Lauren Simone Blogs
Exploring the Divide: Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing
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Choosing between self-publishing and traditional publishing requires careful consideration of your goals, resources, and priorities as an author. While traditional publishing offers prestige and wider distribution, self-publishing provides creative freedom and potentially higher royalties. Ultimately, the decision should align with your vision for your book and your willingness to take on various responsibilities along the publishing journey. Remember that both paths have their merits, and success can be achieved through dedication, hard work, and a deep understanding of the publishing landscape.
Ten Tips for Publishing a Book and Becoming an Author
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Publishing a children's book takes time, but with dedication and a well-crafted story, you can share your creativity and messages with young readers. Lauren Simone Publishing House offers services and tools to help you create your children's book.
Building Your Support System: The Essential Types of People to Surround Yourself With
The journey of life, having a strong and diverse support system can make all the difference. The people you choose to surround yourself with play a significant role in your personal growth, well-being, and overall success. In our last blog we discussed, five types of people to avoid for a happier life. In this blog, we explore five essential types of friends who can enrich your life in unique ways. 1. The Realist Friend: A realist friend is the one who keeps you grounded and provides a balanced perspective. They offer honest feedback, even if it's not what you want to hear,...
Five People to Avoid for a Happier and Healthier Life
In life, we come across various personalities, each leaving a unique impact on our well-being. While many individuals enrich our lives with their kindness and positivity, there are those whose presence can be detrimental to our emotional and mental health. In this blog, we will explore five types of people to avoid in order to foster a happier, healthier, successful, and more fulfilling life. The Constant Negativist: Encountering a person who constantly emits negativity can be draining. These individuals seem to have an uncanny ability to find fault in and complain about everything, leaving you feeling emotionally exhausted after every...
Disability doesn't define us
We have traveled to many countries. We wanted to stay in Slovakia. They thought we were crazy when we told them we didn't want to return to the USA. We felt at home. Friends became family. I'm not sure where I will travel to next, where were it is, it's the friends that becomes family that we will hold close. I'm on a mission to show the world our disability doesn't define us. Representation and inclusion matter; the color of our skin, the texture of our hair, being in a wheelchair, and having sensory issues doesn't define us. Our hearts do!