A Blind Man’s Journey to Publishing a Print Book

Today The Blind Blogger shares how he overcame the struggles he had with making his book available in print to the world.

Please welcome Maxwell Ivey to center stage as he shares his story of how he became an independently published author in 2015.

It’s quite inspirational, and leads me to wonder why more people aren’t becoming authors nowadays!

The Writing Journey Ends – or Begins?

Imagine this scenario:

You have written your first book. You have fought through writer’s block, endured many sleepless nights, overlooked the criticism of friends and family, and overcome questions about whether or not you are good enough or have a story worth telling. Now you are asking yourself, “What do I do next?”

I was at that place a few months ago. I had responded to a challenge from a friend to create an online product, and started a book, Leading You Out of the Darkness Into the Light: A Blind Man’s Inspirational Guide to Success.

We’ve all heard how selling our own e-books, and audio or video courses on our websites can be great for our businesses, right? So, in addition to this challenge providing a chance to share my story, I saw it as an opportunity to bring in some much-needed income. Oh, and maybe become famous! (“wink wink”)

After I finished the e-book, the question remained: What do I do next? I knew I had to edit it, but I wanted to publish it, too. Read More

FREE GIFT for Story Lovers (#Readers AND #Writers!)

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Do you like reading and/or writing?

Do you want or need some inspiration?

If so, please check out the free gift I’m giving away on my author site, Laying It Out There. You’ll love it!

I already wrote a blog post about it, so there’s no need for me to repeat myself here!

Just go check it out, and grab your freebie before you forget!

Oh, and please tell others about it. I’d appreciate it!

Thanks!

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30 Days or Less to Freelance Writing Success

 

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I bet you’ve had some success with freelance writing.

But I bet you wish you had more. Like Gina Horkey, who made over 9K in June 2015.

Great news! I’ve discovered something that will help! Read More

“F.I.T.S.” SERIES: Featuring #freelancewriter DD, an Addicted-to-Heroin #Freelancer

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Today’s post is an extra-special instalment of the F.I.T.S. (Freelancer In The Spotlight) Series on Wording Well, and the “Freelancer In The Spotlight” today is DD, who is addicted to heroin. (Hey, some freelancers have posed nude, so don’t judge…)

Rather than have her write the post in the same style of past FITS posts, I decided to ask her a few questions.

First, let’s meet DD.

Who is DD?

DD is short for Deemster Diva. She’s probably the most productive drug addict I know… not that I know that many… anymore… 😉

DD is on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Google+. She also blogs at Heroin Is My Heroin. DD is not her real name. I know what it is, but out of respect for her, I am not going to reveal it.

We will simply know her as DD.

I’ve had many conversations with her via email, and I don’t judge her for the drugs she chooses to do. She’s still a person, and she’s a freelancer, too.

Kinda makes for an interesting scenario, don’tcha think?

NOTE: Due to my recent announcement, I’m going to be blogging my True Tales Tuesdays posts on Lorraine Reguly: Laying It Out There, so if you’re a reader who loves those type of posts, then please subscribe to my author newsletter. You’ll get a free gift when you do!

 

Now please welcome DD to center stage, and listen to her answer a few questions. Read More

Dear Reader, Please Tell Me About YOU!

 

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Dear Reader,

I want to know more about you.

I’d like to know what you do, where you blog, what your business is, if you have children and/or pets, what you might need help with… whatever!

Tell me anything you want!

Just leave your reply in the comments.

I really do want to know more about you. Why? Two reasons:

1. I’m genuinely interested in knowing who is reading my blog, and how I can help you in the future.

2. I’m going to be revamping my site soon. Getting a new logo, installing a new theme, deleting some old posts, etc., and I want to make sure I’m serving you properly.

I would also like to know:

  • what you like about my blog
  • if you find value in my posts
  • what you like BEST about Wording Well
  • what you want more of
  • what you want less of

and whatever else you want to say!

Feel free to include a link to your site, too. 🙂

DON’T BE SHY. DON’T EDIT YOUR RESPONSES. Heck, if you don’t want me to approve your comment (make it visible for everyone to see), then tell me to delete it after I read it.

I just want to dialogue with you! I’ll respect your wishes, too. 🙂

I look forward to getting to to know you better!

Talk to you soon!

~Lorraine

P. S. The kitten is Midge. She’s my baby, now that my son is grown!