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Today on A Good Story is A Good Story

A Good Story is A Good Story has moved from Monday nights to Tuesday afternoons starting today! I won't be on the show today because my 5 year old daughter is having a hard time breathing due to a cold that just isn't going away. I can't tell you how bummed I am about, not only my daughter's illness, but about missing the show. It's going to be a good one so I hope you'll try and listen today at NOON CDT (10am PST, 11am MST & 1EST). If you can't make the show then you can listen on demand at the link below. Actually the link below the info will let you listen live or on demand . . . depending when you tune in.

SPECIAL GUEST John Kremer 

Fran Lewis, a frequent guest book reviewer, will be joining the discussion. The very first show on Tuesday the 9th of November will be just as much fun as the evening show. Virginia Grenier will be on the show but in January she will be the host of her own show. John Kremer is an expert in book marketing ,publishing and all aspects of writing. He will answer questions that will help you be a better and more successful writer.There is only one man who does it all and that is John Kremer. His advice works and he doesn’t mind sharing his secrets. Denise Spooner will be re- joining the show and she will be in the chat room and on the phone. You can listen on line or call in 646) 595-4478. Please feel free to call or chat and tell them what’s on you mind. Every week the discussions will be different and lively.There will be book reviews and movie reviews. Join in the fun and if you have an idea for a show please feel free to contact Marsha at 847-441-4271 or e- mail her at mba3308@aol.com


link to show
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rrradio/2010/11/09/rrwl--a-good-story-is-a-good-story--nov-9-12-noon-cst--john-kremer-special-guest

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