh take on the Mayonnaise Jar above.  Good movie. Highly recommended.

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The Adventures of Mike Mbuvi Sonko by Ronald Wamamuli is now out on Amazon in both print and Kindle editions. Click on the book cover to get the print edition.

is getting great reviews from the top entertainment website in Kenya, Ghafla. Here is what the site had to say…

After the long wait for the much anticipated book that documents the life of the newly-elected Nairobi senator, Gideon Mbuvi AKA Mike Sonko, the book has finally been published and ready to hit the shelves.

JOEPub is proud and pleased to have Ronald Wamamuli in our group and look forward to future installments in The Adventures of Mike Mbuvi Sonko.  The initial installment is written towards juveniles, but the story is entertaining and refreshing–sure to appeal to older audiences as well.

Here is a brief excerpt from The Adventures of Mike Mbuvi Sonko:

      The Chinese say that the palpable formula used by a winning army comprises of deception. When broken down, the Jamuhuri high school army had the infantry, the air force and the navy. And the infantry has at least six hundred men who consume a ton of cooked school beef in a week. It was as though the word ‘Spartan’ was coined just for them.

The students were referred to as an army since they were as accustomed to survival as well as thrival in any given situation. And in that army each soldier was ready to die for honors sake, ready to die for the course as they liked to put it.

“Damn!” screamed Maweu.

“What dude?” Mbuvi asked, his unique blue eyes rolling in wonderment.

“Pull back Bin Laden! Pull back! Do not engage! I repeat don’t FREAKING ENGAGE!”

“Put the freaking radio down Omondi! He will do what he has to do. He is forbidden to blow our cover if he is caught. We are safe.” Otiende said in a calm voice.

“I can’t let him do that. He is our friend punk. He is my little brother. Am not going to sit comfy and witness him going down. You are not a team player… [Then turning to Mbuvi and his team] what the heck is wrong with your freaking eardrums? Can’t they pick up my damn mellow accent? I thought I said pull the hell back!”

“We took an oath brother. BISCUITS IN, BISCUITS OUT and that means we die for the course. Mbuvi has proved himself a good soldier. If he dies in the process, he will get a damn good spanking alright, but will be a symbol of courage for the rest of the brotherhood.”

Otiende grabbed the radio and instructed Mbuvi to carry on. It is not our fault that some have to die, he said. But if that was what it took for an assured good life in future for the brotherhoods fraternity, then so be it!

“Roger that sir. The subject has passed by.” Mbuvi answered in a dry whisper.

“What is your situation?” Otiende asked. His stomach was rumbling miserably. His efforts trying to conceal it were futile. He yawned and asked the same question over the radio. The so-called radios were made out of a blue band kadogoo metallic container.

“Spooky.” Mbuvi replied in the still darkness.

“Yes it is. But remember, your family has been heavily compensated all ready. A new husband has been found for your wife.” Otiende joked lightheartedly.

“What does he look like?”Mbuvi inquired.

“Will Smith.” Omondi joked.

“I thought we had an agreement you guy!” Mbuvi growled.

“She won’t forget you. The brotherhood will see to it that your pictures stay put on the walls.”

“Is he good in bed?” Mbuvi asked.

“I AM STRAIGHT!” Omondi and Otiende chorused.

“I know. I just want to settle in purgatory not having to watch my wife screaming my memories away every night! Make Will Smith go away. Find her a less hot dude!”

“Affirmative ha-ha, Will smith will be deported back to Hollywood tonight. So go ahead and make us all proud… may the

Cover of Will Smith

devil be with you!”

“And he be with you brother!” these two rascals had a tendency of taking jokes too far. But at least it meant a moment forgetting about hunger and rumbling stomachs. Otiende let a tear caravan freely down his desert sand-dry chicks. These were the last words he had heard many say before they got caught by the patron. It was the point of no return… the poof. The kaput! He had fixed the human cameras [Which was mainly Form ones to look out for looming danger and sound the alarm] so strategically, so all they did was waiting as their stomachs rumbled away hoping that Mbuvi would bring them some food.

Mbuvi broke into the school pantry and took a handful of mangoes, dropped them in a bag that he was carrying. This was an achievement indeed. It was worth reporting to the base. So human camera one nodded to camera two, who nodded to camera three until the signal reached the last human camera that walked into the dormitory and whispered into Omondi’s ears. He smiled sheepishly.

Then the human cameras got the visual of an old lady they all knew too well. Mrs. Wambui the patron had heard the commotion and was coming to check the kitchen out. Her wrinkles accentuated by the florescent and an overdose of makeup.

“HIDE little brother, HIDE!” screamed Otiende on the home made radio. He didn’t even realize that he was banging the table so violently that some of his treasured popcorn was spilling on the floor. But Fernando scooped them up before they reached the down there.

“Mike Mbuvi, open this door. I know you are in there.” Mrs. Wambui shouted with a heavy accent. She actually was issuing that warning after kicking the heavy hardwood door clean off its hinges. The seven pairs of eyes in the brotherhood didn’t blink for almost three minutes. Was it the end of an era? Did it mean they were going to starve to death? Were the gods trying to set us up? They asked themselves the questions people do when they are hungry…lots of silly questions. Then the juicy part came…

 


Continue reading the Adventures of Mike Mbuvi Sonko…

Ronald Wamumali is a Biology student soon to graduate from Egerton University in Njoro, near Nakuru, Kenya.  This is his first book but certainly not his last.  Author page coming soon, but fans can keep in touch through the JOEPub forum.

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fans. The purpose of this forum is twofold: First, I wanted to create a way that fans could easily stay in touch with the writers whom I have signed. Second, I wanted a way that writers (whether signed with JOEPub or not) could get together, learn from each other, gain access to resources, develop their talent, and generally motivate each other.

I have been writing all my life and have been involved over the years in numerous writers groups, where we would meet for coffee to discuss each others work, critique each other, and help others (especially newbies) to find good marketing outlets for their work. As writers, it is important that we meet regularly to discuss our craft–this is how we improve and maintain our creative juice flow.

But it is also important for writers to have the ability to hear from their fans on a regular basis and I thought that it may be a good idea, given the abilities afforded us by the Internet, to bring writers and fans together. Think of JOEPub as the place too meet and greet–a place for everyone to participate in the writers group.

Years ago, we would meet in coffee shops and quiet pubs. But the groups were only local writers and never fans. The groups were generally very small so ideas were limited to the socio-demographic ideas of those present. With JOEPub, we have the opportunity to bring writers from every walk of life, every culture, every race, every nationality together. I believe this will create a synergy unlike any other and welcome all.

Initially, when I was setting the JOEPub forum up, I considered limiting it to members only. But then, I thought why do that? Writing is an art that knows no limits so the idea of limiting a forum for writers to only certain people seemed wrong. So I set it up so that anyone who wants to join may do so. What is more, writing knows no rules, no boundaries–so I set no rules or limits. I would ask that those participating in the forum please respect others and not be trolls (I do have the ability to block certain persons so if anyone has a problem with someone else, I will look into the matter–if one is just being a troll, I will boot them.)

In any case, I plan on posting regularly to the forum by providing tips on writing, marketing, and various other related topics. I encourage anyone who has something useful for others to do the same.  Of course, I will also continue providing information here on my site so be sure to check in here as well.  When I post something specific to writing in any way, I will provide a link through the JOEPub forum.  Also, if you like discovering new authors as much as I, keep watching our Author’s page as I am adding new talent often.

And don’t forget, if you are a writer and are seeking publication, JOEPublishing is looking for new talent.  Contact me either by writing to me at cjeffoakes@gmail.com or by leaving a comment at the bottom of this page.

Why not head over to the JOEPub forum now and join the discussion–or start one.  The forum is new, so there is not much there for now, so anything you would like to add will certainly be appreciated by all. If you see me at JOEPub, be sure to say hi.

Also recently added is a small store for writers.  It contains all the books I believe will help anyone writing for websites such as books on sound SEO/SEM writing, along with my favorite picks in politics, philosophy, history, psychology, and more.  In addition, I added a section with office products which I believe are the best for writers, such as back scratchers, massaging seat additions, and computer-related items.  Be sure to check out my store here.  Also, you can order books from any of the JOEPublishing authors

through this store.

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Making beer is not that difficult, at least not making homemade rotgut brew.  Of course, like anything, the more time you spend doing it the better you become.  But after the collapse, there will likely be such a shortage of beer and so many hardcore beer drinkers that even if the stuff you make turns out tasting like weasel spit, someone is going to want it.

Here is what you need.

• Large kitchen Brew pot
• Kitchen strainer
• Kitchen thermometer
• Large funnel
• Rolling pin
• Clean water
• Air locking cap and 3 gallon brewing bottle
• Bottles
• 3 lbs light dried malt extract
• 8 oz crushed malt
• 1 oz pellet hops
• 1 pkg brewers yeast
• 3/8 cup sugar

Start by crushing the malt with the rolling pin into course flour.

Pour the water into the large pot.  Add the grain, cover, and boil to around 150 degrees.  Turn off the heat and let it stand for 30 minutes.  Then remove most of the grain from the batch using the strainer (just dip it and you don’t have to get it all, just most).

Now get it boiling and add the malt.  Keep it boiling and add half of the hops.  Continue boiling without letting it boil over for one hour.  Stop the heat and add the rest of the hops.  Let it steep about ten minutes.  Then cool the batch.  It is best if cooled quickly like placing it into a freezer or tub of ice water, but if this is not possible, then do your best.

Once cooled, pout into a clean, sanitized brewing bottle (the big one) with the air lock cap so that CO2 can escape while preventing O2 to get in.  Be sure that you have at least two and a half gallons of this brew.  If too much boiled off, you can add some fresh water before pouring into the bottles.  Of course, the only thing this will do is weaken the brew somewhat so if you are going for volume, add the water.  If you are going for alcohol content, leave it be.

If the side of the bottle is cool to room temperature, add the yeast and cover with the air lock cap.  Let it sit for about ten days in a cool, dark place.  Keep it out of direct sunlight.

Now you are ready for bottling but before you do, boil the sugar in about a cup of water for five minutes and let cool.  Add the sugar water to the mix, bottle it up, and the beer is ready for trading.

Survive and Thrive: 100 Tips for After the Stores Close is C. Jeff Oakes’ second Best-Seller on Amazon. Click the image to get it today.

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cob, creamed, popped, meal…doesn’t matter–if you’re serving corn, he’s going to invite himself for dinner.

Which for most of his fans would be a good thing because Bear’s interests are as vast and varied as his books.  An avid reader of the classics, philosophy, psychology, religion, and all related topics, his eclectic interests shine through in his compelling and thoughtful novels.

He also studies the occult, hermetica and esoterica: the Tarot, Kabbalah, Astrology, Runes, the Ogham, Theosophy, etc.

With numerous smaller works published in another life under another name, this well-known author decided to reinvent himself with us, little ol’ JOEPub and we are honored.   Bear had originally intended this move several years ago, but the publisher then went out of business before Afterlife by Francis Divine, M.D., his current best-selling book with JOEPub, made it to press.  He considered seeking another and instead just let the matter drop for the time.

When we found him, he was doing editorial work for an NPO (which he still does out of his love for helping others).  He told us how he had considered reinventing himself and we couldn’t help but help him out.

Afterlife by Francis Divine, M.D. is one of the best books I’ve read in years.  I was so taken by it that I offered my own recommendation on the back cover.  It is the story of two friends who meet while incarcerated and though holding very different philosophical beliefs regarding the nature of existence and life, become like brothers.  However, when they decide to use hypnosis to help one quit smoking, the two open a door to another dimension of sorts that forces each to reconsider their own firm convictions.  I won’t be a spoiler, but if you don’t read another book this year, this should be the one.

Bear’s next book, Merlinus Americanus Iunior, which has also been collecting dust for years, is due out soon from JOEPublishing.

The latest book by Andrew Scott Bear is now available in both paperback and kindle editions. Click on the book to get the paperback. Cover design by Sarai Q.

Click here to get Afterlife by Francis Divine, M.D., Kindle edition

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This is the set of pages where we will showcase our authors so that fans can stay up with them and their books.  (Each Author has a page coming soon).  In addition, we will be soon be adding a forum whereby fans can leave messages and interact.

Authors currently signed with JOEPub are:

Visit K. C. Cavanaugh’s Author Page

Visit Andrew Scott Bear’s Author Page

Amanda Star

Peter A. Grimm

Ronald Wamumali

MaryLei Barclay

Natalia Velez

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publishing firms that required an author to submit a query, then submit a manuscript, then submit to weeks and months of torture while they supposedly read it, there now is e-publishing.  E-publishing has in a mere three years completely outstripped traditional publishing and it is not slowing at all.

I have recently branched out into publishing books for others.  This came after a friend asked me to publish a book for him, which is doing quite well.  When I first began looking into self-publishing, I was lost.  If you have been down this road or are on it now, you know what I mean.  In any case, I searched the Internet for publishers and self-publication platforms but it seemed like the more I searched, the more confused I became.

How I Managed Two Best-Sellers

Many friends asked me how I was able to publish my own books and actually make money from them (I currently have two best-sellers).   The long and short of it was that

1) I put in long hours learning the mechanics of online book publishing and

2) I put my 20 years of experience in sales and marketing (both off and online) to use.

In short, I am doing what needs to be done.

The big thing I noticed when I was first trying to get published was that there were literally tons of companies who would publish my books for ONLY $299, $499, or $599, with absolutely NO marketing support.  In other words, they would gladly print and “publish” my book for the price of an entire library.  But the reality is that these companies are NOT, let me emphasize that again, NOT publishers.  They are only book creators, printers, making money from the vanity of others.

The other thing I noticed was that after learning HOW to self-publish, I then had to self-market.  This understandably took time away from writing more books, which I love.

So when I decided I was going into the publishing business, I decided to merge the best of both worlds.

Winning a Revolution Requires Revolutionary Action

Just like traditional publishers do not charge authors for the privilege of selling their books, I do not charge.  And in harmony with the book publishing revolution that is taking place today, I am willing to publish ANYONE.  Am I crazy?

Perhaps.

But I believe that everyone has at least one good story in them and who am I to decide who gets to hear that story?  Indeed, if that story is not told, no one will hear it and to me, that is the same as censorship.

Now, understand that I am operating a small company, just now getting under way.  I am limited in my time and resources at this point.  So although I will publish your book, I may be limited in my ability at this point to market.  So here is my solution.

I have set up a section of this website for my authors and anyone interested in learning how to market their books.  I will do some marketing of your book because let’s face facts, if you aren’t making money from your book, neither am I.  But as an author, there are simple things that you can do to promote your book as well.

Eventually, I plan on putting a forum on this site so that all my authors can interact with each other and their fans.  This will create a synergy that is going to take this book publishing revolution to the next level.

I Will Publish ANYONE for FREE

If you have a book you would like to have published, I would be delighted to help.  Either write to me at cjeffoakes@gmail.com or leave a comment to this blog.  If you write to my email, feel free to send me a small excerpt.  (I like to be teased). I will then send you a contract and if you are agreeable to the terms (remember, I don’t charge you), I will represent you.

So again, you must be thinking I am crazy, right?

No.  This really is a book publishing revolution and I simply want to lead the way.  Any revolution requires people working together to accomplish great things and I believe that we can do just that.

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