Book Publicity – Submissions

Our top five places to write

A writer’s life consists of many things, like determining the best way to outline your manuscript and staying focused. We face rejection; we practice commitment while strategizing ways to sell copies of our books. It can be a full-time job. In fact, for many writers, it is. So another task to add to your ever-increasing to-do list is locatingContinue reading “Our top five places to write”

[Blog] Overcome rejection and press forward

If you have ever made an attempt to become traditionally published, you may have experienced rejection from literary agents. If you self-published your book and received negative reviews, you may feel rejected by readers. If you’ve sought support from family and friends and only received a few smiles and a couple pats on your back,Continue reading “[Blog] Overcome rejection and press forward”

How to confidently ask friends to support your book

I’ve worked with new authors for many years and I’ve observed one challenge that most of them face– asking their friends and family to support their new book. “I don’t want to be too pushy.” “I don’t want to be a bother.” “I don’t think my family will support me and my book.” I understandContinue reading “How to confidently ask friends to support your book”

How to make money at a book signing

This week, we’ve talked about how to have a successful author event and how to engage at your author event. We took a quick break to flirt with a few romantic quotes for Valentine’s Day. Today, I’d like to talk a little bit about a few ways you can make money at your book signings.Continue reading “How to make money at a book signing”

How to engage at your author event

If you want to make money as an author, include author events on your marketing plan. Events are the perfect opportunity to meet residence in your community, connect with other authors and small businesses, and sell books. If you are an author and you haven’t started scheduling book signings, it’s time to do so. Now,Continue reading “How to engage at your author event”