It's New - It's Now - It's Wow! It's Our New Monday Feature We Like to Call "Excerpt Extravaganza!"

Welcome to the JLB Creatives Blog, where an eclectic team of creative geniuses share their fantastical imaginations. 

On Mondays we are having an Excerpt Extravaganza, featuring an excerpt from one of our creative authors. And what makes this feature so fun is that we publish a wide range of genres. You'll never know what to expect for the excerpt.

Enjoy!

Today's excerpt is from author Jean E. Lane's Lill and Mewe Series Book 1 The Secrets of Mars.

Lill thought she’d better sleep now. It is going to be a busy sol tomorrow, and I have much to learn. She took one last look through her new telescope at her two moons, Phobos and Deimos. She could see their cratered and irregular shapes clearly as they shined brightly in the dark night sky. Lill lives in a subterranean city called The Friendly City, located just west of the Noctis Labyrinthus, or Valley of the Night, and east of the Tharsis volcano region in one of the many enormous caverns. All the people have been living underground for a thousand years or so, ever since the planet’s surface grew harshly uninhabitable. No one really knows the exact date this happened because all information and technical data of the surface were destroyed by meteor showers so long ago. However, they do know their city is located beneath the equatorial area of the planet at 5 degrees latitude and 112 degrees longitude.

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If your kids ages 8-12 can't seem to learn enough about Mars, then we invite you to get them hooked on the Lill and Mewe Series first book, Lill and Mewe and the Secrets of Mars! Click here for Ebook  Click here for print book

We Did It!

If you've been following the blog throughout the month of May, then you are fully aware that we had quite the schedule to tackle, and you have probably been long awaiting the report. Well good news all of the way around, WE DID IT!

Here's the recap of the fun and success we achieved during the busy month of May...

Starting the first weekend in May we sent our Michigan team members, Dar Bagby and Connie Thompson, to Mackinac Island, Michigan for the Loleta Fyan Small and Rural Library Conference. Dar had the opportunity to speak alongside Pickford Community Library's manager, Ann Marie Smith. Together this dynamic duo presented how effective the library's Young Writer's Workshop has been not only in the local community of Pickford, Michigan, but also across the Upper Peninsula. Thanks to Pickford Community Library using the JLB Creatives writing curriculum, Journey to Publication, this group has received kudos from state representative, Frank Foster, and has been deemed the largest writing group of its kind in the state of Michigan. 

Dar Bagby (L), Connie Thompson (R)
Exhibit at Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Library Conference 2016

While Dar was speaking at the conference, Connie was busy at the JLB Creatives exhibit table. Flooded with questions and interest that was peaking the scale, Connie handled it with ease and there are multiple libraries now interested in making Journey to Publication an endeavor for their local (and not so local) writing enthusiasts to help increase community bonding as well as offer a worthy program that actually leads to publication through JLB Creatives Publishing for the "star" writing enthusiast of the group.

Book Release Soiree1 2016
Pickford Community Library's Young Writers Workshop
(standing L) Dar Bagby, (on screen  L) Janet, (on screen R) Jean E.,
(standing R in red) Connie, (standing R in black and white) Ann Marie

Only a few days after Mackinac Island, Dar and Connie, along with the Florida JLB Creatives CEO, Janet Beasley, and the Senior Financial Director, Jean E. Lane, celebrated with the enthusiasts and their families of the Pickford Community Library's Young Writers Workshop at their Book Release Soiree`! Dar and Connie attended in person while the Florida team was there, live, via Skype. Visit the blog on June 13th, 2016 and you'll find the links to download these outstanding works for FREE.

Dar Bagby
Journey to Publication exhibit
INCH Conference 2016

Once the Soiree` was over, it was off to Lansing, Michigan for Dar and Connie, this time to exhibit and speak at the INCH Convention. This convention is dedicated to homeschooling families. Here is where our Journey to Publication writing program curriculum gained even more exposure. Dar presented an Exhibitor's Workshop that gave attendees an in depth look at the curriculum. Success was seen all the way around. The workshop brought in many interested homeschooling parents and students, and the exhibit booth lent itself to a wonderful "hands-on" look for attendees.

Jean E. Lane
FPEA Convention 2016
Journey to Publication exhibit

The Michigan team wrapped up their busy schedule, then it was time for the Florida team to get in gear! JLB Creatives team members CEO Janet Beasley, Senior Financial Director Jean E., and JLB Creatives co-founder Don Beasley headed for the action - double the action - as they were exhibiting at two major conventions in the same weekend. 

Janet Beasley
FPEA Convention 2016

JLB Creatives Journey to Publication writing program was stunningly represented at the FPEA Convention - not just another homeschooling convention, but the largest homeschooling convention in the nation. With 25,000 in attendance JLB Creatives had to be on their "A" game. Jean E. manned the exhibit booth Thursday - Saturday, and Janet joined her on Friday and Saturday. Janet gave a total of 8, well-received presentations regarding Journey to Publication in those two days. Again, the curriculum was well represented and gained even more interest in the homeschooling community.

Sir Bwana Beasle and Lady Vixen Beasle
MegaCon 2016
BeaslePunk Artistry

And of course our CEO wouldn't think of being at a convention without "straying" and having some fun. While walking the show floor and networking with future business clients, Janet discovered the Gator Land exhibit. She couldn't help herself from stopping for a picture with the baby alligator.

Last but not least, BeaslePunk Artists, Don and Janet, exhibited at MegaCon. Their booth was nothing shy of amazing, and the compliments, comments, reactions, and sales tell the tale of success for this JLB Creatives division.

More new things are on the horizon...but it will be a bit before they are released. We encourage you to join the JLB Creatives Blog to stay up on all of the creativity this company has to offer. 

To say we conquered May 2016 with a vengeance is an understatement! We couldn't be happier with the responses, results, and just plain fun we had promoting and selling JLB Creatives popular, imaginative creations. 

INCH Conference Here We Come!

Pajamas - check! Clothes - check! Makeup - check! Toothbrush - check! Snacks - check! Journey to Publication curriculum copies - check! 

We have it all packed and ready to go. The JLB Creatives Publishing Michigan team is heading to the INCH conference in Lansing this week, and the entire team couldn't be more excited.

Homeschooling just got better. Kids who have a passion for the literary world, and have longed to dive headfirst into the world of writing (creative and/or nonfiction) are in for a real treat!

Finally, a curriculum that expands the horizons of the craft of writing to include not only the basic writing skills but also genre specific techniques, nuts and bolts of the printing world, self-editing, book trailers, and so much more. 

Dar Bagby

At INCH you'll be graced with the presence of our Michigan team members, Dar Bagby and Connie M. Thompson. Both are co-authors of Journey to Publication, and co-facilitators for the Pickford Community Library's Young Writers Workshop. Dar is also the Senior Editor for JLB Creatives Publishing, and Connie is the Chief Graphic Designer. 

Dar will be giving a presentation on Journey to Publication. You won't want to miss out on this workshop as it will give you an in-depth understanding of how Journey to Publication will benefit your home schooled students who are chomping at the bit to release their creativity through words.

Connie M. Thompson

Connie will serve as the exhibit hostess, and is looking forward to meeting you and your creative kids who have a passion for writing. Whether you have questions, are ready to make your purchase, or would like to get a "hands on" look at Journey to Publication, Connie will be there to assist you.

Journey to Publication Novice and Advanced regular editions will be on sale at the conference. You can get 20% off plus FREE shipping when you order your copy during the event. 

Visit JourneyToPublication.com for more information on this ground breaking curriculum where writing enthusiasts don't just learn to write...they learn to be authors!

CONGRATS to the Pickford Community Library's Young Writers Workshop!

Come one come all to the Young Writers Workshop Book Release Soiree`! 

 

May 12, 2016 you'll want to stop by the Pickford Community Library in person, or online, to celebrate with the talented Young Writers of the Pickford Community Library in Pickford Michigan. If you are going to join in online, we encourage you to leave an encouraging comment for the aspiring writers the day of on the Pickford Community Library FB page. 

These fabulous kids have been taking the Journey to Publication since October 2015, and have completed their journey. That means their short stories and novellas are ready to be released. 

Their big day is May 12, 2016 in more ways than one.

That's also when their published works will be available to download for FREE from 

JLB Creatives Publishing on Smashwords.com 

or simply search by title and author. 

2015-2016 

PICKFORD COMMUNITY LIBRARY'S 

YOUNG WRITERS WORKSHOP
NOVELLAS = Advanced Enthusiasts of Journey to Publication 

Noah Kamper: 
TRIFORCE WARRIORS 
(fan fiction based on
"Legend of Zelda")

Amy Lehigh:  BOELIK (fantasy)

Honnah Patnode:
 PARALLEL INFINITIES (paranormal romance)

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2015-2016 PICKFORD COMMUNITY LIBRARY'S 

YOUNG WRITERS WORKSHOP
ANTHOLOGY OF SHORT STORIES & POETRY = Novice Enthusiasts of Journey to Publication

Sydney Johnson: 
THE SHINE OF A STAR 
(YA romance)

Ashton McConnell: 
STUCK ON REPLAY 
(paranormal)

Selah Preston:  

THING IS... 

(poem)

Emily Roe:  
THE HUNTRESS
(YA sports)

Grace S. Snyder: 
WIND, BLOOD, AND STARS 
(fantasy)

Happy Anniversary JLB Creatives Publishing!

JLB Creatives Publishing is 2 years old!

It's hard to believe that it's only been two years since we opened our publishing doors. So much wonderfulness has happened since the birth of this publishing company.

We couldn't be more excited about celebrating this year! Our book list is ever-growing with three new titles already slated for release in 2016.

Let's back up a for a moment. Since our inception we have published and released 19 novels and children's books! Out of those 19, 17 received 5 star ratings from Reader's Favorite, one received a 4 star rating from Reader's Favorite, and another novel came on board as the NIEA winner! We are so proud of our authors. It has not been an easy road - but since when has easy and quality ever gone together? 

In the past two years we have exhibited, showcased our authors' books, and spoken at six reputable conventions. 2016 is bringing more of the same, but on a larger scale. 

We have grown the Pickford Community Library's Young Writer's Workshop through facilitating and hosting "end of the year" soirees. In addition this group has been recognized on local, state, and regional levels, and has become the largest young writers workshop in the state of Michigan. 

Over the time of facilitating the Young Writers Workshop we have created a comprehensive, highly interactive writing program curriculum, "Journey to Publication." 
This writing program has been designed to be effective in a multitude of settings from individuals to groups, and from homeschooling to colleges!

We are elated to be facing year three with several opportunities to present our authors books, speak at upcoming conventions, and provide artistry through our newest division of JLB Creatives, BeaslePunk.

We would love for you to celebrate with us! We invite you to stop by our Facebook page and leave us a comment on the 2 Year post. Because if it weren't for you, our awesome fans and followers, we would have nothing to celebrate. 

Thanks to all of you for your shared enthusiasm and continued support!

Your JLB Creatives Publishing Team, 
Janet (CEO), Dar (Editing), Jean E. (Financials), Connie (Design), and Elise (Social Media)

Look for Our Ad In Connect (Home School) Magazine...

What are you waiting for? Get registered for our FREE Journey to Publication Writing Program Adventure Seminar coming September 17, 2015. Seating is limited so be sure and register today to assure your seat and desired time. You are invited to register at: Journey to Publication Adventure Seminar Registration

Have your home schooling students or group expressed a desire to become authors of fiction? Have they mentioned wanting to enter essay contests, write short stories or articles for magazines? Have they made it known that they are creative and desire to share stories to entertain, educate, and/or inspire others? 

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, or if any of the above questions stirred your curiosity, you won't want to miss our FREE Adventure Seminar that will explain our Journey to Publication Writing Program in depth. 

JLBCP CEO
author Janet Beasley

And even more great news...you can even make a day trip out of it. The event is being held in Mount Dora, Florida (a sister town to Forres, Scotland) where you and your student(s) can discover and learn about art, nature, conservation, and local area history.

Select JLB Creatives Team Members are #FPEA (Florida Parent and Educator Association) members. The JLB Creatives Publishing core team makes up the authors in our Journey to Publication Writing Program curriculum. We are proud to announce that our writing program's ad has made its first appearance in the Back to School issue of Connect Magazine (cover pictured above). 

JLBCP Financial Director
author Jean E. Lane

Look for our Journey to Publication Writing Program Curriculum ad on page 21.

Once you've checked out our ad we invite you to hop on over to the Journey to Publication website where you can get registered to attend our FREE Adventure Seminar. JLB Creatives Publishing's top team members, CEO Janet Beasley, and Financial Director Jean E. Lane will be presenting the information first hand, and will be available for free consulting after the presentation.

Here are a few things that Janet and Jean E. will cover at the FREE Adventure Seminar:

• What makes Journey to Publication a credible writing program
• An introduction to the 6 creators behind the Journey to Publication curriculum
• The amazing process of the creation and publication of Journey to Publication
• Features and benefits of the writing program
• How the Journey to Publication Writing Program fits into home schooling
• How to customize the curriculum making it your very own unique journey
• Guiding you through the ever so important Overseer section
• Who will be published at the end of the journey
  

And if your particular question is not answered during the presentation be sure to ask Janet or Jean E. during the consultation time and they will be happy to assist you.

Along with being a FREE seminar, if you purchase your copy of Journey to Publication Writing Program curriculum at the seminar you will receive FREE shipping & handling, and extras! And we want you to know that there is no obligation, we invite you to attend even if you're only curious about the program. 

So what are you waiting for? Register now to assure your desired time. Visit 

Journey to Publication Writing Program FREE Adventure Seminar Registration 

Check out FAPA's Fall Line-up

This year's annual Florida Authors and Publishers Association Convention is coming up fast. You'll want to be sure and check out the line-up of amazing seminars. Visit FAPA Seminars for more information.

In addition the great learning opportunities you'll want to be sure and swing by the JLB Creatives Publishing exhibit. CEO, Janet Beasley, and Senior Financial Director, Jean E. Lane will be there to meet and greet all of the wonderful attendees, and to "show off" their company's just released Journey to Publication Writing Program curriculum. This is a pioneering program that is providing light on the pathway to authorship, and comes with a bonus! 

Whether you're an individual author seeking self enrichment and a better understanding of not only how to write but also the world of publishing, or a leader or member of a writing group, you won't want to miss stopping by the JLB Creatives Publishing exhibit and taking a look at this proven effective masterpiece! And the best news of all, with the purchase of every curriculum a writing enthusiast will be published by JLB Creatives Publishing free of charge. 

For more information regarding the Journey to Publication Writing Program and its curriculum editions we invite you to visit www.JourneyToPublication.com Be sure to look for the Who Is JTP Designed For tab in the grey bar. Scroll over the tab, find the category that best fits your need and take a look at how JTP has been tailored to fit that particular group.

Hope to see you at FAPA!