Social Media Saturday: It’s All About Your Network

by Molly Jo Realy @MollyJoRealy

So, there’s a bit of a disconnect sometimes when I tell peeps I work with social media. I’m not saying my mom is gonna flash onto to Facebook or so many people will suddenly make my posts go viral. (Although, if it’s for positive reasons, I ain’t gonna lie: That’d be okay with me.)

While I love helping y’all grow your internet presence, there’s one thing you gotta do both on and off the wires: Ya gotta network.

With the new day job I get to attend weekly Chamber of Commerce meetings. My city is … read the rest. . .

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Five Things Friday: My Favorite Magazines

by Molly Jo Realy @MollyJoRealy

TGIF!

Let’s get straight to it, yah? All y’all know I love to bake, cook, and feed people, right? I mean, I’m making some more slow cooker turkey chili tomorrow and about ten people are showing up. I think that’s what they call a correlation.

So, sure. I have my go-to favorites. But recently I’ve discovered something else: The art of cooking the unknown. Now, I’m not about to throw thirty bucks of whatever into the oven and *hope* it turns out okay. I like to investigate my recipes first. A little internet recon, if … read the rest. . .

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Marie Laveau: The Undead Voodoo Queen of New Orleans

by Molly Jo Realy @MollyJoRealy

Marie Laveau was born September 1, 1801. She practiced Creole Voodoo.

Because of my early reading habits [read: Two Books to Read This Week], I’ve always known her.

When I started writing NOLA, there was no question she would be a character. I just didn’t know what kind of character. Oh, sorry. I guess all y’all will have to wait til it’s published to find out the details. #sorrynotsorry

When SuperGirl went to New Orleans last spring, she captured some beautiful photos and has given me permission to share them here. Now, they’re … read the rest. . .

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