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20 April 2010
19 April 2010
Cooking Up Your Publishing Reality
A pinch of skill, a dash of flair, could this be a recipe for publishing success? There are a lot of ingredients that make a published book a success. It is more than a pinch of one or a dash of another. Everything starts with a goal, then a vision, then your choice of book publishing companies. One is no longer limited to big publishing companies, reliant on a literary agent. Now, there are a host of self-publishing companies ready to take your manuscript and turn it onto a published book.
Chef Dez - Western Canada's own Food Columnist, Culinary Instructor and Cooking Show Performer did just that. He took his manuscript and worked with Trafford to come up with Chef Dez on Cooking, Volume 1. This self-published book is an informative collection of the popular food column Chef Dez on Cooking, currently published across Western Canada, along with over 100 of his most popular and favorite recipes. From appetizers to salad dressings, sauces, side dishes, main courses, desserts, beverages, and low fat meals, Chef Dez on Cooking, Volume 1 has something for everyone. It also includes an array of cultural dishes of Greek and Italian origin, plus his personal favorite recipe for Indian butter chicken. With culinary questions and answers accompanying each of the food columns, this cookbook becomes a valuable kitchen reference with a refreshing perspective on the wonderful world of cuisine.
Take a culinary journey with Chef Dez and be inspired with his partnership with Trafford.
About the Author
Following in his father's footsteps, Gordon Desormeaux's nickname became "Dez", and then "Chef Dez" entering into his culinary career. Most notably known for his bi-weekly food column Chef Dez on Cooking, Dez captures the reading audience of numerous communities across Western Canada. His cooking shows and culinary classes are extremely informative, entertaining and light-hearted, and they also reveal his passion for people, life and food. Born and raised in the lower mainland of British Columbia, his recipes reflect the transformation of everyday ingredients into mouth-watering dishes that anyone would be proud to serve.
About Trafford Publishing
Founded in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada in 1995, Trafford has lead the independent publishing revolution. Now based in Bloomington, Indiana, Trafford publishes more than two percent of all new titles released in North America. Trafford has created publishing packages to align with the author’s goals and help them make their dreams a reality. Available in Black and White, Full Color and Children’s Publishing, Trafford provides options that can be tailor-fit to the author’s needs.
Chef Dez - Western Canada's own Food Columnist, Culinary Instructor and Cooking Show Performer did just that. He took his manuscript and worked with Trafford to come up with Chef Dez on Cooking, Volume 1. This self-published book is an informative collection of the popular food column Chef Dez on Cooking, currently published across Western Canada, along with over 100 of his most popular and favorite recipes. From appetizers to salad dressings, sauces, side dishes, main courses, desserts, beverages, and low fat meals, Chef Dez on Cooking, Volume 1 has something for everyone. It also includes an array of cultural dishes of Greek and Italian origin, plus his personal favorite recipe for Indian butter chicken. With culinary questions and answers accompanying each of the food columns, this cookbook becomes a valuable kitchen reference with a refreshing perspective on the wonderful world of cuisine.Take a culinary journey with Chef Dez and be inspired with his partnership with Trafford.
About the Author
Following in his father's footsteps, Gordon Desormeaux's nickname became "Dez", and then "Chef Dez" entering into his culinary career. Most notably known for his bi-weekly food column Chef Dez on Cooking, Dez captures the reading audience of numerous communities across Western Canada. His cooking shows and culinary classes are extremely informative, entertaining and light-hearted, and they also reveal his passion for people, life and food. Born and raised in the lower mainland of British Columbia, his recipes reflect the transformation of everyday ingredients into mouth-watering dishes that anyone would be proud to serve.
About Trafford Publishing
Founded in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada in 1995, Trafford has lead the independent publishing revolution. Now based in Bloomington, Indiana, Trafford publishes more than two percent of all new titles released in North America. Trafford has created publishing packages to align with the author’s goals and help them make their dreams a reality. Available in Black and White, Full Color and Children’s Publishing, Trafford provides options that can be tailor-fit to the author’s needs.
06 April 2010
Publishing The Golden Ticket
Self-published book, The Golden Ticket, is the Canadian answer to budgeting and financial freedom. A story that begins with the proverbial “Jones Family” who everyone tries to keep up with, the book also deals with consumerism in today’s world. Chapters on insurance, investments (different types and uses), financial planners, taxes, alternative investments (real estate, stocks, commodities etc), budgeting, understanding loans, and putting it all together for real financial success. A definite working tool for every Canadian at whatever stage in life they may be. No other book answers and deals with concerns specific to Canadians. The author exposed many eye-opening truths and thought provoking opportunities. The author’s goal on publishing a book about financial freedom is to change lives. About the author
Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Aaron has brought success and financial freedom to many individuals, families, and businesses. As an entrepreneur, Aaron had several businesses that garnished him success within his community. He decided to make a change in 1996 joining London Life. Aaron’s business has grown quickly since its inception, forming a corporation in 2004. Aaron prides himself on his unique approach to help people at all stages of life, reach financial success that is personalized to them. Aaron uses all of the strategies and suggestions in this book as part of his planning process with clients.
Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Aaron has brought success and financial freedom to many individuals, families, and businesses. As an entrepreneur, Aaron had several businesses that garnished him success within his community. He decided to make a change in 1996 joining London Life. Aaron’s business has grown quickly since its inception, forming a corporation in 2004. Aaron prides himself on his unique approach to help people at all stages of life, reach financial success that is personalized to them. Aaron uses all of the strategies and suggestions in this book as part of his planning process with clients.
About Trafford Publishing
Founded in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada in 1995, Trafford has lead the independent publishing revolution. Now based in Bloomington, Indiana, Trafford publishes more than two percent of all new titles released in North America. Trafford has created publishing packages to align with the author’s goals and help them make their dreams a reality. Available in Black and White, Full Color and Children’s Publishing, Trafford provides options that can be tailor-fit to the author’s needs.
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31 March 2010
Self-Published Book Explains How Easy It Is To Go Green
Self-published author, Andra Rozentals tackle the issues of going green via her book “It’s Easy Being Green.” A story about siblings Larisa and Alex and the quest they take with Bushie Brococoli and his vegetable gang.Bushie Broccoli, Mushie Mushroom, Pepi Pepper and Crunchie Carrot set out to teach Larisa and Alex what it means to be green. They explore how recycling, conserving electricity and car-pooling can help to protect the environment. To the delight of their backyard vegetable gang, this brother and sister duo take some simple steps to help reduce global warming.
Written and published for children ages 5 to 10, this book aims to make children aware of the little things they do for planet earth.
About the Author
Andra Rozentals was inspired to write "It's Easy Being Green" due to the impact global warming is having on our planet. She created the vegetable characters Bushie Broccoli, Mushie Mushroom, Pepi Pepper and Crunchie Carrot a few years ago. They sat on the page waiting for a story to tell. After viewing the documentary, "An Inconvenient Truth" the vegetable gang awoke from their slumber to show children the simple steps they can take to make a positive impact on their environment.
Andra lives in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago with her husband Emmy-award winning TV Sports Producer, Erik Rozentals. Andra and Erik are proud first time parents to Nikolas Brett Rozentals who arrived into their lives in the fall of 2007.
About Trafford Publishing
Founded in 1995 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, Trafford has lead the independent book publishing revolution. Now based in Bloomington, Indiana, Trafford publishes more than two percent of all new titles released in North America. Trafford has created publishing packages to align with the author’s goals and help them make their dreams a reality. Available in Black and White, Full Color and Children’s Publishing, Trafford provides options that can be tailor-fit to the author’s needs.
**********************************************************************************Founded in 1995 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, Trafford has lead the independent book publishing revolution. Now based in Bloomington, Indiana, Trafford publishes more than two percent of all new titles released in North America. Trafford has created publishing packages to align with the author’s goals and help them make their dreams a reality. Available in Black and White, Full Color and Children’s Publishing, Trafford provides options that can be tailor-fit to the author’s needs.
Do you have a story to tell? Publish a book now. Call 1.888.232.444 and speak to a publishing consultant or click the button for a free guide
25 March 2010
P. K. Winter and the Continuing Adventures on Eagle Lake
Self-published children’s book Back to Eagle Lake takes you on an adventure with 3 siblings out to outwit evil creatures. They face witches, punkchopgoons and water orcs but are helped by Elg, - the Eagle Lake giant – and a few locals who are aware of the evil forces. A sequel to his first self-published book, The Eagle Lake Giant, author P.K. Winter continues his tale on the adventures that happen in Eagle Lake. Filled with excitement and adventures unbeknownst to their parents, the children spend the summer preoccupied with the mystery and power of magical amulets, the fate of young witches, and the battle to outwit evil forces.
About the author
P. K. Winter is a retired IT Director and closet geek who has taken up painting and playing the tenor saxophone. He and his wife live in an old house in Toronto. The Eagle Lake giant - Elg - stories were invented in the 1980s during family drives to their cottage. Back at Eagle Lake is the author's response to a comment from his daughter: "Dad, you can't end a storybook with an unresolved question. You need a second book." Now a grandfather, he dedicates the second Elg book to the next generation of cottage adventurers.
About Trafford Publishing
Since its inception in 1995, Trafford has lead the independent publishing revolution. Now based in Bloomington, Indiana, Trafford publishes more than two percent of all new titles released in North America. Trafford has created publishing packages to align with the author’s goals and help them make their dreams a reality. Available in Black and White, Full Color and Children’s Publishing, Trafford provides options that can be tailor-fit to the author’s needs.
Call 1.888.232.444 and speak to a publishing consultant to or click the link for a free publishing guide http://www.trafford.com/contactus/pubguiderequest.aspx.
About the author
P. K. Winter is a retired IT Director and closet geek who has taken up painting and playing the tenor saxophone. He and his wife live in an old house in Toronto. The Eagle Lake giant - Elg - stories were invented in the 1980s during family drives to their cottage. Back at Eagle Lake is the author's response to a comment from his daughter: "Dad, you can't end a storybook with an unresolved question. You need a second book." Now a grandfather, he dedicates the second Elg book to the next generation of cottage adventurers.
About Trafford Publishing
Since its inception in 1995, Trafford has lead the independent publishing revolution. Now based in Bloomington, Indiana, Trafford publishes more than two percent of all new titles released in North America. Trafford has created publishing packages to align with the author’s goals and help them make their dreams a reality. Available in Black and White, Full Color and Children’s Publishing, Trafford provides options that can be tailor-fit to the author’s needs.
Call 1.888.232.444 and speak to a publishing consultant to or click the link for a free publishing guide http://www.trafford.com/contactus/pubguiderequest.aspx.
17 March 2010
A Book and a Hammock
Sunday afternoons were a highlight of my week when I was younger. My mom would pick out a book to read, take me with her to the hammock and would start reading the book aloud. Those afternoons created a bond for my mom and me. Reading with her always left me with a warm feeling inside. When my mom was battling cancer, we both sought solace in continuing the habit. This time, I was the one reading aloud to her.I lost mom 20 years ago but I still miss her. I still seek out the hammock when I am overwhelmed with sorrow. The hammock has brought me so much comfort the past 20 years and it still does.
Join me as I go through the books my mom and I have read. I hope you enjoy them as I have.
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