Ending my month long SALE with a BANG!!! "Love TORN Asunder" will be ONLY $10.00 on my website until noon tomorrow. NO shipping added to your purchase. Starting at Noon tomorrow I will be kicking off my next promotion, in hopes to raise funds for Saving Lives Through Lit. A portion of each book sold from my website "Literary Liz Writes" www.LiteraryLiz.com for the ENTIRE month of October, will be donated to SLTL for Domestic Violence Awareness & Outreach! Each order will also come with a special show of my appreciation for your contribution.
Lots of Love LiteraryLiz....♥
www.LiteraryLiz.com
Friday, September 30, 2011
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Introducing Elizabeth Fundebirk
Introducing Elizabeth Funderbirk (Literary Liz)
Elizabeth is Mother, Wife, Writer, Blogger, Business Woman, Sister, Friend, Daughter, and Survivor. Originally, from New York, NY, Liz, moved to Buffalo, NY at a young age. Although she has lived in several states over her 31 years of life she now she calls Myrtle Beach, SC home.
She began her writing career as a Blogger of a Literary Journal “Trials Tribulations, and Torn” in 2009. This is a Journal of her Journey to become a Published author. This follows the trials she faces in her personal life as well as trying to navigate her way through a industry she knew little to nothing about. Since then her Blog has grown leaps and bounds and she is always working to keep it up to date. Several of her Articles/Post rank 1-6 on the Google Search. “Publishing A Body Of Work” & “What happens after you have finished writing your manuscript.”
Elizabeth Funderbirk’s debut Novel “Love TORN Asunder” is a Relationship Drama that is Available on line through all major book retailers also on Kindle, Nook, and all E-readers. The second book of this 3 part 4 book series will be out Fall/Winter 2011.
She has contributed Articles to other Blogs and Web Magazines.Her poetry and Official Debut book review can be found in Matties Periodicals. A quarterly literary publication. She is the Owner of a start up Web Design firm, which specializes in Affordable Web Sites built with templates. EyeDesign4u Solutions motto is “Allow us”. Where setting a website can be time consuming, frustrating and costly.... EyeDesign4u will do all the work for just "pennies for quality". Elizabeth is also one of the founder of “Saving Lives Through Lit” a non-profit project that raises fund for Domectic Violence Awareness through promoting literacy, where she serves as the President.
Literary Liz Writes: http://LiteraryLiz.com
Trials, Tribulations, & Torn: http://writingtorn.blogspot.com
EyeDesign4u Solutions: http://literaryliz.com/#!eyedesign4u
Saving Lives Through Lit: http://savinglivesthroughlit.org
LiteraryLiz.....
Elizabeth is Mother, Wife, Writer, Blogger, Business Woman, Sister, Friend, Daughter, and Survivor. Originally, from New York, NY, Liz, moved to Buffalo, NY at a young age. Although she has lived in several states over her 31 years of life she now she calls Myrtle Beach, SC home.
She began her writing career as a Blogger of a Literary Journal “Trials Tribulations, and Torn” in 2009. This is a Journal of her Journey to become a Published author. This follows the trials she faces in her personal life as well as trying to navigate her way through a industry she knew little to nothing about. Since then her Blog has grown leaps and bounds and she is always working to keep it up to date. Several of her Articles/Post rank 1-6 on the Google Search. “Publishing A Body Of Work” & “What happens after you have finished writing your manuscript.”
Elizabeth Funderbirk’s debut Novel “Love TORN Asunder” is a Relationship Drama that is Available on line through all major book retailers also on Kindle, Nook, and all E-readers. The second book of this 3 part 4 book series will be out Fall/Winter 2011.
She has contributed Articles to other Blogs and Web Magazines.Her poetry and Official Debut book review can be found in Matties Periodicals. A quarterly literary publication. She is the Owner of a start up Web Design firm, which specializes in Affordable Web Sites built with templates. EyeDesign4u Solutions motto is “Allow us”. Where setting a website can be time consuming, frustrating and costly.... EyeDesign4u will do all the work for just "pennies for quality". Elizabeth is also one of the founder of “Saving Lives Through Lit” a non-profit project that raises fund for Domectic Violence Awareness through promoting literacy, where she serves as the President.
Literary Liz Writes: http://LiteraryLiz.com
Trials, Tribulations, & Torn: http://writingtorn.blogspot.com
EyeDesign4u Solutions: http://literaryliz.com/#!eyedesign4u
Saving Lives Through Lit: http://savinglivesthroughlit.org
LiteraryLiz.....
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Interview with the Founder & Co-Founder of "Saving Lives Through Lit"
http://loudcaster.com/channels/581-the1essence-radio
Please Tune into to AUTHOR SPEAK at 8:00 PM EST Tonight! Myself Elizabeth Funderbirk (Love Torn Asunder) and Kiexiza Tashua Rodriquez (Beautiful), and their joint project Saving Lives Through Lit (SLTL). Our new home is on The1Essence Radio. See You There! Please tune in a SUPPORT. Click this lonk below for details.
Lots of Love LiteraryLiz....♥
www.LiteraryLiz.com
http://savinglivesthroughlit.org... Please JOIN "Saving Lives Through Lit" and join the Movement!
Thursday, September 8, 2011
SALE on Relationship Drama "Love TORN Asunder" By: Elizabeth Funderbirk
YIPPEEE!!!!! So as you all may have heard my wedding is only 9days away. In true celebration mode I wanted to share my joy lol and discount the prices on "Love TORN Asunder" By yours truly Literary Liz Writes created by Elizabeth Funderbirk. Currently on my website www.LiteraryLiz.com you can purchase the Relationship Drama for ONLY $12.00 with NO shipping included. Kindle, Nook & E-Reader... WAS $5.99. With the increase in sales I am so GEEKED the price has been lowered yet again! "Love TORN Asunder" available on ALL E-readers for $2.99 for the ENTIRE month of SEPT!!! Thanks for the Love & Support!!!
BELOW.... I have left you with One of my Official review. Waiting to add your review to my website!!!
Official Review Provided By: Rahiem Brooks, CEO & Publisher of Prodigy Publishing Group. Author of Award winning Novels "Laugh Now" & "Con-Test".
Thunderous applause for Elizabeth and her debut novel, LOVE TORN ASUNDER. Typically, I do not like stories that are heavily character-driven, but this novel was a very excellent read. Elizabeth wrote in five voices (Kendrick, Leslie, Devine, Lincoln, and Her) and each of them were distinguishable and unique. What Elizabeth did best was effectively convey the points of view of each character with respect to to the plot thoroughly and expertly.
LOVE TORN ASUNDER is the story of Leslie who is happily involved in an intimate relationship with a traveling business man, Lincoln that is missing any intimacy. In the beginning of the novel, she is convinced to move in with her best friend Devine, a stripper, at the Red Rooster, Buffalo, New York's premiere strip club. That move is seemingly the worse move of her life. Leslie is reconnected with a childhood friend (and Devine's cousin) Kendrick, who is able to sweep her off her feet and into her bed for a night of passion, which leads to a three month sordid affair. An affair that exposes Kendrick's wife and Leslie's husband to a considerable amount of pain, and Devine to a jealous rage. A rage that assists Kendrick's wife in telling the ultimate lie to break-up her husband's happiness when not at home. And a lie that brings Leslie's engagement to a complete halt. In the end, LOVE TORN ASUNDER ended powerfully with a twisted cliff-hanger that was done so smoothly, there doesn't even need to be a part two. But, rest assured I am waiting for part two.
I tip my hat to the story development. I also would like to be in Buffalo a little more and perhaps have a sub-plot, which could release the grip that Leslie's drama had on me, which wasn't bad. (wink wink)
I would definitely recommend everyone dealing with relationship and cheating issues read this. Elizabeth has concisely given it psychology-style and knows her way around the minds of all the characters involved in a love triangle. It was scary at times to see how well she's developed these characters. The plot is a case book example of The triangular theory, which is a theory of love developed by psychologist Robert Sternberg, and is a must read.
By: Rahiem Brooks
Lots of Love LiteraryLiz......♥
www.LiteraryLiz.com
Monday, September 5, 2011
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Saving Lives Through Lit: A Domestic Violence Anthology!
Saving Lives Through Lit
Two creative women had an idea and sent out an SOS to Authors, Editors, Poets, Graphic Designers, and other creative personalities for assistance. Together everyone that came together to make this Project a reality have one Mission: To SAVE LIVES THROUGH LITERATURE! This is a Project that was born last year. However, domestic violence as a whole has been a issue for too many years to count. Through the Directors of SAVING LIVES THROUGH LITERATURE, Elizabeth Funderbirk and Kiexiza Rodriquez, they want to bring an awareness and a voice to the voiceless affected by this crisis. Together that have arranged talent, enlisted services to be donated, created a media buzz, established this website, and an email that will be directly used for this one mission.
This project is a Non-Profit venture that is totally being presented by DONATIONS only. Our goal is to shed light on a topic that needs to be addressed. There are many organizations that deal with the issue of Men, Women, and Children living with Domestic Violence, we as representatives of the artist community wanted to lend our Voices/Pens, and talents to the Cure. What better way then to do what we love and Write the stories of the many faces. Stories some are still afraid to voice.
We pray that our efforts are met with an abundance of support. So that we can all be apart of the Movement to end Domestic Violence.
The founders of the "Saving Lives Through Lit" project had a vision of bringing together those in the literary community willing to contribute pieces of who they are to create an anthology to affect change in our nation.
Elizabeth Funderbirk and Kiexiza Rodriquez set the wheels in motion and received an overwhelming response.
The first anthology for "Saving Lives through lit" will be entitled "The Voices Behind the Tears" and will be released in October 2011. The funds made will be solely used for donations to several national organizations and to fund future SLTL Projects.
This is our way to join and support the cause and raise awareness. Many of those contributing have been personally affected by domestic violence in one way or another and desire desperately to aid those that are living with this and those that are seeking way out.
Support and donations are greatly appreciated as they will contribute to SLTL's success. Please email savinglivesthroughlit@ymail.com for more information on how you can help!
Please JOIN our Web Site http://savinglivesthroughlit.org
Two creative women had an idea and sent out an SOS to Authors, Editors, Poets, Graphic Designers, and other creative personalities for assistance. Together everyone that came together to make this Project a reality have one Mission: To SAVE LIVES THROUGH LITERATURE! This is a Project that was born last year. However, domestic violence as a whole has been a issue for too many years to count. Through the Directors of SAVING LIVES THROUGH LITERATURE, Elizabeth Funderbirk and Kiexiza Rodriquez, they want to bring an awareness and a voice to the voiceless affected by this crisis. Together that have arranged talent, enlisted services to be donated, created a media buzz, established this website, and an email that will be directly used for this one mission.
This project is a Non-Profit venture that is totally being presented by DONATIONS only. Our goal is to shed light on a topic that needs to be addressed. There are many organizations that deal with the issue of Men, Women, and Children living with Domestic Violence, we as representatives of the artist community wanted to lend our Voices/Pens, and talents to the Cure. What better way then to do what we love and Write the stories of the many faces. Stories some are still afraid to voice.
We pray that our efforts are met with an abundance of support. So that we can all be apart of the Movement to end Domestic Violence.
The founders of the "Saving Lives Through Lit" project had a vision of bringing together those in the literary community willing to contribute pieces of who they are to create an anthology to affect change in our nation.
Elizabeth Funderbirk and Kiexiza Rodriquez set the wheels in motion and received an overwhelming response.
The first anthology for "Saving Lives through lit" will be entitled "The Voices Behind the Tears" and will be released in October 2011. The funds made will be solely used for donations to several national organizations and to fund future SLTL Projects.
This is our way to join and support the cause and raise awareness. Many of those contributing have been personally affected by domestic violence in one way or another and desire desperately to aid those that are living with this and those that are seeking way out.
Support and donations are greatly appreciated as they will contribute to SLTL's success. Please email savinglivesthroughlit@ymail.com for more information on how you can help!
Please JOIN our Web Site http://savinglivesthroughlit.org
Three Things I Have Learned Since Becoming A Published Author....
Three Things I Have Learned Since Becoming A Published Author....
There are so many things that come to mind when I contemplate the knowledge I have gained since beginning my literary journey. Most of the articles I write in my Literary Journal “Trials, Tribulations, and Torn” are about my path to get on the shelves. Now, that I have rightfully obtained the moniker “Published Author” I now know the hard work it really takes to sustain in this industry. There are many things I can share on this topic and actually, I could write a book about it J but this particular article I will focus on three things I’ve learned.
The first thing that I have learned for sure is that marketing your book is a must. Some people get so caught up in social media they forget to shut down their PC’s and hit the pavement.
I was one of these people. Don’t get consumed in the social networking machine. It is definitely an invaluable tool and has made it so much easier to reach the masses; however, don’t under estimate the power of the original hustle and get out and meet and greet the public. These are the folks who will remember you took the time to sign and autograph your book that they’ve purchased. It will also exemplify that you are hungry enough to be out and about to spread the word on your work. In turn, these people will continue to spread the word too. Word of mouth is the BEST advertisement you will ever get and the most cost effective.
Marketing and promoting yourself, your work, and your brand, can and will get costly. So it is a MUST to use creative strategies when you begin to hear echoes in your wallet. You can’t put your business on hold when you hit road blocks. Think outside the box to keep your progression going. If you are not being seen or driving traffic your way then you will have sacrificed for nothing.
After you have posted in every and all social media sites, gone out and made yourself known amongst the consumers, and set up a website for all of them to reference … NOW what? Cross promote. Team up with someone in your shoes or shoes that you one day wish to fill and target one other supporters. This is a win, win situation for both parties. You know for sure that if they are making sales and doing well they have obtained a fan base. Readers are waiting on their next read while in the middle of their current book. You know that they have a need for what you have, you just need to gain their attention long enough to tell them. What better way to do so than to get someone they already support to pass along your info. It works both ways. This creates great networking connections and customers for all parties involved.
Don’t forget to ALWAYS give your supporters a deal. Not a hook up but a deal. We all love a deal and if you have people who have been on the fence about your book, a good SALE may just be what they need to take a chance on you, especially if you are new on the scene.
Remember there are always marketing options that will not leave you in financial straits.
The second thing I have learned is ALWAYS be professional. Your professionalism is your brand. Always keep that in mind when you are working and even when you are not. I mean are authors ever off the clock? Your office is not a conventional one. You are a public figure so to speak. Your demeanor in social settings, social media included, will propel your success OR send it diving.
Your conduct as a professional is imperative no matter the genre you write. Consumers want to spend, and support businesses that show longevity and give their clients respect. Becoming an author is starting a business essentially, especially if your goal is to continue writing as a career. Approach each encounter with a buyer, or potential buyer like they have stepped into your office and you need to impress them with not only your business savvy, but your product.
Conducting yourself in a professional manner on social media is MUST! It is so easy to get caught up in the fact that you are behind a screen. Your internet footprint is lasting and can be accessed by almost anyone. If you’re on your social media pages fussing back and forth or get caught up in senseless drama it is unbecoming as a professional and a turn off to potential readers/buyers. Don’t take the bait and allow someone to take you outside your character. The anonymity can make it so easy and although social media should not be your only form of marketing/promoting it IS a wonderful asset. Don’t get a reputation in the negative regarding your interaction or comments made in a public forum. The word of mouth can work both ways.
The third, and most important thing I’ve learned is to believe in your vision. When I started I knew what I wanted. I knew what I wanted my book cover to look like. I knew I wanted to work with a company as opposed to self-publishing. I knew the market I was targeting. I knew what I hoped to grow into as an author. Keep your vision. In this business you will gain a wealth of knowledge from those who have done it before you and their advice will be valuable and help you to get to another level. That does not mean that your game plan is all wrong. That means that you may have to grow your vision or shelf certain ideas until you can bring them to fruitation, but never let them go. Your vision is what brought you this far.
Opinions will come at you, which you need to modify this and do away with that. However, that may not be exactly what you envisioned. As the head of your new literary venture you must take control and make the final decision. It may not be the right one, but it will be yours and you will know that you took control. The mistakes is where the learning process begins. If anyone tells you they have the formula for success and it is 100% guaranteed they are fooling you and themselves. They too had growing pains. Some will reach out and express concern because they failed in the direction in which you chose to take. The thing is they cannot tell which path will bring you success. You have walked your path and only you know your circumstances. You can’t follow someone else’s blueprint to the letter because their start and their finish will be different than yours. Although they have obtained success doing exactly what they explained you should do, there is no way to know if that same advice will work in your favor. That is why you can’t look at the next person and wonder why this is not working for me? Or if you are successful you should not question why are they going about things that way? Believe in you and take it all in. Learn your business, research everything! Then research again to make informed choices.
Please base you business decisions on what you KNOW will work in your favor. Base them on what you KNOW you can accomplish on your means. By all means take advice and apply where you can. What you can’t, like I stated before get creative, and stay on the path to your vision.
Three Things I Have Learned Since Becoming A Published Author. By: Elizabeth Funderbirk for Urban Bookshelf.
This article along will many other will also be featured on the Author Literary Blog “Trials, Tribulations, and Torn” http://writingtorn.blogspot.com
For more information on Elizabeth “LiteraryLiz” Funderbirk please visit “Literary Liz Writes” www.LiteraryLiz.com
There are so many things that come to mind when I contemplate the knowledge I have gained since beginning my literary journey. Most of the articles I write in my Literary Journal “Trials, Tribulations, and Torn” are about my path to get on the shelves. Now, that I have rightfully obtained the moniker “Published Author” I now know the hard work it really takes to sustain in this industry. There are many things I can share on this topic and actually, I could write a book about it J but this particular article I will focus on three things I’ve learned.
The first thing that I have learned for sure is that marketing your book is a must. Some people get so caught up in social media they forget to shut down their PC’s and hit the pavement.
I was one of these people. Don’t get consumed in the social networking machine. It is definitely an invaluable tool and has made it so much easier to reach the masses; however, don’t under estimate the power of the original hustle and get out and meet and greet the public. These are the folks who will remember you took the time to sign and autograph your book that they’ve purchased. It will also exemplify that you are hungry enough to be out and about to spread the word on your work. In turn, these people will continue to spread the word too. Word of mouth is the BEST advertisement you will ever get and the most cost effective.
Marketing and promoting yourself, your work, and your brand, can and will get costly. So it is a MUST to use creative strategies when you begin to hear echoes in your wallet. You can’t put your business on hold when you hit road blocks. Think outside the box to keep your progression going. If you are not being seen or driving traffic your way then you will have sacrificed for nothing.
After you have posted in every and all social media sites, gone out and made yourself known amongst the consumers, and set up a website for all of them to reference … NOW what? Cross promote. Team up with someone in your shoes or shoes that you one day wish to fill and target one other supporters. This is a win, win situation for both parties. You know for sure that if they are making sales and doing well they have obtained a fan base. Readers are waiting on their next read while in the middle of their current book. You know that they have a need for what you have, you just need to gain their attention long enough to tell them. What better way to do so than to get someone they already support to pass along your info. It works both ways. This creates great networking connections and customers for all parties involved.
Don’t forget to ALWAYS give your supporters a deal. Not a hook up but a deal. We all love a deal and if you have people who have been on the fence about your book, a good SALE may just be what they need to take a chance on you, especially if you are new on the scene.
Remember there are always marketing options that will not leave you in financial straits.
The second thing I have learned is ALWAYS be professional. Your professionalism is your brand. Always keep that in mind when you are working and even when you are not. I mean are authors ever off the clock? Your office is not a conventional one. You are a public figure so to speak. Your demeanor in social settings, social media included, will propel your success OR send it diving.
Your conduct as a professional is imperative no matter the genre you write. Consumers want to spend, and support businesses that show longevity and give their clients respect. Becoming an author is starting a business essentially, especially if your goal is to continue writing as a career. Approach each encounter with a buyer, or potential buyer like they have stepped into your office and you need to impress them with not only your business savvy, but your product.
Conducting yourself in a professional manner on social media is MUST! It is so easy to get caught up in the fact that you are behind a screen. Your internet footprint is lasting and can be accessed by almost anyone. If you’re on your social media pages fussing back and forth or get caught up in senseless drama it is unbecoming as a professional and a turn off to potential readers/buyers. Don’t take the bait and allow someone to take you outside your character. The anonymity can make it so easy and although social media should not be your only form of marketing/promoting it IS a wonderful asset. Don’t get a reputation in the negative regarding your interaction or comments made in a public forum. The word of mouth can work both ways.
The third, and most important thing I’ve learned is to believe in your vision. When I started I knew what I wanted. I knew what I wanted my book cover to look like. I knew I wanted to work with a company as opposed to self-publishing. I knew the market I was targeting. I knew what I hoped to grow into as an author. Keep your vision. In this business you will gain a wealth of knowledge from those who have done it before you and their advice will be valuable and help you to get to another level. That does not mean that your game plan is all wrong. That means that you may have to grow your vision or shelf certain ideas until you can bring them to fruitation, but never let them go. Your vision is what brought you this far.
Opinions will come at you, which you need to modify this and do away with that. However, that may not be exactly what you envisioned. As the head of your new literary venture you must take control and make the final decision. It may not be the right one, but it will be yours and you will know that you took control. The mistakes is where the learning process begins. If anyone tells you they have the formula for success and it is 100% guaranteed they are fooling you and themselves. They too had growing pains. Some will reach out and express concern because they failed in the direction in which you chose to take. The thing is they cannot tell which path will bring you success. You have walked your path and only you know your circumstances. You can’t follow someone else’s blueprint to the letter because their start and their finish will be different than yours. Although they have obtained success doing exactly what they explained you should do, there is no way to know if that same advice will work in your favor. That is why you can’t look at the next person and wonder why this is not working for me? Or if you are successful you should not question why are they going about things that way? Believe in you and take it all in. Learn your business, research everything! Then research again to make informed choices.
Please base you business decisions on what you KNOW will work in your favor. Base them on what you KNOW you can accomplish on your means. By all means take advice and apply where you can. What you can’t, like I stated before get creative, and stay on the path to your vision.
Three Things I Have Learned Since Becoming A Published Author. By: Elizabeth Funderbirk for Urban Bookshelf.
This article along will many other will also be featured on the Author Literary Blog “Trials, Tribulations, and Torn” http://writingtorn.blogspot.com
For more information on Elizabeth “LiteraryLiz” Funderbirk please visit “Literary Liz Writes” www.LiteraryLiz.com
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