Public Domain, Revelations, Clarity and Actions!
So far, 2012 has been everything I imagined it to be.
Revelations, clarity and ACTION.
Full of change and decision.
Which brings me to the subject of this post…
Although it’s been a bit quiet here, I’ve been actively addressing a mission that has patiently waited for attention while I schooled myself in Internet marketing, blogging and outsourcing the past few years.
Bringing a message to my readers through the development of my spiritual blog is a mission I share with my business partner and closest friend Suzen Fontana, a story in itself…and one you can read about soon on:
LiberatingDivineConsciousness.com
More recently the story begins with Stephanie Mulac’s Self Help Giveaway. I had not prepared anything for it but one day after it opened to members, I suddenly felt a very strong urge to become a contributing member.
Following the prompts of my heart, I was led on a mission to turn my first Public Domain work into my own publication.
The inspiration was loud, clear and definite. “The Door of Everything” by Ruby Nelson. Reformat into ebook form and place in the Giveaway.
If you follow the leads on Amazon you will see that there are a total of 23 reviews…all with 5 stars for this little book. It’s that powerful and will connect you with Source.
However, was this book in the Public Domain? That was the million dollar question…and,
alot to ask of someone who:
- never searched in the Public Domain field before
- has an extreme limited time schedule…it needed to be finished yesterday
- never reformatted a Public Domain works before
- had to create all the pages for Giveaway too!
Thus began my first earnest search for Public Domain works…
all the records I could find online…I even called the Public domain office in Washington D.C. to talk extensively with someone to see if I could get further clues…or a direct answer. No luck…unless you pay them $350 for their own search.
I checked to see if it was listed on Project Gutenberg.org…a site dedicated to listing free Public domain works. Red flags. It was not. Fear was taking hold…lol
I even found a post about this title that mentioned something about copyright infringement. Yikes!
That really made me nervous! More Fear!!
However, I moved forward reformatting the book…creating my version with my cover 😉 The urge was that strong.
My logic was telling me that it was public domain because the version I had read 30 plus years ago was originally published by DeVorss and Co., copyright 1963 and my search uncovered two new publishers on Amazon…both registered in 2010.
There was a clue.
But I wanted confirmation. The last thing I needed was to start 2012 with a copyright lawsuit! Fear again! lol
Because of time constraints, I decided to go directly to source and wrote to both publishers. I honestly did not think I would hear back as they were not obligated to give me that info. They could have looked at me as competition…which is actually the old paradigm of thought…
but rather, living the laws of the new vibration…they cooperated and wrote me back!
The book was in the Public Domain!
These actions by these publishers is a prime example of the new energies permeating the Cosmos, (a blog post for liberatingdivineconsciousness.com 😉 )
The new energies/paradigm is one of cooperation and collaboration.
I am eternally grateful to both of these publishers whom I would like to acknowledge here:
Princeton Cambridge Publishing
With confirmation and peace of mind that I needed, I was off and running reformatting my first Public Domain publication.
I didn’t change any text in the book as the content is meant to go to readers in tact. My only mission was to get it into the hands of those who were ready for this information.
Divine resonance takes care of the rest 😉
My job was to reformat it for ebook eyes. (my previous education in creating ebooks had prepared me for this!)
In other words…I took paragraphs that would normally have appeared and broke them up into smaller sections.
Eyes that read on the Internet can get very tired and new formatting with more white space was needed. This allows the eyes to rest.
I gave it a more modern font and made it bigger as well as just giving it an overall 21st Century feel. I finished with a greeting from Suzen and I leading back to our soon to be developed blog “liberatingdivineconsciousness.com”
I also made my own ebook cover…which I did in record time…out of need. (My first one mind you!)
I am half way through refomatting another PD works and just the other day was led to a book I was quite surprised was in the PD…and that one will be forthcoming soon.
Our new Internet Digital Publishing Company called “Light On Publishers” was born from this energy…we will reformat inspired books from the Public domain…offering them as Kindle versions and other places on the web…some free, some paid. Any that are offered for a price will have more valuable content added in the way of our personal commentary.
Lots to learn and execute in the next few months!
It seems I am finally coming into alignment with my purpose and prep work of the last few years.
Revelations, clarity and ACTION.
Although not motivated by this blog…my search into PD works gave me essential, valuable information that I can share with readers of this blog. 😉
Stay tuned to learn more about this often over looked Goldmine of PLR…the Public Domain.
If you have experience with Public Domain works, please share…we would love to hear about what you learned.
If not, just leave a comment to let me know you were here… 😉
enJOY!
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Congrats on your book!
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Great that you’ve discussed here. I’ve learned a lot with your discussion. Looking forward for more of your help in the future!
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My congratulations on your new book creation! I wish you to get inspiration for writing day by day!!
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All I can say is WOW! LOL! You surely had that force with you and now you have your own publishing company – did I read that correctly??
How exciting and I took a sneak peak at Liberating Divine Consciousness and it looks wonderful!
I am so happy for you Kathy! That is true inspiration!!
I’ve never reformatted someone elses book or even thought about it – you sure did a lot of research to find out if it was public domain. So happy you got your answer and was able to complete the mission. Love the cover too!! GREAT JOB!!
Good luck to you with your new adventures, they sound exciting!
Linda
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Hi Linda…
lol…yep the FORCE was very clear on what needed to be accomplished…
it was only my allowing FEAR to take hold that kept me on hold for a couple of days 😉
At least Ilistened enough to go ahead and reformat the book 😉
I am going to post about my experience and what I learned from PD…I’ve already done my second 😉
Thanks for stopping 😉
Kathy
Hi Kathy
Wow, your own publishing company now that is a biggie…
I have absolutely no experience with public domain books at all but knowing you how I do, I know you will of put a lot of research into it.
Good luck with it Kathy and keep us posted on how your doing!
I’m in a state of shock that you did your own ecover (ha ha) so well done on that too cause it looks fab…
Sounds like your gonna be a busy beaver again this year so I look forward to reading all your progress.
Catch ya soon
Dawn
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Hey Dawn…
I love the idea of publishing 😉
My whole life I’ve wanted to bring Truth to the Public…never realizing it was really going to happen 😉
Perfect way to reach thousands!
The e-cover was way easier than you think and when I show everyone how I did it…you may never order another one again!
I will include that info in the next post…tomorrow 😉
Kathy
Hi Kathy,
I can only echo the others here – wow! Congratulations and good luck with your publishing company Kathy, that is terrific. Your cover there is quite amazing, it really draws you in, I like it 🙂
Nice work Kathy, all the best
Take Care
Julie
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Hi Julie…
and thanks for the kuddos 😉
That e-cover was so easy to do…I am going to reveal where I got it done in my next post…so stay tuned 😉
You will laugh when you see how easy it was 😉
Kathy
Fantastic plans, Kathy, and so very true to your nature. Such a great step in the right direction for you, I admire your spirit and foresight. I do believe you are about to emabrk on the most exciting stage of your journey so far.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
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thanks for you wise words Mandy…I do believe you are right on!
I am feeling this year…like none other!
In three weeks I will be meeting my second marketing friend… 😉
Kathy
Wow! Own book and own publication, that’s really amazing! I’m looking forward in reading more of your blog posts. Hope you’ll share more of your success stories here. Thank you.
Hi! Congratulations!
I’m waiting for your new post!
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Hi Kathy
You were right 2012 is going to be a great year for you and “May the Force be with you! 😉
Congratulations Kathy and I wish you every success with your new Publishing Company; very exciting times indeed.
From our last conversation I know you have some great plans for this year Kathy and I wish you every success in your ventures.
I have been using the “Public Domain” for quite some time now as far back as 2006 and I was fortunate enough to learn a few tips from two great online marketers “Yanik Silver and Dan Kennedy”
Over the years and I have obtained some great material from the Public Domain. (Some of which I haven’t used yet)
I am looking forward to your future posts on this subject Kathy as well as our next chat which hopefully won’t be too far away 😉
Love the cover Kathy; it’s awesome. Roll on the exciting times; I believe they are coming your way in 2012 Kathy…
Take care, catch up real soon
Ian 🙂
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Hi Ian…
Oh I can’t wait to tap into your knowledge of Public Domain. I should have known…since you are the “PLR Master” that you would have knowledge of this untapped source 😉
We need to meet on Skype soon 😉
Next post I am going to show everyone how I made that cover. 😉
Everyone will be making their own covers 😉
Kathy
Hey Ian…
Life is moving at such a fast exciting pace this year!
I feel success right at our finger tips for so many of us…you included.
So, hang on for the ride of your life this year.
I want to connect on Skype and learn about PLR from you…especially the UK side of things 😉
We could share some knowledge 😉
Kathy
Hi Kathy,
What a great start to 2012! Congrats on your success and I hope you continue to be successful. IT goes to show you that determination can make all the difference between success and failure. If you had given up on that initial book, you may not have seen the success you now have.
Good Luck,
~Jeremy
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Hi Jeremy…
Thanks for the kudos 😉
And yes, tenacious is a definite quality that you must have to succeed at anything!
If you want something bad enough…you will go for it 😉
Thanks for stopping by…hope to see you again 😉
Kathy
Thanks for your kind words Jeremy. I do believe it is our determination and tenacity is exactly what sets us apart from others…
Kathy
The blog probably prepared you to create your book, and your success grows! Congrats!
Good thing you’ve got two cooperative publishing company to deal with. I guess they find it better in the long run to answer your question than to be involved in a copyright infringement case; which is actually your personal reason for talking to them in the first place. That hurdle overcame, everyone is happy.
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Congrats to your book. I will surely read this. Just knowing that you wrote it already interest me 🙂
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Hi Kathy,
wow….. here is a great site and i hope you have much success in the future with your project “book”. 2012 chance everything and i hope, this is a chance for all.
i would come back and read more about your book and your way.
great site, great posts…. 🙂
Well done for persevering and following your idea with this book through, many would have given up early on.
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Thanks Matt…tenacious is definitely a word I can claim as my own when I decide I want something.
Nice to see you here…I’ve signed on to get your book 😉
Kathy
This is a great post I ever read so far in my blogging life. It explained the each and every aspect. I learnt a lot from this.
Thanks a lot for sharing this wonderful post with us.
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Hey Kathy,
“Congratulations” my friend it’s great news that you’re getting your teeth into something that you’ve wanted to do for so long.
I once had a look at the public domain but was also concerned as you were about getting into law suits etc. Here in the UK our “stuff” doesn’t hit the public domain for a lot longer than the US so I stayed away from it.
It’s really good that the 2 publishers got back to you and answered your questions. It just goes to prove that if you need to know something “ask those that know the answers”.
Great work Kathy, I wish you every success my friend.
Now i guess you’re really busy but….. I’m holding another video challenge and wondered if you’d like to take part again? It’s running from Feb 29th until March 29th, as it’s a leap year and I’m trying to get people to leap on their fears.
Jacinta has also challenged me to get 100 people taking part so i need all the help i can muster Kathy.
Take care Kathy,
Barry
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Hi Barry…I already know about your video challenge and I’ve got something in mind 😉
Not sure I’ll be able to do a series but I think the one I am doing will help lots of people in such a simple way.
Been so busy with a sort of new direction Barry. Kathy Dobson will stay alive but I must pursue my truest passion this year.
Ha ha that was onery of Jacinta 😉 I will however do a blog post in a week or so Barry. Hope it will help.
I think your idea is just fabulous. I am having a hard time keeping up with you guys from class 😉 😉
Kathy
You truly are an inspiration. Congrats on your new book and for someone who has done a cover for the first time in her life, you did a pretty good job. Wouldn’t it have been easier( perhaps more time effective) if you outsourced part of the work?
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Congrats on the book Kathy! That sounds like it must have been a ton of work!
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Congrads to your book! The stories like yours inspire people to make the first step. What exactly do you think give you a nudge in the right direction?
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Self-publishing is absolutely booming, and PLR / Public Domain books have a wealth of information that can be re-purposed.
Enjoyed your post – and the comments! – inspirational!
Dee
Hi Dee…
Thank you for stopping by and taking the time to comment. I’ve been away…family death and now it’s time to get going here again.
Mom would want it that way.
Hope you come back soon.
Kathy
Looks like some really powerful force is pushing you to do more and achieve more!
Is there any thing that you can’t get done? 🙂
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I like that you call it “I schooled myself” instead of “I learned”! It makes it so much more goal oriented and aware of your targets/goals at the same time! Yay!
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I like the gesture from those two publications. That means they not only after the money, they would also love to see other people grow in the business they are in.
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Please accept my congratulations for your new book release! And we are waiting for more interesting books and blog articles from you!
Hi Kathy,
Thank you for sharing your story, I think it’s very inspiring to see someone like you succeed in blogging and eventually have her own book. I think it’s great and motivates me even more to create my own blog and just follow my passion which is writing.
– Cristina
Hi Kathy,
I love reading your posts. You are very insightful, and you do not sound like any other IM blogger I have ever read before. This makes your writing unique and very enjoyable to read.
By the way, great job with the Public Domain work! Giving away/selling reformatted Public Domain works is an excellent way to “create” products in a short amount of time. It is also great to hear that you have added your own commentary into the book instead of simply making a new cover and selling it. This makes the book much more personal, and I am sure that all of your readers will love it.
-Brendan
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Hi Brendan…
Thank you for your kind words and I am sorry it took so long to respond. I had a death in the family…my mom…and it set me back for a while.
Now, it is time to get busy again 😉
Kathy
Hello Kathy, I would like to congratulate you for your new book. You done well and you really inspire me. Revelations, Clarity and Actions are great, I never tried using public domains but I will have some try soon.
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Congrats.. i am speechless… all i can say is a big WOW on this book thingi… Great stuff and best of luck for the future…
Congratulations on the book! I love coming to this site and reading all the good news that you post. The spiritual insights are usually spot on also.
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Great to hear about your book. I’ve heard a lot of people self publishing; however I have came across mixed opinion about that and most of them advice against it. Would definitely love to hear more about the self publishing business in your future posts. Personally I don’t have much experience in public domain and can’t be much help in this regard. Good luck with the publishing career.
I noticed that your blog is a very spiritual one indeed. We all need some kind of spiritual awareness in our personal and business life. I’ll check out Suzen’s website.
Amazing. I think your blog is inspiring in many ways.
Hi Kathy, Congratulations on the book! All the very best all for the future work.
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Hi Kathy,
What a wonderful journey. It sounds like Public Domain may be your new area of expertise. That was quite a job to take on and I applaud you for your tenacity. I know it has been very rewarding for you personally and spiritually. I’m sorry for your loss.
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I congrats to you for your new book. nice blogging.
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HI again kathy I’ve recently been wondering about the identical issue recently. Happy to see somebody on the same wavelength! Nice article.
Hope everything is doing well for you. Keep it up!
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Congratulations!!This looks pretty wonderful. Good luck for your future endeavors.
I thought copyrights were permanent, so this is all new to me. I’m going to check out Project Gutenberg. Sounds awesome! 🙂
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Congratulation Kathy for your new book
Nice blog dear
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I’m definitely going to check out your new book. I love your blog. It’s such a refreshing take on IM and way different from most sites.
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That amazing, congratulation for new publishing.
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Very interesting subject. Thanks for your topic. Congratulation for your new book. Best wishes.
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The information in this book has changed my life, it’s also opened my eyes to what my life could be. So much so that I wrote my own book about the Law of Attraction titled The Masterplan of Success.