Recently someone wrote in and asked why I don’t post more writing-related stuff here. One of the questions was about the current projects I work on, so I thought I’d include the weekly articles I write for different places. It doesn’t include all of them, of course, but it does give you an idea of what’s out there for writers. And hey, if you like them and want to visit them, all the better.

I tend to do this weekly, but for this week, here are some articles I’ve done recently. Any questions on these? Feel free to ask.

• Where to Find Love
• Meeting Your Birth Mother
• Date Ideas for Midlifers
• Friends Who Are Opposites
• How Social Networking Ruins Friendship
• 2012 Friendship Calendar
• Winnie the Pooh Friendship Quotes
• People You Shouldn’t Friend on Facebook

Also, the About.com Readers’ Choice Awards are going on right now, so if you have a book or blog that might fit, feel free to nominate yourself.

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With the holidays right around the corner, you might be feeling a little stressed when it comes to your dating life. The holiday time often comes with expectations that might not mesh with your current relationship. The good news is, you’re not alone. Here are some common mistakes midlife daters make at the holidays, and how you can avoid them.

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There are a few things that people routinely ask me when they found out I met my hubby online. One is “how” I did it (which I assume means they wonder what kind of pictures I put up and what was in my online profile) and the other is where I met him. (Meaning, which site.) I could tell you, but in the end I don’t think it matters because there are a lot of sites that will work for you. It depends on you and what you’re looking for.

The truth is, I’ve heard of people meeting their special someone on all kinds of different sites. To that end, I’ve highlighted several of the best online dating sites for midlife daters, and also what to do if you want to use a less common or niche site. Check it out, and once you find a site that works, these online dating profile tips will help you write your essay and post the best photos you can.

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Since this whole month is devoted to diabetes (ironic since it falls during the same month where people generally eat more than at any other time), I thought I’d remind you all of my book, 21 Simple Things You Can Do To Help Someone With Diabetes, which talks about the etiquette of diabetes. If you’re a diabetic, you know what I’m talking about here.

People that mean well but comment on the food on your plate, make inaccurate statements about diabetes, or maybe even just continually make comments that bug you, get them this book! I wrote it from experience and have received some wonderful reviews. Here are a couple from Amazon:

Often writers say if they can touch just one life or change one person for the better by telling their story, that their mission is accomplished. Cherie Burbach hasn’t used those precise words; instead she says that “21 Simple Things You Can Do To Help Someone with Diabetes will point you in the right direction so you can truly support your diabetic friend.” Her book has pointed me in the direction and I suspect has changed my life too–at least part of it. ~ more

So many people don’t understand what is ok and what is not ok for a diabetic to eat. Most think that they only need to stay away from desserts or other sugary foods. That isn’t the case by a long shot. Some can’t eat potatoes without their sugar going sky high. Others can’t drink juice. It’s very complicated and everyone is different. Then at times their blood sugar goes to low, and they need to eat something sweet.

This is an excellent book for anyone who has, or knows someone with diabetes. It’s only 76 pages and takes under a half hour to read. I think anyone connected with diabetes in any way should read this book. ~ more

There are many people that you go to school or work with may have diabetes. You can never know what they are going through and sometimes you do not support them when they need it. Cherie’s book is just what the Dr. ordered. I have a friend who is a diabetic and she has gone through some rough times. She has been on insulin since she was two years old and she is now sixteen. She often mentions to me that no one “gets it”. I thought I understood her feelings,until I read this handy little book. The twenty one tips are concise and easy to read. ~ more

I wish 21 Simple Things had been around when she was newly diagnosed. I would have given it to relatives, teachers, coaches, etc. I think it would be an excellent resource for people who have someone in their life who is living with diabetes. I also think diabetes clinics should have it on hand for the newly-diagnosed and their families. ~ more

Christian author Amanda Stephan reviewed my book, 21 Ways to Promote Your Book on Twitter, and I just had to share the awesome note with you. She said:

This easy-to-read book encompasses the many uses of Twitter. It’s not a comprehensive, “you’ll never learn anything from anywhere else” book, but it’s an extremely useful tool for helping people use Twitter more effectively. Chapters are short and full of great pieces of advice and tips. Well worth the money!

Read the rest of the review.

Thanks for the review, Amanda!

How can you market on Twitter? I talk about that in my book, 21 Ways to Market Your Book on Twitter, but I wanted to give you all a flavor of what you could find in the book. So one of the guest posts I did on my recent virtual tour was titled, “3 Great Twitter Marketing Ideas.” The post is at the She’s Got Character blog and I hope you’ll check it out.

For the last year or so, I’ve been learning about the Christian fiction world. I’ve written a couple novels, and quite honestly I’m trying to figure out the best place for them. They are Christian in nature (as is most everything I do) and I’m wondering what the best way to publish and promote them is for me.

In studying all of this, I realized that Twitter offers writers a great platform to promote their books, connect with other writers who are passionate about their Christian faith, and talk with people about their mission. To that end, I wrote a guest post at Rose McCauley‘s blog that talks about ways Christian authors can use Twitter. Please check it out.

Tammie Edington Shaw is hosting me over at her blog, Letters Across the Page, as part of my virtual tour for 21 Ways to Promote Your Book on Twitter. My guest post there is one many of you will be interested in: How to Use Twitter Correctly. Using Twitter is one thing, but using it the right way (in a way that will actually give you some results) is something else. So many times I hear writers complain about Twitter, but when I find out how they are using it I find out they just aren’t using it the right way. It’s not hard to use it, but if you can get a few basics down, you’ll be able to get more traffic, more interaction, and more success. Come join me at Tammie’s blog and say hello!

I’m continuing with my virtual tour for 21 Ways to Promote Your Book on Twitter, and making a stop at Pentalk. The subject? How Twitter can work for writers. I wanted to write this post because so often writers wonder what Twitter is good for. What is the point? Well, the point is that Twitter helps you with all the other types of marketing activities you’re doing. It’s like caffeine for your marketing.

Want more? Please visit my post at Pentalk.

My book 21 Ways to Promote Your Book on Twitter is featured on the Daily Kindle Bargains blog. Check it out if you’re so inclined.