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Dr. Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd® delivers practical publishing advice and guidance with her books on publishing, the weekly AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast, blogs, newsletters and online workshops. TheBookShepherd.com
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Appetizer tray for my foodie group last night—and yes, it was a hit! If you’re still undecided on Christmas recipes, be sure to check out Cooking with Judith for festive inspiration everyone will love.

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December 16, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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How to find the book award contests that are a fit for your book’s genre and theme. Podcast via @MyBookShepherd @JudithBriles @33WordsUS

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December 16, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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December is Reading a Book Month … Why? Reading can improve your writing skills.

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#ReadingMonth #BookLovers #ReadersOfInstagram #WritingCommunity #ImproveYourWriting
December 16, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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Aromas weaving through the air, enticing all ... It's Bake Cookies Day ... What's your favorite?

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#BakeCookiesDay #CookieLovers #FreshBaked #CookieTime #BakingJoy
December 16, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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Author Tip: Why book covers should reflect content between the covers—if you are entering award contests. Podcast via @MyBookShepherd @JudithBriles with Jules Marie

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December 16, 2025 at 1:32 AM
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It was fun. They all loved the food. Huge success. 35 here
The appetizer tray I put together for my foodie group last night.

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#FoodieGroup #AppetizerTray #FoodLovers #CulinarySuccess #FoodieFun #GourmetAppetizers
December 15, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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A little sweet and a little tart ... that's what a National Lemon Cupcake Day celebration can bring to your taste buds - It's your day.

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#LemonCupcakeDay #CupcakeLovers #BakingJoy #SweetAndTart #CupcakeCelebration
December 15, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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December is Reading a Book Month
Why? … Reading can increase your vocabulary.

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#ReadingMonth #BookLovers #ReadMoreBooks #BookCommunity #LiteraryLife
December 15, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Is this an aspiring author on your wish list? This special gift is good for one submission to the Aspiring Author Scholarship—perfect for anyone ready to bring their story to life.

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December 12, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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Is this an aspiring author on your wish list? This special gift is good for one submission to the Aspiring Author Scholarship—perfect for anyone ready to bring their story to life.

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#AspiringAuthorScholarship #GiftOfWriting #FutureAuthor #WritersLife
December 12, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Hey authors—will your book deliver the WOW factor when a book award judge opens it up? Podcast via @MyBookShepherd @JudithBriles @33WordsUS

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December 12, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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Tis the season that glows with a variety of colors. Add this tradition to your home or office ... It's Poinsettia Day!

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#PoinsettiaDay #Poinsettia #HolidayDecor #FestiveSeason #SeasonalFlowers
December 12, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Looking for a holiday recipe everyone will beg you to make again?
Whip up something delicious and discover the cozy read that inspired it.
Find the recipe (and a little festive bookish magic) here

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#HolidayBaking #BookishRecipes #CozyReads #FestiveFlavors
December 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Meet the minds, hearts, and courage that shape The Secret Rise.
Leaders, loyal friends, and a queen whose bond changes everything—every choice could alter the fate of Harmonie.

Who will rise when destiny calls?

#TheSecretRise #HistoricalFiction #EpicRead #MedievalTimes #BookLovers
December 11, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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Hey authors, do you know how judges really judge contest books?
You will now: Podcast via @MyBookShepherd @JudithBriles @33WordsUS

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December 11, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Meet the minds, hearts, and courage that shape The Secret Rise.
Leaders, loyal friends, and a queen whose bond changes everything—every choice could alter the fate of Harmonie.

Who will rise when destiny calls?

#TheSecretRise #HistoricalFiction #EpicRead #MedievalTimes #BookLovers #MustRead
December 11, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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What's a Noodle Ring, and why does it have a day in its honor? Beats me - but cook a bunch of noodles in a ring mode and add your favorite ingredients and celebrate!

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#NoodleRing #PastaLovers #FoodFun #NoodleDay #EasyRecipes
December 11, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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Author of How to Create a Million Dollar Speech on podcast via @JudithBriles is peppered with tips to get booked.

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December 10, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Woof Wednesday Christmas Edition
Cooking with Judith is in full holiday mode, and the Christmas prep has never smelled so good!
From simmering spices to a fresh-from-the-oven treat!

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#WoofWednesday #CookingWithJudith #HolidayCooking
December 10, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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This is a good day to stop, be aware, and think.
It's Human Rights Day that promotes the importance of Human Rights issues globally.

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#HumanRightsDay #HumanRights #Awareness #SocialJustice #GlobalIssues
December 10, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Most contact tabs on websites are incomplete. The truthiness is that too many authors choose invisibility. read more... thebookshepherd.com/contactpage-2/ #websitemusts #contactpages #authorsuccess #publicspeaking
December 9, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Hey authors—are you pitching yourself as a speaker at conferences? New podcast via @JudithBriles @MyBookShepherd is peppered with tips.

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December 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Busy weekend @BN sold 42 books!

#BookSigning #AuthorEvent #JudithBriles #BookstoreEvent #IndieAuthor #BookLovers @BNSouthlands @COGreatAuthors
December 9, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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December is Reading a Book Month … Why? The magic and power within a book won’t work until you do the work to read it.

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#ReadingMonth #BookMagic #DecemberReads #BookLovers #ReadMoreBooks
December 9, 2025 at 2:22 PM