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Joe Writeson

@Joe Writeson

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English expat in Saudi Arabia

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English

Lives in Batam

Speaks English, Indonesian, French, Spanish, Portugeuse

Registration: 21 November 2013

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Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
10 years ago
Fred

Writers by Fred

I noticed a thread about a bloke in Java who'd written a book but I can't find it now. The idea seemed quite interesting and I'd rather like to ask a couple of questions to the poster but I have no idea who it was. If he/she should happen to read ...

Joe Writeson

Just recently regained access, why my IP does not like this Forum I do not know but time and time again it either hangs up on me or I get the message 'you are not allowed to access this site' (Moderated: Free advert is not allowed on the forum) Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
mhd.afzal

Seeking Opportunities by mhd.afzal

Hey fellow mates, Hope you all doing good. Well i am a little stressed and nervous now, as i had come to KL in search of opportunities. I belong to the Advertising breed and though would find some dogs like me here ( in a good way ) I am seeking ...

Joe Writeson

Anything would help Joe. I am in Communication business itself. It would be good if you can share by drop box or so. I am extremely sorry if its misunderstood. i haven't called any body dog here. Its just in a funny way.Me and dropbox have a not ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
Julien

Top hiring sectors in Java by Julien

Hi, let’s talk about job opportunities in Java. What are the top hiring sectors? And according to you, what are the most promising job sectors, which will keep creating jobs in Java? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...

Joe Writeson

Expat positions Oil and gas: Project Management. Geologist. QA/QC Manager. Engineering. Construction Manager. Commissioning Manager. Senior Trade positions. Drilling and Exploration Management. Areas where Indonesians are making good ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
silvania101

#Moving to Asia!! by silvania101

Hi, me and my husband we are looking to move to Asia(Malaysia, Indonesia) and we are looking into the in's and out's of this idea. How's life to a expat from america? My husband is a club DJ and i haven't work for a few years but i am very willing ...

Joe Writeson

Huge can of worms...Club DJ is he a 'name' in which case look at Singapore first, expensive but they have a 'Club Culture' and you will have a much better chance of picking up work. One way around the expense of living/working in Singapore is to ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
Joe Writeson

Let's try again - Hello from Joe by Joe Writeson

Well twice now I've tried to say hello and each time my post is deleted... HELLO I'm a Brit Citizen resident in Indonesia and a full time Author...now what's wrong with that?

Joe Writeson

Hello, Joe. Whad'ya know? As Primadonna said, promoting books is not allowed. For example, I would never mention that my books are still available and that people can buy their copies now. Christmas is coming up.I understand completely Hailey in ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
Fred

Writers by Fred

I noticed a thread about a bloke in Java who'd written a book but I can't find it now. The idea seemed quite interesting and I'd rather like to ask a couple of questions to the poster but I have no idea who it was. If he/she should happen to read ...

Joe Writeson

Once you have your basis together Fred we can move on into actually contacting publishers. Two sprang immediately to mind, both Singapore based, one very much in the 'Coffee Table' mode high quality but not high brow arty farty, the second one ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
Fred

Writers by Fred

I noticed a thread about a bloke in Java who'd written a book but I can't find it now. The idea seemed quite interesting and I'd rather like to ask a couple of questions to the poster but I have no idea who it was. If he/she should happen to read ...

Joe Writeson

OK I've got you...start to put it together. Times New Roman font size 12,that is he norm for publishers for review, my book went out in Garamond 11 because it fit better. I've seen your pics and your stories and I suggest you create chapters ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
Fred

Writers by Fred

I noticed a thread about a bloke in Java who'd written a book but I can't find it now. The idea seemed quite interesting and I'd rather like to ask a couple of questions to the poster but I have no idea who it was. If he/she should happen to read ...

Joe Writeson

Thank you for cleaning up...windows next? Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
Fred

Writers by Fred

I noticed a thread about a bloke in Java who'd written a book but I can't find it now. The idea seemed quite interesting and I'd rather like to ask a couple of questions to the poster but I have no idea who it was. If he/she should happen to read ...

Joe Writeson

Ok Fred do you have in mind how you want your book to look and sound, the content, the format? If yes,try and find similar works online and follow back to the publisher's websites, once there, read their guidelines and format requirements. You ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
edvilyn

Money or Love? by edvilyn

Do you agree,that now a days, money is much preferable than love? I mean... people choose rich man rather than the one who love them... :/

Joe Writeson

Money every time....love is great when you are 21 and view the cruel hard world through rose tinted spectacles...when financial hardship comes along love is the first thing to fall by the wayside...love doesn't pay the bills...you can't eat love... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
mhd.afzal

Seeking Opportunities by mhd.afzal

Hey fellow mates, Hope you all doing good. Well i am a little stressed and nervous now, as i had come to KL in search of opportunities. I belong to the Advertising breed and though would find some dogs like me here ( in a good way ) I am seeking ...

Joe Writeson

I have an extremely comprehensive list of current Oil and Gas Projects in Malaysia some may have reqauiremens for Communications personnel. It consists of addresses, webites, email contacts, telephone numbers etc. Thing is it is about 10mb so I ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
Fred

Writers by Fred

I noticed a thread about a bloke in Java who'd written a book but I can't find it now. The idea seemed quite interesting and I'd rather like to ask a couple of questions to the poster but I have no idea who it was. If he/she should happen to read ...

Joe Writeson

I'll respond in detail when I am on the desktop tomorrow...I am on the Nokia and can't see squat...besides my 9yo is watching Mysterious Island so I am doing the Dad equivalent of Google...like 'where does rain come from?... 'how many volts does an ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
Fred

Writers by Fred

I noticed a thread about a bloke in Java who'd written a book but I can't find it now. The idea seemed quite interesting and I'd rather like to ask a couple of questions to the poster but I have no idea who it was. If he/she should happen to read ...

Joe Writeson

www.joewriteson.com I've seen your pics and they are good but it is the comments with them that would make it sell... i have had a bit of a 'domestic' with a couple of publishers before settling on self publishing but using a commercail ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
aryavrat

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN KNOWLEDGE AND KNOWING by aryavrat

Dear All, Knolwdge can be gain by reading listening observing but knowing is only by passing through it....even a blind man can have a knowledge of a light but its not his experience.... regards, anil

Joe Writeson

When I was 18 I knew everything...at 21 I looked back and thought I knew nothing then but I know everything now....at 30 I realised I was pretty dumb at 21...but was pretty sure I knew everything then...at 40 I thought ...well what a dope the 30yo ... Read More

Joe Writeson
Joe Writeson replied to a thread
11 years ago
owais.truefriend

Which is the best city in Europe? by owais.truefriend

Which is the best city in Europe? Please write the name of city which you feel is the best, but you should explain it why it is the best city in Europe in the light of your experience. I guess Vienna is the best city.

Joe Writeson

Copenhagen....history...the Tivoli Gardens...friendly open people...oh and Carlsberg Special Brew on draught... Read More