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Book Marketing
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What's Killing Your Publishing Career?
With the large increase of books being published by self-publishers, and the up-rise of print on demand, there is still a lot of death taking place in the publishing industry. Thus far, 175,000 books have been published in 2005.
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3 Writing Secrets to Give Your Novel a PR Edge
Promoting fiction is never easy. Yet you can craft a manuscript that has built-in promotional and sales angles. It simply takes some forethought and creative planning. By following the secrets revealed below, fiction writers can greatly enhance their chances of getting print, radio, and TV exposure.
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Book Marketing Secrets for Trade-published Authors
Your book is published; the family's still celebrating. Why do you get that sinking sensation that nothing is really happening? Face facts: If you're not a household word, your publisher will typically allocate scant time and a minuscule budget to your title. (And if you're self-publishing, PR is a huge component in the overall scheme of things.) It's the age of celebrity books. Lamenting that situation won't change things; getting involved will. Your personal efforts can dramatically impact book sales!
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How to Get Your Book Reviewed in Magazines
How do you get your book noticed, let alone reviewed, when it is just one among stacks of books in an editor's office? Here are a few tips to help you map out a winning strategy...
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Building an Author's Media Kit
Your media kit is the equivalent of a sales pitch and is used to convince the media to give you or your work publicity. This article will get you started on the road to creating one, which can be tailored to your individual needs.
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Paying for Print on Demand (or How a Tea Set Led me to Amazon)
Print on demand (POD), a hybrid of self-publishing and technology, is one of the hottest trends in publishing. POD makes it possible for established writers to publish unique books and new authors to see their work in print. Problem is, you have to come up with the cash. Read this story and learn how a family heirloom led me to Amazon.
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Self-Publishing 101
Typically, authors write their books, send them to agents or publishers, and then hope for the best. However, some authors opt to not leave anything to chance; they take matters into their own hands and make sure that the book is published.
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