I’m the owner of HardMagic & TheSBON. HardMagic is my publishing company which I started at 13 years old as a web design company. I’ve made literally hundreds of websites, designed computer systems for families & professionals, and even networked computers for doctors’ offices. Recently, HardMagic has moved into other forms of publishing, including print. With the release of The Fire Within, I’ve now expanded the company and have 6 books coming out in late 2009 from 4 different authors. Check out HardMagic’s website.
Fix Your PC: Memory Cleanup & Virus Removal - Sat, 22 May 2010
Computers haven’t changed much over the years. We’ve been using the exact same method for over 10 years now to clean up viruses on windows systems. It’s a really easy process, actually. We’re posting this information from a site we ran 5 years ago and the details to the T still work perfectly.
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Write With Us? - Tue, 06 Apr 2010
If you’re interested in joining HardMagic as a writer, this post will help you achieve just that.
Keep in mind that we hire 99% of our employees through our internship program. So if you are just starting out in writing, I would advise to go that route. Though, we also bring on veteran writers who are [...]
Contest Rules - Wed, 28 Oct 2009
These rules must be read before submitting a short story for our Fiction Competition.
1. No entry fee is required, and all rights in the story remain the property of the author. All types of fiction are welcome with the exception of poetry.
2. All entries must be original works, in English. Plagiarism, which includes the use of third-party [...]
Short Story Fiction Competition - Wed, 28 Oct 2009
Over the course of 2010, we will be accepting short stories from aspiring authors at universities across the country. All the information on this is found right here. We will be publishing a book in 2011 with 24 short stories we pick from over 800 Universities. This means over 20,000 students will [...]
Winter Web Design Special - Wed, 09 Sep 2009
This Winter, take advantage of our basic web design package and have your website up and running in less than 48 hours! For $799, you get a 6 page website with your brand & slogan, a contact page, and more. We’ll teach you how to run the website yourself after we get it up and [...]
TheSBON is The Santa Barbara Online News. At The SBON, we believe in one thing: NOBS. That’s right. We are tired of big business running our media. Here, you will find unbiased reviews and news on what is current in the Santa Barbara area on areas such as health and fitness, business, entertainment, and lifestyles, and more.
We are online and have no central location. Our employees work from home, are eco-friendly, and are passionate about spreading the great messages you see here. We are your open-minded source for media in the Santa Barbara area.
Kindle vs. Nook - Sat, 21 Aug 2010
When Johannes Gutenberg invented the movable printing press in about 1439, books crossed over from hand-printed originals to semi-mass produced copies. Then for centuries not much changed; they were just pages bond in an outer cover and that was it. But more recently, the electronic book reader (e-book reader) was invented, drastically changing the way people read. [...]
The Leaf of Life - Wed, 04 Aug 2010
The beauty of nature is sometimes overwhelming. Life starts with just a small seed that has fallen upon the earth.
The desolate seed grasps the soil with its roots, reaching for nutrients. Nurtured by water alone, the seed is able to curiously spread its roots. Searching every which way the roots rejoice in unison as they [...]
Melinda Marchiano, Author of “Grace,” Shares Her Knowledge! - Wed, 28 Jul 2010
"Grace," an upcoming book by Greenleaf Book Company, was written by sixteen-year-old cancer survivor, Melinda Marchiano. In this interview with TheSBON, Melinda shares secrets to the publishing industry for young authors, discusses her book, "Grace," and the trials and successes of both writing and getting published.
Eco-friendly Handbags Make A Fashion Statement - Mon, 31 May 2010
As every woman knows, a stylish handbag is a quintessential fashion accessory. What most women do not realize is that designer leather handbags are made through a process that is harmful to both animals and the environment. To remedy this problem, several great companies have developed handbags, clutches, totes, and wallets that are eco-friendly [...]
Marina Stanger - Sat, 01 May 2010
Marina Stanger is a model from Croatia who shares fabulous secrets on how to get your hair as gorgeous as hers. Join us as she reveals these secrets to theSBON.
My latest book, The Fire Within, is available now for purchase. 
Learn the secrets of weight loss as I take you back to your primal state and reteach you how to build a fire. With this innovative concept of building a fire within your body, anyone can learn how to lose weight.
“Previously the HR Manager for a highly respected company, I was constantly bombarded by health care professionals. Matt’s plan is unique in that he has a very practical and sound approach. With his science and reasoning, I was personally able to shed 30 much unwanted pounds after just two hours of consulting with him…”
Luke Watson, 46 year old Business Consultant
The Fire Within
Available in E-Book and Paperback from Amazon.com
Download: 1 documents, 4646 KB
Printed: 168 pages, 6? x 9?, perfect binding, white interior paper (60# weight), black and white interior ink, white exterior paper (100# weight), full-color exterior ink Published by HardMagic
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