Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: Everybody! From teens going green to my 92 year-old aunt who is composting in her retirement home. And everyone in between who is looking for a safer way to grow food and flowers in their backyard, front porch or NYC fire escape!

Q: What is the book about?
A: From Booklist review, March 2010:
“While offering plenty of sound and sensible organic gardening advice, Spiegelman lightens the load with quippy and pithy observations that make the experience feel more like a casual conversation with a good, green-thumbed friend than a lecture from a stuffy horticulturist.

A transplanted Manhattanite who found herself gardening in California, Spiegelman wisely enrolled in master gardener classes before she killed so many plants she’d qualify for a ‘most wanted’ poster at the local nursery. She shares her hard-won knowledge glibly but with a great deal of gravity, too. Gardens are fun, yes, but the benefits they provide, from the aesthetic to the ecological, should be taken seriously.”

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A: Because I was a really bad gardener and now I’m a really good gardener. Ta-da!

I am now a Master Gardener and a garden columnist for the Pacific Sun newspaper in California. I’m also a concerned, opinionated and outspoken parent. I’m passionate about passing on land and water that is safe and clean to the next generation. If we don’t clean up our act environmentally, they’ll think their parents were so lame!

Q: How is this book different from other books on this topic?
A: It’s written by an ex-New Yorker who works in the movie business and somehow, down the road, fell in love with soil. Go figure? If I can do it, anyone can.

Topics in the book:

• The secret to great soil (the only way to have a healthy garden)
• Organic rose care and flowers that invite the good bugs
• The least toxic ways to combat pests in your yard
• Learning to worship the worm and build a compost pile
• Tips and tricks for growing killer tomatoes
• A seasonal breakdown of gardening chores to stay on top of your garden year-round

Each chapter ends with a plant recommendation by Annie’s own Dirt Diva Royal Horticultural Society along with a rating system of how easy or difficult the plant is to grow and upkeep. Packed with tips for shopping, learning, and promoting environmentally sound garden practices, this one-stop handbook is ideal for anyone looking to grow their green thumb.

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?
A: Yes, these people are talking dirt about me:

It’s hard to resist a gardening book that’s both chocked full of information, and fun to read. It doesn’t matter if you are a novice gardener or more experienced, Annie, “The Dirt Diva,” shows the way to growing and enjoying a natural, sustainable, organic garden.
–Nell Newman, Co-founder and President of Newman’s Own Organics

Annie Spiegelman (AKA the Dirt Diva) understands what gardening is really about: having fun…even when you aren’t having fun! This book is laugh out loud useful and smart. Frankly, it’s the best book on Organic Gardening that I’ve seen in 11 years (since mine came out). The Dirt Diva Royal Horticultural Society is the only gardening club I really want to be a member of.
–Maria Rodale, CEO of Rodale Inc.

Fun, factual, and filled with ideas. What sets Talking Dirt apart from all other organic gardening how-to guides is Anne Spiegelman. The information is presented with personality and wit making this book a must have resource for the aspiring organic gardener.
–Michael C. Metallo, President National Gardening Association

Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: The intended audience is teen and pre-teen girls – many of whom already call themselves “Tao-Girls”.

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A: After great success with my first book, Tao of the Defiant Woman, the women who read the book and/or attended my seminars and workshops asked me to write a similar book for their daughters and granddaughters.

I began by traveling the country and working with girls; listening to their stories and starting a community of Tao-Girls.  I met with girls who were members of national organizations such as the Uniquely Me Councils of Girl Scouts of America, and community organizations, as well as smaller, individual groups of girls.

I learned much about these girls and found that they eagerly accepted my Tao and dynamic philosophy into their lives.  They listened to me, were comfortable spending time with me and telling me their stories.  And they participated in the writing of “their” book.

Q: How is this book different from other books on this topic?
A: Many books are out there for these young girls.  Tao-Girls Rule!, however, gives them a role model to follow – Tao-Girl – who understands that to grow in self confidence and travel the paths of their lives with strength and joy they need to be:

Tenacious, Accepting, Optimistic, Grateful, Imaginative, Radiant, Loving.

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?
A: As for there being anything else you should know about the book, I would like to quote part of the text from the back cover:
” If you are the sort of girl who wants to find balance, be confident and act boldly, this book has all of the rules.”

“In Tao-Girls Rule! CJ Golden brings her guidance and insight to teen and pre-teen girls as they face the challenges of growing up in an ever-changing and  complex world. Combining the acceptance of the ancient philosophy of Tao with a healthy dose of boldness, Golden helps young girls grow in self-esteem  and confidence.”

“Whether you are worrying about your BFF not liking you, struggling with the way your body looks, or just trying to deal with all of the homework your teacher gave you last night, Tao Girls Rule! is for you. Inside you’ll find simple, yet powerful ways to discover and appreciate your very best self and live life with confidence and boldness when faced with challenges. Tao Girls DO Rule!‘ -Leanne Gluck, Project Manager, uniquely ME! Girl Scouts of the USA”

Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: Every author thinks about getting on Amazon, but this book validates the aspirations of a much broader audience.

• Speakers, trainers and consultants have information they would love to share with event participants, attendees and potential clients.

• Inventors, programmers and product development gurus have processes about which the public needs to know.

•  Professors, teachers and moms have book ideas for the students they serve.

• Pastors have sermon sets and grandmothers have the journals of a lifetime.

It has been said that there is a book in each of us, and the current publishing platforms make it possible for anyone, any author, to have their chance on stage.

Q: What is the book about?
A: eBooks: Idea to Amazon in 14 Days is ideal for how-to and business authors who want to take their words from private to public. This book reads like a personal journal, but is actually a guide for any author who is ready to sell some books.

The blow-by-blow progression of Marnie’s 2-week journey, from idea to publication, provides the shortcuts and success strategies you need to get published now.

David Sanford, Literary Agent. “Write and sell your first ebook. Marnie’s fast-paced book tells you virtually everything you need to know. Highly recommended!”

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A: I didn’t choose myself. A regional library directory chose me as the right person. I am the author of 11 books and eBooks, a pinch hit trainer, and a library lover. Once chosen, I invested every ounce of energy and every resource I could muster to put together the best training on the topic available right now. I hope I succeeded.

Q: How is this book different from other books on this topic?
A: Author opportunities are changing at a mind boggling rate. This book is definitely the up-to-the-minute resource for authors who are serious about getting onto Amazon with the shortest learning curve possible.

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?
A: I am a how-to author. I write virtually for real people, with real challenges, who live in a real world. My hope and prayer is that something I say, write, or do will have a positive affect on your life, or at least on your day.  Thanks for the opportunity to be here!

Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: It’s a self-help-health book. Say that ten times.

Q: What is the book about?
A: It’s about enjoying the fun and intrigue of unraveling nature’s clues that fill you with awe, inspiration, and healing. This fascinating book combines ancient wisdom with modern research, and science with imagination. Connect to the wonder you felt as a child, and emulate how Nature wisely deals with change and adversity.

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A: I am a recovering “learning addict” who ultimately discovered that the answers to most of life’s questions are found in nature’s genius. I’m a nutritionist with a Ph.D. in naturopathy (alternative medicine), a master’s degree in psychology, a nutrition degree, and a LEED™ (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) accreditation. I combine all these fields to give you the dirt on nature.

Q: How is this book different from other books on this topic?
A: It’s really a one-of-a kind book. It’s not a nature book because most people think of nature books as photos of the forests, mountains, and sea. It’s entirely different from all other nature, and health books too, because it presents nature as your nurturer, health coach, and mentor, and yet it’s easy and fun to read.

We can take advice from motivational speakers who have been around maybe 50 years versus Nature who’s been around 4 billion years. It’s time we learn to listen to our mom—Mother Nature. Your “mother” really does know best!

Einstein said, “Look deep into nature and then you will understand everything better.” The more you know about nature, the more you’ll understand yourself and others. So after reading this book, you’ll see things in a whole new light.

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?
A: Losing touch with nature and contact with the earth can make you feel more stressed and depressed.  The EPA estimates that Americans spend about 90% of their day indoors.

University of Illinois research shows that children who were outdoors more exhibit a dramatic reduction in the symptoms of ADD. The average child recognizes more than a hundred corporate logos but can’t name ten types of plants.

Our bodies are designed to be in touch with nature. When people who are depressed garden and get their hands in dirt, their depression lessens.

My sincere wish is that Nature becomes your true friend and mentor, and that this book fills you with many “awe-ha” moments. Mother Nature’s profound wisdom is right outside your front door and is free!
Website: http://www.ElaineWilkes.com

Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: This book is for entrepreneurs, CEOs, salesman, soccer moms and students. It will serve anyone of any age from any background who knows there’s got to be more for his life than what they’re experiencing now. This book is for people who are sick and tired of being sick and tired, dissatisfied, unfulfilled and stuck in a perpetual rut. It’s for people who have fear running their life. It’s for people who are ready to let all of that go and who want to have the business and life success they see when they close their eyes.

Q: What is the book about?
A: Your life, your wealth, dreams, happiness, fulfillment and satisfaction and removing all of the beliefs, blocks and barriers that are stopping you from having whatever your heart desires. It’s about being released from the chains of your past and being free to live the life you’ve always wanted to live.  It will enable you to pull the weeds of fear and stagnation right by their roots so they don’t come back anymore. You will then be able to plant a brand new garden to grow whatever future you would like.

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A: Every single word, concept, exercise and idea in this book came from my real life experience. There is absolutely no theory in this book. There is no hype. There is no fluff. I’ve tried and successfully mastered everything in the book. I know it works without the shadow of a doubt and I stake my reputation on it.

Q: How is this book different from other books on this topic?
A: Most personal development books don’t work effectively. They are full of useless platitudes, tired, old concepts and boring ideas. They offer strategies and tactics, but never lead people to solving their problems. They motivate people, temporarily making them feel better, but that’s it. Motivation doesn’t last.

This book is not about motivation, it’s about transformation. It will help you get to the core beliefs that block you from experiencing joy, peace, fulfillment and freedom. And help you to change your own mind about who you are and what you believe is possible, both right now and in your future. Once you do that, your change is permanent.

In addition, it only deals with the issues at their core because when you deal with a problem at its core, it doesn’t come back anymore.

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?
A: Be prepared to do all the action steps and the exercises necessary. As you “grow” through the book, be prepared to see some amazing changes in your life. If you’re not willing to do that, you won’t experience the change in your life that you’re looking for.

Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: Entrepreneurs, sales reps and managers, small business owners, home-based business owners, and those just plain interested in how the world works.

Q: What is the book about?
A: The book reveals the 12 attributes of “800-Pound Gorillas”, or the dominant players in any market who get the largest share of the business.  Whether you’re an individual looking to become a larger presence in your sales career, or a company that needs to find a different route to beat the competition, the stories and examples in the book will help you discover several ways to improve your status and success in the business jungle.

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A: My 25+ years in broadcast advertising sales, combined with the need to become a more dominant player as I went off to start my own company, gave me the desire to learn more about how others had become the 800-Pound Gorillas in their respective categories.

Through dozens of interviews, hours of research, and refining of the information, the 12 attributes of dominant players came to the surface.  The book has already helped many others to become a more dominant player in a wide variety of business categories.

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?
A: The book is different than others because it explores several business categories no one has written about in great detail.  We’ve all heard about Starbucks, Google, and Wal-Mart; who’s the dominant player in the school bus sales industry, and what can an individual learn from their success?  How about nursing homes for underprivileged people?  Promotional specialty products?  Travel Websites for hotel properties?  The sports ticket sales industry?  These are just a few of the categories that are highlighted and revealed in this book – stories you won’t find anywhere else.

Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: Single Baby Boomers exploring the world of Internet dating.

Q: What is the book about?
A: Profileactics: A Guide for the Prevention of Ill-Conceived Personal Ads combines lessons in self-awareness and language with generous doses of wisdom and wit. The result is an invaluable tool for Baby Boomers exploring the world of Internet dating.

Hundreds of profile excerpts are used to demonstrate the often misguided efforts of Boomers looking for love. Some are hilarious, some sad and some are just strange, but all illustrate the power of words.

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A: I am a psychotherapist in private practice for 25 years in Connecticut.

My first book, From Ex-Wife to Exceptional Life: A Woman’s Journey through Divorce won an honorable mention award from the Independent Publishers Association. It has helped thousands of women recover from divorce and find joy in their new lives.

When they began dating again, their stories of internet dating became the inspiration for this book. Profileactics assists the reader in developing a more discerning eye, not only about what not to write but also about whom not to date.

Q: How is this book different from other books on this topic?
A: The book focuses on the importance of an impeccably written profile. Potential suitors have literally thousands of choices. Without a good first impression there will be more rejection than connection. The book is informative and the material is approachable, upbeat and well-organized. It is a fun read!

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?
A: Profileactics will help single Baby Boomers craft a better profile and assist them in finding the love they want; it will challenge the reader to look more deeply into themselves—beyond childhood dreams and stereotypical expectations of gender and relationship. This self-reflection will result in a heightened self-awareness and a clearer picture of what they long for in a relationship.

For more information about my practice, upcoming workshops and the books, www.donnaferber.com, or www.profileactics.com

Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: Anyone involved in sales, business development, account management, marketing, or fundraising.  It’s also great for job seekers.

Q: What is the book about?
A: In today’s hyper-competitive marketplace, the ones with the information are the ones that win. Because when it comes to sales and business, there is no such thing as a fair fight. In Take the Cold Out of Cold Calling you’ll discover astonishing Sales Intelligence Web Search Secrets you can use to ensure you’re more prepared for every sales meeting, every client call, every business interaction, every time.

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A: I have more than 20 years experience using the techniques I teach to help market and sell for startup companies and some of the world’s most famous brands. I am the creator of the “Know More!” sales training program and have taught these techniques to thousands of business executives around the globe.  For seven years, I was also the president of the nation’s premier business library.

Q: How is this book different from other books on this topic?
A: There truly are no other books on this topic.  There are thousands of books that teach you how to sell. There are many that teach you how to find information. This is the only book that teaches how to quickly locate information online and how to apply it to win business.

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?
A: Sales Intelligence is THE key to successful business development and account management in any economic environment. In fact, studies show that when you practice the types of Sales Intelligence tips found in Take the Cold Out of Cold Calling, that you will win twice the business of your competition who “wings it.” This book will help you discover Web search secrets even the pros don’t know.

From Google search tricks to free premium databases; from the “Invisible Web” to leveraging social media as an “intelligence agent,” you’ll learn how to quickly find the information you need to make a big-time impression with any prospect, and build deeper relationships with any client. Armed with the secrets shared in Take the Cold Out of Cold Calling, you will…

• Better understand your prospects and clients, so you have a competitive edge.

• Create sales presentations that address your prospects’ challenges.

• Become astonishingly well-informed about your clients’ wants, needs and plans.

• Create more opportunities with prospects, and get an advantage in negotiations.

• Be better prepared to present, sell, and close more deals than…anyone!

Endorsed by some of the world’s leading sales experts and business leaders (http://www.samrichter.com/reviews), Take the Cold Out of Cold Calling is the first book and program that teaches how to use online resources to find information BEFORE the sales call, and how to apply the information to ensure immediate and ongoing relevancy. Sellers are able to ask very pointed questions, leading towards a superb first impression, deeper more meaningful discussion, relevant pitches, and ultimately, a better proposal and long-term ongoing customer value.

Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: Any one that wants their investments grows tax-free. For young people whom want to save for emergency need or college, or older people for retirement.

Q: What is the book about?
A: In plain English what a Roth IRA is and who should have one. Also for those who have IRA’s and trying to decide, should they convert their IRA’s into Roth IRA’s in 2010?

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A: I am a practicing CPA and Financial Adviser, who has prepared and reviewed over 400 tax returns per year for the last 25 years.

Q: How is this book different from other books on this topic?
A: What I practice very day on my business is what I recommend in the book. Many others write book based on IRS rules but never fully understand how it works in real life

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?
A: There will be a rush for some people to convert their IRA’s into Roth IRA’s in 2010, because the IRS is allowing those with Income (AGI) of over $100,000 to convert in 2010 since they have not been able do that so far.

The big question: is should you convert or not? In order to get to the right answer, you need to know whether it makes sense for you to continue with a tax deferred IRA or convert in 2010 and pay the income taxes then, therefore allowing the earnings to grow tax-free from then on.

I believe that there will be those who should not convert but will. However, some who should convert will not. Why? In my book Roth IRA: Exploding the Myths, I cover some myths, which keep people from contributing or converting into Roth IRA.

What are some of the myths that people have, which keep them from having a Roth IRA or converting to a Roth IRA?

Some believe it’s too good to be true.

Most think a Roth IRA is an investment.

Many think Roth IRA’s are only good for young people.

Others have told them that if they are over 60 years old, they are too old.

Some believe they cannot trust the government to keep its word.

Many think their taxes will go up.

A few think their taxes will go down.

Some say, “I don’t want government to get any of my money now” (even though some people would pay no income tax at the time of conversion).

Some say, “I don’t want to pay tax on it now. If my kids pay more taxes on it, I don’t care; that’s their problem.”

Others have said, “I did a big spreadsheet; it doesn’t make sense to do a Roth IRA conversion.”

Many do not want to do a Roth IRA because they believe that it was their Roth IRA that lost money in the past (although they lost money because of how it was invested, not because it was set up as a Roth IRA).

Many do not want to tie up their money.

Some believe they have to pay tax on it (again).

Once an IRA is converted, it acts like a regular Roth IRA. If you consider doing a Roth IRA conversion, the conversion must be complete before December 31. The tax is due in the year the conversion is completed. To qualify for the conversion, your adjusted gross income (AGI), without counting the Roth IRA conversion and Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) for those over 70 ½ years old from a regular IRA is less than $100,000.

Your AGI is the total of all income less certain adjustments. It is shown on the last line (37) of page one of your Form 1040 tax return. Alternatively, it is on line 21 of page one of Form 1040A. However, the IRS is allowing everyone to convert his or her IRA into a Roth IRA in the year 2010 without the AGI limit. The best part is that you have 2 years to pay the tax on this conversion.

The IRS allows you to reverse the conversion without any tax consequences once per calendar year before the due date of your tax return, plus the maximum six-month extension period (whether or not the return is actually extended). This is called a Roth IRA recharacterization. For example, the deadline to recharacterize a 2010 Roth conversion is October 15, 2011.

You may ask, “Why should I convert my IRA into a Roth IRA and pay tax on it now? Isn’t the biggest reason for investing in an IRA in the first place so that I can defer the tax for as long as possible?” It is true that for many this is not the right thing to do, but there are conditions that may justify converting. I will explain them in the book.

I know there are many opinions on both sides of the suggestions: whether or not to convert some of your IRA into Roth IRA. After listening to many of my clients and others I realized that there are a lot of misunderstandings about Roth IRA’s. For that reason I have written a book about Roth IRA myths called Roth IRA: Exploding the Myths, and To Convert or Not in 2009/2010. I explain in plain English the advantages and disadvantages of a Roth IRA and who should have a Roth IRA or convert into the Roth IRA.

Visit WWW.WhyRothIRA.Com to get more information. Writing this book has been a family project, as my 19 years old daughter Christina did the illustrations and formatting and my 23-year daughter Jahana helped with the editing the book.

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Question: Who Is the intended audience?
Answer: This book is ideal for B2B business leaders running companies under $100M in revenues.  It can also guide CEO’s who want to exit their business in 2-10 years, but are seriously undervalued, overwhelmed, or unfocused.  Many entrepreneurs are reading the book to learn from CEOs who have already reached the next level of growth to which they aspire.

Q: What is the book about?
A:  Many strategic planning and marketing experts try to dazzle readers with complex business jargon, sexy marketing hype and cool new ideas.  This book simplifies marketing success by helping business leaders overcome the two biggest business growth roadblocks: limiting beliefs and lack of a written, practical plan.  I bring many practical examples from my decades of working for growth companies and top performing organizations.

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A:  I have helped clients secure $83M in new business within just two years. I have advised hundreds of business leaders based on the results of my one-year study of how high performing business owners create sustainable, healthy businesses.  My 26 years of helping organizations secure top line growth without “selling out” has earned me accolades from leaders such as Dr. Stephen Covey, Marshall Goldsmith, and Guy Kawasaki.   You won’t find any academic fluff here—only proven, time-tested, easy to understand tools and strategies.

Q: How is this book different from other books on the topic?
A: One book reviewer said that “many business books read like a theoretical, academic methodology that would take a rocket scientist to follow and implement.  Nirell avoids that problem with simple, down-to-earth steps that, if followed, will definitely place you on the right track for moving your business to the next level.”  Zappos CFO Alfred Lin says “it is a thoughtful book that brings together marketing and strategy to inform the planning process that is focused on delivering value.”  I added many of my own personal stories to give the book a uniquely human perspective and feel.

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?

A: EnergizeGrowth® NOW helps you stay connected to your customers, partners,  and yourself. After overcoming the startup hurdles, it’s easy to stray from the vision and values on which you founded your business. This book shows you how to continually grow—without losing sight of the principles that got you here.
From my own personal experience, I know that it takes real commitment to focus on the fundamentals that help you build a sustainable business.  Energize Growth® NOW is the resource you need to help you achieve that.  It shows you how to build deep relationships with clients and customers, stop obsessing over the numbers so you can think about the big picture, and build systems that free you up to focus on more strategic activities. To me, that is energizing!