Had to share a unique success story with all my readers tonight, because definitely made me a bit more optimistic and happy to hear about about this creative person’s success self-publishing.
Why you might ask?
See, I joined and happily completed NaNoWriMo last year and still have yet to finish editing my very own novel. I know that if and when I do, it would be self-published and just nice to know that success can indeed come to others who are choosing this route.
So, when I learned about Blurb author Kal Barteski’s success, I was ecstatic to hear all about this maker extraordinaire whose creativity knows no bounds. She’s a working designer, painter, storyteller, book creator, TEDx speaker, and calligrapher who can now add “video star” to her resumé with the first of our Canadian book-maker profiles.
Watch the first installment in our Canadian Author video series with a wild look at Kal’s creativity. We think you’ll be inspired to make your own book with Blurb. See the video.
Giveaways This Week~
1. RAVPower~
Thanks to RAVPower, one of my luck readers has a chance to win their very own RAVPower External Battery Pack Portable Charger.
2. Amandas Books And More 2nd Blogiversary~
The Prizes are:
- 1 Beautiful set of jewelry by Alli Flair
- 1 Month Free Ad Space on Janine’s blog
- 1 Month Free Ad Space on Tamara’s blog
Contest runs: 11 February to 25 February (2014) Open: Worldwide/Internationally How to enter: Please enter using the Rafflecopter widget below Terms and Conditions: This competition is open worldwide. 3 winners will be randomly drawn through the Rafflecopter widget and will be contacted by email within 48 hours after the giveaway ends. Each winner will receive 1 of the 3 prizes. The first winner will be sent the beautiful set of jewelry by Alli Flair via standard post or airmail. Your host cannot be held responsible for what happens once the package is mailed. The second and third winners will each receive free ad space on one of the two blogs mentioned. The winners will have 72 hours to respond. If any of the winners do not respond within 72 hours, a new draw will take place for a new winner. Odds of winning will vary depending on the number of eligible entries received. If you have any additional questions – feel free to send an email to morleychristina(at)gmail(dot)com
Don’t forget to check out my web design company for specials running at J9 Designs for all your web design needs, plus we offer Paypal’s Bill Me Later, too! Also read our latest article on my very own BlogLovin Tips for Plucky’s Blogging Tips & Tricks Series Part 2 with not only these blog tips coming your way but an awesome giveaway that is running now, too here.


Please Visit my Sponsor of The Month:
One Click Is All It Takes!!
realhousewife says
It is exciting to hear about success stories for me too! Great share Janine!
You've got everything looking really sharp and such great giveaways! Nice digs!
Hope you are having a wonderful and warm evening with your family tonight!!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks so much Kelly and I know this was such a wonderful thing that I read that I was so happy to be able to share here 🙂
katbiggie says
Always looking for more resources in the self publishing world, so thanks for sharing! 🙂
Janine Huldie says
Happy to and same here, Alexa 🙂
christinemhutchinson says
I love the four port rapid charging station. I feel like we always have so many things charging at once. What a fabulous giveaway! Thanks Janine!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Christine and got my fingers crossed for you on this one now!! 🙂
massholemommy says
Success stories are always inspiring. Thanks for sharing!
My recent post I Hate the Wizard of Oz (A Re-post of Sorts) #TBT
Janine Huldie says
You are so right and was so happy to share this success story!! 🙂
tamaralikecamera says
I'm very intrigued by Blurb. Maybe it's my ticket to getting myself out there. Someday. Or this year!? Who knows??
My recent post Time To Get Juicy With Valentine’s Old School Blogging!
Janine Huldie says
I know same here and that is why I thought this was such a great share, because definitely piqued my interest, too!! 🙂
cgacad says
so proud of you for completing nanowrimo! great job!
My recent post Money Monday: Flying High on Financial Security
Janine Huldie says
Aww, thank you Catherine and still haven't had a second to edit though. One of these days! 🙂