by AnnSheybani | Nov 29, 2021 | Reading, Writing
I received this beautiful note a while back in response to one of my newsletters. I’d like to share it and my response with you. It’s relevant to you writers out there, AND to people-pleasers. Thank you for your raw honesty. Your courage inspires me,...
by AnnSheybani | Oct 3, 2021 | Reading
Long ago, the private high school my daughter attended had a wonderful tradition. At the beginning of summer, they’d mail a reading list–a compilation of each teacher’s favorite books–to the house. Now, I’m sure the design was to... by AnnSheybani | Sep 13, 2021 | Life, Reading
I’ve been doctoring a terrific book on Integrated Chinese Medicine, which addresses health issues caused by an overabundance or deficit of certain “elements”, including wood, fire, water, and air. It got me thinking about my wood, how much more of it... by AnnSheybani | Sep 5, 2021 | Reading, Writing
I’m a huge fan of internet marketing expert, Jeff Walker. So much so, that I’m part of his inner-circle community. Guy opens his mouth, and I learn something new. Every time. If you’ve ever enrolled in my super digestible course, Turn Your Book Into... by AnnSheybani | May 23, 2021 | Reading, Writing
Basically because everyone who wants a good content developer for free—OK, a barter arrangement isn’t free, but close enough for government work— will come pouring out of the woodwork into my already clogged inbox. Edit my writing, help me develop my book’s concept,...
by AnnSheybani | May 15, 2021 | Reading, Writing, writing lessons
Over the weekend, while I calculated author royalties for Summit Press, the publishing house I run, I came across an anomaly. A.J. Wasserstein’s book, written and published 4 years ago, had sold over 100 copies. This is eyebrow raising for one big reason: A.J. does...
