I’m celebrating my birthday in September by giving away a few books.

If you’re already signed up to my mailing list, I just need you to LEAVE A COMMENT on this blog post.

If you’re NOT on my mailing list, to enter, just sign up AND leave a comment on this post to let me know you’re interested in the No More Good-Byes contest. To sign up, click or paste the following link: http://www.feedblitz.com/f/?Sub=498262

All entries must be in between now and 11:59 p.m est 09/15/09.

ONE winner will be chosen at random.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Journey through No More Good-Byes and find the lessons and answers God gave Ruby Taylor in grief and healing. Discover what the Word of God says about death, grief, tragedy, weeping, heaven, and salvation. In your 21 Day Journey to healing, you will find answers and hope in the middle of your mourning. Through your journey of No More Good-Byes you will gain an understanding of how God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit, connects to the grief and healing process. Grow deeper in Christ as you learn the true meaning of death and healing. Begin your journey today.

One of the most valuable features of “No More Good-Byes” is the
workbook component, which encourages readers to actively participate in the healing process. As readers analyze and react to grief through daily workbook exercises, they gain real understanding and comfort.

“No More Good-Byes” can be purchased in all local and national
bookstores. It can also be purchased online at amazon.com, bn.com and directly on JoyWillCome.com (http://www.joywillcome.com/store.html). For more information on the book and Ms. Taylor’s work, go to www.joywillcome.com or contact Ruby Taylor.

Ms. Ruby Taylor received her Bachelor’s in Social Work from Virginia Union University and her Masters of Social Work from Howard University School of Social Work. Her first book, “Aunt Ruby, Do I Look Like God?” was released in 2004.

Contest open to US residents only. Contest ends at 11:59 p.m. September 15, 2009. Void where prohibited by law. The winners will be notified via email. If the winner hasn’t responded within 48 hours of the initial email with their shipping address, the next name pulled will be the winner.

 I’m celebrating my birthday in September by giving away a few books.

If you’re already signed up to my mailing list, I just need you to LEAVE A COMMENT on this blog post.

If you’re NOT on my mailing list, to enter, just sign up AND leave a comment on this post to let me know you’re interested in the ON THE LINE contest. To sign up, click or paste the following link: http://www.feedblitz.com/f/?Sub=498262

All entries must be in between now and 11:59 p.m est 09/15/09.

Several winners will be chosen at random.

ABOUT THE BOOK

One of the biggest stars in tennis, Serena Williams has captured every major title. Her 2009 Australia Open championship earned her the #1 world ranking for the third time in her illustrious career – and marked only the latest exclamation point on a life well and purposefully lived. As a young girl, Serena began training with an adult-sized racquet that was almost as big as her. Rather than dropping the racquet, Serena saw it as a challenge to overcome-and she has confronted every obstacle on her path to success with the same unflagging spirit.

Contest open to US residents only. Contest ends at 11:59 p.m. September 15, 2009. Void where prohibited by law. The winners will be notified via email. If the winner hasn’t responded within 48 hours of the initial email with their shipping address, the next name pulled will be the winner.

 I’m celebrating my birthday in September by giving away a few books.

If you’re already signed up to my mailing list, I just need you to LEAVE A COMMENT on this blog post.

If you’re NOT on my mailing list, to enter, just sign up AND leave a comment on this post to let me know you’re interested in the Feelin The Vibe contest. To sign up, click or paste the following link: http://www.feedblitz.com/f/?Sub=498262

All entries must be in between now and 11:59 p.m est 09/15/09.

Several winners will be chosen at random.

ABOUT THE BOOK

A decade ago, Clark Winston nearly had a nervous breakdown after the man of her dreams, Devin Patterson, left her to marry another woman. Soon after, her best friend, the mother of her niece, died, leaving Clark sole custodian of the 10-year-old. Knowing she had to pull herself together, she sought help at a mental health clinic run by an old college friend, Dr. Kenneth Winston. The attraction was instant, and they proved to be a perfect match. Now 10 years later, the past is behind her and she has a perfect career and family at hand.

Contest open to US residents only. Contest ends at 11:59 p.m. September 15, 2009. Void where prohibited by law. The winners will be notified via email. If the winner hasn’t responded within 48 hours of the initial email with their shipping address, the next name pulled will be the winner.

Stop by Shades of Romance Magazine Online Conference again today. I’ll be discussing my young adult books. CLICK HERE to leave your questions and comments and also meet other YA authors. 

For tips on encouraging teens to read, visit my guest blog post over on The Author’s Hideaway Blog.

The Ultimate Test: The Lip Gloss Chronicles Vol. 1 was mentioned on Color Online’s blog - recommended YA books featuring groups of friends. See the rest of their recommendations by clicking here.

The Lip Gloss Chronicles store is official open. Click on image below to access.

I will be discussing How to go from idea to manuscript?  today. All you need is a computer and some time; the workshop is free. Can’t beat that.  See you there: http://sormag.blogspot.com/2009/08/discussion-how-to-go-from-idea-to.html 

Also please share the free downloadable journal pages with a teen in your life (courtesy of thelipglosschronicles.com).

During the week, friends or associates send me funny things that I will start sharing with you all–I’ll call them Friday Funny . Here’s something to get your weekend started. Warning: You will laugh–so keep reading to the end

Dear Wife: 

I’m writing you this letter to tell you that I’m leaving you forever. I’ve
been a good man to you for 7 years & I have nothing to show for it.  These
last 2 weeks have been hell.

Your boss called to tell me that you quit your job today & that was the
last straw.  Last week, you came home & didn’t even notice I had a new
haircut, had cooked your favorite meal, and even wore a brand new pair of
silk boxers.  You ate in 2 minutes and went straight to sleep after
watching all of your soaps.  You don’t tell me you love me anymore; you
don’t want sex or anything that connects us as husband & wife.  Either
you are cheating on me or you don’t love me anymore; whatever the case,
I’m gone.

Your EX-Husband

P.S. don’t try to find me.  Your SISTER & I are moving away to West Virginia together! 
Have a great life!
       

Dear Ex-Husband:       

Nothing has made my day more than receiving your letter.

It’s true you and I have been married for 7 years, although a good man is
a far cry from what you’ve been..  I watch my soaps so much because they
drown out your constant whining & griping – too bad that doesn’t work.  I
DID notice when you got a hair cut last week, but the first thing that
came to mind was, ‘You look just like a girl!’  Since my mother raised me
“not to say anything if you can’t say something nice,” I didn’t comment.
And when you cooked my favorite meal, you must have gotten me confused
with MY SISTER, because I stopped eating pork 7 years ago.  About those
new silk boxers: I turned away from you because the $49.99 price tag was
still on them, and I prayed it was a coincidence that my sister had just
borrowed $50 from me that morning.

After all of this, I still loved you and felt we could work it out.  So
when I hit the Lotto for 10 million dollars, I quit my job and bought us
two tickets to Jamaica .  But when I got home, you were gone.  Everything
happens for a reason, I guess.
 
I hope you have the fulfilling life you always wanted.  My lawyer said
that the letter you wrote ensures you won’t get a dime from me.

So take care.

Signed,
Your Ex-Wife, Rich As Hell & Free!

P.S.  I don’t know if I ever told you this, but my sister Carla was born Carl.  I hope that’s not a problem.

~AUTHOR UNKNOWN