Kimberlie Dykeman Continues to Inspire!

March 29, 2010

Dalton author, Kimberlie Dykeman, is always motivating someone! Following the success of her book Pure Soapbox, she has recently launched the nationwide SOAPBOX® In-home Inspiration Party, “a modern-day get-together that taps the wisdom found in powerful quotes to prompt candid interaction and heart-felt story-telling”. Dykeman inspires her guests to inspire themselves and each other and to get more out of life. Become a host and empower your friends, groups, and clients!

“…this ain’t your grandmother’s Tupperware gathering, prim-n-proper fundraiser, or networking (whining!) event! Instead, this is home-brewed motivation…with a swift kick in the pants!”

Dykeman is also currently working on a Fundraiser for LIVESTRONG wherein she is raising $5,000 this year to help the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

With the success of her SOAPBOX® motivational vignettes, Dykeman was invited to speak at several events in April 2010:

• She will deliver the kick-off keynote speech at the CoreTrac 2010 Users Conference in Austin.

• On 22 April 2010, she will be the featured guest author at the 3rd Annual Taylor Library Board Gala where she will help toast the festive occasion to drive home this year’s “Travel the World with Books” theme for the black tie affair.

• Additionally, she will offer one of her famous vignettes as a toast filled with words of wisdom, reassurance and encouragement to the latest students graduating from the Austin Mentorship Program at St. Edwards University.

You can read an excerpt of Pure Soapbox on Scribd.

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BookPeople Hosts Third Annual Dalton Gang Reading

July 10, 2009

The Dalton Gang is back again for the Third Annual Dalton Gang Reading hosted by BookPeople (603 N. Lamar). Escape the Austin heatwave and join us for a literary treat showcasing seven talented Austin authors on Wednesday, August 12 at 7 p.m..

The evening includes the poetry of Lyman Grant (The Road Home) and W. Joe Hoppe (Galvanized); the Grimm-inspired tales from Ric Williams (Woman in the Tower); the refreshing and incisive fiction crafted by Robert Stikmanz (Sleeper Awakes), Gary Kent’s unbelievable, yet all true, reminiscences of the indie film revolution (Shadows & Light); a jolt of inspiration and motivation from the SOAPBOX® Queen herself, Kimberlie Dykeman (Pure Soapbox); and the always hilarious and entertaining Les McGehee (Plays Well With Others).

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Personality Lends to Successful Career: Dykeman Showcased in “Women of Personality” e-book

April 23, 2009

by Neil Kahn

How much does one’s personality really influence the ultimate success of her career or business? Just ask Kimberlie Dykeman, the SOAPBOX® Queen and author of Pure Soapbox…a cleansing jolt of perspective, motivation, and humor. Recently, Dykeman was selected to participate in the The Personality Project and in turn showcased in Rohit Bhargava’s e-book “Women of Personality,” featuring the success stories of twenty female entrepreneurs who intuitively use their personalities to better their business ventures.

In May 2008, renowned blogger and SVP at Ogilvy PR 360 Digital Influence Rohit Bhargava released his latest book Personality Not Included, which was well-received by business professionals and marketers world wide. However, following a flood of emails and input from female business owners telling Bhargava how they are already putting their personalities to work in their businesses, the author chose to a launch a companion e-book, entitled “Women of Personality.” As part of The Personality Project, Bhargava selected twenty inspiring women to tell their stories of success and answer one simple question: How has personality helped you achieve success with your career or business? Our own Kimberlie Dykeman is one of the featured twenty, and it’s no surprise as she has dedicated her life to being a motivator, educator, and entertainer, building her SOAPBOX® multi-dimensional brand from the ground up.

“I must humbly say that my personality is the best thing I have going for me,” Dykeman said. “A business can begin, grow, and survive without things like a full-fledged business strategy, a jillion connections, investors, or employees, but you can’t just acquire a personality from your local 7-11 store or Walmart, folks. Personality fronts a strong mission, supports a team, engages loyal customers, and cultivates a promising future. And, that said, a great one is priceless!”

According the Bhargava, the entrepreneurs featured in his e-book are some of the most interesting, visionary, and approachable women in business today. He based his selections on the fact that each contributor has not only built a successful career for herself, but has also made significant efforts to help other women find success too.

Dykeman first met Bhargava at the SXSW Interactive conference in March 2008, and they have stayed connected on the Web. Read about The Personality Project and download a free copy of the “Women of Personality” e-book here.

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The Dalton Gang Keeps Austin Bizarre

December 8, 2008

The Dalton Gang is jump-starting the holiday season by taking part in the 2nd annual Keep Austin Bizarre Christmas Bazaar held at the Palmer Events Center on the shore of Lake Austin. The twelve day extravaganza runs from Friday, December 12 through Tuesday, December 23, and features over 100 local artists and retailers, among others. This event truly is an Austin original!

Dalton Publishing author Robert Stikmanz (The Hidden Lands of Nod series) has secured a section of a table with Austinite Denniger Bolton, author of the B.B. Rivers mystery triology (Javelina Press), for December 13-15, 19-22. We are thrilled to be part of such a wonderful affair! Throughout the duration of this holiday event, a selection of our authors will join Rob to sell and sign their books and other products, as well as the entire Dalton catalog.

See below for a complete Dalton Publishing author appearance schedule:

Saturday, December 13
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.: Les McGehee
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.: Joe O’ Connell

Sunday, December 14
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.: Kimberlie Dykeman
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.: Joe O’ Connell

Monday, December 15
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.: TBD
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.: Kimberlie Dykeman

Thursday, December 18
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.: Kimberlie Dykeman

Friday, December 19
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.: Joe O’ Connell
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.: Les McGehee

Saturday, December 20
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.: Les McGehee
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.: Joe O’ Connell

Sunday, December 21
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.: Kimberlie Dykeman
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.: TBD

Monday, December 22
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.: TBD
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.: TBD
11 a.m.-11 p.m.: Kimberlie Dykeman

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Many Upcoming Events Slated for Kimberlie Dykeman

November 5, 2008

Renowned lifestyle coach, motivational speaker, and author Kimberlie Dykeman is a very busy woman! The author of the highly praised book, Pure Soapbox, will be hitting the road over the next few weeks promoting her book, meeting with readers, and offering her own special brand of inspiration.

November 8, 3pm
Book signing at Hastings Entertainment in Round Rock, TX (2200 IH-35 South)

November 10, 9:25am CST
Interview on Cecil Forte’s Blog Talk Radio program, “Who You Calling Old?!”

November 11, 2008
3rd shoot for ShelfLife.tv at AMS Studios in Austin, TX

November 12, 11:30am-1pm
Speaker at the American Women in Radio & Television Austin chapter “Assisting Success” Luncheon at the Austin Women’s Club

November 12, 9:05pm CST
Interview on Blog Talk Radio, “A Cognizant Life Radio Show” with host Mynde Mayfield

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Latest News: Now Emerging from Dalton Publishing - Wiggy Press!

June 18, 2008

Dalton Publishing is thrilled to introduce Wiggy Press, a brand new imprint. Wiggy Press emerges as a platform for more mainstream topics, focusing on timely, self-help, business, and other nonfiction titles. The first release from Wiggy Press is Pure Soapbox…a cleansing jolt of perspective, motivation, and humor by Kimberlie Dykeman.

Acclaimed by fellow Dalton author Owen Egerton as “an espresso shot for your heart,” Pure Soapbox offers an interactive resource of innovative inspiration. “Prepare to laugh, prepare to think, and prepare to be more and more excited about your life,” Egerton says. Kimberlie provides both wisdom and stimulation disguised in wit and humor as she calls readers forth to forge a path of lively participation. Pure Soapbox breaks the ground perfectly for what will become an exciting part of Dalton Publishing.

Join us at BookPeople on Wednesday, June 25 at 7pm for the release party and signing of Pure Soapbox…a cleansing jolt of perspective, motivation, and humor by Kimberlie Dykeman. Expect a memorable night filled with colorful surprises and, of course, motivation with a swift kick in the pants from the SOAPBOX™ Queen herself!

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