"My debut children's book, #A Silly Rhyming Alphabet Book about Animals from A to Z is now on Amazon - yaaay!"
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Simone Da Costa commented on the blog post 'Writing a children's book? Three things you need to know'
"I am also a children's book writer and Raymond's tips are right on the money."
Simone Da Costa commented on the group 'Bloggers: Let's Make It Work!'
"Hi everyone,
I am fairly new to Shewrites and I love it - such an amazing site. Glad to be apart of this group. Hoping to make some great connections in this group as well as learning from everyone."
Simone Da Costa replied to the discussion 'New Members: Visit Here First!' in the group Bloggers: Let's Make It Work!
"Hello,
My name is Simone Da Costa and I operate a blog called Simone's Blog - Depicting the Writer in You. Our mission: To express the literary art of writing and its evocative quality that gives all writers much joy.
Blog link:…"
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Preparing a previously published work for e-book format
http://simonesblog.net/self-publishing/self-publishing-q-a/item/preparing-a-previously-published-work-for-e-book-format?category_id=7Larry has asked how to go about preparing a previously published work for publishing in ebook format.It’s a great question that involves a variety of tasks that will very likely be unique in each…See More
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Can you refer me to a legit source that can review my manuscript?
http://simonesblog.net/self-publishing/self-publishing-q-a/item/can-you-refer-me-to-a-legit-source-that-can-review-my-manuscript?category_id=7Joining a local writing group will be an excellent place to start as existing members’ opinions are just as valid as any ‘expert’ point of view. But before an author lays himself…See More
Glynis Rankin liked Simone Da Costa's blog post What are the benefits of self-publishing as opposed to using a publishing company?
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What are the benefits of self-publishing as opposed to using a publishing company?
http://http://simonesblog.net/self-publishing/self-publishing-q-a/item/what-are-the-benefits-of-self-publishing-as-opposed-to-using-a-publishing-company-2?category_id=7Compared to traditional publishing, self-publishing is faster and will have a higher royalty rate. It also allows the writer to have…See More
Jennifer Lauck left a comment for Simone Da Costa
"Hi and let me be one of the first to welcome you to Shewrites. This is a terrific site, tons of resources and innovative info. As my own bonus, you have access to my teaching site and free teachings on memoir. Just click here…"
Profile Information
- Who I am:
- Simone Da’ Costa is a writer, author, freelance magazine writer and self-publisher. She believes achieving excellence is the driving force to success.
Simone is an writer and author who enjoys the compelling feeling that writing brings. In the words of Miss Da Costa ‘Writing is seen as a tool with which to free yourself in a limitless world of playful words while at the same time welcome your ideas, thoughts and imagination onto the page. Most off all, the passion to write is, simply put, inspiring, challenging, enjoying and empowering.'
She is the founder of a blog called, Simone's blog - Depicting the Writer in You. The blog's mission is to express the literary art of writing and its evocative quality that gives all writers much joy.
- Connect with me online! My site, blog, or Twitter handle are:
- Official site: www.simonedacosta.com
Blog: www.simonesblog.net
Amazon Author Page:http://www.amazon.com/author/simonedacosta
Goodreads Author Page:http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6449736.Simone_DaCosta
Facebook.www.facebook.com/depictingthewriterinyou
Twitter:www.twitter.com/simonesblognet
- Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:
- I have self-published two books, Remember to Pray: Day Planner and 2013 Hummingbird Day Planner.
Remember to Pray is a planner that is designed to remind us to pray daily, but more especially it helps us establish a connection with God and to maintain that connection on a daily basis. Through daily prayer we acknowledge His importance in our lives and take time out of our numerous other commitments to worship and give thanks to Him.
2013 Hummingbird Day Planner. Beautifully designed 2013 Hummingbird Day Planner helps you plan your day. It encourages and guides you to set objectives for yourselves through-out the year (12 months), hence to achieve your goal. The highlights of the planner are: Weekly Planning, Calendars, Notes, 2013 Holidays and Monthly Goal Plan.
I have have done freelance magazine work for a few magazines. Africulture, Planet Africa, Mudd magazine and The Canadian Journal Newspaper.
- Media outlets that I currently write for:
- The Christian Jones
- My writing is:
- Fiction, Journalism, Blog Posts
- Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:
- www.simonesblog.net
- Services I offer to other writers:
- Self-publishing Q & A /Advice, Writing Tips, free Press Release advertising and author interviews.
- I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:
- Sell It Before You Write It Publishing Network, Books and Writers, Write It Down"-A Website for Writers, Aspiring Writers, Black Author Showcase, THE WRITERS' NETWORK
- My professional associations:
- LinkedIn
Amazon
Networked Blogs:http://www.networkedblogs.com
Chapter and Verse:http://www.chapterandverse.ca/
- I found out about She Writes from:
- From a LinkedIn group member, Jagoda Perich-Anderson.
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How do I go about getting the word out for my book?
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Preparing a previously published work for e-book format
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Larry has asked how to go about preparing a previously published work for publishing in ebook format.
It’s a great question that involves a variety of tasks that will very…
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Joining a local writing group will be an excellent place to start as existing members’ opinions are just as valid as any ‘expert’ point of view.
But…
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- At 5:51am on March 17, 2013,
Jill Starishevsky said…
Welcome to SheWrites. Feel free to reach out if you need anything.
Jill Starishevsky
Prosecutor, Child Abuse/Sex Crimes
Author, My Body Belongs to Me - A Child Sexual Abuse Prevention book
Co-Founder, The Innocence Revolution, April 14, 2013
- At 9:29am on February 26, 2013,
Meg Waite Clayton said… Simone, Just waving hello. If you’re looking for places to connect here, we’d love to have you join us in the Novelists (Struggling or Not) group.
Hope you’re enjoying exploring SheWrites, and best of luck with your writing.
Warmly,
Meg Waite Clayton
Moderator, Novelist Group
Bestselling author of four novels, including The Wednesday Sisters (a writing group novel), and the forthcoming The Wednesday Daughters, (all Random House/Ballantine)
- At 2:54pm on February 19, 2013,
Jennifer Lauck said… Hi and let me be one of the first to welcome you to Shewrites. This is a terrific site, tons of resources and innovative info. As my own bonus, you have access to my teaching site and free teachings on memoir. Just click here and sign up. No spam, I promise. Just great teaching tips. Enjoy! XO Jennifer
- At 11:08am on February 18, 2013,
Caitlyn Levin said… Hello,
Welcome to She Writes! We're excited to have you here.
You can check out the Getting Started section to help you find your way around, or a great way to jump in is to get involved with our Groups and Live Chats.
Feel free to let me know if you have any questions!All the best,
Caitlyn Levin
Community Manager
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