Category Archives: Business

The Trouble with YouTube’s Algorithms

Posted on 20 January 2018 by Side Quest Publications

Otherwise known as, a human would know better. Or, artificial intelligence is not that intelligent. In which I step up my plans to begin embedding (relevant) videos within my website in an effort to fight against the numbers game…. To … Continue reading →

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The Trouble with Amazon Associates

Posted on 2 October 2017 by Side Quest Publications

And probably the trouble with most affiliate systems. Disclaimer: Amazon links include Amazon associate codes. (Oh, the irony. 😉 ) Amazon Affiliates/Associates, like most (legitimate) affiliate programs, is one that can make a content creator a decent amount of money … Continue reading →

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Hallowthankmas 2017

Posted on 25 September 2017 by Side Quest Publications

Another retail “holiday” is here, and you know what that means! Actually it means a lot of things, but for some of us online hobby sellers it means something very specific: We can’t sell our stuff! If you’re trying to … Continue reading →

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Buyer Beware of a Different Sort

Posted on 28 February 2017 by Side Quest Publications

A couple of notes to prospective buyers. I am not (technically) asking you to buy my stuff and leave good reviews on my profile. Rather, as it is a recent problem I had as a seller that reminded me of … Continue reading →

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The Trouble with Kindle Scout

Posted on 20 February 2016 by Side Quest Publications

Okay, maybe this is just me, but I’ve had some… issues, lately, with selecting books to nominate on Kindle Scout. No, this is not a troubleshooting question; it’s actually a “do I really want to nominate this book” question. See, … Continue reading →

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“I Found it on Google”

Posted on 16 February 2016 by Side Quest Publications

That’s a lovely image you have there; where did you get it? Oh, that? I found it on Google. …. Stop! Step back, and listen carefully. You did not find that image on Google.

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New Job Updates and Agenda Part…Two?

Posted on 21 October 2015 by Side Quest Publications

The two new jobs have been going on for a month now and then some, and even the “temporary” job doesn’t show any sign of ending just yet. Allergies at the presumably not-temporary job are still questionable, but the boss … Continue reading →

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Custom Fiction Template

Posted on 10 March 2013 by Side Quest Publications

Some odd years back, I created a custom template for use in my fiction. I named it “Mns,” short for Manuscript. I had created several toolbars and arranged them as I wanted them. (In fact, “arranging them as I wanted … Continue reading →

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I’ve registered with BookCrossing

Posted on 8 February 2012 by Side Quest Publications

http://bookcrossing.com/referral/SideQuestPublication Here’s the general idea: You have a book that you’re willing to part with. You get onto BookCrossing, register the book and where you’re from, add a label to the book with the ID BookCrossing provides, and then you … Continue reading →

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I’ve created a new site!

Posted on 7 February 2012 by Side Quest Publications

I’ve just begun uploading information about some of my writing to my new blog. You can read what I’ve got over at Pioneers of the Shattered Waters. (I really need a shorter address.) As I continue to add details, I … Continue reading →

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