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The book reveals how Harry Potter became so popular and what steps other brands need to take to reach similar success.  It’s an interesting read for business people and anyone interested in learning how a children’s fantasy book became such a huge phenomenon.

You can learn more by reading the interview that Mary Emma Allen of b5media’s HomeBizNotes blog conducted with me and even enter to win a copy of Harry Potter: The Story of a Global Business Phenomenon.

The book is available in bookstores and online through sites such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Borders and more.

Image: Susan Gunelius/Palgrave Macmillan

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According to Enkay, the list is compiled using Alexa, Technorati and Page rankings (with Technorati holding the most weight in his rating system).  He knows those criteria aren’t entirely accurate in terms of demonstrating a blog’s popularity or a blogger’s abilities, but his goal is simply to showcase female bloggers in a single location.  He plans to update the list every month.  I’m looking forward to finding great new blogs on this list!

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• Filipina Soul – A yummy sounding recipe for Putong Puti (Rice Muffins).
• Flyaway Cafe – Picks her 7 Family Vacation Destinations that are FUN & Educational.
• Geeky Traveller – Answers the questions Is the New iPhone 3G useful for travelers?
• Let’s Visit Asia – Unfortunately, Thai Airways Adjusts Fuel Surcharge (hint:  it’s going up).
• Sirened – An argument for decriminalization of drugs with Prescription Drugs Kill More People than Illegal Drugs.
• Southern Byways – Suggests Museum Exhibitions to See This Summer.
• Starked DC – Give us his Electoral College Forecast: 6/17 Update.
• Starked SF – Explores Reality Television: America’s Obsession with Losing and Failure.
• The Boston Traveler – Another yummy regional recipe, How to Make Boston Cream Pie from Scratch.
• The Chicago Traveler – A restaurant review, Green Zebra Offers Upscale Vegetarian.
• The DC Traveler – Something to think about, Place to Reflect and Remember.
• The Denver Traveler – A beautiful look at Colorado’s Capitol Building.
• The Disney Traveler – Spells out the 2008 Walt Disney World Park Ticket Prices in Simple Terms.
• The Hawaii Traveler – An eating guide,  Aloha, and Thanks For All the Fish.
• The Kuala Lumpur Traveler – Saving money is always important, Pak Lah latest cost cutting measures proved that the government can save.
• The Las Vegas Adventurer – Good news on a popular story, The Mirage Welcomes Tiger Cubs to the Secret Garden.
• The London Traveler – Shopping anyone –  Harrods or Harvey Nicks?
• The New York City Traveler – Outdoor urban haunts, 5 Favorite Rooftop Bars in New York City (and 1 in New Jersey).
• The Paris Traveler – Explain a culinary treat, Let’s Go To Italy (Or My Kitchen) and Eat Some Nutella.
• The San Diego Traveler – BIG golf news, Tiger Takes It In Sudden Death Overtime.
• The Seattle Traveler – Fact and fiction, The Legend & Money of D.B. Cooper.
• The South Florida Traveler – Keep cool, Cool Off at the Venetian Pool.
• The Switzerland Traveler – Simply beautiful, Even More Photos of Chateau Chillon.
• The Sydney Traveler – It’s about the animals, A Day at the Zoo.
• The Tokyo Traveler – The song and the game, Pachinko – Get your Gambling Fix in Tokyo!
• The Vancouver Traveler – It’s all about the music, 23rd Vancouver International Jazz Festival.
• Traveling the Green Way – Sustainable eating, On the Road: Finding Eco-Friendly Restaurants.

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Check out these T-themed posts from the b5media Travel and Culture Channel:

At Europe String, Jul brings us lots of “T’s” with her list of favorite European destinations that start with the letter T.

At Filipina Soul, Grace celebrates her second year biogging with a look back at the Top 20 Best Posts at Filipina Soul.  Choose your favorite!

At Flyaway Cafe, T is for Trevi Fountain and Three Coins in the Fountain.  Why don’t you toss one in, too?

At Let’s Visit Asia, Ruth says that T is for the Tarsier, the world’s smallest primate at 4-5 inches in height.  How adorable!

At Sirened, T is for Talking Political Heads, as Alex give us his view of the newscasters who brings us 24-hour news commentary.

At Starked DC, T is for lots of things, Starked DC Style.  See if you can guess what’s on the list.  And Happy Birthday J-Michael!

At The Atlanta Traveler, Claudine tells us that T is for Tasty Hotdogs at the Varsity, a favorite place for locals and tourist.

At The Chicago Traveler, Matt says that Chicago is all about “T” Time, with lots of tall buildings, Top Chef, and the Taste of Chicago.

At The DC Traveler, Jon says that T is for Treasure, in his post Hidden Treasures of Afghanistan., about an exhibit at the National Gallery of Art.

At The Denver Traveler, Shawn Marie suggests Two T’s to Travel To.  Can you guess where?

At The Disney Traveler, Susan takes us back to an earlier musical time, and THE Monkees:  Check Out Davy Jones at Disney.

At The Hawaii Traveler. TNT is Dynamite, and Jody tells us what TNT she’s talking about.

 At The Kuala Lumpur Traveler, THE Heat is On for judiciary reform.  Read what Che thinks about that ambitious undertaking.

At The Las Vegas Adventurer, T is For Taxi Tips.  It’s almost as complicated as learning to play craps!

At The London Traveler, T is for Tea.  Make your choice and drink up!

At The New York City Traveler, T is for Transportation, and Heather gives us detailed instructions in her Transportation Round-Up: Getting Into, Out Of, and Around New York City.

At The Paris Traveler, Kim is Takin’ it to the Streets, with her post about strikes and protests in France.

At The Seattle Traveler, you’ll get not just T, but all the other letters of the alphabet, too, with Seattle A to Z. a listing of quintessential must-sees in the city.

AT The South Florida Traveler, T is for Taste, and Katherine’s round up of all sorts of delicious dining choices.  It’ll be hard to make a selection.

At The Sydney Traveler, Lauren also says that T is for Tea, in her post Tea for Two, or Even More. 

At The Tokyo Traveler, T is for Trains in Tokyo, and Shane’s explanation of the Yamanote line.

At The Toronto Traveler, Justin puts it simply with T is for Toronto. and some of his favorite locations in the city.

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The South Florida Traveler is written by Katherine Lynch who will write about South Florida for both visitors and locals.  Check it out when you can!

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• Jon at The DC Traveler created the Inside the Beltway Martini. 
• J. Michael at Starked DC created the DC Martini.
• Susan at The Disney Traveler created the Martinimagination.
• Justin at The Toronto Traveler created the Toronto Toddy.
• Shane at The Tokyo Traveler created the Tokyo Tsunami and the Tokyo Tourist.
• Alex at Sirened created the Amsterdam Green Haze Martini.
• Mary Jo at Fly Away Cafe created the Stew-tini. 
• Mary Jo at The Seattle Traveler created the Useless Needle.
• Matt at The Chicago Traveler created seven Chicago cocktails.
• Geoff at The Switzerland Traveler created the Zurich Banker and the Zurich Blue.

Enjoy!

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• Jul from Europe String is Back from Italy, and has a photo to prove it.
• From Grace at Filipina Soul, we have photos of Malacanang of the North, the “White House” of the North, and home to exiled formed President Marcos and his family.  And Grace offers Photos of Manila Ocean Park, a new oceanarium in the Philippines.
• Mary Jo at Flyaway Cafe is still bragging about her recent vacation with Fog Rolls in on the Island of Capri.
• Sherry at Geeky Traveler has a photo review of a tripod with Joby Gorillapod Review.
• Alex at Sirened brings humor to his photo essay with Jackass Amsterdam Photos of the Week.
• Apryl at Southern Byways gives us a taste of the 22nd state with Alabama’s Outdoors in Photos.
• J-Michael at Starked DC creates a little fireworks with b5 Travel & Culture Theme Day.
• Paul at Starked SF includes a few witty barbs along with his photos of The View from My Backyard.
• Matt at The Chicago Traveler shows photos of eight attractions that allow you to  Enjoy Chicago for Free.
• Jon at The DC Traveler has a contest along with his photos at Friday Photo Caption Contest.
• Susan at The Disney Traveler makes things look real in Jungle Cruise at Walt Disney World, a Review in Pictures.
• Jody at The Hawaii Traveler gives us a photo a one of her camping buddies at Resorts Without Walls: Camping in Hawai’i.
• Che at The Kuala Lumpur Traveler shows the fun side of the city with Having Fun at Sunway Lagoon Theme Park.
• Heather at The New York City Traveler shows off a bit of unique architecture with photos of the Flatiron Building.
• Kim at The Paris Traveler offers up Grand Palais and Monumenta 2008 about a showing by sculptor Richard Serra.
• Mary Jo at The Seattle Traveler tries to convince us that it doesn’t rain in Seattle all the time with Blooming Days in Seattle.
• Geoff at The Switzerland Traveler, now back blogging after recovery from his injury, shows the many sides of his country with Swiss Photos of the Week.
• Lauren at The Sydney Traveler shows off a little architecture with her post Sydney’s Stunning Churches.
• Shane at The Tokyo Traveler has photos of Sumo at Yasukuni Shrine along with a bit of explanation about the sport.
• Justin has The Toronto Traveler’s Submission to the b5media Travel & Culture Theme Day.

Enjoy your trip around the world!

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