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I am PLEASED to announce my DEBUT website!!! My DEBUT Novel "Love TORN Asunder" will be available for purchase APRIL 30th 2011.

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Between The Sheets Of Love TORN Asunder...

I have yet to announce my Publishing company... I will be releasing my first Manuscript "Love TORN Asunder" with none other the Emerald Star Press. Under Destiny Carter guidance I am finally going to have my book available to the Public...

This is an exciting and scary experience.

Although I have found a company that I feel will assist me on the next step in my Journey... There is STILL alot of work to be done.Now more then before I have to utilize my networking and get the word out about my soon to be released novel and Blog.

Because this is so important to me, I can't drop the ball in the last ending.

As an author... I have to get a game plan together to MARKET myself. The thought of that alone is daunting to me. You see I feel like my passion behind this book and the story I have written sells itself. BUT... If no one knows you and you have no audience. You will have a Beautiful collection of work that YOU alone are only privy to.

When I began this Process, it was all about getting to the finish line. Just finishing the book. A book that I knew was entertaining and told a story. I knew that it had to all the elements I look for in a book. Character development, a story that is relate-able to some and just entertaining to others,and Intrigue. I believe that I have capture all these elements between the sheets of "Love TORN Asunder".

I am currently working on my website and that will be available soon.... I have some EXCITING plans in place for the release of my Website and the April release of my Novel.

My book will be available for pre-orders and packages THERE! My dream is becoming a reality and I want to THANK everyone that supports this project. I believe that will be evident when my website goes up. In March I have a few surprises in store... I hope to see you ALL there.

Lots of Love Liz... :-)

Meet Elizabeth Funderbirk 1/27/2011 - Destiny C | Internet Radio | Blog Talk Radio

Meet Elizabeth Funderbirk 1/27/2011 - Destiny C | Internet Radio | Blog Talk Radio


Click the Link to listen in on my 3rd Blog Talk Radio Interview...There were a few Technical Difficulties. However the show was a success!!! You have to keep it moving... ALWAYS :-)

Thanks for the Support.

Lots of Love Liz... :-)

.... What Happens Next!?!? ((REPOST))

...So I have been making some head way in my Book Publishing Quest... Although NOTHING has been finalized. I am feeling more confident... Mind you I may still be on the hunt for a publishing company. I am just realizing that the fear that I started with has slowly but surely diminished as time passed on and I keep pushing on.

When I began this process and I mean all way back to when I first started to pen this Manuscript... It was with alot a hesitation. I was scared that I was not good enough, scared that no one would support me, and scared that I was doing this for nothing.

As time has passed I have grown in so many ways... The fear of not being good enough has faded with the knowledge that I am serious about this and certain I will perfect my skills.
The realization that the ones I thought would be my biggest supporters did not break me... It has opened my eyes to a world of support that I did not anticipate.
I know this is not for nothing because I am proud of what I have accomplished thus far... and that alone is worth it.

On this journey it is so important that you don't jump on this first opportunity that comes your way. RESEARCH and ASK QUESTIONS!!!

I felt an overwhelming sense of relief the first company that showed interest. I was wrapped in my joy. Until I laid there that night and wondered WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?!?!? You see since this is all new too me. I need to ensure that I am making the right choices, asking questions that are necessary in order for me to learn and grow in this literary world. Not allowing things to just happen because I don't want to ruffle any feathers.

I believe you can get the answers you need and NOT burn any bridges along the way if you just approach the situation in a professional manner. These are business people and should appreciate that you are conducting business in such a positive and professional manner.

You can't as a new writer allow yourself to be taking advantage of...
I have come up with some starter questions that you may want to ask when making inquiries with publishing companies. these are things that need to be consider to make an informed decision. You may decided this is the RIGHT choice for you. You may decide you need to expand your search and keep your options open. You may decide to self publish...


1...CONTRACTS: Will there be contracts sent to me? Advising exactly what it entails to be published by {INSERT COMPANY NAME HERE} ? What are the fee's that will be associated with this process?

Example: For editing( if necessary), Proof reading ( if required) ... and any services the publishing company provides that you may need clarification on.


2... PRODUCTION: Will I the author be in contact with the many people that may handle my work in the various stages of production?

You want to ensure that you are hands on with the production of your manuscript.


3.... PROMOTIONS: What if any promotion assistance will I receive?

You need to see if there is a budget for promotions.((Depending on the size of the company that may be left solely up to you the Author)) As an Author you should be prepared to promote you own work ANYWAY. However, ask questions regarding services that are provided.

4... PRINTING: Will my Manuscript be printed in mass quantity or will it be printed upon the request for sale?
What are the fee's associated with this process? And what is the price difference? Do I have a choice or which I prefer?

5... DISTRIBUTION: What type of distribution will {INSERT COMPANY NAME HERE} provide? Do you have a relationship with book stores ((National and/or Privately owned))? Besides {INSERT COMPANY NAME HERE} website,Will my book be available on Amazon? What other advertising will be in place?

As an author YOU should be prepared to get your book out to the public. You will need to research the different avenues that you can use to get this accomplished. However get clarification of role the publishing company you're interested in plays in all of this.

These are just questions to get you stated... At least this is similar to the format that I used. More questions will arise. DON'T be hesitant to receive clarification.


I hope this has helped someone... Please leave feed back and Tell a Friend.

Lots of Love Liz... :-)

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Interview on... "MONDAY MADNESS" ( http://www.blogtalkradio.com/jahzara/2011/01/11/monday-madness )

On Monday I did my 2nd BTR Interview on "MONDAY MADNESS" Hosted by Jahzara Bradley.

Keep a look out for the Spring release of my New Book " Love TORN Asunder" through Emerald Star Press. ALL updates will be RIGHT HERE!!!

Thanks for the Support

Lots of Love Liz... :-)

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