• Write How You Write, Not How You Speak

    Write How You Write, Not How You Speak

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    Everyone enjoys telling a story, whether it’s a treasured memory from the past or the funny incident that occurred on the way to work. When it comes to writing a self-published book for the enjoyment of others, more thought will be needed to turn a memorable story into a well-written manuscript. It doesn’t matter if you are writing your autobiography or a potential Pulitzer prize-winning novel, if your content basically mirrors your “unique” manner of speaking, the novelty of the story will be lost. While writing your manuscript, be mindful that your book will not include hand gestures and facial…

  • Love to Teach, Teach to Love

    Love to Teach, Teach to Love

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    Written by: Eddie Cruz Teaching—or perhaps more broadly, education—is something that’s very close to my heart, and it takes an extraordinarily special person to do it well. (Do it well is, of course, the pertinent bit there.) So this post is, I suppose, a sort of very personal case study: Following a massive failure by our county’s educational system, my wife, Emily, took charge of educating our youngest son. For five years she did this, and it was thrilling to watch her initial, and justifiable, apprehension and uncertainty become confident proficiency. Julian, now 11, is hard-of-hearing, and has shunted hydrocephalus,…

  • Xulon Press author Dorian M. Watson Book Signing

    Xulon Press Author Dorian M. Watson’s Book Signing

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    “Hello Xulon Team! Here are just a few pics from the recent book signing. It went well, the store was very accommodating and it was overall a great first experience. I will be going back for Christmas, along with signings confirmed at Barnes & Noble and Family Stores in San Antonio and two local stores in my area.” Dorian M. Watson, author of “Let’s Talk it Out” Let’s Talk It Out Pure Practical Motivation for Life and Relationships Dear Reader, Intimate relationships and close knit circles that thrive and are successful, come by wisdom, knowledge and understanding. All it takes…

  • Leaning on Leaders: Lessons for Leaders, Teachers and Preachers

    Leaning on Leaders: Lessons for Leaders, Teachers and Preachers

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    What are characteristics of a good leader, teacher or a preacher? Some may say the ability to deeply connect and capture one’s audience with his or her presence; others may say maintaining an understanding of how to communicate to an audience’s needs. Titus 1:4-14 provides a telling and wise description of leadership:  “For an overseer, as God’s steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined.” At Xulon Press, the editorial department has decided to dedicate the…