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Book Marketing
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Writing an eBook; Have You Considered Co-Authors?
Many people prefer doing things in groups or with friends or partners. Many authors take on Co-Authors to help them write their eBooks. If you are Writing an eBook, then perhaps you too have considered a Co-Author? Recently, I had this discussion with my editor in chief who said to me;
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How Publishers Choose Manuscripts
A decade ago readers idolized authors and printing books equated to celebrity status. Publishers awarded authors huge bonuses and paid celebrities astronomical figures just to print their stories. Acquisitions editors sought the author, enticing him just for the privilege of financial gain. Audiences applauded as they eagerly awaited printing. Now, with the ease of personal computer word processing more people are writing while fewer read for pleasure. Larger book publishers are loosing money to the smaller companies popping up monthly. The publishing companies are changing the way they do business.
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How to Self-Publish a Book On a Shoestring Budget
One of the greatest challenges first-time authors face is the daunting tasks of writing and publishing their book. First, you have to write the danged thing, but most people first ask about publishing! What's the cheapest and best way to publish a book? Perhaps you'll find some answers in this article.
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Author Website Mistakes to Avoid - Part I
A website is an author's first chance to make a first impression with readers. It’s design, readability, and ease of use is a reflection of both you and your book. When done well, an effective website can do wonders for an author’s career. Whereas a poorly crafted website can result in lost sales and missed opportunities. Here is part 1 of the top mistakes should be avoided.
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Celebrity Book Signing
After submitting your book proposal and signing with a book publisher, it's time to promote your book.
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Using MySpace as an Author Promotional Tool
Many authors are now getting on the promotional bandwagon that is the phenomenon known and MySpace. Bands and filmmakers have already been making extensive use of the social network and now authors have a vast audience for promoting their books.
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How to Get Your Book Rejected, Part Three
In a large publishing house like Bantam or Kensington, literally thousands of manuscripts are sent annually by aspiring and established authors seeking publication. For the small press pub or eBook publisher, there could be hundreds of queries and submissions sent each year or, depending upon popularity, each month. Having to wade through all this prose, whether in hard copy or onscreen, can put great strain on the eyes. When you think of how quickly these editors need to fill publication schedules, that is a lot of work to read non-stop.
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The Amazon Addiction
Come on, ‘fess up. You do it. A fan/friend/third cousin on your mother’s side of the family just e-mailed to let you know that your latest book is up on Amazon even though it isn’t going to be released for another six months. And so it begins — the Amazon Addiction.
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Self Publishing: Is this the Way to Publish Your Book?
Not only does self publishing offer you the advantages of complete control, faster publication, and higher profits, it is easier and less expensive than it has ever been before thanks to modern technology. Self publishing could be your big break as a writer.
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What's A Book Piece?
Creatives can spend an entire year looking for just ONE of these? What are they, anyway?
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