THANK YOU, MUCHOS GRACIAS, DANK SCHON, MERCI BOUCOUP, MOLTE GRAZI, DOMO ARIGATO, SPASIBO! etc.

I have been blogging for a few month now.  It has been fun and exciting.  I can write about things or issues that bother me, or thrill me.  It is great to vent in a manner where you can get it all out on a blog and know from their comments that other people agree with my thoughts.  I’m sure there are people who disagree, but I’ve only had positive feedback so far. Thanks to all of you for the great input.  I really appreciate it.  It helps motivate me to write more.

I want to do something a little different this time and give thanks to a couple of people who’ve helped me become an author and a blogger.

If you want to learn the ropes of blogging, or take your skills to a higher level, Tammy Bleck @wittywomanwriting.com is the person you need to contact.  She guided me through the entire process (all on phone, I may add) from a guy who knew absolutely nothing about blogging to soneone who fully understands how it works, and is having great fun doing it. Tammy also has seminars around the country where you can meet and talk to her in person.  I highly recommend that if you are in a town where Tammy is appearing, sign up and get educated by a true professional.  Or contact Tammy through her website for one-on-one coaching.

Next, I want to thank my brother, Cliff.  He is a brilliant editor, living in Los Angeles.  He worked with me on my book, GO FURE: My Wacky Journey From Outlaw to Leading Citizen.  Without his incredible help and wisdom I never would’ve finished my book and gotten published.  If you are thinking of writing a book or if you are in the process of writing one and you need an expert editor, visit www.cliffcarle.com.  You can read other testimonials besides mine in case you think I am biased because he’s my brother.  He has edited over 400 books and is nationally known for his work.  His knowledge of the English language and the proper (or unusual) usage of words is remakable.

If you have a desire burning inside you to write a book and promote it, but don’t know where or how to get started, I suggest checking out both of their websites.  With anything worthwhile, you have to invest some money to achieve success, but trust me it is well worth the price.  You are investing in yourself.  Please go to my website; rickcarlegofigure.com and you can see for yourself how they helped me.

Now, I need your help.  If you have bought or read my book GO FIGURE: My Wacky Journey From Outlaw to Leading Citizen, go to Amazon.com, then “Go Figure by Rick Carle” and please write a review.  I have learned that many people don’t buy a book unless they read the reviews on Amazon first, or the book has to have at least 30 reviews to be credible.  So again, PLEASE write a review for me. A SHEYNEM DANK!