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Steve Emecz is the MD of MX Publishing, which is the world's leading Sherlock Holmes publishers. He has written himself with several non-fiction books and two crime thrillers under his belt.

Business In Red Shoes – Women In Business review of book for female entrepreneurs

Business in Red Shoes

Business in Red Shoes

The best organisation to review Rebecca’s new book ‘Business In Red Shoes’ which is out to help all existing and prospective female entrepreneurs is ‘Women in Business‘ . This is what one of the biggest female business networks had to say about the book.

“I wish this book had been available when I first set up in business. Unlike similar books Rebecca’s book engaged me. It is practical and a ‘doing’ book rather than talking at me.

I loved the way it guides the reader to think  about what kind of business would best suit their experiences and lifestyle. There are lots of gems in this book based on both Rebecca and her clients’ experiences. Rebecca takes you on a journey so start at the beginning.

I would recommend this book not only to women thinking about going solo but also those who have already set up a business”.

Business in Red Shoes is available from good bookstores across the world including Amazon USA, Amazon UK and in Kindle, iBook, Kobo and other formats.

 

 
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Posted by on March 5, 2011 in Book Reviews

 

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Dentists saving thousands of lives. If you’re a smoker, visit your dentist for early detection of mouth cancer.

A wonderful article from Dentistry highlights today that a very surprising ‘front line’ of defence against mouth cancer is in fact your dentist. Especially if you are a smoker, your dentist is the perfect person to detect mouth cancer early enough for you to be able to survive it. The whole article is here – Smokers Urged To Visit The Dentist.

 
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Posted by on March 1, 2011 in Fighting Cancer

 

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Is now the right time to invest in the Brazilian property market?

The growing Brazilian real estate market is backed up by robust economic conditions and historically unparalleled political stability. Brazil is determined to become a leading economic power in the world within the coming years and it certainly has the resources and willpower to do so.  This week there is a free London seminar on discovering how to invest profitably and securely in Brazil.

Brazil is a land of superlatives and intriguing contrasts: the fifth largest country in the world; the eighth biggest economy; where enormous metropolises, infrastructures and space age industries lie side by side with vast unexplored expanses of jungle terrain, sheltering as yet uncontacted indigenous tribes; not to forget that it is arguably the most successful footballing nation ever to have graced the world stage.

On a par with its outstanding natural beauty, the Brazilian people are extremely welcoming towards visitors, and share a never-ending zest for life that can be hard to match anywhere else.

Its economy is projected to become the world’s fifth largest within the next half century -the housing market is forecast to perform rather well in the coming years.

In effect, Brazil has now become one of the most desirable locations for persons looking to acquire a second home, whether for holiday or retirement purposes, and also for those simply looking to invest in real estate, for the reasons outlined above and in view of the low value of the Brazilian currency and very inexpensive real estate market. Property prices are indeed quite low in comparison to European countries, generally representing excellent value for money.

Real estate investments are widely recognised as one of the safest and surest methods for motivated individuals to achieve financial independence in the long term. Emerging economies such as Brazil can offer very attractive deals for investors where dream apartments can be owned for just a fraction of the price of an equivalent unit in more mature real estate markets. The Brazilian construction industry is just starting to take off in a huge way and new developments are extremely spacious and finished to a very high standard. Elsewhere, similar luxuries may often be found to be prohibitively expensive.

Add to this the lure of a tropical destination, the intoxicating scenery, benign climate, and the reality of owning a small piece of paradise. The temptation to rush into a deal quickly, without having really carried out all the right groundwork, may in the end prove overwhelming. Such an approach may sometimes work out okay under fortunate circumstances. However, the legal issues involved in property transactions in Brazil are often extremely complex to say the least However, the phenomenal amount of time, money and effort that can be saved by hiring the services of a reputable and knowledgeable legal team to negotiate matters favourably on behalf of the client will undoubtedly be an extremely wise investment decision.

Another great resource is the Brazilian Property Guide, endorsed by the World Trade Organisation.

 
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Posted by on February 28, 2011 in Property Investment

 

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NLP For Teens – Specific Neurolinguistic Techniques for Teenagers

The Engaging NLP series of small and easy to use books from Judy Bartkowiak have proved very popular – especially NLP for Parents which covers all the challenges facing parents today. Following on from NLP for Children, and NLP 11+ this particular book NLP for Teens covers the main issues that teenagers wrestle with in the age range 13-19.

In the style of the other books there are basics elements and quick to complete exercises that, more than anything, get the reader thinking. The books covers both verbal and non-verbal communication, handling exam stress, relationships and sex and getting a job.

The book is available from all good bookstores and formats including Amazon USA inc Kindle and, Amazon UK inc Kindle, Book Depository (free worldwide delivery) and iBooks for the iPad.

NLP For Teens

NLP For Teens

 

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Lose Weight In 20 Minutes – Can you lose weight with no dieting, no stopping drinking, just small behaviour changes? It appears so.

As a publisher we have about 100 books and about 60 authors now, and sometimes we publish a book that we use ourselves. That’s the case with the new book from Alex Buckley – Ssh! Lose Weight in 20 Minutes. I couldn’t help but feel that Alex was talking about me in his description of a 40 year old who spends time commuting, in front of a computer, likes my food and wine and doesn’t do enough exercise. Sound familiar? Alex was fat – in fact, he was clinically obese and his GP had told him so. He’d tried every diet going and couldn’t stick to them. He has a wife and three children and hit a revelation that his life was heading to be much shorter than he wanted.

The principle behind his book and method is blindingly simple. Make small, incremental changes in your lifestyle that can become habitual and you will lose weight gradually and it will stay off. He’s living proof having lost more than 3 stones (42lb, 19 kilos) and he hasn’t stopped drinking, eating what he wants or significantly increased his exercise.

Alex isn’t a doctor, psychologist, fitness trainer or guru, he’s just an ordinary (ex) fat man who has discovered something pretty special. All the doctors and trainers that have read his book have given it a hearty thumbs up as it’s really basic common sense. His writing style is funny and very open and honest as he takes us through the hints and tips to replicate what he’s achieved.

And how is it working for me? I’ve found it really easy to adopt some of his tips and well, 2 kilos so far and I’m enjoying every minute of it.

Ssh! Lose Weight in 20 minutes is launched on 14th March in paperback, Amazon Kindle, Kobo, iBooks and all other good formats. First to have it for pre-order are Amazon USA, Amazon UK, and Amazon Japan.

 

Lose Weight in 20 Minutes

Lose Weight in 20 Minutes

 

 

 
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Posted by on February 12, 2011 in Book Launches, Book Reviews

 

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How Books Change Lives – Battling Cancer with NLP

With our focus on new technology and industry trends, sometimes we can lose sight of the power of the written word to change lives. In an uplifting story, a book by a London cancer patient, himself given a 40% probability of survival, is helping thousands of cancer patients come to terms with their illness.

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Has Colour Print On Demand (POD) Come of Age?

I was there when it all started. Colour Print On Demand (POD). In the less than glamorous surroundings of a printing exhibition (IPEX 2002), a groundbreaking machine called the Xerox iGen3 was unveiled – and many others have followed. But in 2011 is colour POD still out of the reach of book publishers?   <<read more>>

 
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Posted by on February 7, 2011 in Book Publishing

 

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Wheels of Anarchy – Max Pemberton Thriller on International Terrorism From 1908 Reprinted

First published in 1908, Wheels of Anarchy – The Story of An Assassin was written by Max Pemberton, a friend of Arthur Conan Doyle, from notes of another friend Bertram Fletcher Robinson. Fans of James Bond should take a look at this fascinating novel which makes Bond seem a little tame. Considering it was written at the turn of the last century, the subject of international terrorism is surprisingly modern. A recent review of the reprint is published in this month’s District Messenger.

“Robinson or Pemberton may have discussed the story with their friend Conan Doyle, but the narrator, Bruce Ingersoll, is no Sherlock Holmes. Like the heroes of those other unputdownable Edwardian thrillers The Riddle of the Sands and The Thirty-Nine Steps, he’s an ordinary, decent, educated man with an adventurous streak. The peril he faces is extraordinary and strikingly modern – international terrorism. It’s a gripping tale, grippingly told” Sherlock Holmes Society of London.

The book is available from Amazon USA, Amazon UK and all good bookstores.

Wheels of Anarchy

Wheels of Anarchy - Max Pemberton

 

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Guatemala In Pictures – Stunning Travel Photographs including Antigua, the Pacaya Volcano, Lake Atitlan and Mayan ruins.

Guatemala in Pictures

Guatemala in Pictures

The second stunning travel photography book from international photographer Keith Hern – Guatemala in Pictures includes photos from his December 2010 visit to this beautiful country in Central America.

Using the latest in colour print-on-demand technology this large format book (280×216) includes over 120 incredible pictures laid out in large high resolution colour. His first book, Zimbabwe in Pictures has received worldwide acclaim including from the Zimbabwean tourist board themselves.

In my experience of working with photo journalists on Zimbabwe, the images you have produced are outstanding and second to none. The photographs of people, animals and scenery bring out the reality and beauty of Zimbabwe. We treasure your work in showcasing Zimbabwe internationally” Zimbabwe Tourist Board

Mayan Ruins in Guatemala

Mayan Ruins in Guatemala

The Guatemala tour includes people, landscape, and wildlife shots as well as a visit to the Mayan ruins in the Tikal National Park. Keith has plans for many more trips as tourist boards and governments see the value of such showcases. The Zimbabwe book is already helping travel agents promote tours of the country.

The book is released on the 28th of February and available for pre-order through Amazon UK and all good bookstores and via Amazon Kindle. To read more about Keith’s travel photography visit Keith’s blog.

Mayan Temples in the Clouds in Guatemala

Mayan Temples in the Clouds in Guatemala

 
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Posted by on January 29, 2011 in Book Launches, Travel Photography

 

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The Past, Present and Future of Book Publishing

A few days ago I was lucky enough to be invited to be a presenter at an ‘Authors Evening’ at the remarkable European School in Karlsruhe in Germany. The educational system abroad can be jarring in comparison to schools in the United States. Education in the States can be accused of having a more lax approach in standard and practice. Take for example the wide range of options available and even accredited college programs online, perhaps an oxymoron. So imagine my surprise when at the school I discover they teach children in five different languages

I’d been invited as two of the speakers are authors with us – Paul Spiring and Hugh Cooke who between them have published nine books with us. They are listed below. Introduced by the head of the school who in previous jobs had been both a printer and run a bookshop, the evening was a fascinating mix. Paul talked about his writings on Arthur Conan Doyle and Sherlock Holmes [there were several senior Sherlockians in the audience] and Hugh described himself as the ‘comic turn’, reading and performing several excerpts from his Panto For Beginners book. The other authors covered a German language novel and academic writings on ancient Italy. The combination of serious subjects with lighter elements throughout [accompanied by cheese and wine] went down very well with the 70+ attendees and has already got glowing reviews from the local press.

For the subject of the Past, Present and Future of Book Publishing I began by outlining how in the last few years the publishing world has changed beyond recognition. I then covered the product itself (books to eBooks), to the retail landscape (online, supermarkets), the publishers themselves and then through to some of the technology and exciting evolution in marketing with the arrival of social media. There are several author case studies featured as well.

The slides are available here through Slideshare.

Book Publishing Past, Present and Future

Book Publishing Past, Present and Future

Books featured on the authors evening from Paul and Hugh:

Bertram Fletcher Robinson (a biography)

Sherlock Holmes, Arthur Conan Doyle and Devon (biography and travel guide)

Pantomime for Beginners

Rugby Football During the Nineteenth Century

Aside Arthur Conan Doyle (twenty stories by Bertram Fletcher Robinson)

On The Trail of Arthur Conan Doyle (Spanish version)

Wheels of Anarchy (reprint of the original from 1900s by Max Pemberton)

Bobbles and Plum (the lost playlets of PG Wodehouse)

The World of Vanity Fair (colour caricatures from Victorian England)

Case Studies:

Bangers and Mash (battling throat cancer using NLP by Keith Hern)

Watson’s Afghan Adventure (Sherlock Holmes pastiche fiction by Kieran McMullen)

 
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Posted by on January 22, 2011 in Book Publishing

 

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