... information from him on the phone and then fill in the blanks. While this process can work, it's not editing, it's ghostwriting really, and the editor should be paid accordingly; it also is much more time consuming. Furthermore, things are likely to be lost in translation. Granted, some authors are busy working for a living, or some aren't really writers at heart but just want to write one book, in which case, they may not care as much about the written word being polished, but no matter how good the editor is, the result will be a book ... box under the bed. Why spend the time and money having the book printed if you aren't going to do anything to sell it? "Check out my new blog, my events page....[Three months pass] I don't have time to update those." Yes, as I started out saying, authors have grandiose plans. An author might get pumped up hearing about how effective blogging is so he goes online and makes a blog and posts something once or twice, and the next thing you know, six months down the road, you look at his blog and it hasn't been ...
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... much to produce the content. Secondly, audio has a higher perceived value than simple text. And lastly, audio get your audience closer to you. Speaking to your audience directly, and letting them get to know the sound of your voice, is both powerful and intimate. What kind of audio can authors give to their readers? Here are some ideas: Get yourself booked on some Internet radio shows and then give away the recordings of some of your interviews (ask the host if it's ok first, of course). Make sure the interviews are content-rich and interesting to the listener. If ... flooded with information. Even free content has got to kick some serious butt to make an impression on readers these days, who probably have a backlog of things on their "to read" list. So instead of running the risk of becoming yet another unread masterpiece, I'd like to suggest authors put down the pen (or their keyboard) for a little while and start recording their voice instead. Yes, I'm talking about giving away audio instead of all your precious writing. Why audio? Well, for one thing, if you follow some of the tips below, you don't have to ...
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... which they hope will create traffic and ultimately buyers of whatever their products or services may be. There are, unfortunately, hundreds of directories that will accept any author and publish any articles from good to bad. It is the responsibility of a quality article directory to manage its authors and weed out the accomplished authors from the link seekers by having responsible quality controls in place to do so. The primary functions of an article directory are to accept, distribute [publish] articles to the Internet, and to an extent syndicate them through various other methods, where appropriate. However, any article directory only ... and this responsibility must not be taken for granted nor mismanaged in any way, shape or form or they take the great risk of losing not only the credibility of their business, but losing the most important components that make up the actual value of the commodity; accomplished authors and their quality content. Accomplished authors will be irreplaceably lost if they do not feel completely secure that their quality articles, which they entrusted the article directory to protect and syndicate, are not being managed and protected by someone who highly values their hard work and intellectual property. How can the security of ...
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... speaking that semester, but I learned an important lesson after that phone call. Every job requires an interview, but everyone who sells their skill requires one too. There is a difference however. Whereas the interview to work at Joe's Bar and Grill may only take place once, the interviews authors have take place on an ongoing basis. Each time you speak to your publisher about a new book, you are interviewing to get the job. Every time you do a book signing, you are being interviewed by your fans. Want to be a household name as an author? You have ... chose their profession because they don't feel comfortable in social situations. I know others who have grown accustomed to not being in the limelight and others who just aren't sure how to handle all the speaking they have to do! Authors don't just write just as accountants don't just deal with numbers. In any business, any industry, any job, you have to deal with the people you work with. The more comfortable you are in social situations, the better prepared you will be to succeed in your chosen field. ...
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... 's a good thing because the economy has affected the traditional publishing industry the same as other industries. Many publishers are merging, closing, or reducing staff. They are accepting fewer and fewer manuscripts, especially from first-time or unknown authors so thank goodness for self-publishing options that allow aspiring writers to become authors. Self-publishing has come a long way since the days when it was looked down upon and people referred to it as "vanity publishing." However, just because there are more self-publishing options, doesn't mean it's for everyone. What still gives it a bad reputation is ... it a book. There is a lot of work that goes into producing a quality self-published book. Although there are good options for self-publishing, even on a budget, there are certain aspects that authors should not cut corners on. Writing: If you want to become an author but don't feel that you are a good writer, consider hiring a ghostwriter. Editing: Even the best authors have editors and there is more to editing than just proofreading. Formatting: The writing may be great. The editing is perfect. The cover may be eye-catching so don't make the interior so ...
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... future books in your product line. Being a good business person and author simultaneously requires several skills, including pacing yourself, using your time and energy wisely, and using basic common sense, as well as producing books your audience will want to read. Following are some key tips and areas where authors need to apply their business sense. Timing: When to Bring Out a Book Books do not sell well in winter. Anytime from May to November is a good time to bring out a book, but if you bring one out in January, you may be disappointed in initial sales and ... as you make contacts. Of course, how busy you are will depend on how many contacts you make with bookstores, reviewers, summer art and craft shows and festival organizers, and anyone else who can help you to promote your book. What about bringing out the second and future books? Many authors find that once they bring out the first book, they are so busy with marketing it that they have no time to write. Generally, it's a good idea to have a good head start on writing the second book before you publish the first so you don't have ...
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... be sure to write follow up emails or hand written notes and send to each person you met at the networking event. The action of writing the thank you notes is a great way to building a lasting relationship with people you met and stay in front of their mind. Authors, networking is not just about being in the same room as other people and being a conversation about your book. You will want to take the time to get to know people and allow them to know you. Offer your expertise on the subject matter you know best and don ... writers come to me and ask, "How do I get started networking? Why would someone want to talk to me? Networking encompasses a mixture of connecting, giving and supporting with other people. There are some common do's and don'ts of networking for writers and authors. DO Go into a networking event with a giving heart. Be sure you offer your knowledge regarding the subject of your expertise. DON'T Go into a networking event with selling on your mind. If you are just there to get readers, you will leave empty handed. DO Take the ...
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... reader in conversation with questions like, "Who was your favorite character?" or "What was your favorite part in the book?" will make the person feel you appreciate him. A compliment is a gift, so when we receive a compliment, we make the giver feel good, about himself and about us. Authors who say "Thank you" and appreciate those who help them or those who appreciate their books will find themselves sought after as guests on TV shows, as people whose books are asked for in bookstores, and in general, feeling good about the positive relationships they have with others in the ... author develops a good enough relationship with these people that they will want to work with him in the future. The book would not be produced or made accessible to the public without these people so they are the first and foremost an author should remember to thank. Sadly, some authors fail even to thank these people, or they make extensive demands for changes and take up the editor or website designer's time without realizing how much effort that person is putting into the project. In the end, failure to be appreciative may result in the person not wanting to ...
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... , Apple, and other online booksellers. The problem? Only Mom and Grandma know it exists (and Grandma doesn't know how to work an ebook reader so she doesn't count). It's time to start marketing! The biggest obstacle we face as indie authors (yes, I'm one too) is obscurity. We're competing with traditionally published authors and lots of other indies jumping on the e-publishing bandwagon. Today we're going to look at three ways to help readers find you: guest blogging, advertising, and giving away a free ebook (this can be a short story). Guest Blogging for Book ... my novel as well as links showing folks where they could buy the ebook. While this didn't turn me into an overnight bestseller, it did help me start selling ebooks at Smashwords and Barnes & Noble (places where I hadn't had much luck before). I've also read about authors who have a whole series of full-length ebooks (i.e. a six-novel fantasy series) who have giving away their entire first book for free and then gone on to do so well, they quit their day jobs and write full time now (Google "Brian S. Pratt Smashwords Interview ...
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... able to build your own presence on Facebook. Like Twitter, Facebook has developed into more than just a social media site for posting useless content. Professional marketers and corporations have teams that are solely devoted to developing their online presence via social media. Here Are Seven Ways Facebook Can Help Authors Promote Their eBook Create an Author Profile Page Your author name will also become your brand. Create a profile page on Facebook and share your achievements and successes with your friends. Leverage the Power of "Word of Mouth" Ask you friends to join your page and then again ask them ... visits, signings, to the release of new videos, audio interviews or eBook announcements. These tips will get you started on Facebook in promoting your eBook and building a fanatical following. There are many more great tools you can use so be sure to do your research and learn from those authors who already use Facebook for marketing.
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... -autobiographical - so I didn't need to do a ton of research, I was able to speak from experience and my background. 3) How did I find a publisher and get the whole review/publishing process done so quickly? There are a lot of self-publishing options out there for authors, and the barriers to entry today are much lower than they used to be. I chose not to self-publish and signed an agreement with my publisher, Advantage Media Group. In my case, I had a business relationship already established with the fine folks at Advantage. But even if I ... and signed an agreement with my publisher, Advantage Media Group. In my case, I had a business relationship already established with the fine folks at Advantage. But even if I hadn't had that, you would be surprised what a little networking can do. Ask people you know, email other authors of books you enjoy and are in the same genre, ask relatives, ask book reviewers. There are a lot of resources out there to help you find a publisher that is a good fit for you. Once you do, a great publisher who is truly your partner is invaluable. Yes ...
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... in the morning, on your lunch break, or just before you go to bed. When you write and for how long doesn't matter - what matters is that you do it. Every day. Without fail. That's a Writing Habit. Secret #2: Continue to Learn. The classic NY Times Bestselling Authors are constantly learning to better their craft. Whether they're reading widely (beyond their own genre), watching movies or the latest TV shows, doing research for their next book or taking refresher courses on grammar, they are always working to be better writers. Every book they write reflects their growth ... free resources are staggering. Courses that cost from $20 on up are also out there, and very worthwhile. Take advantage of all that is available to you - never believe you know all there is to know about writing. Because you don't. Secret #3: Discipline. What all NY Times Bestselling Authors have, above all, is the discipline to sit in their chairs and write. And rewrite, rewrite, rewrite. No one is forcing you to put words down; it is the discipline and the love of the craft that gets books written. Some folks don't do well without deadlines or a ...
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... 3 ways to discover more money and more transformation from your book There is a dirty little secret in the publishing industry. That secret is that the vast majority of authors don't make enough money from their book sales and royalty payments to live on. Unless you write a string of smashing best-sellers like J.K. Rowling or Nora Roberts, you are going to need to supplement your income from your books, especially in the nonfiction genres. However, this ...
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... Most new authors have a hard time believing they are writers or have anything worthwhile to say. You might hear little voices of doubt whispering that you aren't very interesting, creative, or don't have the proper degrees behind your name. These little whispers erode your confidence and make it hard to ...
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... and hoping somebody will find it and read it on the World Wide Web. A good author has to use many different strategies to get people to read their articles. Apart from having quality articles that add value to somebody's life, here are some more article marketing strategies that authors use to get as many people to read their article as they can. The most important strategy that an author will use is in his title. An author needs to come up with a compelling title in order to make sure that his article stands out in the crowd. A ... the different directories, and in this way you won't be penalized to much by the search engines for duplicate content. A good article marketing strategy is to change the title and the first paragraph of each article that you submit. To me, the most important article marketing strategy that authors should be employing to engage their readers, is to always submit the type of quality articles that they would enjoy reading themselves.
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... to be thought of like this man who went through most of his life with a phony name? How strange it is, to strive, to strain, and struggle, marketing your writing to become an icon when all you have to do is...die. Something about death just draws people to authors and artists. Have you ever noticed, as a rule, some of the "greats" were dirt poor, save a few that were alcoholics? But who really cares. We still love `em. Their work overshadows their faults. My favorite quote by Mark Twain: "Substitute "d___" every time you're inclined to write ...
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... any significant sales or profit. This is may be discouraging for most people who have tried their hand at publishing or who are thinking of writing their own book, but it doesn't have to be the case if you are aware of the publishing secrets of the most successful authors. Yes, just like anything that's worth doing, there is a certain way to do things when it comes to writing a book - a book writing template that will give you a sure shot at success. 1) 10 questions to ask yourself before writing a book The first thing in ...
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... a free book to such an individual. Request Corrections. If you get reviewed, and the write-up has errors such as misspelled character names or the book is incorrectly listed as a sequel to your last book, contact the individual and request that corrections be made. I have known several authors who have successfully had the review corrected-especially when they paid for the initial work. Vote. Every review posted to Amazon gives you the opportunity to vote whether or not it was helpful to you. Reviewer rankings are not based solely on how many postings they have. While figuring out ... or four sentences of plot summary without anything that states the book is "good, excellent, engaging, or not to be missed." An author can't get a blurb for a back cover if a review only summarizes but does not rate the book's quality. Still worse, many of what authors hope will be useful endorsements for their books end up, because the books weren't read but text was quickly reworded from the back cover, with characters' names misspelled, factual errors about the plot, and sometimes even mistakes about the theme, content, and whole point of the book-all dead ...
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... a surname that is "money" and write an eBook about finance? They Were Born With a Name That Contains Certain Unfortunate "Inappropriate" Words Unfortunately some surnames are also used for medical products, pharmaceutical products or are also used as "inappropriate" or "swear" words. They Wish to Hide Their Identity Some authors do not want a public life. They do not wish to conduct signings, speak or be interviewed in public. They don't want fans to be able to track them down. They Wish to Maintain a High Level of Privacy Becoming a well known author will intrude on your privacy ... of their actual name. A pen name may be used to make the author's name more distinctive, to disguise his or her gender, to distance an author from some or all of his or her works. Just as movie stars use fictitious names for their "acting name," so do authors for writing. Musicians also often use alternative names to their birth name. Why Would an Author Use a Pen Name? They Don't Like Their Birth Name Unfortunately we cannot choose our names when we are born. However, we can change them later on as adults if we do not ...
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... 't get to keep writing for publication. With so many publishers merging and buying up all the mid-sized publishers, mom and pop bookstores going out of business, mega-chain bookstores limiting their physical locations to well-populated areas, and online book sales surpassing hardcover book sales, publishing contracts with authors are changing. New authors aren't getting their debut novels published unless they can demonstrate an online presence and a platform that will promote sales. Some publishers won't even offer a contract to a published author unless they can demonstrate previous sales of 20,000 or more per book ... confusing readers' expectations, some publishers insist on an author writing under various pen names for different sub-genres. Nora Roberts also writes as J.D. Robb for her mysteries. Jayne Ann Krentz writes contemporary romance, and as Amanda Quick she writes historical romance. This is the traditional method of managing authors who write multiple sub-genres. Are these methods antiquated with all the multi-faceted changes taking place in the publishing industry? Consider this, Nora Roberts has become so huge and popular that some of her J.D. Robb books are also being promoted as Nora Roberts books. What's the ...
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