Maxine Thompson's Literary Services
Have you ever said that you’d like to write a book, but at the same time, you are hiding your unpublished works in a closet? Or, better yet, you have 3 books still sitting in your computer. Do you know where to start? Do you know all the nuts and bolts that publishing your book involves? Well, to get your book from manuscript to finished product, you have to go through a process. This process is like a journey. A safari, so to speak. In essence, you are on a safari from bondage in literary darkness to the freedom found in the light of publication. In self-publishing, you own the book and you are the publisher. You retain all rights to the fruits of your creativity. For unpublished writers, Maxine Thompson’s Literary Services can provide you with guidance on this journey. We offer the following services:
* Obtaining copyright, ISBN (International Standard Book Number) bar code
For self-published writers, Maxine Thompson's Literary Services can provide:
* Obtaining the services of a professional graphic artist. An attractive, well-designed cover is essential to successfully market a book.
We will work with:
*Offers Writing Classes
* Maxine E. Thompson is an award-winning writer. She has also done a stint in a fast growing publishing house, Milligan Books. From 1982 to 1986, she won many poetry awards. In 1989, Ms. Thompson won $1,000 in Ebony's first Writing Contest for her short story, "Valley of the Shadow." In 1995, she received a PEN Award and an IBWA award for her short story, "The Rainbow." She has self-published 2 novels, The Ebony Tree and No Pockets in a Shroud and is at work on her 2 short story collections. She has started On The Same Page, a column for new, and self-published writers. She also writes a monthly column on self-publishing found at www.careermag.com. She had a published short story, "Dance of The DNA," found at www.moondance.org in the Summer '99 issue. She has an article on http://www.lawomanmagazine.com called, "Burn Out or Divine Discontent?" She also writes a monthly column on www.bwip.org and a column on http://www.theblackmarket.com/Onthesamepage. Her book reviews are featured on http://www.netnoir.com. Maxine Thompson has numerous articles being used from www.ideamarketers.com on other ezines. All of these serve to bring publicity to the writers on On The Same Page. As a writer, herself, Maxine Thompson has had many poems, short stories, and articles published in off-line anthologies and magazines. She authored an article called "Writer's Watershed," which was published in the national magazine, The Writer, in November, 1997. She is the Treasurer of The Saturday Morning Literary Workshop, which is a group of highly-talented writers. She is at home with poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. Although she received her Bachelor's Degree in English in 1973, her biggest writing experience comes from being former Child Protective Services Worker for 23 years in the inner cities of Detroit and Los Angeles. Contact Maxine E. Thompson at maxtho@aol.com for further information. Testimonials: As a self-published author, cooperative advertising is the ONLY way to survive. Exposure on as many web sites as possible helps get the word out. Maxine Thompson's platform is informative and resourceful! Thank you!!!
In the Spirit, Please be sure to check out Dr. Lee Meadows, Radio Host of Book Beat WPON from Detroit, and Author of Silent Conspiracy: "Maxine Thompson's review of my novel, Silent Conspiracy, covers areas most readers don't think about. I was very satisfied with her review of my book." Omar Tyree, (of Flyy Girl, Single Mom fame), author of new release, Sweet St. Louis: "Your review of "Sweet St. Louis" makes me say . . . "WOW!" and thanks for your intelligent insight instead of just telling me that I know how to move a story, because I've been there and done that already." Dominique Grovesnor, author of bestselling novel, Sometimes I Cry (formatted by my company, Black Butterfly Press): "Thanks for being there at the birth of my baby." Anfra, Author/Poet/Speaker,YAMS FOUNDER: "Maxine, thanks for your wonderful insight for the backcover of You Are My Sister. You summarized the heart and soul of the book in a few short paragraphs that will draw readers into it. God bless and remember You Are My Sister."Bernadene High Coleman, Author of MAMA ROSE: "Maxine Thompson's interviews and book reviews are a great service to writers and provides us with extra special insights and ideas. I am grateful for your media articles and for the astute handling of my back cover." Kimile Aczon, author of "BJ" A Supernatural Suspense Novel: "When my interview was featured at On The Same Page, my book sales increased dramatically. Maxine asks insightful questions that really give you an idea of who the writer is behind the book." Pat G'Orge-Walker, author of Sister Betty! God's Calling You! and Sister Connie Fuse Makes a Grave Mistake! You've maxed out your credit cards, borrowed from Peter to pay Paul and now your dream story is nestlee between the covers of a paperback. The stacks of boxes housing a thousand perfect-bound copies of what you know to be a "best seller" is pushed into the corner of your living room. Dust has covered the labesl on the boxes, as well as your hopes of becoming a famous author--or at least one people will recognize. You need a review. You can have a book written with the page-turning talent of Maya Angelou or the soul-searching journey of E. Lynn Harris, but how do you share this wonder with the world? The accolades embedded in a raving review from a respected book reviewer, editor, columnist, or another author is priceless. The publishing voyage, I am now enjoying, has been made smoother by the ongoing support from various reviewers and readers. One in particular has made a major impact on my sales and much-needed exposure. Maxine Thompson, herself an author, read the first of my gospel comedy stories--Sister Betty! God's Calling You! The fact that my collection of short stories was the first of its kind and sparked a new genre of fiction--Gospel Comedy, captured her attention. Although these books have been published for two years and are successful within certain demographics, her reviews have almost single-handedly catapulted them to another level. A level of both religious and secular acceptance. I have much respect and admiration for people such as Maxine Thompson. She gave as much of herself, not just for my writing efforts, but for many of those whom she felt had much to contribute to the literary world. In doing so, it became a 'win-win' situation. Her awesome writing ability, already recognized by many, became a beacon for book editors, publishers, and other writers who know the real value of--the review." As of 2-4-00, Sister Betty is now a top Christian Book Seller on Amazon.com. Check it out! Pamela Guinn, author of Tangled Web, Founder of Imagine Production. "Maxine Thompson's' Editorial and Critiquing Services are excellent! I've read the other comments on Maxine Thompson's editorial and critiquing services, and I agree with the other authors; becoming a published author is like giving birth to a baby, and Maxine is the midwife. Her expertise in English and her natural knack for discovery made my rewrites so much easier. She knows just the right way to help the writers' story to flow. Her critique helped me to look at my novel from the reader's point of view which can sometimes be tricky. Everything she touches turns to gold so I'm going to sit back and wait on my harvest. I look forward to working with Maxine on my next novel."
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