This Summer, I have made it my goal to read at least five books on blogging, business, and social media. Today, I'm sharing my personal book choices that I own, or have picked up from my local library. contains affiliate links 1. The Gatekeepers Are Gone: Hustle + Technology = Success . This easy read from Lamar Tyler is all about being successful on your own, because their are no longer gatekeepers to tell you that you can't. 2. A Beautiful Mess Photo Idea Book: 95 Inspiring Ideas for Photographing Your Friends, Your World, and Yourself . I love the creative ladies behind A Beautiful Mess. I read their blog, have their photo app, just love them. This book shows you tips on how to make your pics stand out like their's do. I saw this in a magazine and knew I would want to check out the section dedicated to social media tips. 4. Miss Jessie's: Creating a Successful Business from Scratch---Naturally . Years ago, I had a soap-making business and these ladies were an inspiration to me. I remember following their story in the hair magazines decades ago. . I still have not read this book, but my daughter has it on her ipad. I plan to take a look at this business resource for sure!

iblog Magazine. Don't ask me how because I don't remember, but I won a digital membership to this magazine for bloggers and have been impressed by what I've been reading. As a content creator, I try to stay in the loop of all the blogging and social media trends and this magazine is a great resource for doing so.
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