Today is International Day of Awesomeness, and all of us at Story Empire want to acknowledge someone who has done so much for our writing community, Sally Cronin!
Author Bio
I have enjoyed a nomadic existence living in eight countries including Sri Lanka, Malta, South Africa, USA and Spain, before settling back here in Ireland. My work, and a desire to see some of the most beautiful parts of the world in the last forty years, has taken me to many more incredible destinations around Europe and Canada, and across the oceans to New Zealand and Hawaii. All those experiences and the people that I have met, provide a rich source of inspiration for my stories.
After a career in customer facing roles in the hospitality, retail, advertising and telecommunications industry, I wrote and published my first book in 1999 called Size Matters, about my weight loss journey, losing 150lbs in 18 months. This has been followed by 14 further fiction and non-fiction books, including a number of short story collections.
My first book release resulted in a radio interview in Spain that led to four years as a nutritional consultant for an English language station, and this was followed by four years with my own health show and Sunday morning show on local radio station in the UK and then as station director, newsreader and presenter for an online television station.
As a writer I know how important it is to have help in marketing books and from 2002 I have been working with authors on their book launches and publicity. At that time it was very much physical book launches and press coverage locally to stimulate national interest.. Today it is very different with a global market via the worldwide web.
As important as my own promotion is, I believe it is important to support others within our community. I offer a number of FREE promotional opportunities on my blog, linked to my social media. If you are an author who would like to be promoted to a new audience of dedicated readers, please contact me via my blog. All it will cost you is a few minutes of your time. Look forward to hearing from you.
For 2022 there are some changes to the promotions with the focus on those authors I can personally recommend and you can find the details here…The Smorgasbord Bookshelf – 2022 – Free book marketing and Personal Recommendations
Sally has an amazing catalog of books that I am happily working my way through. Here are the books I’ve enjoyed and my reviews. Click on the book cover for US Amazon link:
“Life is like a Mosaic” is a book of poetry that offers images to add to the journey. I have always loved the mixture of pictures and words, and this collection is a delightful blend of that. I like how honest and insightful the poems are with various subjects that take daily life into a deeper realm. Here are a few of my favorite lines: “defies monochrome hues/with a splash of colour/softening their/harshness,” “Clarity as the memories cascade/tumbling down the precipice of time/as if the floodgates have opened,” “The moon/hangs in the sky/lighting the earth at night,” “Sit/serene/with wise thought/and let them drift,” “Nature’s young frolic in the sun/under blossom topped tree/celebrating/new life,” and “Washed up/are words that haunt.” A thoughtful collection that I can highly recommend for poetry lovers. Five-stars
I hope you will pick up one of these great reads today and support Sally as much as she supports all of us 🙂 Thank you, Sally, you are truly awesome!!! xo
Where you can connect with Sally
Blog: Smorgasbord Blog Magazine
Twitter: @sgc58 –
Facebook: Sally Cronin –
LinkedIn: Sally Cronin
Wow Denise.. thank you so much not only for this amazing feature and a reminder of your wonderful reviews, but for all the shares today and comments. Not just a wonderful start to the day but a highlight of my blogging journey… I will share all of your features in a special on Sunday – have a lovely day ♥
I was thrilled to be a part of giving back to you, after all you’ve done for us 🙂 Hugs xo
Thank you Denise ♥
A wonderful tribute to an absolutely wonderful lady! Sally is so fantastic. Thanks, Denise 💕🙂
Thanks Harmony and your lovely feature too… what an amazing day ♥
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Thanks, Harmony 🙂 Yes she is!
A fantastic tribute for Sally, Denise. She is a truly AWESOME lady! 🙂
Thanks Mae… still in a state of shock to be honest ♥
Thanks, Mae 🙂 She really is!
Fabulous tribute to a truly awesome lady. It fills my heart with joy to see such an outpouring of love for Sally today. Thanks, Denise.
I will second that emotion Staci.. ♥
Thanks, Staci 🙂 I’m feeling the very same joy. Xo
I love seeing Sally all over the blogosphere today. She’s an incredibly giving woman, so it’s nice to see her getting much deserved attention. Great post, Denise! 🙂
A lovely post Yvette and I have never trended in my life… but today has given me a taste of the high life lol…Amazing and very much appreciated. ♥
I’m loving seeing her all over the blogoshere too, Yvette 🙂 It is much deserved attention, agreed!
I just put one of Sally’s books on my TBR.:-) Thanks for spotlighting her, Denise!
Thanks very much Priscilla.. I hope you enjoy..x
Thanks, Priscilla 🙂 Yay! Happy reading!
Awesome tribute to an awesome lady. Sally’s story is amazing. Thanks for showcasing her today, Denise.
Thanks again Joan.. another lovely post for me to treasure. xx
Thanks, Joan 🙂 Awesome is the perfect word to use for Sally!
Wonderful post, and the comments look like you moved at least on book. Add in all the sharing buttons, and the word should spread today.
Thanks very much Craig.. it has been like wildfire and I am so grateful for the boost.. loving it. xx
So glad it’s working well.
Thanks, Craig 🙂 I hope many get to enjoy her awesome books!
Nicely done, Denise. Many congrats to Sally on her Awesomeness, her amazing selection of books, and your wonderful reviews.
I am overwhelmed with gratitude Diana.. amazing ♥
Thanks, Diana 🙂 So happy to be able to share in her awesomeness!
I love your post, Denise. What a delightful day this is – a true celebration of the ways Sally embodies awesomeness. Thank you! 💗
Thanks Gwen and totally agree a wonderful post and a delightful day ♥
Thank you, Gwen 🙂 It is an awesome celebration of Sally xo
Another wonderful tribute to someone we all know and love, and who has been such a fabulous supporter of writers and bloggers everywhere! I can’t think of anyone with more AWESOMENESS about everything she does than Sally, and I’m so happy to see all these tributes, Denise! It’s fabulous!
Sally, I hope you’re enjoying all the hoopla and fanfare. A great way to celebrate your genuinely AWESOME self, my friend! ROCK ON! 🤗💖🤗
Well Marcia.. this day certainly gets marked down as awesome.. but not for me but the wonderful posts and comments from all these amazing writers and friends – you make every day special.. I might need a nap lol ♥♥
Its nice to do this tiny gesture for Sally in thanks for all she does for us indie writers 🙂 it’s fun seeing her all over today! Thanks, Marcia xo
Terrific reviews, Denise. Thanks for sharing them on Sally’s Day
Thank you, John 🙂 Thrilled to do my tiny part. Xo
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I couldn’t agree more! Sharing enthusiastically…
Thanks very much Jacqui.. I am having an amazing day xx
Thank you, Jacqui 🙂 Much appreciated!
These posts are awesome. What a wonderful way to celebrate our friend, Sally!!
Thanks very much Darlene..♥
Thank you, Darlene 🙂 Sally definitely deserves to be celebrated!
Wow! What a wonderful post to honor Sally’s awesomeness. Congratulations Sally. Love and hugs dear friends.
Thank you, Balroop 🙂 So happy to do something for Sally for once!
Thanks for all your messages Balroop they mean a great deal ♥
What a beautiful tribute to a truly awesome blogger in our community, Denise. Have an awesome day, Sally! 😍💞
Thanks, Miriam 🙂 She sure is an awesome blogger and person in our community!
She is indeed, Denise! She does above and beyond for the community. 😍
Thanks so much for your messages of support Miriam.. still on cloud nine ♥
I can imagine, Sally.😍💐
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What a beautiful post you put together for Sally! I love that you included a lot of her books. Here’s to Sally Cronin Day! Thanks, Denise!
Thank you, Jan! I like the name of Sally Cronin Day. It sure is!
It is a beautiful post Jan and you have all been so generous thank you ♥
Such a beautiful tribute to a wonderful human being. Thanks for sharing, Denise.
Thank you, Beem. She certainly is!
Thanks Beem x
So well deserved. Sally rocks.
She sure does, Sandra xo
Thanks Sandra ♥
AND That’s a great pic of you, Sally.
Hope you both have an exceptionally good weekend.
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I need to read Sam soon- he’s so beautiful! Love that you all came up with the Awesome Sally Cronin Day- she rocks!
I know you’ll love reading about Sam 🙂 She does rock! Xo
Thanks Jacquie and I hope you enjoy Sam when you have time to read..♥
Hi Denise, this is a wonderful idea and a super post. I have also read all of these books of Sally’s and they are all great reads. Just an Odd Job Girl is my favourite, that story has always stayed with me. The Sewing Circle in Flights of Fancy is also brilliant.
Thanks, Robbie 🙂 I have those on my TBR List and really look forward to reading all of them as I work my way through her amazing catalog. Xo
Thanks Denise you are a star ♥
Thanks so much Robbie and for all your lovely support over the last few years and your great reviews have a lovely weekend. ♥
All these wonderful posts highlighting Sally’s writing and the wonderful work she does promoting other authors and bloggers…All well deserved 🙂 x
Thanks again Carol and for visiting all these amazing posts… ♥
Yes, it was so well deserved, Carol 🙂
A fantastic tribute to an amazing, kind, talented, and fascinating person! Thanks for sharing, Denise. 🙂
Thanks very much Mark for doing the rounds and for you kind comments x
She is definitely all those things, Mark 🙂