If you’re a self-published author, chances are you’ll be offering your books for sale on Amazon.com. Whether or not you currently have an account, there are a few things you should know about navigating Amazon’s Kindle platform most effectively as a published author, particularly if you choose to use one or more pen names. However, […]
Albert Einstein said it best when he stated that “Example isn’t another way to teach, it is the only way to teach.” And let’s face it, young people today learn from many influential people- the most important being their parents, but also teachers, friends and even athletes and celebrities. So when we teach kids about […]
Think back to the last time you were in a bookstore. How did you choose a book to read? Sure you have your favorite sections, but chances are you looked at the front cover, back cover, and (if you are the thorough type) inside the jacket. If you look around the store, you will see […]
If you’re an expert who has written a book about your area of expertise – or you’re in the process of writing it – I’m sure you know already that it’s not enough to just publish the book and wait for the money to come rolling in. You need to do more – much more […]
Not all authors should spend time learning how to market. That may go against conventional wisdom, but it’s true. In reality, some authors are not willing to put in the time or effort to do what it takes to market their books. Some get downright nasty towards those of us who are making money with […]
Kay Williams is a professional actress who has played leading roles at regional theaters around the U.S., including the San Francisco Actors Workshop and the Pittsburgh Playhouse. Among her many credits are the title role in “Miss Jairus,” Cybel in “Great God Brown,” and Georgette in “The Balcony,” all plays that are part of the […]
As a book publicist, I am frequently asked to find a literary agent for my author clients. While I know many agents and publishers and work with them, it’s not what I do. But, from time to time, I find someone who can really help out my clients and I’ve found that person. Her name […]
Are you an assistant-to-authors or a do-it-yourself author? Do you include selling books to business organizations in your marketing program? You should. By getting outside of the bookstore channel, you will have the potential of selling not just one book at a time but 1000s of books at a time. You’ll want to take advantage […]
Interview with Kwesi Nichols and Tristan Cooley authors of The Best in the Game: Let Us Show You How to Get Rich in Real Estate Real Estate-Duo Publishing, Inc. (2007) ISBN 9780977867509 Reviewed by Stephanie Rollins for Reader Views (3/07) Today, Tyler R. Tichelaar of Reader Views is happy to be joined by Kwesi Nichols […]
Start where you are with what you have. You’ve heard it hundreds of times. But what does that mean? You’ve published the book and you got it on up Amazon. Congratulations! Now what? Now the fun and frenzy begins. You push people to buy it. You share the link from Amazon. You do “free download” […]