by Julie A. Winrich | Dec 4, 2018 | Creating Your Self-Published Book, Publishing, Writing
Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving and are writing every day. Last Clichés: Going to Town– To do something with much enthusiasm and/or do something successfully. This is a 19th century Americanism. Probably refers to the special treat of a trip to town for...
by Julie A. Winrich | Oct 17, 2018 | Publishing, Selling Your Book, Writing
The first session at the expo was by Sandra Beckwith from BuildBooksBuzz.com, “how to Creat a Killer Book Marketing Plan.” I took great notes and I’ll tell you as much as I can remember, and then some. But… First, Last Clichés: You Said It—I couldn’t agree more, you...
by Julie A. Winrich | Sep 25, 2018 | Publishing, Selling Your Book, Writing
It has been a long time. Unfortunately, I had issues with my website. I’m proud to say they are fixed, and soon, I will be revamping my website so it’s more user friendly. That will be coming shortly, as well as my new book. I will continue putting clichés throughout...
by Julie A. Winrich | Nov 4, 2015 | Publishing
Went to a speaker meeting on Monday and listened to a talk about publishing options. But first, last clichés: Stand my Ground—To refuse to give in; to hold your position. This comes from the military (from about 1700) it was used referring to holding one’s position....
by Julie A. Winrich | Oct 28, 2015 | Editing and Re-editing, Publishing
First, let’s find last clichés: Going Over With a Fine-Tooth Comb— To investigate or search for with great care. Combs have been around since ancient Egypt, and some had finer teeth than others, the term “fine tooth comb” dates from the first half of the 19th century....
by Julie A. Winrich | Sep 30, 2015 | Creating Your Self-Published Book, Editing and Re-editing, Publishing
Vanity Killed has been uploaded and I’m waiting for the “proof” book to arrive shortly. First, let’s do the Last Clichés: Have the Upper Hand—To be in a controlling position or dominating. This has been around since the 15th Century. It’s...
