Another features long expected is the advertising and promotion at the end of a book. Along with the ability to rate the book you will “get personalized recommendations for what to read next, and see more books by the same author.” These mini-promotions will be at the back of the book, for now.
Archives for 2011
Win a Trip to the Writers Digest Conference
For 80 years, the Annual Writer’s Digest Competition has rewarded writers for their finest work. WD continues this tradition by giving away more than $30,000 in cash and prizes! See Writer’s Digest Website for prizes, rules, judging and notification. About the Writer’s Digest Conference from January 2011 Win a trip to the Writer’s Digest Conference […]
Avoiding Publishing Hazards in a Self-Publishing World
No matter the business service offered, there will always be scams and flimflam artists. Fortunately, not everyone is unethical. Unfortunately, there are many unethical publishers that prey upon the ignorant and the emotional desire for success. If planning to self-publish, do a little research first to avoid becoming disillusioned and taken. What to Look for. […]
Building a Platform: Introduction to Using Social Media
Facebook and Twitter are household names synonymous with social networking and yet many writers continue to resist. Perhaps it is due to time constraints. No matter the reason, writers must embrace the social medias. They offer free resources and have proven to increase visibility and exposure – something every writer needs to achieve.
Writer, Publisher and Publicist; Dan L Hays
Conversation with Dan L. Hays on Marketing, Promotion and Publicity, Part 2… In an interview with published author Dan Hays in November 2010, we discussed the three hats of today’s author: Writer, Publisher and Publicist. In this segment we touch on building brand awareness of a writer and his work. This includes branding, developing a […]
Congratulations, Shirleyann Regis, “Get Noticed” Contest Winner
A big Congratulations! to Shirleyann Regis, our “Get Noticed” contest winner. Shirleyann Regis submitted “Tears of the Heart”, her second book of poems where “love and compassion can be felt” within the pages. And they certainly can. Congratulations, Shirleyann. “Tears of the Heart” by Shirleyann Regis “Tears of the Heart” came about because the Author […]
6 Steps to Do When You’ve Finished Writing Your Book
You finished your First Draft. Time to celebrate – seriously. You need to give yourself time to recoup, because now, the hard part begins. Promotion, Publication and Marketing, oh my!