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# Heart Ally Books

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- [Undisturbed by Reality](https://heartallybooks.com/undisturbed-by-reality/) - by Annalise Phenix Playing with patterns and forms, this sampling of poetry by Annalise Phenix combines imagery from the natural world with the language of dream and myth. Winner of the 2014 EPIC award for poetry. Available in: Ebook: Kindle Smashwords Apple Kobo Thalia Fable Angus & Robertson Paperback: Amazon Barnes & Noble Request from
- [Antioch Burns](https://heartallybooks.com/antioch-burns/) - by Daniel Ottalini When a scouting expedition goes disastrously wrong, Marius Quinctius Regillus finds himself in a horde of trouble. With the Mongols encircling the grand fortress city of Antioch, Regillus and his men are trapped between a governor’s ambitions and the Mongolian weaponry. With nowhere to turn, can they save the city, or will
- [Journey to Hope](https://heartallybooks.com/journey-to-hope/) - by June A. Converse. When you lose everyone and everything you love, can you ever live again? Or love again? An unimaginable trauma. A future that seems impossible. When your world shatters, how do you put it back together? When Matt Nelson found Kathleen on the beach, she’d been hiding behind a scarf and sunglasses
- [Poems from the Edge of Spring](https://heartallybooks.com/poems-from-the-edge-of-spring/) - by Elise Skidmore A book of poetry from Elise Skidmore touching on the phases and loves of life, family, friends and the world we find ourselves in. Elise is converting poetry haters into poetry lovers with her accessible poems that delight and entertain. Like Love Like love, spring snuck up on me;one day when I
- [A Dance of Dreams](https://heartallybooks.com/a-dance-of-dreams/) - A Dance of Dreams is the anticipated third book from poet Elise Skidmore whose poetry brings us together in the dance of life that we all share.
- [Christianity at Work](https://heartallybooks.com/christianity-at-work/) - A scriptural study guide for Small Business, Big Heart: How one family redefined the bottom line by Paul Wesslund and Sue Mink Can Christianity really work in both life and business today? I am a good Christian, but… …it’s just business. …I have a family to take care of. …I didn’t do anything illegal. Trying
- [Without Warning: The Saga of Gettysburg, A Reluctant Union Hero, and the Men He Inspired](https://heartallybooks.com/without-warning/) - By Terry C. Pierce. Between plans and their execution rage the winds of war. The winds of chance. The winds of choice. The winds of political ambition and human error—and human schemes. The winds of war grow dark around General George Meade, appointed to command the Army of the Potomac just three days before a
- [I See Lincoln's Underpants: The Surprising Times Underwear (and the people wearing them) Made History](https://heartallybooks.com/i-see-lincolns-underpants/) - by Mick Sullivan, illustrated by Suki Anderson We all wear underwear — even famous people like Buzz Aldrin, Queen Victoria, and Satchel Paige. Through the ages, plenty of these figures have made history. Sometimes their underwear did, too (even if they might have tried to hide it). From Abe Lincoln’s embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions to Amelia
- [Dominion of Darkness](https://heartallybooks.com/dominion-of-darkness/) - In a land where light and dark are bastions of power, the Elainya and her beloved serve King Cydril with their magic. But Cydril covets Elainya for his own.
- [It Started with a Cookie](https://heartallybooks.com/it-started-with-a-cookie/) - by Claire Sorrell Driven by rage, Claire flees into the dark night, barefoot and trapped in a maze of identical townhomes. The humid darkness closes in. Run. Footsteps echo, coming closer. She slips into a tiny patio, crouching in the shadows, praying to go unseen. Through the slats of the fence, a silhouette approaches—slow, steady,
- [The Books](https://heartallybooks.com/the-books/) - Publishing Gold consists of 5 volumes. The Indie Writer's Philosophy—currently available—this book covers the business mindset that will set a writer up for success. The Indie Writer's Presence—currently available—how to create a web presence that helps you find and grow your audience. The Indie Writer's Phraseology—currently available—a mini-dictionary for indie writers that explains techniques, tools,
- [Publishing Gold The Complete Series](https://heartallybooks.com/publishing-gold-complete-series/) - by Lisa Norman Want to be a published author? This set teaches you how to navigate the maze of the industry, giving you the power to publish your work successfully. All five volumes of the Publishing Gold series in one place.
- [The Indie Writer's Practical Guide to Publishing](https://heartallybooks.com/the-indie-writers-practical-guide-to-publishing/) - by Lisa Norman Where should you market your books? How do you make the choices that are right for you? And once you've decided, how do you make it happen? This book walks you step-by-step through the entire process.
- [The Indie Writer's Philosophy](https://heartallybooks.com/the-indie-writers-philosophy/) - by Lisa NormanBeing a writer is serious business. You're selling more than a book. You're selling yourself as a writer.Learn strategies for creating your unique brand, and an experimental mindset that will keep you on track through the roller coaster ride of the industry. Learn how to define success and what to do when presented
- [The Indie Writer's Presence](https://heartallybooks.com/the-indie-writers-presence/) - by Lisa NormanBlogging, managing a website, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and more! How is a writer supposed to do all of that and still have time to write?This book covers the building blocks of a unique online presence and basic strategies for each platform. You'll learn the demographics of different social media networks and how to
- [The Indie Writer's Phraseology](https://heartallybooks.com/the-indie-writers-phraseology/) - by Lisa NormanIf you were panning for gold, you'd study the geology of the area to find the most likely location to stake a claim. In this book you'll learn the landscape of the modern indie publishing world.This book defines common terms, explains standard practices, provides links to needed resources, and lays out the general
- [The Indie Writer's Power Tools](https://heartallybooks.com/the-indie-writers-power-tools/) - by Lisa NormanWhat do blog posts and ebooks have in common? Frustrated writers struggling to format them well.This book will give you hands-on experience with two power tools available for writers. Once you understand how these tools work, you'll be able to take control of your pixels and produce professional looking blogs and ebooks.Buy now:Ebook:KindleSmashwordsRequest
- [The Truth of Shadows: Shards of Shadow Book 5](https://heartallybooks.com/the-truth-of-shadows-shards-of-shadow-book-5/) - by Joseph R. Lallo Shadows aren’t the only way to hide the truth. Life was hard enough for Alan Fontaine even before the shadow creature called Blot got her claws into him. Money was tight, there was never enough time in the day, and success seemed perpetually out of reach. With the arrival of Blot
- [Claire Sorrell](https://heartallybooks.com/claire-sorrell/) - Memoir: It Started with a Cookie Claire has been a public-school teacher for decades, teaching students from middle school through college-level courses. She currently teaches both honors and regular-level secondary mathematics, where she loves finding creative ways to make math engaging, memorable, and, yes, sometimes even fun! One of her favorite ways to bring mathematics
- [Introducing Claire Sorrell](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-claire-sorrell/) - We're welcoming Claire to the Heart Ally Books family! Her story of how she came to us is a little bit different than some of the others. HA: Why did you choose to work with Heart Ally Books? CS: I chose to work with Heart Ally Books because I believe Divine Intervention brought Lisa into my
- [School Psychologists: From Surviving to Thriving](https://heartallybooks.com/school-psychologists-from-surviving-to-thriving/) - by Louise J. Privette "This book offers beginning students and early-career school psychologists a boots-on-the-ground perspective of school psychology that cannot easily be found elsewhere. It uses the words and stories of actual practitioners and does not shy away from genuine challenges inherent in the job. The contributors come from diverse practice settings and represent
- [Paradoxes and Dragons Volume 4: A Science Fiction and Fantasy Anthology](https://heartallybooks.com/paradoxes-and-dragons-volume-4-a-science-fiction-and-fantasy-anthology/) - by Joseph R. Lallo It's time for another batch of imaginative tales from across the sci-fi and fantasy spectrum. Whether you like chivalrous knights or rogue AIs, you'll find bite-sized stories to suit your tastes. This anthology is bursting at the seams with nineteen explorations of magic and mayhem. The unique collection includes: The Recommendation
- [Pizza Dragon: Vegetarian Supreme with Extra Cheese](https://heartallybooks.com/pizza-dragon-vegetarian-supreme-with-extra-cheese/) - By Joseph R. Lallo “Sleeping bags. Toilet paper. Basil. Grated cheese. Whole wheat flour. White flour. Flour for bread makers. Red pepper flake…” Science awaits! When you’re kneading to hide out from family, the cops, and overly determined gangsters, the last thing you want is a pizza dragon crust-ing your style. But for Markus and
- [Paradoxes and Dragons Volume 3: A Science Fiction and Fantasy Anthology](https://heartallybooks.com/paradoxes-and-dragons-volume-3-a-science-fiction-and-fantasy-anthology/) - From whimsical to profound, stories range from Dragons in Space to additional material from some of Lallo's greatest series!
- [Joseph R. Lallo](https://heartallybooks.com/joseph-r-lallo/) - YA Fantasy—Pizza Dragon Fantasy and Science Fiction Anthology Paradoxes & Dragons Volume 3 Paradoxes & Dragons Volume 4 Urban Fantasy / Mystery - Shards of Shadow: A Traitor in the Shadows (Book 1) The Prison of Shadows (Book 2) The Balance of Shadows (Book 3) The Clash of Shadows (Book 4) The Truth of Shadows
- [Sovereigns of the Steppe: The Rise of Borte and Genghis Khan](https://heartallybooks.com/sovereigns-of-the-steppe-the-rise-of-borte-and-genghis-khan/) - by Victoria Bley "Hail to she who sings us to victory, for my victory belongs to her." Genghis Khan From the beginning of her marriage to Temujin, Borte realizes the sweet, shy boy of nine she was betrothed to seven years ago has grown into a hulking man-child with fiery red hair and a spirit
- [Introducing Victoria Bley](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-victoria-bley/) - We're excited to introduce Victoria, the latest addition to the Heart Ally authors. Her book Sovereigns of the Steppe is now available wherever you want to buy books! HA: Why did you choose to work with Heart Ally Books? VB: I’d been working with Lisa on various author and website projects and taking her online
- [Victoria Bley](https://heartallybooks.com/victoria-bley/) - Historical fiction: Sovereigns of the Steppe: The Rise of Borte and Genghis Khan Victoria Bley is the author name of a historical fiction novelist. She lives in a remote hamlet in the wild and wooly rural West; a place that cattle rustlers and horse thieves used as a hideout one hundred fifty years ago. The
- [Louise J. Privette](https://heartallybooks.com/louise-j-privette/) - Non-fiction: School Psychologists: From Surviving to Thriving Louise Privette is a retired school psychologist who worked with students of all ages. In 2001, Louise received the Arizona School Psychologist of the Year Award from the Arizona Association of School Psychologists. Louise co-authored Dancing Through Life: A Memoir, winner of the 2024 Uta Behrens Award for nonfiction.
- [Introducing Louise Privette](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-louise-privette/) - Welcome, Louise! I have a long and very mixed history with School Psychologists and the public school system in general. When I first saw this book, I was skeptical. But after reading the first chapter, I knew it belonged in the Heart Ally Books family. HA: Why did you choose to work with Heart Ally
- [Thundering Courage: George Armstrong Custer, The Union Cavalry Boy Generals, and Justified Defiance at Gettysburg](https://heartallybooks.com/thundering-courage-george-armstrong-custer-the-union-cavalry-boy-generals-and-justified-defiance-at-gettysburg/) - By Terry C. Pierce. "Promotions or a coffin!" To George Armstrong Custer, war is the Devil's own fun. And his luck—"Custer Luck"—peaks during the Civil War, keeping him alive against all odds. Yet, for the first two years of the war, Custer luck has not earned him a command—until, three days before a brewing battle
- [Conquering Chaos: How to lead in a time of extraordinary change](https://heartallybooks.com/conquering-chaos-how-to-lead-in-a-time-of-extraordinary-change/) - By Roy D. Bridges, Jr. and Tim Kotnour, PhD Transformations are hard. Especially when everything around you is on fire. Your organization is in crisis. Pressure from your boss. Rumblings from stakeholders. Demands from stockholders. Disruptions in the marketplace. Deeply frustrated staff and workforce who need to be heard and respected. Who need their dignity.
- [The Prison of Shadows: Shards of Shadow Book 2](https://heartallybooks.com/the-prison-of-shadows-shards-of-shadow-book-2/) - by Joseph R. Lallo One man’s prison is another man’s fortress. Alan grew up believing that justice was as simple as throwing criminals in jail. He also grew up believing there was no such thing as a shadow with a mind of its own. A special request to put his photographic talents to use for
- [The Balance of Shadows: Shards of Shadow Book 3](https://heartallybooks.com/the-balance-of-shadows-shards-of-shadow-book-3/) - by Joseph R. Lallo In a city at peace, balance means war. Freshly certified for forensics, Alan is ready to do something meaningful with his photography. He’s teamed up with his friend Jessie on the police force, and not a moment too soon. A serial killer seems to be copying the infamous Metro Ghoul. Lives
- [The Clash of Shadows: Shards of Shadow Book 4](https://heartallybooks.com/the-clash-of-shadows-shards-of-shadow-book-4/) - by Joseph R. Lallo In the shadows, the balance is tipping… Alan’s journey from a freelance forensic photographer to a key player in the police department is about to take a darker turn. Alongside his steadfast friend Jessie, Alan dives into an investigation of a money laundering ring with sinister ties to the Shades. But
- [The Work of Joy: Dancing with Creative Fire](https://heartallybooks.com/the-work-of-joy/) - by Deleyna Marr Creative life is rarely steady. It brightens, dims, and flares again. It unfolds alongside ordinary days, shifting seasons, and the constant motion of modern life. Even when the desire to create remains, the joy that once carried the work can feel harder to reach. The Work of Joy is not about fixing your creativity
- [Tim Kotnour, PhD](https://heartallybooks.com/tim-kotnour/) - Non-fiction: Conquering Chaos: How to lead in a time of extraordinary change Tim Kotnour’s CV includes the Lockheed Martin St. Laurent Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Systems at the University of Central Florida and Director of the UCF Engineering Leadership and Innovation Institute (eli2) and the Professional Engineering Management Program. He
- [Introducing Tim Kotnour, PhD](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-tim-kotnour-phd/) - Welcome, Tim! We're so happy to have you as a Heart Ally author, and so excited to bring this very timely book to market. HA: Why did you choose to work with Heart Ally Books? TK: I previously published a book and was not satisfied with the experience. The previous publisher made us conform to
- [Roy D. Bridges, Jr.](https://heartallybooks.com/roy-d-bridges-jr/) - Autobiography - An Improbable Astronaut Nonfiction, Business and Leadership - Conquering Chaos: How to lead in a time of extraordinary change Major General (Ret.) Roy D. Bridges, Jr. Roy retired from Northrop Grumman on January 31, 2019. Prior to his retirement he was Northrop Grumman Technology Services’ Director responsible for DOE business. Previously Roy was
- [Wanted](https://heartallybooks.com/wanted/) - by Caren Gallimore Caitlyn Daniels never expected to love a wanted man — or to lose him without ever telling him the truth. Dakota Cabe rode into her life like a storm and left just as fast, driven out of town by the law and hunted by bounty hunters. Caitlyn understood why he disappeared. What
- [Sisterhood](https://heartallybooks.com/sisterhood/) - by Deleyna Marr Something is watching... A single gunshot shattered Dana's perfect life. Now she's starting over with a new life, new rules and an old flame to chase all her demons away. But Dana's demons have other ideas. They want her -- and her sisters -- at any cost. Available in: Ebook:
- [The Rain Crow](https://heartallybooks.com/the-rain-crow/) - by Julie Weathers April 1861. As war looms, Lorena McKenzie's battle begins at home. Heir to two indebted estates after her father's death, Lorena struggles to fend off cutthroat bankers determined to seize The Pines, her family's renowned South Carolina horse farm. Her Lincolnite mother could help, but she refuses, insisting that Lorena move to Baltimore
- [Caren Gallimore](https://heartallybooks.com/caren-gallimore/) - Wanted - Western adventure romance Caren Gallimore, despite being born 133 years too late, lives in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains. Her love for the Wild West began during a Girl Scout camp at an old Pony Express station in Utah. Her characters tend to write their own stories, and Caren is grateful to be
- [Introducing Caren Gallimore](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-caren-gallimore/) - HA: Why did you choose to work with Heart Ally Books? CG: I’ve known Lisa for many years. She is the reason that I have a website. All of Lisa’s courses are stellar. Her teaching method is thoughtfully laid out for a no-stress experience. There are times when I think I’m her sole student. :)
- [Julie Weathers](https://heartallybooks.com/julie-weathers/) - Historical Fiction - The Rain Crow Julie Weathers, like most writers, has always loved creating stories. When she couldn’t get to the library, she started writing her own. However, it wasn’t until she was grown with children that she considered writing again — and that happened purely by accident after she won a $10,000 horse that turned
- [Introuducing Julie Weathers](https://heartallybooks.com/introuducing-julie-weathers/) - HA: Why did you choose to work with Heart Ally Books? JW: I’ve known Deleyna for years through a literature forum called Litforum.com. I’ve attended writers’ conferences with her, where I saw firsthand how hard she works for her clients. I also took a website-building class she taught, and the result is my beautiful, if
- [Deleyna Marr](https://heartallybooks.com/deleyna-marr/) - Fantasy, Modern adventure and Paranormal, Non-fiction Dominion of Darkness Sisterhood Reflections from the Mirror: A Journey into Art, AI, and the Creative Soul The Work of Joy: Dancing with Creative Fire Deleyna is the proud mother of 3 energetic children. She tends to collect additional children the way most people collect stray cats. Of late,
- [Reflections from the Mirror: A Journey into Art, AI, and the Creative Soul](https://heartallybooks.com/reflections-from-the-mirror-a-journey-into-art-ai-and-the-creative-soul/) - by Deleyna Marr What happens when the mirror starts reflecting back more than you expected? In a world where artificial intelligence is reshaping creativity, Reflections from the Mirror invites writers, artists, and curious souls into an honest, soulful journey of collaboration with AI. This is not a how-to manual—it’s a conversation. One filled with questions, revelations, and
- [The Other Eight vs The Icon](https://heartallybooks.com/the-other-eight-vs-the-icon/) - by Joseph R. Lallo The plan was to build the perfect hero, but nothing is perfect… Humanity has long known of the existence of superheroes. Unfortunately, while they are often genuine heroes, they aren't very super. Nonsensica's twitch-inducing gibberish and Chloroplast's mighty photosynthesis don't quite rise to the promises of the comic books. But that
- [When Winter Comes](https://heartallybooks.com/when-winter-comes/) - by Elise Skidmore Elise Skidmore has been a writer since childhood, with poetry being her focus for many years. It’s her way of working through dark times and celebrating the joyful ones. WHEN WINTER COMES is her sixth volume of poetry. Two of her earlier anthologies were finalists for Epic eBook Awards. Though poetry is
- [A Traitor in the Shadows: Shards of Shadow Book 1](https://heartallybooks.com/a-traitor-in-the-shadows-shards-of-shadow-book-1/) - How could a good photo-op go so wrong?A perfect time-lapse of the lunar eclipse should have earned Alan some cash and acclaim. Instead, he came home with an invader in his dreams and a terrible feeling of being watched. Now his life is a tangle of cults, mysterious white-suited visitors, and scheming shadows. Surviving the next few days will take teamwork, guile, and an awful lot of coffee.A Traitor in the Shadows is the first in a new Urban Fantasy series by Joseph R. Lallo, author of the international bestselling Book of Deacon and Free-Wrench series.
- [Elise Skidmore](https://heartallybooks.com/elise-skidmore/) - Poetry and Short Stories Poems from the Edge of Spring When Leaves Fall A Dance of Dreams Trio: A Collection of Previous Volumes Moments in Time - 22 Stories Looking for the Light: Hindsight is 2020 Summer Serenade When Winter Comes Elise Skidmore is a native New Yorker, who has been writing poetry since she
- [Resources](https://heartallybooks.com/resources/) - I have a few priceless treasures that I love working with. Some of my students have asked me to share this list. I'm only including people here that I've worked with. These are people that I feel comfortable sending my friends to. There are many other excellent resources for authors. These are just my favorites.
- [Introducing Joseph Lallo](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-joseph-lallo/) - Folks - you have to forgive me while I gush a bit. Joseph Lallo is my favorite author. I've been a fan for probably longer than either of us would want to own up to. My husband is a fan. My kids are fans. Lallo books are a treasure in our house. I was in
- [An Improbable Astronaut](https://heartallybooks.com/an-improbable-astronaut/) - by Roy D. Bridges, Jr. Astronaut Roy Bridges intentionally pursued a life of adventure. From fearlessly hunting bears in the woods with his cap pistol at age five, to piloting a fighter jet in Vietnam in his twenties, to rocketing into space at forty-two, he quietly, diligently, and relentlessly made his dream a reality. Fueled
- [Pursuit of the Pudú (Desert Island Diaries Book 2)](https://heartallybooks.com/pursuit-of-the-pudu/) - By Diana Delacruz Even as Melissa and Nicolás fall in love, everything else in their lives falls apart.In this Christian YA adventure and sequel to Destiny at Dolphin Bay, recent high school grad Melissa Travis returns to southern Chile's enchanting Chiloé on a mission. Her youth group plans to build a church on the island of
- [Transitus](https://heartallybooks.com/transitus/) - by Briauna Mariah It’s 2250. Icecaps have melted. The world is under one unifying government. And humans have a genetic equal: homo transitus. Forced into exile for their differences, transitus families have only one place to live considered safe: the sweltering community of an East Antarctic island. Here, transitus kids train for a life of
- [Briauna Mariah](https://heartallybooks.com/briauna-mariah/) - Science Fiction — Transitus Briauna Mariah enjoys her time between her home in coastal Maine and New York City. She is the founder and director of We Speak, the leading model management in championing diversity, equity, and fairness in fashion. Since resuming her passion of crafting stories in April of 2020, she also writes socially
- [Introducing Briauna Mariah](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-briauna-mariah/) - We are so excited to bring Briauna Mariah into the Heart Ally family! Okay, full disclosure: she was already family. But that's not why we decided to publish Transitus. This book is an exciting addition to the line, and like the other books in the Heart Ally family, we're overjoyed to share this stunning book!
- [Introducing Elise Skidmore](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-elise-skidmore/) - I've known Elise for more years than I want to confess to. I've watched her incredible talent grow and mature over the years. It has been frustrating to see this talent mostly hidden away, so bringing this book into publication makes me blissfully happy. I'm so excited to share her talent with the rest of
- [Diana Delacruz](https://heartallybooks.com/diana-delacruz/) - Destiny at Dolphin Bay - Inspirational YA Fiction Return to Chiloé - Inspirational Memoir Pursuit of the Pudú - Inspirational YA Fiction Diana Delacruz is the pen name of a current global worker in Coquimbo, Chile. Her debut novel, Destiny at Dolphin Bay, draws on the love/hate experience of her first term of service in
- [Decide To Hope (The Hope Trilogy Book 1)](https://heartallybooks.com/decide-to-hope-the-hope-trilogy-book-1/) - An unimaginable trauma. A future that seems impossible. When your world shatters, how do you put it back together? For 950 days, Kathleen Conners has struggled with that choice. Behind a scarf and sunglasses, she hides from the world, from herself, from The Event, from any future with anyone. After receiving a box of letters
- [Summer Serenade](https://heartallybooks.com/summer-serenade/) - by Elise Skidmore A New Yorker by birth and by choice, Elise Skidmore lives on the south shore of Long Island with her husband of 45 years. While she misses her two grown children, she is quite proud of their success and independence. She has been a writer since childhood, with poetry being her focus
- [Eat This Book!](https://heartallybooks.com/eat-this-book/) - Rabbi Stuart Dauermann holds an MA and PhD in Intercultural Studies. He is a Messianic Jewish futurist who focuses on increasing understanding and enriching community life at the intersection of the Jewish and Christian worlds. “What does it mean to be a Jewish disciple of Yeshua? Where does one begin? Rabbi Dauermann answers these questions
- [Terry C. Pierce](https://heartallybooks.com/terry-c-pierce/) - Without Warning: The Saga of Gettysburg, A Reluctant Union Hero, and the Men He Inspired - Historical Fiction Thundering Courage: George Armstrong Custer, The Union Cavalry Boy Generals, and Justified Defiance at Gettysburg - Historical Fiction Terry C. Pierce is a Captain, USN, retired. He commanded USS Whidbey Island LSD-41 and was Chief of Staff
- [Praying Town](https://heartallybooks.com/praying-town/) - by L. Gawenase Johnson Praying Town is the story of a brave experiment, a forgotten war, and a historic peace between New World Natives and Old World immigrants. Amid the confusion of colonization, two cultures found a way to live together in harmony and respect in communities that once dotted the landscape of what we
- [Moments in Time - 22 Stories](https://heartallybooks.com/moments-in-time-22-stories/) - A little Romance, a little humor, a twist of Twilight Zone and a splash of vampires... snack on these delightfully unpredictable tales!
- [Looking for the Light: Hindsight is 2020](https://heartallybooks.com/looking-for-the-light-hindsight-is-2020/) - by Elise Skidmore A New Yorker by birth and by choice, Elise Skidmore lives on the south shore of Long Island with her husband of 45 years. While she misses her two grown children, she is quite proud of their success and independence. She has been a writer since childhood, with poetry being her focus
- [To Print or Not](https://heartallybooks.com/to-print-or-not/) - Just a few years ago, writers who wanted to self-publish a printed book had to purchase a large print run up front. Traditional publishers are still doing this. The end result of this process is a stack of boxes filled with books, many of which will wind up being destroyed. It costs less per book
- [Online Publishing Resources](https://heartallybooks.com/online-publishing-resources/) - These are the tools of your trade. You won't need all of these. You may find others you prefer. Depending on your choices as we go through the course, you may only need a couple of them. The following are some free and trial options that I have found useful. I'm also listing the sites
- [When Leaves Fall](https://heartallybooks.com/when-leaves-fall/) - When Leaves Fall is the eagerly anticipated book from acclaimed poet Elise Skidmore. Her poetry reaches into the heart and brings us together.
- [Return to Chiloé: Treasures from the Island](https://heartallybooks.com/return-to-chiloe/) - Join author Diana Delacruz on a nostalgic journey to her former home in southern Chile, a little-known island shrouded in mist and mystery.
- [Destiny at Dolphin Bay](https://heartallybooks.com/destiny-at-dolphin-bay/) - By Diana Delacruz God always has a purpose. We always have a choice. In this compelling Genesis Award finalist, fifteen-year-old Melissa Travis finds herself floundering into uncharted waters when she is exiled from her Christian high school. Dreading a month of “mom talks” over endless cups of tea, she accepts her missionary sister’s invitation to
- [Trio: A Collection of Previous Volumes](https://heartallybooks.com/trio/) - TRIO is a digital compilation of those books: Poems From the Edge of Spring, When Leaves Fall, and A Dance of Dreams.
- [June A. Converse](https://heartallybooks.com/june-a-converse/) - Decide to Hope - Women's Fiction Journey to Hope - Women's Fiction June was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. June has been married a long time to her high school sweetheart (since 1992) and have two grown children and two not-grown grands. She has been a Medical Office Manager, a Medical Consultant to hospitals,
- [Mick Sullivan](https://heartallybooks.com/mick-sullivan/) - Children's History — I See Lincoln's Underpants Mick Sullivan is the creator and producer of The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and Families, a show which has been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, School Library Journal, and more. He works at the Frazier History Museum in Louisville, KY.
- [Introducing Mick Sullivan](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-mick-sullivan/) - Meet author Mick Sullivan and hear about his book I See Lincoln's Underpants and why he chose to write a book about underwear!
- [The Book that Can't be Published](https://heartallybooks.com/unpublishable-book/) - I made a stunning mistake. I wrote a book that can't be published. It takes skill to be that amazingly shortsighted. Especially given that I'm a publisher!
- [Introducing Diana Delacruz](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-diana-delacruz/) - I met Diana in a class that I teach for writers on website design. As we were working, I was struck by the beauty of the writing in her blog and the snippets of stories that she shared. When I tried to buy them, I discovered that they were all peacefully waiting in a drawer
- [Introducing Rabbi Stuart Dauermann](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-rabbi-stuart-dauermann/) - Lisa from Heart Ally interviews Rabbi Stuart Dauermann about his latest book, lessons from life, and his message.
- [Stuart Dauermann, MA, PhD](https://heartallybooks.com/stuart-dauermann-ma-phd/) - Discipleship — Eat This Book! Rabbi Stuart Dauermann holds an MA and PhD in Intercultural Studies. He is a Messianic Jewish futurist who focuses on increasing understanding and enriching community life at the intersection of the Jewish and Christian worlds. Read Heart Ally's interview with Rabbi Stuart Dauermann here.
- [Paul Wesslund](https://heartallybooks.com/paul-wesslund/) - Study Guide: Christianity at Work: A scriptural study guide for Small Business, Big Heart: How one family redefined the bottom line Paul Wesslund grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota, where he went to Macalester College. He worked four years as a reporter and copyeditor at daily newspapers in North Dakota, then moved to Washington, DC,
- [Introducing Paul Wesslund](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-paul-wesslund/) - Paul talks with Heart Ally about his new book, passion projects, and how spirituality and business can coexist.
- [Introducing Roy D. Bridges, Jr.](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-roy-d-bridges-jr/) - Roy Bridges's memoir, An Improbable Astronaut, launched on May 17, 2022. In this interview, we talk about everything from parenting to religion, and from Earth to space! Enjoy! HA: Why did you choose to work with Heart Ally Books? RB: I had originally contacted commercial and university publishing organizations but could not find a good
- [Files you need OTHER than your book!](https://heartallybooks.com/files-you-need-other-than-your-book/) - You will need a well-crafted biography to include, not only on your website, but also on the vendors' websites. Some vendors will ask for your biography when you upload your book. Others will provide you with an author's page that you'll want to complete. Hook your website up to these pages as well. When you
- [Pricing](https://heartallybooks.com/pricing/) - So, you've formatted your book. You're ready to make the cover and the printer wants to know what your retail price will be—you might want this for the barcode that goes on the back cover. How do you decide? Understand that some venues (brick and mortar stores) will want a 60% discount before they'll even
- [Publishing Terminology](https://heartallybooks.com/publishing-terminology/) - This industry has a lot of terminology. Just like visiting a new country, if you don't understand the language, you'll get lost. In this lesson, we're going to touch on some terms and tools that you will have to deal with in the lessons ahead. I want you to feel comfortable when you see these
- [Sales Statistics](https://heartallybooks.com/sales-statistics/) - Sales statistics will help you see if your marketing is working or not. The general trend that I have seen is that a book sells well at first. People who know you are eager to purchase the story. After this initial buying frenzy, the sales drop off for a bit. That is when your marketing
- [General Process to Publishing a Book](https://heartallybooks.com/general-process-to-publishing-a-book/) - There is a basic process to publishing a book. Some of these steps are optional depending on your format. Do not skip editing. Write the book.Developmentally edit the book to make it better.Write the front and back matter (promo material, acknowledgements, dedication, back cover, etc.).Edit the book again.Send the book to beta readers.Edit the book and
- [Editing](https://heartallybooks.com/editing/) - You've edited your document, right? You've spell-checked it a dozen times and had your Aunt Margaret read it for errors. Check it again. I guarantee that at least one typo will get through into the finished manuscript. A friend who does proofreading suggested that you start at the back. She said she finds more errors
- [Catch and Don't Release](https://heartallybooks.com/catch-and-dont-release/) - In spite of the growing popularity of other marketing channels, email marketing is still the most cost effective way to connect with your target audience. Statistics continue to show email marketing delivers a high return on investment. Knowing how effective email marketing can be, your goal is to build a robust email list of people
- [How to Add a Page to Your Site](https://heartallybooks.com/how-to-add-a-page-to-your-site/) - Once you have decided that you want to add a page to your site, there are two steps to the process. First: create the page. Log into the administrator area of your website. Look on the left hand bar for "Pages": Click "Add New." Next, enter a title: Then, enter some text: The section on
- [Building Pages and Posts through Gutenberg!](https://heartallybooks.com/building-pages-and-posts-through-gutenberg/) - Gutenberg is here. Gutenberg is the code name of the WordPress editor where you create pages and posts. Gutenberg is an important step in the future of the internet.You need to know this. You'll be seeing editors like it in more places soon. You may already have!The key thing to understand about Gutenberg is that
- [5 Tips for Social Media Detox](https://heartallybooks.com/5-tips-for-social-media-detox/) - Take control of your social media platforms I took a cooking class on how to use a knife. The teacher said one thing that stuck with me. "Remember, don't let the food tell you what to do. You're the one holding the knife." In our social media experiences, it is easy to get swept up
- [7 Things Every Author Website Needs](https://heartallybooks.com/7-things-every-author-website-needs/) - When authors build or get their first website, sometimes they want their website to be as fancy as big-name authors' sites - and I'm not saying they can't be - but this is a distraction. The important thing is this: Be there. Now. On occasion I do consulting for Search Engine Optimization specialists. I was called
- [5 Reasons Why Authors Need a Website](https://heartallybooks.com/5-reasons-why-authors-need-a-website/) - We've all heard that writers need a website, but why? When I ask writers why they want a website, they say: so I can look professionalso I can get a book dealto sell more booksbecause my coach/agent/publisher said so. When we don't know why we need a website, it is hard to use it effectively.
- [Social Media 101](https://heartallybooks.com/social-media-101/) - Marketing is required to be a successful writer. Today's marketing relies heavily on social media, so this becomes a part of your platform. I have worked with a number of writers who did not know how to approach social media. They asked me how to tweet, what a blog was for, etc. I hear these
- [Reputation Building](https://heartallybooks.com/reputation-building/) - I'm part of a parent community on my island. One day, I was sitting with my friend and she came to me gushing about our newest member. "I can't believe it! She's a real author! It's so exciting to have a writer joining us." (My honest first thought: "My marketing sucks.") I'm clearly a very
- [Branding](https://heartallybooks.com/branding/) - The process where a writer becomes a marketable commodity is called branding, and it is critical to your success. Let's think in generalities. The first thing to understand is that you are not selling a book. You're selling yourself as a writer. Writing is your business, your career. You are either the gold or the iron pyrite.
- [Marketing for Survival](https://heartallybooks.com/marketing-for-survival/) - I'm sorry to tell you that you will have to market your book. Marketing is going to be hard. Many writers are stunned that marketing devours so much of their time. You can get so caught up in marketing that you forget to write. Word of mouth sells books. That's been proven by many studies.
- [Creating a Business](https://heartallybooks.com/creating-a-business/) - What if you want your website to pay for itself in a way other than writing? You can combine your website and add these extra fields on as pages to your website. There's no problem having a few pages for a tangential business. These different fields are a part of who you are as a
- [Identify your Target Audience](https://heartallybooks.com/identify-your-target-audience/) - Having a precise picture of your target audience is a critical component of your social media plan. Who Are You Talking To? There are various social media platforms. Each has it's own primary demographic and specific methods of engagement. If you don't know who you are talking to, you'll be like that scruffy guy in
- [Social Media](https://heartallybooks.com/social-media/) - Make Sure You Know: What is Social Media? Confused and don't know where to start? Here is a good place to do so. Identifying your Target Audience Having a precise picture of your target audience is a critical component of your social media plan. Why Participate in Social Media? It's important; word of mouth is
- [Advanced Website Techniques](https://heartallybooks.com/advanced-website-techniques/) - Advanced Website Parts Plugins We Use Each plugin adds something important to your site. Here are the ones often I use. Google's Core Web Vitals Because these are geeks we're talking about, everything has an acronym and each acronym is explained by a term that is probably more confusing than the one before. Here are
- [Why Be Indie?](https://heartallybooks.com/why-be-indie/) - Why are you interested in self-publishing? Each person reading this will have their own reasons. Take some time and think about your goals. Becoming an indie author requires a sense of humor, stick-to-it-ness, and a business mindset. As an indie author, you aren't selling books. You're selling yourself as a writer. Your fans don't just
- [Publishing Info](https://heartallybooks.com/publishing/) - Starting Indie Publishing Welcome to the BusinessAbout this IndustryWhy Be Indie?Who are you? Publishing 101 General Process to Publishing a BookTo Print or NotMaking ChoicesDefining SuccessOnline Publishing Resources Publishing Terms/Info Publishing TerminologyISBNLCCN/PCNCopyright Going through the Publishing Process EditingTypesettingFormattingCover ArtFiles you need OTHER than your book!PricingBranding Last Pieces of the Publishing Process Marketing for SurvivalSales StatisticsContractsConcessions,
- [About this Industry](https://heartallybooks.com/about-this-industry/) - The technology industry has always been cut-throat. If you have any doubts, watch the movie, "Pirates of Silicon Valley." Now that the publishing industry is heavily influenced by technology, this industry is becoming dangerous to navigate. You must be constantly vigilant of your rights. Yes, it has always been so, but it is worse now.
- [Welcome to the Business](https://heartallybooks.com/welcome-to-the-business/) - Approach publishing as a business. It is. Keep track of your expenses. You'll need them to offset your profits. (I highly recommend that you hire a professional tax accountant the first year you have profits.) Plan on setting aside a large percentage of your income for taxes. Develop a set of procedures for how you
- [Defining Success](https://heartallybooks.com/defining-success/) - I've read that the average self-published author sells around 200 copies of their book. I see that statistic quoted often but have not found the original source. In fact, I've found the same statistic quoted as low as 100 and as high as 300. I think some of the data is based on statistics from
- [Who are you?](https://heartallybooks.com/who-are-you/) - This may seem like an easy question, but take a moment and think about it. Traditional publishers and agents have told us for years that it is unwise for a writer to cross genres. Ah, but now we can self-publish and we don't have to be guided by those stuffy rules! But what if they
- [ISBN](https://heartallybooks.com/isbn/) - How many ISBN's do you need? If you are using those provided by the various services, they are your publisher of record. Read the contracts you sign with the various services carefully, in particular read the Terms and Conditions. IF your tally shows that you only need one ISBN and if you know that you
- [LCCN/PCN](https://heartallybooks.com/lccn-pcn/) - Library of Congress Catalog Control Number / Pre-assigned Control Number - US residents only I've seen services charge for providing you with an LCCN. Understand: these numbers are free. You just have to send the Library of Congress a printed copy of your book. The LCCN gives your printed book a little more credibility. If
- [Copyright](https://heartallybooks.com/copyright/) - By international law, from the moment you put pen to paper, you own full rights to the work you have created. You do not need to file a copyright request. However, if your rights are ever violated, whoever has filed the copyright will have the best legal standing. Legal copyright is important to have. It costs $35
- [Typesetting](https://heartallybooks.com/typesetting/) - In the old days, a finished manuscript was given to a typesetter who would create a plate of type for each page. This person was an expert in such things as leading (having to do with the height of the characters on a line) and kerning (having to do with how close letters could be
- [Formatting](https://heartallybooks.com/formatting/) - Formatting is going to vary depending on the venues you have chosen, but the heart of every project will start with a doc (or docx) file. If you don't write in Word, export from your software to a doc file. (Sidenote: I write in Evernote. I export to an HTML file, then display it, copy
- [Cover Art](https://heartallybooks.com/cover-art/) - You are going to need some cover art. When I started my publishing business, I contacted my long-time favorite graphic artist and asked if he would be willing to come on board. His reply shocked me. "You don't need a graphic artist." What? I'm going to be doing quality books. I want quality covers. I'd
- [Contracts](https://heartallybooks.com/contracts/) - For each venue you've chosen, you will have a contract. You want to read those contracts carefully. If at all possible, you should retain the full rights to your work and derivatives of your work. What this means is that if someone wants to make a movie from your book, they need to negotiate with
- [Concessions, Discounts,  Distribution, and Pre-Sales](https://heartallybooks.com/concessions-discounts-distribution-and-pre-sales/) - Concessions If you want to sell in bookstores, you're going to have to make the book worthwhile to them. They're going to want the right to return unsold books. I consider this to be an unwise choice, but it is yours to make. Just remember that you will wind up paying the printing cost for
- [Finished with Publishing?](https://heartallybooks.com/finished-with-publishing/) - So—are you done? Have you submitted a book to your chosen venues? How do you feel? If you find that you feel a huge sense of letdown, a terror that you may have made a mistake…welcome to the most common state for an indie-published writer. It is extremely unlikely that your brilliant work will be
- [Making Choices](https://heartallybooks.com/making-choices/) - You have the next great novel in your hands. You have a social media platform linked to a website and an email list that will grow with your career. Now it is time to start cleaning the mud off that nugget and seeing what you've got. Edit your manuscript. Then edit it again. When you
- [Website Basics](https://heartallybooks.com/website-basics/) - Starting Out: Identify your Target AudienceDefining your Goal for your Site5 Reasons Why Authors Need a Website What is a WebsiteWhat a Website is NOT Platform BuildingSSLPermalinks Website Personalizing and Maintenance: How to Get to Your Website's Admin AreaContentBuilding Pages and Posts through Gutenberg!How to Add a Page to Your Site7 Things Every Author Website NeedsPrivacy by
- [Google's Core Web Vitals](https://heartallybooks.com/googles-core-web-vitals/) - Let's look at what we know of Google's master plan. Make the web secure by requiring everyone to use SSLMake the web mobile first - if your site doesn't work on a phone, it is likely not to get seenUp the requirements for mobile usability #3 is coming to fruition now. We'll talk more about
- [Plugins We Use](https://heartallybooks.com/plugins-we-use/) - Websites build like Legos. Each plugin should add something important to your site. Each plugin DOES add another point of vulnerability to your site. Read this article if you want to understand just how risky plugins can be. Still, most plugins are safe.Here are some plugins that you may want to add. I've used each of
- [What is Social Media?](https://heartallybooks.com/what-is-social-media/) - Social Media Doesn’t Work. Wait...What? Have you met anyone who says they've tried social media to promote their brand and increase sales but concluded it doesn't work? Maybe they don't know how it works. Right? Every guru will tell you (usually, for a price) there are tricks involved. If you just follow their special magic
- [Defining your Goal for your Site](https://heartallybooks.com/defining-your-goal-for-your-site/) - One thing about hitting a target: You can't hit what you can't see. Well...you can if you toss a nuclear bomb at it, but let's pretend we aren't going nuclear. How you target your content and your marketing will be determined by your goals. Here are some sample ones: sell a ton of books when
- [What is a website](https://heartallybooks.com/what-is-a-website/) - Most writers think of a website as a blog. I want you to think of your website as a gathering place for your fans. It is an extension of your home. Let's pretend that you are a successful author. You are so successful that you have your own office. What is on the walls? Each
- [Showcasing Your Books on Your Website](https://heartallybooks.com/showcasing-your-books-on-your-website/) - How you showcase your books on your website will depend on many factors. One of the most important is: how many books do you have? Once you get more than 2 books, I'd like you to consider creating a category of POSTS called "books" and having each book be a post. Set the book cover
- [Platform Building](https://heartallybooks.com/platform-building/) - I can already see the hands raised. "This doesn't apply to me. I haven't published my book yet!" Platform building ideally comes before publication. Years before when possible. If you've done much research into traditional publishing, you'll know that one question agents and editors ask is, "What sort of platform do you have?" Not what sort WILL you
- [What a Website is NOT](https://heartallybooks.com/what-a-website-is-not/) - A website is not an instant solution — to anything. A website can take years to build traffic. I'm going to give you pointers on how to make this happen faster, but I don't want anyone thinking they can flip the switch and all of their marketing troubles will be over. It is a powerful
- [Content!](https://heartallybooks.com/content/) - You've got a basic website. Now you have to generate content. This is where writers excel! We do so much better at this than non-writers! I have a non-writer website client who sees a space for words and freezes. He can't think what to put there. His website doesn't do well. It doesn't perform. Why?
- [The List](https://heartallybooks.com/the-list/) - You must have a website to succeed as a modern writer. But why? Certainly there are other options like Facebook. When the Internet began, publishers maintained websites for their authors. Why can't we still do that? The core reason for your website is your list. THE LIST is the heart of everything you are building.
- [Permalinks](https://heartallybooks.com/permalinks/) - Permalinks are the URLs (addresses) that people will share and use to access your website. I'm not a big fan of the default setup that WordPress uses. When I log in, I often change these. Note: if you have an existing site with a lot of history, you may not want to change these. Permalinks
- [How to Write A Privacy Policy](https://heartallybooks.com/how-to-write-a-privacy-policy/) - Have you read any interesting privacy policies lately? You should have! Have you noticed that it seems like everyone is asking you to reconfirm your subscription to their newsletter or asking you to accept a new privacy policy? Welcome to the GDPR! Just because other people are panicking doesn't mean you should. The heart of
- [Privacy by Design and the GDPR](https://heartallybooks.com/privacy-by-design-and-the-gdpr/) - *Note: I am not an attorney. This is intended to be an encouragement, but should not take the place of sound legal advice. You are responsible to research the GDPR for yourself! Let’s start with what the GDPR is. GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation. It is a set of laws and guidelines that were
- [How to get to your Website's admin area](https://heartallybooks.com/how-to-get-to-your-websites-admin-area/) - You should know your domain name. The front end (where your readers will go) will be at: yourdomain.com -- whatever that looks like. The admin area, the back end (where you go to control it) will be at: yourdomain.com/wp-admin You can also use yourdomain.com/admin Once you get there, it will ask you to log in.
- [SSL](https://heartallybooks.com/ssl/) - No, SSL does not stand for Super Secret Lesson...but I like that definition better. Random techie jargon that needs to go somewhere: as of January 2017, browsers are flagging non-encrypted websites. What is website encryption? That sounds like something spy related! Encryption means that what a person types into your website is encrypted between their
- [Your Newsletter](https://heartallybooks.com/your-newsletter/) - Your newsletter is an extension of your website, also referred to as your list. People sign up and invite you to tell them when your book comes out. They are your most avid fans, your street team, your all-important sales force. On your website (and on social media platforms) you should have a link where
- [How to Find a Topic for Your Blog](https://heartallybooks.com/how-to-find-a-topic-for-your-blog/) - I want to give you some clarity to help you find topics for your blogs. When I ask you to think about your ideal reader, I don't want you to think broad. I want you to think specific, as in try to imagine one or two people. Create imaginary characters based on these people. Make
- [Selling Books](https://heartallybooks.com/selling-books/) - The number 1 goal for most writers' websites is to sell more books. How do we do that? We connect with our ideal readers and with influential people in our genre. The techniques for a big launch and a steady income are similar, but slightly different. When your goal is a big launch, you want
- [Selling Stuff](https://heartallybooks.com/selling-stuff/) - Tangentially related to having a separate business, websites are great for selling physical products. This is another way for your site to earn its keep. Affiliate Links Affiliate links are links to products sold by other companies that you will get a commission for if someone buys from your website. Amazon is a great example
- [Why Participate in Social Media?](https://heartallybooks.com/why-participate-in-social-media/) - Do you remember the first JK Rowling book you read? How did you hear about it? What about your favorite author? Looking at book marketing from a marketing view, treating books the same way we would treat any other product, we can do research and see how books are sold. We have extensive research, and
- [Social Media is NOT...](https://heartallybooks.com/social-media-is-not/) - If you go on Twitter, you'll quickly encounter writers pitching their books. Go into any publishing forum and you'll inevitably watch a writer wander through and scream "Buy my book!" before wandering out. One step above trolls, these writers are to be pitied and ignored. We don't talk about auto-tweet programs that allow you to
- [Introducing Terry C. Pierce](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-terry-c-pierce/) - I’m excited to introduce you all to retired Captain Terry C. Pierce, the latest Heart Ally author. His book Without Warning officially launches on June 15. HA: Why did you choose to work with Heart Ally Books? TCP: A leading literary agency expressed interest in Without Warning, but they requested I cut the book in
- [Annalise Phenix](https://heartallybooks.com/annalise-phenix/) - Undisturbed by Reality - Poetry Playing with patterns and forms, this sampling of poetry by Annalise Phenix combines imagery from the natural world with the language of dream and myth. Find her on Goodreads.
- [Patronizing the Arts](https://heartallybooks.com/patronizing-the-arts/) - As a young writer, I wanted a patron: someone who would pay my way in exchange for the creativity I would then offer up to bless the world. Reality can be a pain. I was horrified to learn there are so few patrons these days. Great, classical authors had patrons. Painters had patrons. But there
- [Why I think Amazon Select is bad for writers.](https://heartallybooks.com/why-i-think-amazon-select-is-bad-for-writers/) - I've been busy the last few months with medical issues (not my own), so this post is delayed. Delayed, but important. Amazon has a program out for publishers called Amazon Select. They're offering participants this month $600,000 in bonus money (divided up by how many downloads a book receives) if they will agree to publish
- [Introducing Deleyna Marr](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-deleyna-marr/) - Why did you decide to indie-publish? Why now? About 3 years ago, I went to yet another writer's convention. I met with yet another agent. She loved my writing but said there was no way she could help me publish it...and she was sad about that. I took some time and really got to know
- [Whaddaya Want](https://heartallybooks.com/whaddaya-want/) - I'm inspired by the strength of New Yorkers recovering from Sandy. Poet Elise Skidmore considers herself fortunate: she only lost her roof -- and she was able to get gas today! In her recently published book When Leaves Fall she wrote a poem honoring her native New York City. Share this to encourage the New
- [Daniel Ottalini](https://heartallybooks.com/daniel-ottalini/) - Antioch Burns - Steampunk Daniel Ottalini is the author of The Steam Empire Series, a fantastical Roman-Steampunk Alternate History story brought to life in his debut novel, Brass Legionnaire. Daniel has been an avid reader all his life, starting at the grand old age of three. As a young boy, his room was overflowing with books, trains, airplanes,
- [Introducing Daniel Ottalini](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-daniel-ottalini/) - Sorry for the long silence on the blog, folks. Lots of exciting things happening and some revealing posts coming this week. I want to introduce you to the newest author in Heart Ally's line-up. I met Daniel Ottalini at a publishing conference. We were both a little overwhelmed by all of the folks at the
- [Self-Publishing is Dead](https://heartallybooks.com/self-publishing-is-dead/) - There. I said it. Self-publishing is dead. But before you all scream and throw fire balls at me, read on. The publishing industry is changing. Dramatically. Daily. I'm not saying anything that everyone doesn't already know. But I see a lot of folks trying to describe what is going on in terms of a model
- [Publishing 99](https://heartallybooks.com/publishing-99/) - Writing is a business, and it requires more thought than setting up a lemonade stand. Writing isn't magic. It's a craft. You need to learn it, hone it, polish it. You may have a gift for storytelling, but if you can't use the language—your brush—you can't paint the word pictures to bring the story to
- [Publishing 101](https://heartallybooks.com/publishing-101/) - Prerequisite: Publishing 99. If you haven't done those things, you don't belong here. You aren't ready to be published yet—regardless of method. In college creative writing classes, I learned how to get published. The steps were deceptively simple: Write a good book. Get an agent. Get a publisher. No one ever promised I'd make money,
- [Cover Reveal for Publishing Gold](https://heartallybooks.com/cover-reveal-publishing-gold/) - Here are the covers for the first two books in my Publishing Gold series:
- [Publishing Gold Freebies](https://heartallybooks.com/publishing-gold-freebies/) - Here are a few resources from my books that I'm making free for everyone. Note that these are offered without warranty. They are intended to save you time. In some circumstances you may need to modify them to meet your needs. 6x9" interior book template for use with InDesign Rough Print Cover Template
- [How to Hire an Editor](https://heartallybooks.com/how-to-hire-an-editor/) - Note: This post contains some excerpts from the infamous book 5 of my Publishing Gold Series, the one that can't be published on Amazon. I'm offering a special price on that book since you have to go to Smashwords to get it. Use coupon code: QN34K and you'll get it for 99 cents. Coupon is
- [L. Gawenase Johnson](https://heartallybooks.com/gawenase-johnson/) - Praying Town - Historical Fiction Gawenase was amused when called a Scottish Mohegan dancing at a Bagpipe Powwow. However, in reality, she is a direct descendant of those who came over on the Mayflower and of those who greeted them with mixed reactions. She is an enrolled member of the Coos Cowasuck band of the
- [Book Coaching Available](https://heartallybooks.com/book-coaching-available/) - If you are an indie author with questions, I do have a few coaching slots for non-publishing clients. Send me an email through my contact form and we can talk.
- [Daniel Ottalini's Newest Novella](https://heartallybooks.com/daniel-ottalinis-newest-novella/) - It is a crazy time in the world! Are you staying safe at home? Have you read any good books lately? Today I'm doing a follow up interview with Daniel Ottalini, author of the Steam Empire Chronicles. I met Daniel a few years ago at a publishing convention. HA: When we met, you were being
- [On Racism](https://heartallybooks.com/on-racism/) - In our world, all companies need to state their position on racism clearly. Over the last few days, the publishing industry in particular has been called out for systemic racial bias. Heart Ally's approach to paying our authors is different than the mainstream. As such, all of our authors are paid the same regardless of
- [Introducing June A. Converse](https://heartallybooks.com/introducing-june-a-converse/) - June Converse is the newest member of the Heart Ally Books family. I met her while teaching a class and was instantly drawn to the hopefulness of her writing. Her positivity and the beauty of her writing delighted me. I read her first book, Decide to Hope, before I learned she was looking for a

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## Testimonials

- [A great book!](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/a-great-book/) - I have just read a delightful book called “School Psychologists: From Surviving to Thriving” by Louise J. Privette, Ed.D. – a great book! I was born in 1924, and the word psychologist had never been used. We had a small country school in Oklahoma, and one teacher taught 8 grades—about 4 to 6 students in
- [An often engrossing, well-researched tale of one of American history’s most infamous generals during the most famous battle...](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/an-often-engrossing-well-researched-tale-of-one-of-american-historys-most-infamous-generals-during-the-most-famous-battle/) - Kirkus: Pierce presents a fictionalized account of the Union cavalry at Gettysburg that focuses on the young Brigadier Gen. George Armstrong Custer. Retired U.S. Navy Captain Pierce returns with his second novel in a planned trilogy about the Battle of Gettysburg, which begins at a pivotal moment in Custer’s burgeoning career. He’s 23, and it’s
- [Engaging & Heartwarming- Highly Recommend](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/engaging-heartwarming-highly-recommend/) - A heartwarming story about love, loss, and resilience. I enjoyed the connection between Matt and Kathleen and seeing how they evolved during their time together. I’m looking forward to reading other books in this series!
- [Great book about PTSD](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/great-book-about-ptsd/) - First book I have read about PTSD. I googled the author and she has a blog about mental illness as well. The author has a deep insight into PTSD, as if evident by the writing. This is the author’s first novel and I am sure the next two in the series will be even better.
- [Powerful, original, and satisfying](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/powerful-original-and-satisfying/) - I don't normally read a lot of romance, but from the first paragraph to the last, I was hooked and didn't want to put the book down. The characters are real and likable, and their struggles are relevant and engaging. This book talks about important themes not often dealt with directly, and it does so
- [I Usually Know What is Going to Happen...](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/i-usually-know-what-is-going-to-happen/) - I can really appreciate a storyline in which I am unable, as a reader, to predict exactly what is going to happen next. This is far from a typical romance novel, with twists and turns that will have your jaw-dropping and your empathy muscles working as you connect with the characters and want to see
- [A Powerfully Emotional Read!](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/a-powerfully-emotional-read/) - Decide to Hope is a powerful read about love, hope, survival, new beginnings and moving on, with a dash of mystery. It was a beautiful yet poignant read that touched my heart. Decide to Hope is a very emotional and powerful read. A Touching Novel that triggered so many emotions. It is a totally absorbing
- [Who doesn’t love a great meal?](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/who-doesnt-love-a-great-meal/) - Eat This Book by Stuart Dauermann is intended as a discipleship manual for Jewish believers in Yeshua(Jesus). Just as the title suggests, I found it to contain rich spiritual food. We are talking cheesecake, kugel, cholent. Imagine your favorites. The difference here is that spiritual weight gain is a good thing! And there is no
- [you won't walk away hungry](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/you-wont-walk-away-hungry/) - This book is written with the pen of a sagacious and loving elder (who also happens to be my friend of 45 years). I recommend you "eat this book" and absorb its spiritual nutrients so that you might know and live a more authentic messianic Jewish life in Yeshua. I found the book to be
- [It's like sitting down for a meal with the Messiah.](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/its-like-sitting-down-for-a-meal-with-the-messiah/) - This is not a “traditional” discipleship manual. Instead, It is a how-to handbook for those who are new in their relationship with Yeshua, or those who have been walking with Yeshua for some time, and want to deepen their spiritual lives. In the format of a many-course meal, Rabbi Dauermann shows us how Yeshua might
- [One of the best astronaut-penned biographies I have read](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/wonderful-read-and-fascinating-insight/) - Roy Bridges may only have one spaceflight to his credit (STS-51F/Spacelab 2) in 1985, but feels fortunate to have experienced a fascinating life and career; from a young five-year-old farm boy hunting bears in the woods, to attaining the rank of Major General in the USAF and filling several key executive positions in NASA and
- [Descriptive, unapologetically Christian, interesting](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/descriptive-unapologetically-christian-interesting/) - I really enjoyed all the detailed descriptions. It felt like I could see, smell and experience with the main character of the story where she was and what she was experiencing. One of the other things that I really enjoyed about the story was that it was unapologetically Christian but not in a forced or
- [Beautiful book](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/beautiful-book/) - Another beautiful book by this amazing writer, each story brings up memories , some happy some sad, but all welcomed. I’m so glad I read this book and I will probably read it again because not only does she tell stories from the past, but it is so comforting to know that someone else was
- [Easygoing Style](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/easygoing-style/) - Elise has such a way with telling stories. Whether the poem is long or short, you will always find a human story that you will be sure to relate to. She tells her stories in language that is easygoing and natural. Her words will capture your heart and keep you reading. You will get caught
- [Unique Period of History](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/unique-period-of-history/) - Mrs. Johnson did a fine job researching and writing about a unique time period of history that is not well known. I would highly recommend this historical fiction book.
- [OUTSTANDING READ!!](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/outstanding-read/) - I absolutely enjoyed this novel. The Author is gifted to bring you face to face with all the characters and bring you right into each part of the story as an observer. It is equally as exciting the way she brings in her own family history. IT IS A WONDERFUL READ. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT.
- [A thoughtful journey](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/a-thoughtful-journey/) - I picked up this little gem, even though poetry isn't my go to read. Partially because poetry needs to be savored, each word devoured like a hard candy slowly enjoying the taste, I prefer a page turner that gets my heart thumping. In each page Elise has put in to words , what many of
- [A most excellent way to view the year of the pandemic](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/a-most-excellent-way-to-view-the-year-of-the-pandemic/) - I made myself a cup of tea and read this book of poetry in one sitting. I didn't set out to finish it so quickly, but I couldn't put it down--or perhaps it wouldn't let me go, is a better way to phrase it. 2020 is a year best viewed in hindsight, especially when you
- [Keeps you wondering!](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/keeps-you-wondering/) - The second book of the Hope trilogy is even better than the first. The author does a wonderful job of keeping you in suspense wondering what’s going to happen next in Kathleen’s struggle to progress from merely existing to having a real life again, and Matt’s love and support for her throughout. I stayed up
- [Compassion after Trauma](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/compassion-after-trauma/) - I met the characters in June's first book "Decide to Hope" and was captivated by their story. The second book in the trilogy does not disappoint. An absorbing page turner that propels you on to the end.
- [An Emotional and Fulfilling Journey](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/an-emotional-and-fulfilling-journey/) - Journey to Hope is one woman's journey after a terrible loss of her entire family. The detailed description of Kathleen's time at the treatment center gave me a true picture of what that experience must be like. This is book two of a trilogy, but you don't have to have read book one first. Looking
- [George Meade at Gettysburg](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/george-meade-at-gettysburg/) - This is one of a few civil war texts that looks at the battle from General George Meade's side of the battle. He was appointed commander of the Army of the Potomac just 3 days before the fateful collision of the Union and Rebel armies. The author gives a minute by minute account of George
- [Factual events, richly developed ...Without Warning!](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/factual-events-richly-developed-without-warning/) - Terry Pierce has written a captivating, powerful, factual novel of the Union Forces at Gettysburg. General Meade embarks on a journey of self-discovery with challenging, inspirational results that changed an entire country. The cast of characters are real, complex and controversial. I didn’t know what to expect from a historical Civil War novel-but found myself
- [A future Pulitzer!](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/a-future-pulitzer/) - Without Warning is without equal! Terry Pierce’s Gettysburg drama is a literary marvel, consumable for the causal reader and avid Civil War historian alike. Pierce’s work is meticulously researched and compellingly written, simultaneously satisfying the history buff’s scrupulous eye for accuracy while maintaining the casual reader’s interest. In the vast library of Civil War contributions,
- [So good I wanted a sequel](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/so-good-i-wanted-a-sequel/) - If you're into fantasy, magic, eternal love, and the battle of dark against light, this book is for you. I was pulled into the story from the beginning and happily kept on till the end. While the story has a satisfying ending, I would love to see a sequel to find out what the future
- [Excellent read!](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/excellent-read/) - I’m not typically a fantasy reader but a friend recommended this book. I found the storyline to be original and compelling. It’s the first paper book I’ve read from start to finish in years - so that’s saying a lot about the suspense and intrigue. I love the characters and agree with other reviewers -
- [Well worth some moments of your own time!](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/well-worth-some-moments-of-your-own-time/) - From sweetly poignant to eerily frightening, from funny to moving beyond words, there’s something in this collection of stories to appeal to a reader’s every mood. Whether you have the leisure to binge, or only need to kill a few minutes while you’re stuck in a waiting room somewhere, Moments in Time is the perfect
- [Most enjoyable](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/most-enjoyable/) - You know when you only have a little bit of time, yet you want to read something to get your mind someplace good. Well , this is the book for you. It is filled with delightful tid-bits of this and that. There's love , kindness, stories to make you wonder, and smile and think. The
- [Easy read, and learned some new history](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/easy-read-and-learned-some-new-history/) - Smooth read, a view into praying indian towns. I liked it very much. Nice scripture and not to much to take away from plot or characters.
- [A little bit for everyone...](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/a-little-bit-for-everyone/) - This book really does have all sorts of stories that cater to all sorts of tastes - unless you're like me, eclectic, and want to read all different types of prose to begin with. My favorite was, hands down, Bootsie!
- [I would read it again and I don't normally do that](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/i-would-read-it-again-and-i-dont-normally-do-that/) - At 1st I thought this book was gonna be all about teenage love and all the high school stuff, but it was not like that at all, it wasn't all about the romance and teenage love for the most part but that is in the book. I loved the book I read it in 1
- [and I must say it is her best. It is written from her heart](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/and-i-must-say-it-is-her-best-it-is-written-from-her-heart/) - This is the third book, by Elise, and I must say it is her best. It is written from her heart, but there is a little bit of all of us in these poems. I found myself slowing my reading pace down so I could savor, each word. To really let it sink in and
- [Poems to Touch Your Heart](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/poems-to-touch-your-heart/) - With a wonderful purity and simplicity, these poems describe the human condition, common emotions, and the universal joys and pains we all share. Love, loss, and aging are frequent topics, and I guarantee at least one of them will touch a nerve, spark a twinge of memory, and cause either a smile to lift your
- [Don't miss this dance!](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/dont-miss-this-dance/) - Not going to lie--I cried as I read a lot of these poems. But I was smiling through the tears. The author invites you into her heart and, with the beautiful simplicity of her words and photographs, shares a piece of her soul with you. Whether you nibble on it a poem at at time
- [Very enjoyable](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/very-enjoyable/) - Good alternate history.
- [A Page turner](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/a-page-turner/) - I read this book on a recommendation from a family member, and I must say I enjoyed it. It has a bit of everything, wasn't sure exactly whether it was sci-fi or fantasy, I believe it's called urban fantasy, what ever it is a page turner. The writer has been able to draw the reader
- [Something a little different...](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/something-a-little-different/) - Sisterhood delivers something different and unexpected in a way that will keep you wanting to turn the pages. An urban fantasy, with a touch of the paranormal and industrial espionage thrown into the mix, it will have you trying to figure out who the villains really are right up to the end.
- [Intriguing plot and characters](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/intriguing-plot-and-characters/) - Although I normally do not read sci-fi or paranormal, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters were well developed and I found myself lost in the intrigue. Very engaging. I couldn't put the book down. I definitely would recommend this book. Cool cover as well.
- [Reaches the soul...](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/reaches-the-soul/) - First let me begin with I am not a lover of poetry, but having very close ties to the author , meant I had to read it. Imagine my surprise, when during a night of sleeplessness I picked the old Kindle up and started reading this delightful array of prose. Poetry to me is a
- [Great Book](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/great-book/) - When I first read this book I was unfamiliar with the Young Adult (Y.A.) genre. This one was a good introduction into that arena of fiction. This is a science fiction novel that dealt with family issues, teen angst, and genetic enhancements. If you like the Hunger Games or Spy Kids then you would enjoy
- [Five Stars](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/five-stars/) - What a great story! Excellent teen empowerment! Looking forward to the rest of this series!
- [Authentically Christian while being culturally respectful](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/authentically-christian-while-being-culturally-respectful/) - Destiny at Dolphin Bay is a fantastic story following lead character Melissa as she spends time with her missionary sister's family in Chile due to some trouble at her Christian high school in the US. The author, Diana, does a wonderful job at integrating the culture of the country in which the lead character is
- [General Meade has a lot to tell readers](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/general-meade-has-a-lot-to-tell-readers/) - Kirkus: A historical novel focuses on the Battle of Gettysburg from the perspective of the North. Pierce begins this detailed work on June 27, 1863. It is the middle of the Civil War, and President Abraham Lincoln and his team in the White House want a change. The Rebels have invaded Pennsylvania. A wrong decision
- [Feel What's inside another's mind and heart](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/feel-whats-inside-anothers-mind-and-heart/) - Elise Skidmore gives us a glimpse of her inner most feelings and she does it well. Each of us can find a bit of our own soul inside her elegant words. Definitely worth the read!
- [Read, Enjoy, Laugh, Empathize](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/read-enjoy-laugh-empathize/) - Poetry is often badly done; that is not true for this book. Whether describing a dream, a wish or a visit to England, Elise Skidmore is a poet. She uses words with brilliance and wit, with wonderful memories or sad ones. I love 'God's camera' sending light during a thunderstorm and I sorrow for a
- [Excellent, Just Excellent!](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/excellent-just-excellent/) - Okay, I read the second book first, I'll admit it. But, after all, it's poetry, and that's the beauty of it. It can stand alone, or be compiled into a collection. Whether you decide to read Poems from the Edge of Spring in one sitting, or savor each poem individually, you can't help but become
- [Should be retitled "When Hearts Warm"](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/should-be-retitled-when-hearts-warm/) - Poet Elise Skidmore sees the mundane and the special, the everyday images we take for granted and the darker, sadder realities of our lives, and gives them the importance they deserve in her eloquent, descriptive free verse style. Each word is chosen carefully, as much for its own sound and meaning as for the image
- [More than I ever imagined](https://heartallybooks.com/testimonial/more-than-i-ever-imagined/) - Elise Skidmore writes of her father, of loss, of love, of the seasons. She writes of sadness and New York and lost innocence. And then she writes about the Amazin' Mets of 1969. Really? The Mets? Elise, you won. You touched my heart. "Today" brought a tear to my eye. "Ever Your Child" spoke of

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