Friday, July 19, 2013
To My Critics...THANK YOU!
Some of the early reviews of my book have come in and I must say...I am starting to like criticism! So far, so good in other words! Read what reviewers have said about The FabYOUList below, and if you think it sounds like a book you'd like, good news...it's available for pre-order on Amazon, Barnes&Noble, and IndieBound. It's coming out September 10th--and I would HATE to run out without my friends and family (YOU!) getting their very own copy. It's a relatively small first run...and while they can make more, I have no idea how long it will take. If you'd like one, please don't hesitate--order now! They make great holiday gifts, and also work as paperweights and door stops.
xo,
Susan
PS Please forward a link to this post to your mailing list, or post it on your social media sites...THANK YOU!!! I can use all the help I can get in spreading the news about the book.
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"Ms. Campbell-Cross is very likable and her writing style makes the reader feel as if she is sharing her stories with a good friend over a glass of lemonade on the patio. It is very humorous and I laughed many times while reading the book."
"I plan to pass it along to my husband, and I feel that it would be a good, light book for men to read to better understand some of what women feels. Even if you don't fit the description above, but are looking for a quick, light, funny read, this book fits the bill."
"Overall I think it was a good read if you are looking for some soul searching inspiration. I will def rec it some of my friends. And I can't wait to start working on my own list!"
"She gives you ideas of areas in your life to explore such as making friends or being creative with the advice to tweek it to your interests. We will see what my list brings ...."
"I'm starting my list for retirement....it's not that far off. This book has motivated me!"
"This was a great book!! Really enjoyed reading it!! Susan writing is very easy to read, very passionate and funny. I felt like I could really relate to her reasons for starting her list and many of the things that she put on her list,. It very much inspired me to start a list of my own. Great read, would recommend it to anyone!"
"It was a treat to read--I definitely recommend it!"
"An enlightening, laugh-aloud read. . . . Filled with open, honest glimpses into Susan's real life, woven together with constant doses of humor. The FabYOUList book is a breath of fresh air that will inspire you! Well-thought out and sharply written."
"What a fun book! I absolutely enjoyed reading all about Susan figuring out how to cross off items from her 40 before 40 list...She helped you see how important it is for you to take time for yourself and to focus on finding your own self with these lists. Her friendly and engaging tone kept me reading all the way to the end. I would definitely recommend this book to everyone looking for a fun and inspiring read!"
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Friday, June 14, 2013
My Very Short Video about The FabYOUList
I made a little video explanation of what The FabYOUList is all about! Hope you like it! And if you do, and you want to read it, you can pre-order it on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and IndieBound...and some other places, too. There's a list of sellers on Good Reads. And come September, watch for it in your favorite stores...well, the ones that sell books anyway!
Thursday, June 13, 2013
I'm an Author, Yes Indeedy!
I am happy to announce that The FabYOUList: List It, Live It, Love Your Life is pre selling on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Please help spread the word by tweeting, posting on FB, emailing, or smoke signaling a link to this post!
Yours in Adventure,
Susan
There comes a time in every woman’s life when she realizes that the dreams she had as a girl are growing farther away in the rearview mirror. What can you do to make those childhood ambitions a reality?
Join author Susan Campbell Cross as she tackles that very question in The FabYOUList: List It, Live It, Love Your Life, an inspiring, humorous and heartfelt story of reinvention. Susan’s declaration of, “There are so many things I thought I would have done by now!” led her to reflect upon what exactly those things were. Pen and paper in hand, she composed a “wish I had done” list and challenged herself to do everything on it before her 40th birthday. Fly on the trapeze, skinny dip, learn to surf, go church shopping, take guitar lessons, run a 5K, and get a paid acting job, were just the tip of the iceberg. Ironically, the list ended with #40, “write a book.” This is that book! It’s all about how in conquering numbers 1 through 39, Susan transformed her life—and how YOU can, too.
The FabYOUList: List it, Live it, Love Your Life invites you along on every madcap escapade as Susan ventures outside her comfort zone and into the adventure of her life, ultimately coming face-to-face with what she discovers has been her biggest obstacle all along—herself.
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Sunday, April 14, 2013
Some Ideas Are So GREAT They NEED to be Shared!
I am so inspired by this man--Ron Finley, "Guerilla Gardner". Take a look and see if it doesn't make you want to DO SOMETHING! Please watch this video, and share it!
Saturday, March 30, 2013
The Little Things
I remember watching an episode of Oprah where she interviewed a girl who's mom had died. Before the mother had passed she'd made a point of traveling with her kids, trying to create special memories they could hold onto after she was gone. When asked though, the girl said that the thing she'd remember most was when her mom used to wake her up in the middle of the night to have a bowl of Cheerios together in the kitchen. Of all things--Cheerios.
If that's not evidence that the quote above is true, I don't know what is.
My own daughter is home from college for Spring Break. She goes back tomorrow. I had hoped to take her on a vacation. At first I had big plans--Hawaii. But, then as the time came closer, she said that she didn't mind going somewhere for a day or two, but really was just looking forward to being at home, in her own bed, and playing with the dogs, sharing meals, watching movies, etc. Our biggest outing this week was going to Color Me Mine to paint ceramics--something we hadn't done since she was really small. We also went to lunch, shopping, and watched a few movies on Apple TV. Tomorrow is Easter Sunday and we aren't planning to go anywhere. Nobody's coming over either. It'll be just us--my husband, daugher, the two boys and me. And of course the pups. We're going to dye Easter Eggs, play games, make brunch...and then...we'll head for the airport.
I'll bring tissue for the ride home. I know I'll need it. I also know that even though we didn't take a big extravagant vacation, these will be the times we look back on most fondly. The "little things" are the "big things," and "one day" is today.
Friday, March 15, 2013
Put Your Compassion in Action!
Be a part of the Compassion in Action movement. Watch this short video, share it, and think about what you can do to help someone and be a part of this miraculous ripple effect of compassion. YOU can change the world!
Sunday, March 3, 2013
10 Fun Ways to Beat the Blues
I am so honored to be the lifestyle correspondent on Let's Talk Autism with Shannon and Nancy. I am a fan of ACT Today! (Autism Care and Treatment Today). They provide grants to families with autistic kids. You can learn more about this amazing organization by visiting their website. www.act-today.org.
Here's the playlist for my personal Happy Tunes. Like I said in the segment--don't judge!
Don't Worry, Be Happy, Bobby McFerrin
Jump, Kris Kross
Girls Just Want to Have Fun, Cyndi Lauper
Holiday, Madonna
Walking On Sunshine, Katrina & The Waves
Flashdance...What A Feeling, Irene Cara
Don't Stop Believin', Journey
I Saw Her Standing There, The Beatles
Honky Tonk Women, The Rolling Stones
Glory Days, Bruce Springsteen
Born to Run, Bruce Springsteen
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