Useful Links for Writers, Self-Publishers, Teachers, Homeschoolers, Families . . .
New listings added and links checked as time allows - updated: Sept 2007
A. Blogs
B. Computer Stuff
C. Children's/Family Sites
D. Motivation
E. For Women Entrepreneurs
F. Newsletters, Ezines and more
G. For Teachers and Homeschoolers
H. Writer's Festivals and Conferences
I. Canada
J. United States/International
K. Great Britain
L. More Links for Writers & Publishers
M. POD and E-publishing
N. Major Publishers
O. Highly Recommended Novels
P. Great Books by Self-published Authors
Q. Fun and Entertainment
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Contents:
A. Blogs:
Books, Marketing and Self-Publishing
Blog Wild! - a superb book on how to blog for business
Blogpulse - lists
Technorati - register your blog, get stats etc - get link as above
B. Computer Stuff:
EditNew - create webpages yourself - no expensive program to purchase samples including jrobertwhittle
Info used at Surrey Writer's Conf. 2006 - Staking Your Claim on WWW
J. Robert Whittle at Author's Den - also entry to invaluable/interesting site
2morrow writing & document design - Laurel Hickey
Desktop Publishing - Jim designs our book covers - samples here Tips $-examples
Newbie Club - Computer Help - everything you need to know about computers
Disabled Writers - Group at MSN
Website link check - This domain is link checked by this company
Monica Works - Web design, development and graphics - View a sample here
Jacquie Lawson Greeting Cards - Delightful animations by Jacquie - $15/yr.
Create free PDF documents
Traffic Analyzer - we have used this great service, FREE trial, too.
Stat-Counter - excellent Free Tool
Webpage Analyzer - fab tool for checking your site, keywords etc.
Create free PDF documents
C. Children's/Family Sites:
Teens Read Too- Great Teen Site with contest for free books!
Moonbeam Series - old-fashioned fairy stories and audio books for ages 4-10
Violet the Pilot Series - great series about a little girl who is a pilot
Sunny's Grand Adventure - children's book for 4-10
Out of This World - activity book series (comic book form) for kids
Just For Kids Who Love Books - kid's books recommended by a teacher
Children's Writing Supersite
Canadian Children's Book Centre
Boarding Schools for Teens - International resources
D. Motivation:
Anthony RobbinsSearch for an Outstanding Woman Speaker
Tracy Lyn Moland, motivational speaker, author
Jack Canfield, motivation and coaching by co-author Chicken Soup Series.
- Jack Canfield interview on writing/publishing with www.ShareGuide.com
Wendy Hearn Coaching Services - Business, Personal and Life Coaching
Time-Finders - Life and career coaching
E. For Women Entrepreneurs:
TimeFinders.net - Resources and coaching for women
Small business loans -
Tracy Lyn Moland, motivational speaker and author of Mom Management
F. Newsletters, Ezines and more:
Author Marketing Expert - Penny Sansevieri's self-publishing newsletter/blog
WriteABookNow.com - Steve Manning's eLetter of fab tips on writing etc.
Write 4 Kids - Website with newletter on writing for Children
How To Write a Tips booklet - Paulette Ensign's useful advice
Writers Weekly - free weekly newsletter for writers
Liberty Publishing International - ePublishing and Micro-Publishing
Adobe Studio - Adobe Products - Tips and Tricks
About.com - fabulous site to learn about anything!
Twilight Times Ezine -
G. For Teachers and Homeschoolers:
BC Ministry of Education - literacy site
BC Homeschool Association
Canadian Teacher Magazine
Canadian Federation of Teachers
Teacher-Librarian - Journal for T-L Professionals (USA)
Family Unschoolers Network
unschooling.com
Educator's Reference Desk (USA)
Wilson Family - Homeschooling Family
Useful Education Links
Homeschooling Today Magazine
H. Writer's Festivals and Conferences
Surrey Int. Writer's Conference, Surrey, BC -don't miss it!
The Literary Fair, Victoria, BC - www.victoriaschoolofwriting.org/
Penticton, BC - Conference -http://www.penwriters.com
Vancouver Int.Writers and Readers Festival- a huge festival
Sechelt, BC -Writers Festival-small butvery popular
Winnipeg, MB: Winnipeg International Writer's Festival
Ottawa, ON:International Writer's Festival
Listing of Writer'sFairs - USA mainly
Romance Writers -www.roadtoromance.ca/conferences.htm
Science Fiction Convention - Calgary -http://www.con-version.org/
Other SF info:http://www.sfcanada.ca/links.htm#Conventions
I. Canada
Assoc. of Book Publishers of BC- much useful info for book publishers
Canada Literacy Award - it's hidden so you have to look for it (not a direct link)
Find aCanadian Postal Code orInfoSpace
Association of Canadian Publishers
National Library of Canada - ISBN's / CIP's etc. for Canadian Publishers
Canadian Bookseller's Association
Vancouver Public Library
Canadian Library Gateway
Canadian Writer's Journal
Federation of BC Writers
On-Line Guide to Writing in Canada
Canadian Newspaper Assoc.
Canadian E-authors
Canadian Author's Assoc. (CAA)
J. UnitedStates / International
Find a US Postal (Zip) Code
Ask Jeeves - ask any question to search the internet
Bowker - purchase ISBNs, Online book databases etc.
Copyright registration forms
Small Publishers Assn of North America
The Publishing Law Center
Media Finder
Baker & Taylor (wholesalers)
Book Zen
Association of American Publishers
Nat'l Assn of Printers & Lithographers
BookWorld (distributors)
American Booksellers Association
Ingram Book Company (wholesalers)
Publishers Weekly
Independent Publisher Awards and book services
Find a Publicist or Copywriter
Bookstores/Virtual Library and more
Book Expo America www.bookexpoamerica.com
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K. Great Britain:
Whitaker (Nielsen Book Data) (UK)
Useful Links
Find a UK Postcode
L. More Links for Writers and Publishers
Seattle Writer Grrls - wonderful links to everything about writing
Marketing/Publishing Services - successful author now shares her exciting tips
WriteABookNow.com- Steve Manning's Newsletter and fab tips on writing etc.
Resources for Authors- many different and useful links
Self Publishing Info - buy a howto manual that pulls no punches
Precision Proofreading - Proofreading and author of "101 Punctuation Tips"
CoVE Services- Copywriting, press releases, editing, brochures, flyers etc.
Book Arts Links
Online Review of Books- has great links for independent writers/publishers
Midwest Book Review - great source for reviewers, reviews, publishing info, etc.
Author Resources- great articles etc.
TimeFinders.net- Resources and coaching for women
Storymind.com- writing tips, newsletter, programs for writers Great Links!
Online Writing Courses- Writing and many other courses. Reasonable prices.
Writer Advice - all sorts of info, links, get free advertising
Annie Jennings, Publicist- book publicity seminars, marketing, promo ideas
M. POD and E-publishing:
The Easy way to Write and Publish E-books
Canadian E-Authors
Links to Digital Books and resources
First Choice Books – POD and book binding services for self- publishing authors
Web site promotion- from the E-Business Tutor
N. Major Publishers:
Harper Collins (UK)- manuscript submission info
Penguin Putnam (Canada) - manuscript submission info
Simon & Shuster
Scholastic
O. Highly Recommended Authors / Novels:
Victoria Chronicles - 3-book historical series set in Pacific NWest by J. Robert Whittle
Lizzie Series - 4-book historical adventure series set in England by J. Robert Whittle
Whispers Across Time - experiences of a mortal angel who time-travels by J Robert Whittle & Joyce Sandilands
P. Recommended Books by self-published authors:
Whitlands Publishing - autographed copies direct from author
J. Robert Whittle - best-selling Canadian author, Winner of IPPY Gold Medal
Joyce Sandilands - author of children's books and young adult novel
Moonbeam Series - old-fashioned fairy stories (chapter books) and audio books by Joyce Sandilands
Novels by Janet Elaine Smith - many with a Scottish theme
Wild Tulips- by Beth Bruno, school psychologist's tales of parenting
Books Northwest.com - promoting NW US and Canadian authors
Dan Poynter's Self-Publishing Tips - writing, marketing, publishing help
Eva's Cookbooks - International Cookbooks in ebook format
Marketing Without Megabucks - marketing strategies by Shel Horowitz
Read Southwest! for and about writers, publishers and titles of the Southwest.
Agatha's Journey - A self-publishing experience and resulting book.
Stonebridge Press - Publishers of books about Japan
Snowcap Press - Publishers of books on adoption, etc.
Q. Fun and Entertainment:
BorderFree.com - Canada - shop online stores with less hassel - Canada Post
Kennel-Up Dogs Magazine - Magazine for dog lovers - dogs and more.
Classics Archive - Classic books online (pdf format). Download or read online.
10 Quick Steps - useful instructional books, digital books etc.
Lizzie Game - Meet hundreds of Lizzie's and play the Lizzie game, FREE
Make a puzzle - Jigzone - make a puzzle from your own picture, FREE
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