Publisher's Desk For September 2nd

September 02, 2009

Publisher's Desk For September 2nd
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ONLY 2 WEEKS AWAY! The Fall '09 24-HOUR SHORT STORY CONTEST

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How to Publish Weekly Newspapers, Niche Market Tabloids, and Free Circulation Shoppers
Step-by-step instructions on publishing your own niche market periodicals.

Words @ Work: Powerful business writing delivers increased sales, improved results, and more
How to harvest a feast of ideas, organize information creatively, and write in a clear, conversational style people want to read.

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4. How To Make Money Writing About The Supernatural
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Healing cancer requires knowledge of alternative treatments. Here it is.

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Jennifer Truman landed the family plane while both parents were having strokes.

3. Remembering Your Soul Purpose
An ascension book/workbook for excavating your soul's unique contribution.

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