Patrick Schwerdtfeger announced today that Alicia Dunams will be one of the eight speakers participating in the much-anticipated Keynote Mastery LIVE event that will take place on June 13, 2012, beginning at 6:30 PM at the Oakland Scottish Rite near Lake Merritt.

Over 400 attendees are expected to attend, mostly self-employed professionals and small business owners.

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Written on May 2, 2012 by Michele Ruiz in Blog, Bootstrapping, Branding, How To, Marketing, Strategy

It’s a gorgeous day in Napa Valley, California and I’ve joined some amazing women entrepreneurs who are authors or are publishing books. And I’ve learned that with self-publishing tools on the market and turn-key solutions, it’s easy to build your brand, enhance your position as an expert and increase your business by writing a book.

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Ricki Lake discusses why more women should write books with “Friends of Ricki” founding member @AliciaDunams, founder of Bestseller in a Weekend!

Ricki Lake returns to TV this September will her all-new daytime talk show, The Ricki Lake Show. Join Ricki on her journey back to daytime by visiting Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TheRickiLakeShow or following @RickiLakeShow on Twitter here: http://twitter.com/rickilakeshow.

Website: http://www.rickilaketvshow.com/

If you would like to join the “Friends of Ricki” community, the first social TV community of its kind, visit the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/friendsofricki and/or follow @FriendsofRicki https://twitter.com/#!/friendsofricki on Twitter.

On a business level, writing a book has given me incredible credibility. As a result, I’ve become known by people I haven’t yet met or done business with. In networking events, I’ve found that people have heard of me or my book, which is a tremendous advantage in connecting with others. I’ve also obtained more speaking engagements, something that makes me feel increasingly empowered, determined, and focused on my business, as my potential client base has more opportunities to grow.

On a more personal level, writing a book has changed me and my goals. Through my book and my business, I’m helping others, which has helped me stay accountable for the actions I take and decisions I make. As an author, I’m now considered a role model and a go-to person, not only in my business, but also for future aspiring authors who seek my advice and guidance. Because of that, the bar on my conscience has raised significantly.

The benefits of becoming an author by writing Girl from the Hood Gone Good are highlighted by:

• Becoming a bestseller on Amazon.com and the East West bookstores.
• Increased exposure and speaking engagements.
• Name recognition
• Obtaining expert status in my industry
• A deeper level of commitment and focus on my business

In short, becoming an author of a bestselling book has infused me with inspiration to take my business to the next level and beyond. As I receive positive feedback, I’m even more motivated to help others transform their lives, whether that is through my book, speeches, courses, or services. To begin the process, visit my website, www.FreetheLightWithin.com, where you can receive a free chapter of my book, Girl from the Hood Gone Good, and receive additional information about my services and the steps you can take to release your emotional pain. It’s one of the most triumphant feelings you’ll ever know, and like writing a book, it will change your life.

About Ana Maria Sanchez

A Spiritual Guidance Counselor and Reiki Master Practitioner, Ana Maria Sanchez used the same techniques she teaches to overcome a past troubled with abuse and addiction. The founder of Free the Light Within, she holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from Cal State Hayward and a Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from San Francisco State University. A licensed Heal Your Life Teacher and Workshop Facilitator, she seeks the truth as she connects with the spirituality that calls her to serve others in their quest for peace and healing.

Ana Maria received her Reiki Mastership from Reiki Master Teacher and Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Geneveive Vulser, M.A. She has studied with internationally renowned healer Master Stephen Co and is certified in Pranic Energy Healing. Her book, Girl from the Hood Gone Good, is an Amazon.com and East West bookstores bestseller. To learn more, please visit her website, www.FreetheLightWithin.com.

1) 138,336 Feet to Pure Bliss: What I Learned about Life, Women (and Running) in My 1st 100 Marathons by Dane Rauschenberg. *Out May 30, 2012*

Dane Rauschenberg is an extreme athlete who made his mark on the running world as the man who ran 52 marathons in 52 consecutive weekends. As an extreme athlete who has also run a 202-mile relay solo and completed a 350-mile run up the coast of Oregon, he doesn’t just know running, he has explored it to the deepest reaches of its mental, physical and emotional boundaries.

In 138,336 Feet to Pure bliss, Dane chronicles his first 100 marathons and details some of the premier races in marathon history, all while sharing knowledge he gained about life nd running. Along the way, he charts the highs and lows, the successes and failures in a voice that blends wisdom, humor, and heart. www.seedanerun.com

To meet Dane Rauschenberg LIVE and purchase a copy of his book, join us at the Bestseller Author Spotlight, May 30, 2012 in San Francisco, CA.

2. 2 Minute Yoga FAST and EASY: Stress and Back Pain Relief for ANYONE at ANYTIME by Nicole DeAvilla. *Out May 30, 2012*

Started by one of my best friends Britt Michaelian, and co-founder Dabney Port, this online community is perfect for women  who want to make friends using social media as the platform.

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During the workshop, spiritual healer Rowena Starling broke through her fears of “How do I write a book?” to successfully create a quality, professional book in two short days (103 pages in 5×8 book layout format).

I was excited with the commitment and progress Rowena made during the April 2012, Bestseller in a Weekend workshop. It was thrilled to watch her push through the challenges all writers face and write a book that provides valuable parenting information with a spiritual twist.

Rowena Starling is mother to a 27yo Son, Spiritual Healer, quadruply licensed Investment Advisor Representative and Founder of Save Your Breath, LLC, a business she created to help parents relieve the stress and aggravation of raising children. She helps parents have a deeper connection to the ease of their loving task. Rowena, who has appeared on the ‘Today’ show, ‘The O’Reilly Factor’, ‘Channel 2 News’ and various radio programs, maintains a private practice as a spiritual healer through parental guidance counseling and a separate practice as an Investment Advisor Representative.  Her book is scheduled for release in the Fall of 2012.

For more information about Save Your

Breath, LLC visit: http://www.save-your-breath.com.

It was so exciting and unbelievable to achieve bestseller status as soon as the book was introduced to the world. It was a dream come true.” - Dr. Beth

“I felt I had accomplished something significant.” – Brandon Wade

“I had worked hard to make my book launch a success and to see inmy book surpass Doreen Virture on the bestseller list, an author who I greatly admire, I was thrilled beyond belief.” - Joy Reichard

“UNBELIEVABLE! I achieved my own “Goddess Greatness” moment!  It was surreal!

Truly, one of the proudest moments of my life!”  - Jennifer Ettinger

“The excitement of watching my book climb to the #1 spot on Amazon for Women in Business was exhilarating. I had so much fun watching it move up the list and surpass books written by people I have admired and respected over the years.” – Heidi Sloss

“Like a dream come true!  I built the marketing plan around the book launch and gathered a great team to help me make that happened.  It was very exciting to see my book next to Suzanne Somer’s book on the best seller list!!” – JJ Flizanes

“Incredibly uplifting. A powerful nod of yes from the universe.  Like the most persistent layer of resistance to being who I am stripped off.  I could laugh from the belly of life.  It felt light, joyful. There was a moment of peace, knowing I had arrived at a peak, I had longed for, and didnt know it.  Music roared and shattered the impossible glass ceilings that had kept me trapped. My words have worth.” – Jennifer Duchene

“It was AAahhhmmaazzing! And to think I initially didn’t even want the title lol boy was I wrong cause being able to tote that label now makes me feel super high and want to achieve even more success!” – Ana Maria Sanchez

“Alicia’s incredible expertise, energy and sense-of-urgency is tough to beat! She just inspires you to make your goals and vision happen. Her Amazon Bestseller Campaign and self-publisher coaching program are best-in-class! She will exceed your expectations! I would recommend her coaching to anyone who is committed to success and wants to learn the ins and outs for the world of publishing, social media, promoting, marketing and Amazon.”

-Leanne Grechulk, Author of 30 Days to Wealth and Founder of HealthyGirl.Net

“If you want to become an Amazon.com bestseller, I can highly recommend Alicia Dunams. She helped me write the second edition of my book as well as become an Amazon.com best-selling author! Thank you, Alicia.”

- David Shade, Author of The Secrets of Female Sexuality

In 2010, I wrote 2 books.  The first book got me my literary agent and was the first “official” publishing deal I have ever had.  I manifested exactly what I wanted before I knew to specify that it had to be a book that I would really LOVE to write.

Knack Absolute Abs: Routines for a Fit and Firm Core was supposed to be published by December of 2010 and got moved to August of 2011 when the bookstores started to collapse.

Searching for the silver lining in the bad news, I realized that this delay was a blessing in disguise.   While fitness is what I do mostly, it is how I deliver fitness that makes what I do unique.  Absolute Abs, a beautifully put together manual for any beginner exerciser looking to learn how to put a basic program together, was not the writing experience I had hoped it would be.  Feeling more like creating a dictionary with terms and definitions, I was yearning to put passion and depth into what I was about to present to the world about who I am , what I do, and how I may be able to help transform the lives of others.

Then Fit 2 Love was born!  Somewhere around September of 2010, I had come up with the new brand that had me so excited I could barely contain myself.  Within 3 months, Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life was written, published and hit multiple best seller and hot new release lists on Amazon the day we launched.  What I learned that I think is important to share:

• Write what you love-anything else feels like work: While I am proud of the Knack Absolute Abs book for all the information it provides, it felt like work every time I sat down at the computer to write.  The brand has a built in structure that I needed to follow and that left me feeling a little “controlled” so my creativity couldn’t flourish.  Fit 2 Love went on to become an Amazon best seller because I put my energy and resources behind that which I loved.

• Think of a book like a child: once it’s born, you now have to care for it and help it grow: I knew this before I got started because I have watched friends and other entrepreneurs write books and expect a lot more to happen once it’s out in the market place.  I even had a client who was an author of 3 books with a major publishing company so I got to see what happened and what didn’t happen.  There is as much work after you write it as when you write it, depending on what you want to do with it.

• A book is the best business card you have: If you have a book, and better yet a best- selling book, people pay attention.  It sets you apart from others in your field and it’s an easy, inexpensive way for you to find the clients and opportunities that best suit your vision of how you want to grow your business and career.  I am speaking this week at an event for 500 people and my breakout session was the first to sell out. To keep up with the exciting growth and development of Fit 2 Love and JJ Flizanes, visit www.fit2love.info and follow me on Twitter and Facebook.

JJ Flizanes, Director of Invisible Fitness, was named best personal trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine and was also one of the six featured trainers in Shape Magazine in 2003.  She is the Author of the Amazon.com Best Seller Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and Knack Absolute Abs: Routines for a Fit and Firm Core. She has appeared on NBC, KTLA, CBS and Fox 11 as well as numerous local and national magazines. JJ’s mission is to help women feel gorgeous and confident without starving or killing themselves in the gym.