Thank you for your support this past year.  I appreciate everyone for taking the time to read and comment on my books.  I’m excited about 2012. I hope that you’ll take the journey with me.  Have a Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!

By Shelia M. Goss

This holiday season why not buy books for gifts. Whether the person likes Christian fiction, romance, contemporary fiction, mysteries, science fiction or non-fiction, there’s a book out there to fit a variety of tastes. While doing your shopping don’t forget about picking up books by people of color. Many books by African-Americans and other nationalities sometimes go unnoticed unless it’s part of pop culture. Gems can be overlooked simply because you may not be familiar with their works.

How can you help spread the word about books by African-American authors?
Simple. Just tell a friend.

•Link to the authors website

•Link directly to the book

•Mention some of the books on your online network–i.e., Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, etc.

•Discuss alternate books at your book club meetings

•If you have a blog, do link exchanges or guest blog posts.

These are just a few suggestions. Be creative.

About the Author:
Shelia M. Goss is the national best-selling author of over fourteen books in multiple genres.  www.sheliagoss.com

The Runaway Christmas Tree is a classic story in the making and is sure to put you in the Holiday Spirit.  It is a warm and heartfelt tale of discovery and surprise that will capture your attention from start to finish.
Online universities have courses in writing if you would like to learn more about writing great books like this.

The story begins when the Kent family wants to have a real Christmas tree this year and will not, in any way, settle for an artificial one.  They decide to visit a tree farm where they can pick out and chop down their very own tree.

The family goes to Nick’s Magic Christmas Tree Grove and finds a tree that they appear to be magically drawn to. They purchase the tree, but at the same time, they get a little more than what they bargained for.  They wanted a real tree, but exactly how does one define “real”?  That is precisely what the Kent family is about to find out!

Get your copy here:  http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0067GMOKK

Purchase this exciting e-book today for the Kindle, PC or Mac, or download the Kindle free app to purchase it for the I Pad, IPod, I Phone, blackberry, Android, or other devices.   Go to the Kindle Store on Amazon.com or therunawaychristmastree.com for full instructions.

Book also available for Nook at Barnes and Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1036938050?ean=2940013542075&itm=1&usri=the+runaway+christmas+tree+

About the author:

D. Washington-Jones is an educator who teaches Economics in the Dept of Social Sciences at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana.  Writing has always been her first love. Her writing style is one of humor, adventure, and discovery.  The Runaway Christmas Tree is her first book, but she wants to write many more.  She has four children and resides in Natchitoches, LA.

COMING DECEMBER 27, 2011 MORE DRAMA IN BETWEEN THE SHEETS

FIND OUT DELILAH’S FATE IN RUTHLESS

As some of you know, besides writing books, I do some graphics work and started SG Creations last year. For the second year, I will be offering CUSTOMIZED E-Greetings (Pre-Designed) for Christmas. 

For only $10, you can get your very own customized pre-designed card. You’ll be able to use it over and over and send to everyone on your email list.

For details, please go to: http://sheliagoss.com/sg-creations/christmas-egreetings-sale/

Below are a few examples:

Thank you all for making SheliaGoss.com a regular stop during your online visits. I appreciate everyone for taking the time to read and comment on my books. This will be the last blog post for 2009. I hope that you’ll come back to visit me in 2010. I’m excited about the new year. I have two new releases–a teen book and a Hollywood drama book that will make Wendy Williams say, “Oh No She Didn’t.”

I hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!