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3 Reasons Why I Bought Google Stock Yesterday

3 Reasons Why I Bought Google Stock Yesterday

Jul 12, 2011

The past month has seen a lot of activity from internet search giant Google. After years of stagnant share values, I believe investors are willing to give the long-suffering technology company another shot. I am too. In June 2008, when I turned 18 and opened a trading account, I made the following three trades: I bought some shares of Apple, which was then...

Amazon Gives Middle Finger To IL Gov’t: Cancels Affiliate Programs

Amazon Gives Middle Finger To IL Gov’t: Cancels Affiliate Programs

Mar 11, 2011

This is, to say the least, an incredibly short-sighted move by the Governor- Illinois is now an affiliate marketing pariah. This tax makes zero sense to implement on a state by state basis; Illinois’ entrepreneurs are being punished for living here. Straight From My Inbox: Hello, For well over a decade, the Amazon Associates Program has worked with...

Adventures in Epublishing: Into the Shadows Available Today!

Adventures in Epublishing: Into the Shadows Available Today!

Nov 1, 2010

I’m excited to announce that my first ebook, Into the Shadows, is available today!  I’ve been lucky enough to have my online friends and followers help me get the word out.  The goal is to sell as many copies as possible today in order to push the book up the Amazon rankings.  I’d love if you’d join in on the fun! Purchase your copy...

Adventures in Epublishing: The Numbers

Adventures in Epublishing: The Numbers

Oct 26, 2010

My first ebook, Into the Shadows, will hit ebookstores on November 1st. Even though writing is an art, it’s also a business.  Some people are very interested in numbers. I know I am. I’m always curious to see what people have done to help measure what I’m doing. Obviously, everyone’s situation is a little different. Some people have...

#ebooklitchat on Twitter! Monday 8-9 PM CST

#ebooklitchat on Twitter! Monday 8-9 PM CST

Oct 4, 2010

Join me this Monday evening for another #ebooklitchat on Twitter.  We meet from 8-9 PM CST.  Just be sure to tag your tweets with #ebooklitchat and search for us!  Those interested in publishing ebooks as well as ebook readers have been stopping by to share their expertise and pick up some tips on the way!  Be sure to join me! Karly Kirkpatrick is a YA...