If your book is your hook...then Kimberlie Dykemans “PURE SOAPBOX and growing SOAPBOX® motivational brand nailed it in spades!  Host Jennifer Wilkov, of the cutting-edge radio show titled “Your Book is Your Hook” on WomensRadio Network, sought out Dykeman for her savvy brand-building business acumen and ability to relate her publishing journey to fellow writers.   Wilkov, a recognized speaker, book consultant, and best-selling author, leads an enthusiastic interview of Dykeman’s entertainment and publishing endeavors.  The conversation focuses on the journey from book to established brand, Dykeman’s affiliation with charities, leveraging of her entertainment persona, and new pursuits in the publishing industry.

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Some of Ms. Wilkov’s most prominent guests include Dominique Raccah (Publisher of Sourcebooks & Co-Chair of the Book Industry Study Group), Larry Goldbetter (President of the National Writers Union), Victoria Moran (Oprah-featured Author of ten books including an international bestseller), Suzy Welch (3-time NY Times Bestselling Author & Keynote Speaker at the WBENC 2010 Annual Conference), Deborah Brody (Executive Editor of Harlequin’s Nonfiction Program), Katharine Sands (Literary Agent with Sarah Jane Freymann Agency & Author), and Peter Rubie (CEO & Literary Agent of Fine Print Literary Management & Author.

Kimberlie’s show date airs Tuesday, August 24, 2010, 9 a.m. EST.

Kimberlie’s Guest Post on Tuesday, August 24, 2010“ONLINE VIDEO MARKETING INITIATIVE: Beginning with the Author Slate”

About: “Your Book is Your Hook Radio Show airs weekly on Tuesdays at 9:00am on the WomensRadio Network at WomensRadio.com and is syndicated on Live365.com. The “Your Book Is Your Hook!” show was created to provide the opportunity to go behind the books and discover the process from thought to sales of how other authors have succeeded in getting published and how they use their book as their hook with someone who is successful in this field and experiencing the same journey herself.  Listeners also find out about industry professionals and resources to help them as a writer and author with their book projects so they can write, market, publish and make money with their books.

Jennifer Wilkov is a best-selling, award-winning author, an award-winning freelance writer, a speaker and trainer, the creator of the trademarked “From Thought to Sales In 90 Days” book process and a book business consultant for other authors and writers.

Women’s Online Media and Education Network (W.O.M.E.N.) publishes WomensRadio.com, WomensCalendar.org, the WR Channel; WRMusicReview.com, and AudioAcrobat.com.

 

Women with Spunk, Sass, and Soul Unite!  Cowgirl of the Month, and on-camera personality and author of PURE SOAPBOX, Kimberlie Dykeman, to host and MC launch party for Texana Lane, the baby of founder Lane Ray.

It’s more than bling, boots, and western wear.  Texana Lane, a virtual cowgirl community for women with spunk, sass, and soul, provides women-helping-women opportunities… and a little shopping, too… all of which are right up Kimberlie Dykeman’s alley!   Texana Lane provides resources for women, both online and within the community, for practical parenting, financial fitness, and career coaching.  Founder Lane Ray launches her new business on September 12, 2010, at Mesa Ranch, 8108 Mesa Dr., Austin, TX  78759, 12PM -5PM.  Guests will enjoy family-friendly activities, great food from Mesa Ranch and others, up to 24 vending booths, Kool Kookies, frozen lemonade, facepainter, child ID kits, and awards will be dedicated to special women for their cowgirl spirit and wisdom.   Be entertained with live music from Janet Lynn and other well-known musicians.  Got red boots?  Wear ‘em for discount shopping for Texana Lane’s western wear apparel, accessories, and décor.  You can also shop Texana Lane at the Antiques Mall, 8822 McCann Dr., Austin, TX.

 Silent auction donated by local businesses and SEND ME ANGELS, an art auction that gives back to the community while supporting local artists.  It’s all about Texas.  A portion of all sponsorships and proceeds of the event will be donated to BODY POSITIVE DANCE, which promotes healthy habits, self-esteem, and friendship through dance. 

Contact Trish Lee, trish.lee@timesalvation.com for more information. Currently sponsored by Time Salvation, Country Line Magazine, Trish Beach Marketing, Mesa Ranch Steakhouse, Apiscina Pools, Lens Crafters, Send Me Angels, Spin Data, Fantasy Design Facepainting, Onsite Signs, Joious Occasions, DS Photography, Your Community Guide, Success Motivation, Fantasy Design Face Painting, On-Site Signs, Harris Insurance Agency, Shaklee, and Kimberlie Dykeman Enterprises.

Texana Lane on FB:  http://www.facebook.com/texanalane

MORE INFO ON HOST KIMBERLIE DYKEMAN:
http://www.kimberliedykeman.com     and    http://www.puresoapbox.com