Author Archives: Kourtney

Self-publishing and a Free E-book

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Kourtney

Since Monday’s post was epically informative, I’ll link back to it today. If you want to learn about self-publishing from a multi-published NYT Bestseller, check out my Q&A with Jenna Bennett. Jenna’s first book in The Cuttthroat Business Mysteries series, A … Continue reading →

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Jenna Bennett: 10 Questions on Self Publishing and Traditional Publishing

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Kourtney

Today, the fabulous and prolific Jenna Bennett has graciously agreed to answer all my questions on publishing. Jenna publishes the New York Times Bestselling Do-It Yourself Home Renovation Mystery series with Penguin under Jennie Bentley, publishes a futuristic romance  series with Entangled and … Continue reading →

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East Side Restaurant–CT German Food

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Kourtney

I started with the Warsteiner Pilsner. I’m not a big beer drinker, but this was pretty awesome.     We were given a complimentary German coleslaw with cottage cheese and saltines. Sounds weird but it tastes DEVINE. An accordion player … Continue reading →

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Blog Awards: Sisterhood of the World, Blog of 2012, and Liebster Awards

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Kourtney

A big thank you to EllaDee for the Sisterhood of The World Blogger Award! After almost three years of blogging, I think I’ve told you far too much about myself so I’m going to skip the ten questions and go … Continue reading →

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Five Questions with August McLaughlin: Indie Publishing With An Agent

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Kourtney

Today, the amazingly talented August McLaughlin is here to answer questions on her hybrid self-publishing experiences. August is an agented author who decided to self-publish with the assistance of her agency. She’s a blog bud of mine who has taught … Continue reading →

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Market or Die 2: Book Review

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Kourtney

I devoured Jennifer Fusco’s second book in her Market or Die series in a couple days. This book leverages the work you did with her first book on author branding and discusses how to use the power of your brand. … Continue reading →

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Market or Die: Book Review

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Kourtney

As someone planning to self-publish in the spring, I’ve been doing lots of research. Including marketing and brand building. Yes, I have this blog, Facebook, Twitter, and a website. Did I have a brand statement? Uh no. So I dove … Continue reading →

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Sharp Objects–Book Review

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Kourtney

  Gillian Flynn’s debut novel, Sharp Objects, is an ugly story beautifully written. She is a brilliant writer but this is a tale of darkness. Of disturbing acts. Of broken people. Stephen King blurbed her book and said it best: … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!!!

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Kourtney

  I wanted to thank all my blog followers for sticking with me this year through the ups and downs of my writer journey. You are the absolute best! I hope you have a wonderful holiday season. Happy Holidays! Seasons … Continue reading →

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Grandma H Moments of December

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Kourtney

I get in the car with Grandma H and pull out my lip balm. (It’s in a tube) Grandma H asks, “Is that lipstick?” “No,” I say, “It’s lip balm.” “You could put on a little lipstick.” “I don’t like … Continue reading →

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