<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Lorice Parker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lorice Parker]]></description><link>https://www.loriceparker.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:17:07 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.loriceparker.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[What is to Come]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2025, we climbed some mountains, sat in some valleys, and experienced some losses. Those things will be with us forever. As I begin a new year, I am determined to not have those things define me but to develop me. I invite you to join me in walking into 2021 with a posture of hope that things will be different. Allow yourself a moment to reflect on where you have been only so that you can be ready for what is to come. Lorice Parker Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Therapy Café®]]></description><link>https://www.loriceparker.com/post/how-to-promote-your-book-launch-effectively</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6fe13416cff318c18668ef</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:30:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_4205beb4c8da4908b50f8ea377485b92~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lorice Parker, LICSW</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top Strategies for Successfully Launching Your Book]]></title><description><![CDATA[Launching a book is an exhilarating journey filled with anticipation and excitement. However, it can also be daunting, especially for first-time authors. The success of your book launch can significantly influence its visibility and sales. In this post, we will explore effective strategies to ensure your book launch is a resounding success. Eye-level view of a cozy reading nook with a stack of books Understanding Your Audience Before you even think about launching your book, it's crucial to...]]></description><link>https://www.loriceparker.com/post/top-strategies-for-successfully-launching-your-book</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6fe12f16cff318c18668df</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:30:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/439366_9df8b4f46d8a4580b555e647689a8cea~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lorice Parker, LICSW</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Loving You, Yourself,  and Others]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several months ago I was feeling down and could not figure out what was going on. One day I received 6 fuchsia roses in the mail with a card that said, “no one loves you more than me.” This was the start of a three month affair that changed my life. My husband would send me flowers, but these were not from him. When I decided to send myself those flowers I thought it would be “funny.” That is how the affair started; it lead to dinners by myself, movie nights, long walks along a body of water...]]></description><link>https://www.loriceparker.com/post/essential-steps-for-a-successful-book-launch-campaign</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6fe12616cff318c18668c8</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:30:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/db41bf6d4b3984df4d4cf2c4ce1d0221.jpg/v1/fit/w_454,h_529,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lorice Parker, LICSW</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>