The Secret Life of Ashley Miles - A Novel by Lena Kovadlo

Back in February of 2014, Lena Kovadlo shared via her blog, that she had finally decided to finish her first novel.

That was then. This is now.

Her debut novel was published (and several more books after that):

Lena Kovadlo Debut Novel :
The Secret Life of Ashley Miles

BOOK DESCRIPTION:  The Secret Life of Ashley Miles is about a girl named Ashley Miles and her life after graduating high school. Her life is not the way she wants it to be. Having trouble finding a job Ashley has no choice but to live with her mother in a townhouse that is situated near the cemetery where her grandmother is buried, which is something she doesn't like. She has no boyfriend and because her parents are divorced she is afraid of having a real relationship, thinking she will end up in the same situation as her parents. On top of that, her dreams are nothing but dreams. It seems things will never get better but then one day things start going her way and changing for the better. Shortly after though they begin to crumble and she has to figure out how to get her life back on track...  Will she be able to do it?

SPOTLIGHT ON THE AUTHOR:  By way of a brief bio-snapshot, extracted a few tidbits from various sites where she left her marks behind. Lena Kovadlo was nine (9) years when she came to the United States from Minsk, Belarus. English is her second language. She is a poet, writer/author, songwriter; contributes articles at various online writing communities; she enjoys photography and likes to cook! Currently living in Staten Island, New York. The Secret Life of Ashley Miles is her 1st novel but her 8th book. Working on her 9th book, An Unforgettable Journey, which will feature poetry, lyrics, and prose.

Best wishes with your endeavors, Ms. K.   Thanks for sharing your creative passion with the rest of us. :) glitter-graphics.com

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Sultana and Sultana’s Legacy by Lisa J. Yarde | historyandwomen.com

The setting is 13th century Moorish Spain. The marriage of a granddaughter of a Sultan has caused a war. But wait! There’s more!

Sultana and Sultana's Legacy by Lisa J. Yarde

This book recommendation was found at a blog called History and Women. The blog publisher, Mirella Sichirollo Patzer, is also an author, but she delights in reading and recommending stories about some of “the most famous or infamous women of history”.  These two books are by Lisa J. Yarde.  You must visit this blog.  It’s gorgeous!!!

How to Use +Post Ads from Google: What Marketers Need to Know | Social Media Examiner

This article has extremely valuable advice for getting the most out of your G+ content stream. Advice should lead to greater exposure to your target audience and the Google +Post Ads are a seamless way to amplify your content.  Article's author, Marcela De Vivo guides you through the process.  FYI.  This ad service is not free.

English: Google Logo officially released on May 2010 (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

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The Adoration of the Magi

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Residual Income Opportunity - Write for Harlow-McGaw Media

Dec 2017 Update:  The content below the asterisk marks was originally published October 13, 2014. The ladies who owned the site invited me to be a contributor. Since that time they have established several writing sites under the umbrella of Harlow-McGaw Media. There are various writing opportunities. I still have a writer's profile at Daily Two Cents and Writedge but I do not contribute as much as I used to when these sites first began. Other writing work came my way during the year and the projects keep me busy. However, most of my content was evergreen so it is still as relevant in 2017 as it was in previous years. If you are interested in signing up for any of the HM sites, read the post for additional details.

Harlow-McGaw Media Writing Sites – Which One is for You?

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Daily Two Cents (dailytwocents.com) is an online writing community very different from the others.  It's pay-per-view, revenue-share if you have Google AdSense; includes social networking; and allows the writer or contributor to earn 100% on their referral links.   That's right!  NO REVENUE SHARING!!  You keep what you earn!  To date I have published 50 posts.  Links to a sampling of ten (10) posts are provided below.

• Automate Sharing Blog Posts With NetworkedBlogs

• Charting the Course of History




Charting the Course of History - Daily Two Cents

When charting the course of history or human events, communication is critical. Miscommunication, misunderstandings, errors in translations could result in the masses believing that earth is being invaded by aliens. "One of the extraordinary things about human events is that the unthinkable becomes thinkable."

• Texas is Fascinating

• Happy June Bride and Bridegroom

• Pinterest as a Psychological Profile

• Valentine's Day Around the World




Valentine's Day Around the World - Daily Two Cents

Giving chocolates or roses as gifts, along with cards, and/or going out with your "sweet heart" are common customs, traditions or practices in most countries. But here are some other ways to celebrate. Japan: There are two Valentine's Days: one in February and the other in March.





• Books for Children: Unstoppable Me

• The Gifts of the Magi




The Gifts of the Magi - Daily Two Cents

Every year during the month of December, many people direct their minds to the story about the birth of Jesus, revered by faithful Christians as the Savior of the world. Although the nativity scene always shows the three wise men (also called the three kings) adoring a newborn baby and bearing gifts, the biblical account indicates that their visitation did not occur on the night that Mary gave birth.





• Hurray for Bollywood!

• Who Decides Who is Ugly?

Who Decides Who is Ugly? - Daily Two Cents

One source leads to another. March is Women's History Month so sharing a link to this blog is most appropriate. The blog is called historyandwomen.com . To say that it's awesome would be an understatement. Not only is it informative but it's visual appeal is indescribable!

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Can you write 200+ words about an interesting fact and make it even more fascinating?  If so, publish your blurbs at Daily Two Cents and earn money for it.

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Registered and published my first post, April 2014 and never looked back! View my DTC profile.

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Author Asks Librarians: Any Tips on How to Get My Book Into Libraries?

We're always talking about recycling and saving our environment.  I'm sure Mr. Dowd would not have minded if I had, but I'm not a librarian so I didn't add my two cents into the comments for the post below found via his Google+ stream, but here's a thought.


Library budgets are often tight.  

How about all book publishers decide to put a note or a sticker on the back cover of every book they publish that says:

"Done reading? Consider donating!

Gift this book to a public library?"

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tHE rOAD TO sUCCESS | My Favorite Power Quote 10

Added this to my collection of favorite power quotes.  Found it in a forum in an online writing community Wizzley.com.  Created by lobobrandon.

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• Power Quote 3
• Power Quote 4
• Power Quote 5
• Power Quote 6
• Power Quote 7
• Power Quote 8
• Power Quote 9

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1001 Smartest Things Ever Said

Random thoughts or comment plucked from my Google Plus stream a year ago.

My Quora 2017 Activity Highlights

Received a wonderful eMail communication thanking me and congratulating me. It was a pleasant surprise. Text of the eMail message from Quora is below.


I reviewed some additional stats and realized that I have been a quora member since 2013.  Someone was nice enough to invite me to join and I can't even remember who!  This is a nice site.  People ask interesting questions, engage each other in intelligent discussion, supply great responses and information, and it has a free blogging platform.  Some insist that Quora can be used to drive traffic to their main websites and blogs.  (See links below.)  I have never used it for that purpose.  For me, it's a research tool and also makes for enlightening reading on a wide range of topics.

Thanks for being a part of Quora in 2017! Let's look at some of the ways you helped share and grow the world's knowledge this past year. Your 2017 Highlights 9 1 40 ANSWERS QUESTION NEW FOLLOWERS Your answers were helpful and earned 126 upvotes and 21.5k views.   Additionally, 4 of the answers you wrote this year were featured in a Quora Digest. Your question encouraged people to share what they know and inspired 1 person to follow your question Thanks for helping Quora have a great 2017, and we wish you a happy new year!

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18 Marketing Trends to Watch in 2018 | Entrepreneur.com (Reblog)

I am always desperately seeking ways and means to hone my Internet, affiliate and content marketing skills. I try all the tools and resources offered (as long as they are free with an option to upgrade later). I sift through all the advice, tips and tricks from the “experts”. One thing that I have noticed and it's a story that has not changed over the years (Eh!  for about 4 or 5 years). 

It's a prediction about the future of Twitter.

Extracted this quote from an article by Entrepreneur.com titled "18 Marketing Trends to Watch in 2018".

11. Twitter dies a quiet death.
Twitter has been unable to grow users in 2017. The platform has focused on user acquisition rather than on making improvements to their ad platform. As a result, marketers are already using other social media platforms to connect with prospects. This trend will continue in 2018 as Twitter continues to struggle.

I don't know about other Twitter users but this saddens me. Nevertheless, I keep trying to prepare myself for the "Moment" when I will no longer be able to save or view any more Moments.  If this prediction is true, all I can say is:  

"Dear Twitter,

I am glad that I won't be a student attending university pursuing a business or marketing degree, because your organization will likely be a case study.

You will be remembered affectionately by me." ❤

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Predicted to be Useless Advice by 2018
~ Save as Twitter Historical Moments

In the Mood for a Romance Novel?

She started it! There are those who say that Kathleen Woodiwiss pioneered the historical romance genre. No matter who gets credits, just be glad there are thousands of romance novels to get lost in!  They make for good reading on a rainy day, a winter's day, late at night … practically any time that you want or need some quality “me” time. Agree?

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Review This!: A Knight in Shining Armor ~ A Romantic Book Review (REBLOG)

Reblogging a post link for Review This! because Jude Deveraux is one of my favorite historical romance novelists (although not all of her romance books are historical); plus I'm a sucker for stories about knights. :) 

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The Flavor of Miami, Florida : My Childhood Memory

A memory of growing up in Miami, Florida? Good food all around me. This suggested book (in the post) is a 1993 publication but it reminds me of home. Hope you enjoy reading the post and the related posts recommended below.

Memories are Blessings

English: Panoramic image of South Beach, the southern end of Miami Beach in Miami, Florida Español: Imagen panorámica de South Beach, la punta más sur de Miami Beach en Miami, Florida (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Protect Your Home : Home Security : Crime Prevention All Year Long

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Unstoppable Me! and Other Childrens Books by Dr. Wayne Dyer That Empower Children

Published a review and recommendation of "Unstoppable Me" via HUBPages.com and rated it on Goodreads.com.

Empower your children.  

If you like this book, you might also like the other two suggestions as well.

 

Unstoppable Me!: 10 Ways to Soar Through Life 

By Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

No Excuses!:How What You Say Can Get In Your Way

Incredible You! 10 Ways to let your greatness shine through

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Unstoppable Me!: 10 Ways to Soar Through Life by Wayne W. Dyer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Elementary school teacher recommended the book for my daughter. It was enjoyable. Written in a poem and easily understandable for a young child. Motivating and good for character or personality development. Published review at HUBPages.com http://cmoneyspinner1tf.hubpages.com/...

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Blogjob.com - Can First Impressions Be Trusted? (Post Final Update)

See Post Update below Dec 2017.
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Link below to my post dated a year ago (September 21, 2015) and although my impression of the BlogJob blogging community is still good, one thing reported in the 2015 post has changed.  The Rewards and Points program was discontinued.  Other than that, it's all good!

• Blogjob.com - Can First Impressions Be Trusted?

After the announcement was made by the site owners that the cash incentive program was discontinued, many members left the site but a few remained. For me, it was a good decision to keep my blog up and running, for all the reasons listed in the previous post. Instead of moving my blog and republishing elsewhere, the name was changed from "Cmoneyspinner Keeps on Blogging" to "My Pain, Your Gain"; and the blog was expanded by adding pages listed below.

• Home
• About Me
• Start a Blog
• Blog For Money
• Income Opps
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Update Dec 2017:  
Blogs being published via BlogJob discontinued.

Published a final post at two of my blogs. It was a tough decision but sometimes you have to throw in the towel.  

BLOG: My Shopping Channelhttps://blogjob.com/shoppingchannel/2017/12/03/final-post-for-my-shopping-channel-at-blogjob/  

BLOG: My Pain ~ Your Gainhttps://blogjob.com/cmoneyspinner/archives/2229

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