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Melanie Rembrandt is one of the country's top, small business, public relations experts and the founder of Rembrandt CommunicationsR, www.rembrandtwrites.com.

As an SEO copywriter, PR consultant with 20-plus years of extensive experience, and an award-winning writer with over 200 published works to her credit, Melanie has an excellent track record for helping her clients get the targeted, national media attention they need to boost awareness, credibility and sales. fast.

Melanie is the author of "Secrets of Becoming a Publicist," published by American Writers and Artists, http://bit.ly/BecomeaPublicist and "Simple Publicity" published by 1Win Press, http://amzn.to/simplepublicity.

In addition, Melanie is a magna cum laude graduate of the prestigious UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television and provides training presentations to various organizations nationwide and valuable tips and information via her products, services and newsletter at www.rembrandtwrites.com.

When not working, you can usually find Melanie teaching dance or several feet underwater scuba diving!

For more information and help taking your small business to the next level of success, visit www.rembrandtwrites.com.

DON'T READ THIS BOOK unless you want to boost sales, awareness and credibility for your organization or business right away!

By communicating the right messages about your products and services to targeted media-members and customers at the right time and place (public relations or "PR"), you can reach your goals fast and cost-effectively.

Now, you can take advantage of "the power of the press" on your own without spending a fortune!

This book gives you a simple, step-by-step guide and the inside secrets to build buzz and get noticed by the media.

In a matter of hours, you'll learn the PR skills necessary to take advantage of free publicity and gain third-party credibility you simply cannot obtain any other way.

If you want your business to grow fast, read this book!

• The #1 way to get media attention (Hint - It's really easy!)
• The top 4 PR myths - Exposed!
• What never to say or do when talking to a reporter and why
• The top 3 items you need to get the PR results you want - fast!
• What to avoid wearing during a television interview. or else!
• How to get top reporters to contact you now - and much more!

The 4 PR Myths - Busted!

PR Myth #1 - You Need a Lot of Money!

No, you don't! Halleluiah! Just what you wanted to hear! Yes, it is simply not true that you need a lot of money to pursue public-relations efforts. It really just takes time and effort.

In fact, as a new entrepreneur, you may lose a lot of money and sleep by spending big bucks on a large, public-relations agency. I've talked to a lot of business owners who were completely frustrated at the process. After spending thousands of dollars, they received minimal attention and press mentions.

Why? Many large, PR agencies will be interested in having you as a client and taking your retainer fees. But then, as one of their smaller accounts, you may not get the attention you deserve.

This doesn't happen all the time, but a recent college-graduate or intern may handle your account. Then, you may not see the results of working with a well-known agency. And by the time you realize this, your complete, PR budget can disappear!

PR Myth #2 - You Must Hire a Publicist!

If you are just starting out and don't have the money to hire a publicist, you can get some fantastic press coverage on your own. But you need to be willing to take the time to make it happen. This book aims to help you do just that.

After creating a plan, conducting the appropriate research and taking action, it is possible to get targeted media venues to spread the word about your business.

And this refers to more than just the local press. You can book interviews with nationally-syndicated television and radio programs. You can appear on the cover of The New York Times, Fortune and The Wall Street Journal, talk to "Oprah" and the morning radio-show-host, chat on a popular blog, and be on any other media venue you go after!

It's just a matter of researching in advance and taking action.

Need Help Finding Newsworthy Angles?
Now, if you are having difficulty coming up with newsworthy ideas, think about these questions:

.. What part of your business is related to a current news story, holiday or industry event?
.. Do you have a strong opinion about a current headline?
.. What kind of challenges/personal hardships did you go through to create your business?
.. Can you provide tips and advice to others?