Welcome to a Woman with a Minute...
Welcome to a Woman with a Minute...
Have you ever been told you your idea was lousy and it wouldn’t succeed?
A Woman with a Minute... is the best selling gift book for women that blends a charming story with trendy fashion illustrations.
You will laugh out loud as it accurately captures the reality of our multi-dimensional lives for women today.
If you have read If You Give a Mouse a Cookie then you understand the premise of this adult, non-fiction book.
That is where the story behind the story begins. I had written this book and sent off samples to various publishers only to receive back a letter that said (and I quote, “This book will never sell, anywhere, anyplace at anytime. Of course the letter was written by a man.
That letter took the wind out of my sails. I wasn’t sure what to do. I had received a great response from every woman who had seen the book. Some were ordering up to 20 advance copies for their teams. The Tattered Cover, one of the most recognized independent book stores in the country was behind it. Yet the EXPERTS said that my book didn’t fit their formula. And, I will admit I had done everything wrong. The wrong colors, too high a quality, a new genre (picture book for women), and to top it off - unique illustrations.
I was sitting at the kitchen table when my youngest son, Joey, asked what was wrong. Explaining the situation he looked perplexed and said (I quote), “Don’t you talk to women about taking risks when they believe in something?” Spoken like a true man. My decision was made and I self published this book. Within a few weeks we made the Colorado Best Seller List and stayed there for 3 months.
It all came down to me believing in myself, taking a risk and going with an innovative, if controversial, approach. The latest, most exciting news is that a producer on Oprah’s show is looking at the book.
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What about all the hummingbirds?
Hummingbirds are hidden throughout the book and represent the true ‘heart’ of this book. To find out how many and to understand their significance, click on this hummingbird.
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Barbara’s Keynotes & Workshops:
Barbara’s other books:
1.The Possibility Curve (due out in 2009)
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