November 2009 Archives

Booksellers have a difficult time selecting books related to terrorism. The attempt to present solid titles on various aspects of this issue often pushes booksellers into a minefield of sloppy titles that fail to educate readers. 

How to Sell Your Book Locally, by John Kremer

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Here are two tips that Bob Sanchez shared at the Book Marketing Network (http://bookmarket.ning.com). I thought they were very good tips for helping you to sell some of your books locally.

Get Real Followers on Twitter by John Kremer

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Last week in my weekly newsletter I said that there are two ways you can get 5,000 more Twitter followers in the next four weeks.
I have in my right hand, direct from my home office in Corn Borer, Indiana, today's top ten list. The category, while you relax with your paper or slouch in front of the computer screen . . .

Top ten reasons to give thanks . . . when you think you don't have any
Literary festivals present fantastic opportunities for authors to meet readers and inform the public about their books. Here are a few tips for working the crowds.

6 Ways to Recycle Free Publicity by Joan Stewart

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Feeling proud for persuading a local radio station to air a half-hour interview with you? Or for getting a two-page spread in a national magazine?

Writing during the Christmas holiday season can be a lot of fun, there is just so much that can be written about. If you do a search on Google Trends, you will find the top 100 searches being conducted at any given time. If your premise behind writing is, hoping that someone will read what you have to say, it is always a good thing to be writing about popular topics.

Book Trailers as Tools of Book Promotion

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755534_com_btlogonew.jpgA book trailer is a short video of the book. It is a commercial just like the preview of a movie is a commercial. It usually runs to up to three minutes and it includes text, images, and music. Trailers can be fun, sad, mysterious or frightening, depending on the genre and tone of the book.
Congratulations! You have finished writing your nonfiction book. Now, it is time to have it published. Publishing makes your book "real." Yet, this is the part of the process that so often derails even the most passionate and determined author. For a novice author, it may seem mysterious and confusing, but a book coach can help dispel the mystery by clarifying available publishing options. Here are five ways to publish: 
The following post is a reprint of an email newsletter I received from Mahesh Grossman of the Authors Team and author of Write a Book Without Lifting a Finger:
Marketing is the bugbear of many creative types, to the extent where the shy introverted writer is almost a cliché. Several excellent volumes take this fear and help the writer to run with it.
I have detailed at length in articles, books and websites, the many problems with the traditional book publishing model. Here's a quick review of the more significant downsides of that model: 

Is It All About Business Exchange?

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The following article is excerpted from Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Social Media But Were Afraid to Ask by Hillary J.M. Topper. 

BusinessWeek Exchange is one of the most inventive, creative ideas to come along in a long time. It takes the idea of user in user-generated content and does something really interesting with it. 
HarperCollins occupies floors 1 through 22 of a giant steel-and-glass box on 53rd Street. But up on 26, the receptionist for a tiny offshoot of the company sits alone, gatekeeper to a few drab rows of empty cubicles. A glass container on a table holds a mysterious pile of bright-yellow lightbulbs.
actlikeyouknowcover.jpgThings are steaming up in the Beta Gamma Pi sorority and Stephanie Perry Moore gives you the full scoop on what's going on in her Beta Gamma Pi Series. Once you pledge membership you can't help but to experience trials, tribulations, true love, genuine friendship, and loyalty in more ways than one.

Here is a short description of the latest book in the Beta Gamma Pi series by Stephanie Perry Moore:
biopic.jpgJEFFREY A. JOHNSON, SR. is senior pastor of Eastern Star Church in Indianapolis, Indiana, a position he has held for over twenty years. This is a church "Where Jesus is Exalted, and the Word is Explained." Pastor Johnson believes the Word of God is the authority for the life of the church and the believer. He takes studying the Scriptures seriously to help others understand the way of God. He and his wife, Sharon Henry Johnson, are the parents of four sons. This is his third book, following: The Song of Solomon: Love, Sex and Relationships and Making A Comeback: Reclaiming Our Lives in Christ.

Visit Jeffrey A. Johnson Online at
www.EasternStarChurch.org
www.KingdomWordMinistries.org
317-292-6619
goodnessandmercycover.jpgThe biblical proverb is true: "Be sure your sins will find you out." This proverb proved to be true as we see it played out in the life of Gabrielle Mercedes as she seeks to begin life anew at the Followers of Jesus Faith Worship Center, pastored by George Landris.

Goodness and Mercy, by Vanessa Davis Griggs, will have you crying out, "goodness and mercy!" for sure, by the time you get to its last page. Gabrielle Mercedes failed to resolve a past issue in her life, and as she tried to move on with another chapter of her life, the door to that unresolved issue in her past life swung wide open. Below is a little bit more about this new character, Gabrielle Mercedes, from the back cover of Goodness and Mercy:
moneyunderthecarseatcover.jpgMoney Under the Car Seat & Other Things to Thank God For, by Daniel Whyte III with family and friends, is a light and fresh celebration of Thanksgiving. Money Under the Car Seat was written to "rekindle an excitement for Thanksgiving in the hearts of some who have allowed that fire to dim a little over the years, and to inspire the Thanksgiving lovers to love this holiday even more and to celebrate it better."
"You cannot make God a fairytale!" declared the woman in the second row, her face blotchy with outrage. "The Blessed Mother and Mary Magdalen are holy people. They would never act like the people in your book." (Who are guilty, from time to time, of humor, outspokenness, and occasional irreverence).

Is Blogging Right for You? by M.J. Rose

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These days one of the answers to the question "What should I do to market my book?" is all too often "Go forth and blog."

But blogging isn't right for every author. A blog can go far in marketing your books if you're a nonfiction author with a platform. Think Arianna Huffington. She writes about American politics and her website, The Huffington Post, is about American politics. 
Creating e-books are a great way to help others buy sharing your expertise and experience in a particular subject. As a Christian it is also an easy way to make some money without sacrificing your faith or values.By creating your own Christian based e-book you are able to mix your faith and passion together in order to help others.
natalie-francisco.jpgNatalie Francisco serves as Co-Pastor along with her husband, Bishop L.W. Francisco III, as well as the Minister of Music at Calvary Community Church in Hampton, VA. Although ordained in February of 1999, she has served extensively in full-time ministry for over 25 years in areas of leadership in both the Music and Arts and Christian Education departments of her local church.

Pastor Natalie received a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in Christian Education from International Bible College and Seminary in Independence, Missouri and a Doctorate in Christian Education from Carolina University of Theology.

As founder of the Women of Worth Conference in 2002 and the Women of Worth and Worship Institute (WOWWI) in 2007, Pastor Natalie seeks to provide godly and practical instruction to women of all ages and stages of life who desire to learn and implement biblical truths and principles from her life's lessons. As the personal mentor of countless women, she strives to equip them with knowledge and wisdom so that they can possess their inheritance as women of value, virtue and victory who will expand the kingdom of God. This is accomplished through annual conferences, retreats and several eight-week sessions that are held throughout the year at her local church and on-line for registered participants.

Pastor Natalie and Bishop L.W. Francisco III are the grateful parents of three beautiful daughters: Nicole, Lesley and Lauren.

Find out more about Natalie Francisco at www.nataliefrancisco.com
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Charlene Curry grew up as a coal miner's daughter in McKeesport Pennsylvania. At the age of 18 she married Jerry Curry, and began an adventure that took them to Germany, Korea and across the United States. She has entertained heads of state and dignitaries from all around the world. She is the mother of four, grandmother of seven and greatgrandmother of two. Today, she and her husband, Major General Jerry Curry, make their home at Chateau Antioch on Bull Run Mountain in Northern Virginia.

In The General's Lady, Charlene Curry recounts all the struggles and challenges of being a career military spouse. While battling daunting social pressures, she experienced living in foreign lands, meeting world leaders, visiting the White House, praying her way through unnamed fears, depression, guilt feelings, and grief over the loss of a child. She succeeded by relying on a spiritual power that transformed her life and the lives of countless others who came into contact with her. Readers of this book will laugh and cry and cheer her on as they experience a deeper love and respect for the faithfulness of God.

THIS BOOK IS THE WINNER OF A 2007 BRONZE IPPY AWARD FOR BOOK OF THE YEAR FROM INDEPENDENT PUBLISHER.

Charlene Curry and her husband, Major General Jerry Curry, live on Bull Run Mountain in Northern Virginia. The Currys have four children, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

The General's Lady is available wherever fine books are sold, including Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, BelieveBooks.com and BlackCBC.com.

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