Lisa Solomon of Ardsley, New York writes: “My husband and I, both attorneys, are partners in The Billable Hour Company. We make watches and clocks especially for lawyers, with dials divided into six-minute increments–the same way many lawyers bill. “Our product is a lighthearted take on the concept of the billable hour and it’s the… Read More
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Wedding planner needs creative ideas for workshops
Marisa Menzel of Madison, Wisconsin writes: “I’m a wedding planner and have recently started hosting monthly ‘workshops’ at a local bridal shop. Each month we ask one wedding professional to come in to talk about their trade. “We tell the attendees the name of the business that the professional is from, but the main focus… Read More
Golf stories about caddies, dads, granddads wanted for golf book
BlueStreak Publishing, which recently published the book, “Lifelong Looper–The Story of a Caddie Legend” by Cindy O’Krepki, is compiling short, heartwarming stories about golf, caddies, fathers or grandfathers for future books and is especially interested in ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Stories should be non-fiction, from 300-1,200 words. You may submit more than one story.… Read More
Christian recording artist needs publicity tips
Jilleen of Santa Ana, California writes: “I am a Christian recording artist and speaker from Santa Ana, California. I recently released a new CD project called “The Hymns Experience.” It’s an interactive modern-day musical journey into the history of America’s all-time favorite hymns. To listen to a few songs from the album, please visit http://www.jilleen.com/music.html… Read More
Melbourne Wildlife Sanctuary needs publicity, marketing tips
Leanne Fielder of Melbourne, Australia writes: “I work for the Melbourne Wildlife Sanctuary at La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia. For over 35 years, volunteers and a skeleton staff have transformed 71 acres of degraded land into a rich and diverse area full of rare and unique flora and fauna that have not been seen in… Read More
Corporate tips booklet author needs advice
Joyce Restaino of Newfoundland, New Jersey writes: “I hope your Publicity Hounds can come up with some ideas to help generate publicity for a motivational tips booklet I have coauthored with a corporate trainer. We envision a spiral bound book with a good-quality cover. We should have more information about the number of pages… Read More
Product to improve your kid’s memory needs creative marketing ideas
Linda Culbreath of Houton, Texas writes: “We have developed an educational package containing an ‘Eagles Camp DVD: How to Learn 10 Science Words/Concepts in 10 Minutes or Less,’ a non-dated, table top Science Calendar, and a printable resource CD. “This is a memory association method geared for elementary-aged children that will work with most any… Read More
Mother’s Day gift needs pitching tips from Publicity Hounds
Publicity Hound Jennifer Raaths of Barrington, Illinois writes: “I am working on a Mother’s Day gift idea for my client, DiCarlo Fine Wines & Spirits, a liquor store. The gift idea is a handmade purse by my friend, Carrie, a local stay-at-home mom. Each purse is unique. No two are the same. And they’re filled… Read More
How to promote a book for parents on how to use everyday objects that can double as toys
Publicity Hound Tim Martin of Corona, California writes: “I am working with Rex Bowlby, the author of the book “Why Would I Want the Toy, When I Can Have the Box?…101 Ways to Make the Most of Your Children, With the Least from Your Wallet.” “It provides a treasure chest full of ideas on teaching… Read More
Moms working as private investigators in Boise, ID need promotion tips
Valerie Agosta of Boise, Idaho writes: “More than two years ago, Spy Moms (consisting of two previous stay-at-home moms) had a flood of publicity on local and national TV, radio and newspapers for our undercover service. “We work the mean streets of Boise, Idaho and anywhere else we are asked to go. We do most… Read More