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WOW! Women On Writing announces two very special author blog tours!
Blog Tour dates:
February 2, 2009 - March 2, 2009
Come and join the fun! Meet the authors and visit their fabulous blog hostesses.
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Dear ,
We're thrilled to announce the launch of WOW! Women On Writing Author Blog Tours! Blog tours are becoming very popular with authors and are a great way to reach a diverse readership.
I know some of you must be wondering...what exactly is a blog tour?
A blog tour is similar to an author's book tour, but it's hosted online, instead of at, say, a bookstore. The touring author visits a number of blogs (otherwise known as "blog stops") over a set period--typically, a month.
 Authors use this format to buzz their book, connect with readers, and have fun! It's a wonderful way to network with a readership the author might never get to meet in "real" life. For instance, this tour takes us across the U.S. and to Canada, and even Ireland, all in one month! Even the most gregarious traveler couldn't conquer that much territory in such a short time. But it's not about the territory covered, it's about the interesting people you meet along the way.
The two authors we bring you this month are not only excellent writers with fascinating books, they're wonderful new friends. These ladies have gone out of their way to provide you with unique articles for each blog, and no two blogs are the same. I have to tell you, I really worked these ladies! They've written articles on many topics and are also conducting interviews, and participating in book giveaways!
Are you excited? I am! Come and join us on this fabulous journey! Let's meet the authors, shall we?
~ Angela & Jodi ~ (Your hostesses)
* Feel free to copy any part of this email and share it on your own blog or in your newsletter. PS. Kim Hix kicks off her tour today on WOW! Women On Writing! Head over to The Muffin and leave a comment. Those who comment will be entered in a drawing to win a signed copy of No One is Perfect, and You Are a Great Kid. |
 About Kim:
"My name is Kim Hix
and I am the mother of a very special young boy who struggles with
emotional difficulties. He has experienced an array of moods from an
early age, which include rages, depression, anxiety, and drastic mood
shifts. In our journey to find help, we've encountered many specialists
and interesting people. During this time, my son dealt with feeling
different from his peers, isolated, and at times, rejected. My son
would express to me that he felt no one understood him and that he was
the only kid in the world with these problems. What started out as a
project to help my son, cultivated a desire to let other kids and
parents know that they are NOT alone. In fact, millions of children are
suffering with mental illness, neuropsychiatric disorders, and behavior
disorders. They long to be accepted, to be normal, and just fit in.
They suffer, and we, the parents, suffer all the while our hearts are
breaking.
"This is why I wrote a book for Zack and kids like
him, who struggle with feelings of being different. It is my hope that
this story will offer some measure of comfort and belonging to the
children who read it."
Visit Kim's Website:
Intense Kids, Great Kids
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No One is Perfect and YOU Are a Great KidBy Kim Hix
Winner of Best Children's Book for ages 6 and under, Reader Views Award for 2007 Annual Literary Awards
No One is Perfect and YOU are a Great Kid is a lovely book written about Zack, a young boy who struggles
daily with ever changing moods. He tries to understand why he gets very
sad, upset, discouraged and angry in response to what most would
consider insignificant events. Zack often feels different, left out, and
isolated due to his moods. He poses thought provoking questions to his
audience that can spur some meaningful conversation.
This
book will touch your heart and anyone who has a special child in their
life who struggles with any degree of emotional, behavorial, or
psychiatric disorder. ISBN: 1419631489
To purchase No One is Perfect and You are a Great Kid, please visit Amazon.com.
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 About Annette:
Annette is galloping toward happily-ever-after with her Danish Prince Charming husband, aspiring photographer
son, and two socially retarded dogs in Laguna Niguel, CA.
Visit Annette's Websites:
Writing Blog: www.annettefix.comBook blog: The Break-Up Diet
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The Break-Up Diet: a memoir
By Annette Fix
Annette Fix always believed in happily ever
after and was busy working her Five-Year Plan: marry her golf-pro
boyfriend, homeschool her preteen son, become a famous writer, and
retire to Fiji. When her live-in boyfriend calls it quits, Annette
finds herself on The Break-Up Diet, consuming vast amounts of chocolate
and exercising by diving blindly into the shallow end of the dating
pool.
Working as an exotic dancer to bankroll her aspiring writing career
and support her son alone, Annette uses her blue-collar instinct to
survive in the plastic jungle of The OC.
Annette's adventures take her on a wild ride as she attempts find
the perfect balance between her dreams and her day-to-day life as
Supermom.
ISBN: 1934518395
To purchase The Break-Up Diet, please visit Amazon.com, B&N.com, or any independent or chain bookstore. FREE Gift! For the length of her blog tour, Annette will be giving away free digital copies of her memoir. If you'd like a copy, send an email to promo@thebreak-updiet.com, please put "WOW! Newsletter" in the subject line.
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Do you want to participate in this tour?
Email Angela & Jodi, your tour guides.
If you'd like to host one of these fabulous authors on your blog, we still have a few dates in November. Come join the party! Email Angela & Jodi with your request.
If you're an author interested in promoting your latest book with WOW! Women On Writing Blog Tours please email us for more info.
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Let's Start the Tour! February 2, 2009 - March 2, 2009
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The following are the tour dates of these two fabulous authors. Annette's tour is already in progress, so be sure to check out the "in progress" dates below to see what you've missed! Kim Hix kicks off her tour today on The Muffin! Be sure to stop by and comment for your chance to win a signed copy of her book. Also, while you're there, comment on Annette's interview for a chance to win a signed copy of her book. We have lots of giveaways this tour and plenty of lively discussions. Join the fun! Also, as you view the listings, make note of these wonderful blogs. Each one of them, a treasure, and a place that many readers call home. In a noisy online world, you will find sanctuary in these true gems.
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In Progress (First Posted February 2, 2009)
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 Posted: February 2, 2009 (Monday)Annette Fix launches her tour at The Muffin!Come join us for the first day of Annette's tour! We chatted with Annette about her book and the writing process. Let's get the party started! We welcome your comments and urge you to participate! The Comments Contest is still OPEN! Those who comment will be entered to win a signed copy of The Break-Up Diet: A Memoir. Click here for the direct link to the post.
About The Muffin: From the bakers of WOW! Women On Writing. Have you checked out what we've been baking for you on the daily Muffin? We've stirred together some traditional ingredients with new ones to deliver more interviews, enlightenment, thought-provoking ideas, and inspirational messages to help you through those gray writing days. Want to get blog posts from The Muffin via email? Sign up for free and get posts delivered straight to your inbox with feedburner.
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In Progress (First Posted February 6, 2009)
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February 9, 2009 (Monday)
Kim Hix launches her tour at The Muffin!
Kim will be chatting with WOW! columnist Chynna Laird about the writing process and raising a special needs child. Both Kim and Chynna have this in common, so this interview will be informative and an amazing read. Be sure to stop by and comment for a chance to win a signed copy of Kim Hix' book, No One is Perfect and YOU Are a Great Kid.
Visit: http://www.wow-womenonwriting.com/blog.html
About The Muffin: From the bakers of WOW! Women On Writing.
Have you checked out what we've been baking for you on the daily
Muffin? We've stirred together some traditional ingredients with new
ones to deliver more interviews, enlightenment, thought-provoking
ideas, and inspirational messages to help you through those gray
writing days.
Want to get blog posts from The Muffin via email? Sign up for free and get posts delivered straight to your inbox with feedburner.
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 February 9, 2009 (Monday)
Annette Fix at Virtual Wordsmith
With the rise of new publishing technology, more writers than ever are considering independent publishing. Join Annette in the discussion about the pros and cons of do-it-yourself publishing.
Visit: http://virtualwordsmith.blogspot.com/
About Mary Lewis and Virtual Wordsmith: Friends have jokingly referred to me as a "virtual wordsmith" for as long as I can remember. Now that my youngest child will be in school full-time I can finally devote myself to my favorite pastimes-writing and editing. At The Virtual Wordsmith, you'll find book reviews, author interviews and freelance writing tips and resources.
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 February 10, 2009 (Tuesday)
Kim Hix at Ready Set Read Reviews
Kim visits Rebekah Crain's blog, Ready Set Read Reviews, to chat about special needs children, and shares a story from the heart. Be sure to visit this wonderful blog!
Visit: http://www.readysetreadreviews.blogspot.com
About Rebekah and Ready Set Read Reviews: Rebekah's bio says, "I'm 27, happily married for 9+ years to my adoring husband, SAHM of two
wonderful little girls (5 & 3), and I love to read. What more is
there to say? LOL" Her blog, Ready Set Read Reviews, is dedicated to producing and sharing reviews, previews, discussions, possible author interviews, and more all to do with the books out there for kids and even some teens.
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 February 11, 2009 (Wednesday)
Kim Hix at My Readable Feast
Kim visits Anne-Marie Nichols popular blog, My Readable Feast, to chat about teaching tolerance about special needs kids. An important topic, not to miss!
Visit: http://www.myreadablefeast.com
About My Readable Feast and Anne-Marie Nichols: "Bringing families closer with children's books and a pinch of cooking." Anne-Marie is a blogger, copywriter, and social media consultant. She owns four fantastic blogs:
The Write Spot: http://www.the-write-spot.com
A Mama's Rant: http://www.amamasrant.com
My Readable Feast: http://www.myreadablefeast.com
This Mama Cooks! On a Diet: http://www.thismamacooks.com
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 February 11, 2009 (Wednesday)
Annette Fix at Reading, Writing, and Stuff that Makes Me Crazy
Stop by and join Annette as she discusses the best ways to promote yourself and your book online.
Visit: http://www.reading-writing.blogspot.com/
About Marianne Arkins: As a stay-at-home mom, I was desperate to find something that would challenge my brain. My thoughts immediately turned to writing. It was the best decision I ever made.
I'm heavily involved and indebted to my group of writing friends. It is due to them I like to think that I inspire others, including my young daughter who has already learned the allure of a hook and has written two stories of her own.
Marianne also has a website: http://www.mariannearkins.com
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 February 12, 2009 (Thursday)
Kim Hix at Writer Inspired
Kim visits Writer Inspired for an exclusive interview! Mary Jo's interviews are fantastic, so be sure to stop by this fantastic blog.
Visit: http://writerinspired.wordpress.com
About Writer Inspired: And the day came when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. ~ Anais Nin
Writers
Inspired is a community for writers. For those of us who have ink in
our veins and the determination to improve our craft and build our
portfolio. Come to celebrate a success or rag about another rejection.
Find a new market for your genre or share a tip on writing a killer
query. We may even begin a critique group for fiction and nonfiction...
Image
a cozy coffee shop, laptops buzzing, keys tapping, muse swirling. Stay
as long as you like, we never close. But tips are appreciated.
~Mary Jo Campbell
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February 12, 2009 (Thursday)
Annette Fix at Bookish Mom
Stop by and participate! Annette will be talking about mining stories from your life to write your memoir.
Visit: http://www.bookishmom.blogspot.com
About Rebekah and Bookish Mom: I'm 27, happily married for 9+ years to my adoring husband, SAHM of two wonderful little girls (5 & 3), and I love to read. What more is there to say? Bookish Mom Reviews is a place I hope you will come to visit when you're looking for book reviews, recommendations, author interviews, book previews, and all things related to reading. I absolutely love books, and through this blog I hope to be able to share even a tiny part of that joy and excitement.
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 February 13, 2009 (Friday)
Annette Fix at The Daily Blonde
Don't miss this stop! Annette will be serving up a strong dose of humor on The Daily Blonde as she dissects the expectations between men and women in dating relationships. Those who comment will be entered to win a signed copy of The Break-Up Diet: A Memoir.
Visit: http://dailyblonde.blogspot.com/
About Cheryl Philips and The Daily Blonde: I created The Daily Blonde in a moment of boredom. Stuck on the couch recovering from extensive knee surgery, I decided that I'd get back to basics and use writing as good pain therapy. I've been writing since I could hold a pencil in my hand but the busy life of a single mom to five seemed to put writing low on the list. Blogging seemed to me like a good outlet while going stir crazy after surgery.
This isn't a typical Mommy blog. In fact, I don't think I'm a mommy blogger at all. I am, however, a Mom. My children are 24, 22, 13, 10 and 8. Great fuel for writing. There is never a dull moment around here!
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 February 16, 2009 (Monday)
Kim Hix at Raising Socially Anxious Children
Kim visits Raising Socially Anxious Children and shares her insight on raising a special needs child. This is an important blog dedicated to supporting families who are raising children with anxiety and mood disorders. This will be a fantastic day of discussion. Stop by for a visit!
Visit: http://www.raisingsociallyanxiouschildrenblog.com/
About Darlene and Raising Socially Anxious Children: I'm
a mother of two wonderful children. My daughter was diagnosed in 2005
with anxiety disorder and in 2007 with social anxiety disorder. She has
suffered from this terrible diagnosis all of her life. It has been an
uphill battle for the last three years for us to help people understand
that the way she interacts with others is not due to beligerance or
unwillingness but from anxiety. Support is essential. Sharing ones
experiences and everyday struggles helps in making one feel not so
alone. Being alone in this constant battle does not need to exist. I
hope that through my battles and victories I can help others find their
place. Anxiety is with us for a lifetime but strength can overpower it
and support can silence it.
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 February 16, 2009 (Monday)
Annette Fix at The Urban Muse
Stop by and participate! Annette will be discussing the anatomy of a memoir, how to capture a moment in herstory. Susan has a fantastic blog and this post is not to miss!
Visit: http://www.urbanmusewriter.com/
About Susan Johnston: Susan Johnston is a freelance writer who covers a wide variety of topics from career and money management to lifestyle and relationships.
Susan is also a freelancer for WOW! Women On Writing. Some of her previous articles include:
Online Portfolios That Work
Interview with Tracy McCardle on Balancing Writing, Work, and Life
20 Questions with Kristen King
20 Questions with Michelle Goodman
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 February 17, 2009 (Tuesday)
Kim Hix at Educating for Wholeness
Kim visits Educating for Wholeness, a blog that shares stories and offerings encouraging social and emotional well-being, to talk about teaching tolerance and understanding differences. Not to miss!
Visit: http://www.educatingtheheart.blogspot.com/
About Ashley Cooper and Educating for Wholeness: I have spent the
last 8 years working as a counselor, coach, teacher, self-discovery
mentor, and wilderness trip leader. I have worked individually with
children and adults and have facilitated groups in the areas of
parenting, grief and loss, anger management, and personal growth. As an
early childhood teacher, I was guided by the Reggio Emilia approach to
education which focuses on following the child's attention as a means
of uncovering fertile ground upon which learning unfolds. I have
a B.A. in Sociology, a certificate in Early Childhood Education, and a
Master of Education degree in Counseling, specializing in Play Therapy,
Filial Therapy with teachers and parents (groups that focus on
strengthening the child-caregiver bond), and Transpersonal/Integral
Counseling. My approach is influenced by training and experience in
Gestalt Theory, Open Space Technology, conflict resolution, body
awareness approaches, and a host of specialized techniques for
psychodynamically oriented practice. When I am not deeply
engaged in conversation, I love to travel, dance, practice yoga, hike
in the woods, sit by a creek, or stroll through my neighborhood. Ashley is the owner of several wonderful blogs: http://ashley-cooper.blogspot.com/http://healthylivingrituals.blogspot.com/http://www.educatingtheheart.blogspot.com/--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 February 17, 2009 (Tuesday)
Annette Fix at Confessions of a Book-A-Holic
Join the discussion! Annette stops by Confessions of a Book-A-Holic for an exclusive author interview!
Visit: http://stephaniesbooks.blogspot.com/
About Stephanie Toland and Confessions of a Book-A-Holic: I'm an ex-systems analyst turned Red Cross tech from Peoria, Illinois, where I'm also a mother of 3 kids and 2 dogs. Right now, I'm working for the American Red Cross and LOVING it!! Reading is my one true passion (other than my children, that is!) I created this blog so that I can vent some...but mostly to review and record the books that I've read!
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 February 18, 2009 (Wednesday)
Kim Hix at The Alert Parent
Kim visits Allyn Evans' blog, The Alert Parent, and shares her thoughts on an important decision she had to make: should she tell the story accurately, wondering if it would somehow cause embarrassment for her son when others realized the depth of his emotional disabilities? Find out what the decision making process was like and how by sharing Zack's story, Kim is helping other kids.
Visit: http://www.thealertparent.blogspot.com/
About Allyn Evans and The Alert Parent: Allyn is a wife, mother, daughter, author, speaker, columnist, sister, and friend. The idea for the column for parents came about while researching my latest book Living Happily Ever After with Your Daughter Today (expected release: 2009). Whenever
I would make new discoveries, I would email all the "too busy" moms in
my life to give them short, succinct tips on a wide variety of topics
pertaining to their children. They told me the information helped them
and could help other moms just like them. The light bulb went off! Hope you enjoy the column. I
love comments and feedback. And...more importantly...I love ideas for
upcoming columns. If you want someone to research and then write about
a topic that is concerning you, let me know! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- February 18, 2009 (Wednesday)
Annette Fix at Momma Said
Pop by for the answers to a quick Q&A with Annette. Pick a celebrity and tell her whom you would cast to play her role in a movie about the book! And enter the "Housewife Awards" Story Contest. Those who submit a story will be entered to win a signed copy of The Break-Up Diet: A Memoir.
Visit: http://www.mommasaid.net
About Jen Singer and Momma Said: In 2003, from a corner in her New Jersey basement, Jen Singer launched MommaSaid.net, a place for moms on the brink of desperation to laugh and linger. Since then, the virtual community for mothers has grown to reach thousands of faithful visitors around the world.
MommaSaid's creator, Jen Singer, a mom of two tween boys and the hostess of the frat house for fourth graders, has been quoted in numerous magazines, newspapers and web sites, including The New York Times, USA Today, The Chicago Tribune, The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, Associated Press articles, Family Circle, Parenting, Parents, Real Simple and more. She has appeared on ABC's World News Now, NBC News and CBS The Early Show, as well as dozens of radio programs, including the WCBS NewsRadio88, Sally Jessy Raphael Talk Net and XM's Take Five.
In 2005, MommaSaid received a Forbes Best of the Web designation for Parenting Blogs. It is featured in "Blogosphere: Best of Blogs" (Pearson Education) by Peter Kuhns and Adrienne Crew.
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 February 20, 2009 (Friday)
Annette Fix at Day By Day Writer
Annette will be joining Sam for an exclusive author interview! Jump in on the discussion as they about what it takes to keep writing, to finish your book, etc., despite everything else going on in your life.
Visit: http://daybydaywriter.wordpress.com/
About Samantha Clark and Day By Day Writer: Samantha Clark is author of the Sir Newton Books children's travel book line (www.sirnewtonbooks.com). Her blog is about balancing your creative life with your working/laundry/housekeeping/cooking life. She discusses her own trials and tribulations of finding time to write between a day job and family. The blog also offers author interviews, writing insights, inspiration and fun.
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February 23, 2009 (Monday)
Kim Hix at The Daily Blonde
Kim visits The Daily Blonde and shares her advice on raising a special needs child. This should be a very interesting post, since both the blog owner, Cheryl Phillips, and Kim have a son named Zack/Zach who is diagnosed with ADHD. These two moms will be dishing an up front and honest conversation. Not to miss!
Visit: http://dailyblonde.blogspot.com/
About Cheryl Philips and The Daily Blonde: I
created The Daily Blonde in a moment of boredom. Stuck on the couch
recovering from extensive knee surgery, I decided that I'd get back to
basics and use writing as good pain therapy. I've been writing since I
could hold a pencil in my hand but the busy life of a single mom to
five seemed to put writing low on the list. Blogging seemed to me like
a good outlet while going stir crazy after surgery.
This
isn't a typical Mommy blog. In fact, I don't think I'm a mommy blogger
at all. I am, however, a Mom. My children are 24, 22, 13, 10 and 8.
Great fuel for writing. There is never a dull moment around here!
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 February 23, 2009 (Monday)
Annette Fix at MomECentric
Stop by and join Annette as she discusses inspiring your children to chase their dreams (and being fearless enough to follow your own). Those who comment will be entered to win a signed copy of The Break-Up Diet: A Memoir.
Visit: http://www.momecentric.com/
About Jerri Ann Reason and MomECentric: "I write about whatever comes through my life on my blog...it is a mommy blog, a wifey blog, a daughter-y blog, a granddaughter-y blog, an own your own business and lose your pants blog, etc. You name it I write it."
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 February 25, 2009 (Wednesday)
Kim Hix at Read These Books and Use Them
Kim will be stopping by Margo L. Dill's fabulous blog, Read These Books and Use Them, for an exclusive author interview! Margo's interviews are fantastic, so be sure to visit.
Visit: http://www.margodill.com/blog
About Margo L. Dill and Read These Books and Use Them: Margo L. Dill (margo@wow-womenonwriting.com) is a freelance writer and elementary school teacher, living in Mahomet, Illinois. She is a columnist for WOW! Women On Writing. Her work has appeared in publications such as Grit, Pockets, Missouri Life, ByLine Magazine, and The News-Gazette. Her first book, Finding My Place, a middle-grade historical novel, will be published by White Mane Kids in 2009. She has her own blog for teachers, parents, and librarians called "Read These Books and Use Them" at http://margodill.com/blog/. When she's not writing, she loves spending time with her husband, stepson, and two dogs--Charlie, a boxer, and Hush Puppy, a basset hound. You can read more about Margo at http://www.margodill.com.
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 February 26, 2009 (Thursday)
Kim Hix at Joyce Anthony's Blog
Kim will be visiting Joyce Anthony's blog for an interview and book review! Be sure to stop by and chat.
Visit: http://joyceanthony.tripod.com/blog
About Joyce Anthony: Joyce A. Anthony is a Pennsylvania-born writer who shares her home with a passion for writing, photography and life in general.
Joyce has a Psychology background which she uses in her role an bipolar expert on AllExperts.com. She has written numerous articles on parenting and mental health issues. She has published one short story previous to Storm.
While not writing, Miss Anthony spends time homeschooling her son, doing genealogy research and working on her photography. In between times, she advocates for homeless and abused animals and abused children.
Joyce is in the editing stages of her next book, a non-fiction piece entitled Spirit of the Stallion and has two other nagging at her to get them written.
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 February 26, 2009 (Thursday)
Annette Fix at So a Blonde Walks Into a Blog
Don't miss this stop! Annette will be kicking her humor into high gear on A Blonde and Her Blog as she gives a comedy smackdown to the traditional stereotype of homeschool moms. Those who comment will be entered to win a signed copy of The Break-Up Diet: A Memoir.
Visit: http://ablondeandherblog.blogspot.com/
About Dawn Rizzoni and So a Blonde Walks Into a Blog: I'm a 36-year-old, homeschooling mom of three and I've been married to my husband Rob for 19 years. I have two fur babies: a bunny (Skippity) and my gorgeous Bichon Frise (Sophie). I also host tons of fun contests, reviews and giveaways.
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 February 27, 2009 (Friday)
Annette Fix at Sybil Baker's Blog
Annette will be joining Sybil for an exclusive author interview! Jump in on the discussion as they talk about the craft of writing, publishing, and more! Those who comment will be entered to win a signed copy of The Break-Up Diet: A Memoir.
Visit: http://sybilbaker.blogspot.com/
About Sybil Baker: Sybil Baker spent twelve years teaching in South Korea prior to accepting a position as an assistant professor of English at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga after earning her MFA in Writing from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. During her extensive travels throughout Asia, she became increasingly interested in the allure and alienation of American travelers and expatriates, and this has heavily influenced her writing.
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 February 28, 2009 (Saturday)
Annette Fix at Clever Girl Goes Blog
Don't miss this stop! Join the sassy and fun Q&A with Annette. Those who comment will be entered to win a signed copy of The Break-Up Diet: A Memoir.
Visit: http://www.clevergirlgoesblog.com/
About Tia and Clever Girl Goes Blog: A sarcastic (usually), entertaining (hopefully), and witty (occasionally) commentary on life by a slightly self-absorbed aspiring author masquerading as a hairstylist.
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 March 2, 2009 (Monday)
Kim Hix at Just One More Book
Kim will be visiting Just One More Book for an exclusive podcast! Kim is interviewed for 10-20 minutes, so be sure to grab a cup of coffee and listen to this inspiring chat!
Visit: http://www.justonemorebook.com/
About Just One More Book: Just One More Book is a thrice-weekly podcast which promotes and celebrates literacy and great children's books.
Each weekday morning, we take a few minutes out of our morning
coffee ritual to discuss one of our many favourite children's books. We
also feature weekly interviews with authors, illustrators and experts
and enthusiasts in the areas of children's literature and literacy as
well as listener-submitted audio reviews.
Through this podcast and its website, we are building a lively,
interactive community linking children's book authors, illustrators,
readers (children, parents, educators and librarians) and publishers.
Episodes range in length from 5 to 30 minutes and canbe played directly from our web pageor downloaded to an iPod for listening on the go.
This podcast is powered by passion. We
have no advertisers or sponsors. Our goal is to link children with
great books and help create happy memories for children and the adults
that read to them...and to have fun!
If you would like to share these conversations with others who are
interested in connecting families and children with great children's
books, please feel free to link to this site and to pass it along to
parents and teachers.
We hope you discover some new favourites!
- Andrea Ross & Mark Blevis
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 March 2, 2009 (Monday)
Annette Fix at Betty Confidential
Join the fun! Stop by Betty's Lit Lounge for a Q&A with Annette. And enter the Relationship Break-Up Story Contest. Those who submit a story will be entered to win a signed copy of The Break-Up Diet: A Memoir.
Visit: http://www.bettyconfidential.com
About Stephanie Elliot and Betty Confidential: Stephanie is also MaNiC MoMMy at www.manicmommy.blogspot.com. Since 2004, she's exposed herself entirely too much, shared her thoughts on motherhood, sex, American Idol; and sold out her kids, but fortunately, they're too young to know any better.
Stephanie will be hosting Annette at Betty Confidential in the Lit Lounge. Are you Ready to Betty with us in BettyTalk? This is the place for you to rave and rant, dish and bitch, and to connect with and learn from a diverse community of women. Think of it like a big, fabulous, virtual happy hour! Agree with something you read? Disagree? Have an issue you want to run by other women for their input and advice? This is your forum where pretty much anything goes.
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As you can see, these ladies have their dance cards quite full! I hope you'll join us on this exciting new adventure. Mark your calendars, and save these dates. I'm personally going to be attending each and every blog on the tour. And I have to say, I'm truly excited! The participating blogs are phenomenal. All of them offer something unique to the reader, and they all have different flavors. One thing is for certain, they are all a sweet treat.
If you have a blog or website and would like to host either Kim or Annette, we are still accepting a few choice blogs to participate in our Partnership Program. Come and join the fun! Please email us with an available date (one not listed, and preferably in November), and we'll include you in the tour, space permitted. And if you're an author interested in booking a tour, please contact us for further information.
Make sure you snag our Events Calendar! We have several authors currently on tour, and every day is jam-packed with fun events. Be sure to check it out.
We'd love for you all to get involved and join us in a virtual vacation! Take a trip across the globe by participating in this tour. Each stop shares a different point of view, a new topic, and has its own unique voice. We'd love to hear yours too, so come along for the ride, and we'll be looking for your comments!
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Warmest,
Angela, Jodi, & Team WOW!
WOW! Women On Writing
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