Location: United States
Member Since: Sep. 14, 2010

Earleen Smith


Biography

An avid reader, I proofread and do some copy editing. As a new member of Smashwords, I am incredibly impressed with the concept and look forward to reading Smashwords books. I'm not likely to publish any books.

Books

This member has not published any books.

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Smashwords book reviews by Earleen Smith

  • The Silver Lining on Feb. 18, 2011
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    This is a well-written, emotional account. I agree with Ruth who recommends a tissue. So much said in such a short time. I highly suggest this quick read to anyone.
  • Smashwords Book Marketing Guide on Feb. 18, 2011
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    This book contains a mind-numbing number of practical suggestions and advice. It's a fairly quick read and I highly recommend it to any author publishing an ebook. There are so many possibilities that an author can pick and choose or dedicate the time to implement most if not all of them. MC leaves no stone unturned and opens the door for his reading audience to help him improve his advice. You can only win by reading this free book!
  • A Kiss From the Love of My Life on Feb. 18, 2011
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    This is a perfect description of a never-to-be-forgotten kiss, from the woman's point of view. Delightful!
  • How To Deal With Information Overload on Feb. 18, 2011
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    Wow! All of these common-sense tips are valuable. It's like this writer helps me see the important stuff clearly and lets the less important stuff bubble beneath the surface. Quick read. Good reminder of things all of us probably already know.
  • The Thief of Todays and Tomorrows on Feb. 18, 2011
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    This was a great read! I enjoyed Kate's many adventures. This story starts in Chicago, rather innocently, and gets progressively more sinister. Then, Kate is forced into a choice she may not have made for herself and finds a humble new life in Phoenix. This tale is woven with skill and, like the other book I have read written by Susan Wells Bennett, shows this author's promise.
  • Writing for Publication - A Step-by-Step Guide to Making Money by Writing for Newspapers and Magazines on Feb. 25, 2011
    star star star star star
    I'm barely into this book - really a very well-done guide. I'm in Chapter 4 and Joe's writing is clear, understandable and makes sense. He gives concrete steps and guided exercises at the end of every chapter. Very impressive! I'll be back when I've read the whole thing.
  • Moments on March 02, 2011
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    I largely agree with Jon's review. The story is an interesting premise. Author might find a copyeditor and proofreader helpful. I'm giving it three stars for the idea and the twist near the end.
  • World's Greatest Clean Jokes! on March 11, 2011
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    I'm keeping this little gem for those moments when I need a chuckle. I've only read a few of the jokes and they are exactly as billed - funny and clean. Chuckle-out-loud funny, even. I highly recommend this book and will be buying his Volume II.
  • Things Happen on March 11, 2011
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    This sounds like a coming-of-age story. It has an interesting setting and the mystery is intriguing. I would suggest, however, getting someone to check it for you. There are a couple of misused words, for instance hull (s/b haul), and some punctuation issues, though not too many. Haley, I hope you finish this story. When you do, please notify me and I'll buy the finished version.
  • The Box on March 11, 2011
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    This fairly well-written story about a box has some interesting turns, but in the end there are more questions than answers. I think the author could develop this further, and leave the reader with a sense of completion or closure, but he hasn't. The anticipation through the read was delicious. That's why I'm giving it four stars.
  • The Packless Man on March 17, 2011
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    This is a quick read, as you might guess by the word number, but it is interesting and eery. Nothing spookier than camping out and the sounds of the night . . . and something very real in the surrounding woods.
  • Personal Trainer on April 07, 2011
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    Gets the point across - quickly. That's flash fiction for ya!
  • Her on April 15, 2011
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    This is an interesting, riveting short piece about all of the emotions that entangle us during a break-up. I especially loved this sentence: Now, those eyes droop with saltwater-laced heartbreak. even though I think she needs just a bit of help with proofreading and copyediting. (Sorry, I just had to fix that sentence, but that's minor stuff.) Good luck to you . . . and keep on writing! Only four stars because of the minor things that take the reader's attention from the actual writing.