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We hear the term "engage" a lot when discussing social media marketing but what does that mean exactly? Gary Vaynerchuk, author of CRUSH IT! and social media marketing guru explains exactly what it means for authors to engage. Link your data, search smarter, and market better. Learn why semantic web technology is critical for the future of business and media from leaders including Mark Johnson (Bing at Microsoft), Johanna Wright ...
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After a week-long hiatus from Twitter, the venerable book review outlet Kirkus Reviews returned to the microblogging site to reassure readers that the January 1st issue of the magazine will be published. On Dec. 10th, it was announced that Kirkus Reviews would close , taking away about 5,000 book reviews a year--a tremendous loss for the publishing industry. As we enter 2010, many wonder about the future of the book review. It would be ...
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