by Sherrie Wilkolaski
Throughout history woman writers have been making a name for themselves, some writing under male pen names to get their work published. Today much has changed with small and independent publishers bringing new female talent to the market. If it weren’t for those powerful women who blazed the trails in the past; who knows where our modern-day lady writers would be. Perhaps, still using masculine pseudonyms, we may never know. If you’re looking for some of the hottest new independent female authors hitting the shelves, look to Infinity Publishing’s catalog. Week after week, female writers are turning to Infinity Publishing to publish their work and with one bestseller after another, the gentlemen authors should watch out. Infinity Publishing female authors are taking center stage and loving every minute of their publishing success. Let’s take a look at some incredible titles.
Dr. Yvonne Thornton, author of Something to Prove.
First, let’s talk about Dr. Yvonne Thornton, otherwise known as “Dr. T.” This author is full of 
energy and has a passion for everything she does in life, shines through. Her enthusiasm is contagious and it shines through in her work. She is the author of the bestselling heartwarming memoir The Ditchdigger’s Daughters (which has been translated into 19 languages and adapted as an award-winning movie), knows what it’s like to overcome steep odds. Born into a family with great ambition but few advantages, Dr. Thornton watched her parents work their entire lives to give their daughters a chance, dreaming of the day their girls would be called “doctor.” Now, in Something to Prove, Dr. Thornton brings us along her continued path as a doctor and mother, revealing the challenges of balancing a flourishing medical career with a growing family.
She is an author who is won’t stop until she is at the top…and she deserves it! Her book is also available in audio, so you can take her story with you on the road. She recently met Michelle Obama our first lady and that is just how she spent one of her weekends. To learn more about what Dr. T has going on www.doctorthornton.com.
Natalie MacNeil, author of She Takes on the World.
Who says that an independent author can't hit #1 on Amazon? Infinity Publishing author Natalie MacNeil knows what it's like to be #1 on Kindle, in the top 500 bestsellers on Amazon US and in the top 100 on Amazon Canada. Her book was published March 11, 2012 and it has been running strong since its release.
She Takes on the World addresses creating a business and a life you love. It is packed with powerful business and life lessons, a savvy plan for success in our digital age, and the engaging real-life experiences of successful women entrepreneurs, She Takes on World: A Guide to Being Your Own Boss, Working Happy, and Living on Purpose is a business book like no other.
What are reviewers saying about this book?
"Natalie MacNeil was one of the very first entrepreneur-writers invited to blog on ForbesWoman, and for good reason. Her blog, like her book, is smart, upbeat, inspirational, and full of practical advice for women who want to own their dream careers." ~ Caroline Howard, Editor of ForbesWoman
"Natalie MacNeil inspires you to forge your own path as a woman entrepreneur. This book is about living the life you know you were meant to live." ~ Anita Campbell, CEO of Small Business Trends LLC and Editor-in-Chief of SmallBizTrends.com
Natalie MacNeil is an Emmy Award-winning Media Producer, influential blogger, and thought leader in the sphere of entrepreneurship and leadership for women. Natalie is best known as the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of She Takes on the World, which received international attention when it was listed by Forbes in “Top 10 Entrepreneurial Sites for Women.” Natalie is a contributor to ForbesWoman and The Huffington Post. She has appeared in several media outlets including Inc., CNN, Forbes.com, ForbesWoman, Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur.com, Mashable, Success Magazine, Examiner.com, Financial Post, TechVibes, and MSN. To learn more about Natalie MacNeil go to www.shetakesontheworld.net.
Kristin Best, author of Wedding Thank You Notes: Modern Works of Art
Author Kristin Best has hit both the Amazon and Barnes and Noble bestsellers lists for her book
Wedding Thank You Notes: Modern Works of Art. Her book launched February 10, 2012 and is currently holding the #1 bestselling position on Kindle and at Barnes and Noble for “wedding thank you” and is in the #2 position for the paperback edition on Amazon. Authors everywhere should take note of this author’s success.
Why is this book so exciting?
Ms. Best, found an untapped niche in the wedding book genre. This gem doesn’t come around every day. Sure there are a few books out there that talk about wedding thank you notes, but this book goes all the way. It providing hundreds of pre-written thank you messages for virtually every type of wedding gift a couple could possibly receive. A bride can flip through her alphabetical listing of gift items, from crock pots to golf clubs and either copy the beautifully written thank you, word for word or use it as a guide and include along with it a personalized addition. Each thank you message has been carefully crafted and this book will become a staple in a bride’s wedding book library for years and decades to come. This author is soon to be positioned as the wedding thank you note expert. Her website is www.thankyounotesforweddings.com.
These three incredible female authors are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what Infinity Publishing has to offer in their diverse catalog. Be on the lookout for our next female success story with traditionally published author turned indie author, Sylvia Lafair. Her book, Gutsy; How Women Leaders Make Change will be published in June 2012.
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by Sherrie Wilkolaski
The other day I was talking with a colleague let’s call her “Sally” and she told me that she decided to finally take the plunge into the world of electronic books and bought a Nook. The funny part about this story is that she is in the business of eBooks. It’s not that she just touches eBooks she is a big-wig, in the eBook business. How could this be?
So I asked Sally, “What has been holding you back from buying an eReader?” Could it be that she works too many long hours and doesn’t have the time to read? Nope. She is an avid reader, loves her paperbacks and even checks books out of the library. Is it because there are eReaders lying around the office and so she doesn’t really need one at home? Not the case. Perhaps she already bought a Kindle or iPad for herself and one of her kids has taken hold of it. Again, nada.
The reason Sally held out so long on buying an eReader, was because she likes to read in the bathtub. That is her escape and she always takes a good old-fashioned paperback with her. I thought I must have missed some big announcement from Barnes and Noble about a new waterproof devise. Turns out the clerk at Barnes and Noble, told her to put her Nook in a Ziploc™ bag so it won’t get wet. Brilliant! As it turns out, this is a very common question.
This simple solution sold one more Nook for Barnes and Noble, so kudos to that sales rep. Sally is now enjoying her Nook while enjoying her bubble baths. So why did she run with a Nook vs. Kindle vs. iPad? For Sally it was the smaller size and she wanted a device that was just for reading ebooks. Now she is hooked and very clean.
What eReader do you own? If you don’t yet own one…what is holding you back? Tell us your story below…
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by Sherrie Wilkolaski
Who says that an independent author can't hit #1 on Amazon? Infinity Publishing author Natalie MacNeil knows what it's like to be #1 on Kindle, in the top 500 bestsellers on Amazon US and in the top 100 on Amazon Canada. Her book was published March 11, 2012 and it has been running strong since its release.
She Takes on the World addresses creating a business and a life you love. It is packed with powerful business and life lessons, a savvy plan for success in our digital age, and the engaging real-life experiences of successful women entrepreneurs, She Takes on World: A Guide to Being Your Own Boss, Working Happy, and Living on Purpose is a business book like no other.
What is driving the success of this new author?
She has an established platform and incredible publicist and marketing strategy behind her.
What are reviewers saying about this book?
"Natalie MacNeil was one of the very first entrepreneur-writers invited to blog on ForbesWoman, and for good reason. Her blog, like her book, is smart, upbeat, inspirational, and full of practical advice for women who want to own their dream careers." ~ Caroline Howard, Editor of ForbesWoman
"Natalie MacNeil inspires you to forge your own path as a woman entrepreneur. This book is about living the life you know you were meant to live." ~ Anita Campbell, CEO of Small Business Trends LLC and Editor-in-Chief of SmallBizTrends.com
Congratulations to Ms. MacNeil for taking her book marketing and PR by storm. We hope she will be an inspiration to all indie authors out there. Why go traditional when you can self-publish!
Natalie MacNeil is an Emmy Award-winning Media Producer, influential blogger, and thought leader in the sphere of entrepreneurship and leadership for women. Natalie is best known as the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of She Takes on the World, which received international attention when it was listed by Forbes in “Top 10 Entrepreneurial Sites for Women.” Natalie is a contributor to ForbesWoman and The Huffington Post. She has appeared in several media outlets including Inc., CNN, Forbes.com, ForbesWoman, Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur.com, Mashable, Success Magazine, Examiner.com, Financial Post, TechVibes, and MSN. To learn more about Natalie MacNeil go to www.shetakesontheworld.net.
