Would you like more exposure for your book? Do you want to go to those always "Talked About" tradeshows but know you just cannot afford them? Are you aware of how much networking can help boost your sales?
What would you pay to attend the following events?
Baltimore City Schools Vendor Fair in Maryland $375
American Library Association Convention in Washington D.C. $2,200
Book Expo America in New York City $4,500
Texas Book Festival in Houston SOLD OUT
Baltimore Book Festival in Maryland $450
Miami Book Festival in Sunny Florida $600
Printers Row in Chicago $750
National Association of Public Schools Administrators $4,000
Great Lakes Independent Booksellers Tradeshows $1,100
How about $375 for all of these plus twenty-four more. The Author Collective is here to help you sell your work. We exhibit at these shows and others with one goal in mind... SELL BOOKS! Joining the Author Collective allows you access to these events for just the cost of your yearly *membership. We also offer our members no cost access to discounted literary services like, editing and proofreading, graphics and design, isbn's and copyrighting, video services and more. We provide our members invaluable information to self-publish and get deep discounts on book printing too. Saving money is the first step in making money!
The Author Collective is here to help the unknown, little known and soon to be well known self-published author put their writings in the faces of the people who buy in quantity. Call today and ask to become a member...
I'm glad that we have something in common, and I believe that it's probably our faith in God, and the fact that we know that He is there for us always. We have so much power right at our fingertips, but so many of us fail to tap into that power. How is it that we are able to accomplish such amazing feats? How is it that I was able to overcome so many tragedies in my life and find the inner strength to write two inspirational books about my faith in less than a year, that tell of my love for God and for our Savior Jesus Christ? There is only one answer for the miracles that I have been given, and that is the Love and Power of God!
I pray that you, and more people like you and me realize that God will grant us everything we ask for, if we ask for things so that we can bring honor, glory, and praise to God the Father.
This world would be a much better place if there were more true believers in God's love for us, and if people everywhere would focus more on God and Jesus Christ, and less on having their own needs met.
Thank you for visiting my website. I look forward to hearing what you thought of it.
Look at you with the cordless drill! We do have something in common, and it's not just writing and our love of the Lord. I'm still in pain from spending yesterday on my knees re-grouting my kitchen floor!
Thanks for checking out my website. I really appreciate it. I'm finding out that writing the books, although difficult, is actually much easier than trying to promote and sell them, and get my message across to anyone who will listen.
I'll be sure to check out your book "I must be in Heaven-A Promise Kept."
Thanks for visiting my site. That's funny you wanted 12 children, too!
You've been blessed with children and grandchildren. We don't have any grandchildren yet. I'll go now to visit your site and check out your book. Good luck and hope you sell lots of books.
Hello, I'm Bert Martinez, I'm looking to network with success minded authors. If you would like my free report 30 Strategies for Selling More Books just fill out the form below. I look forward to networking with you and if there is anything that I can help you with please do not hesitate to contact me.
Hi Anne, thanks for the comment and looking forward to getting to know you as well. I put out my life story a few months ago called, A Mothers Torment, www.amotherstorment.com which is about my son who was killed in 99 and of course my youngest son who was killed in a car crash two years ago. So the holidays are sometimes hard, but for the ones still left here, I do celebrate them now.
I didnt for a few years after losing Jeff but then I realized that he would not want me to grieve so much and so put up the tree. I'd always loved that time of year growing up. Of course then I lived in NH where the snow was covering the ground, and most of the houses had bright lights shining...had plenty of family and friends to share the holidays with....
It's different in the south where not many put up the lights and the ground is brown and bare....but I have my tree back up and lights on the outside....anyway, great to get to know you...shirley
Thanks for the invite, Valerie, have a wonderful Thanksgiving. We'll tooling down to road right now on the way to relatives house for Thanksgiving and Saundra is driving and I'm working on a manuscript.
Sure. Richard Paul Evans (Christmas Box) was our keynote speaker. Excellent! He also gave everyone at the conference a copy of that book. He's got The Gift just released.
I spoke with two agents and two publishers. All are positive about my book in progress and want to see a chapter and proposal.
I've had three agents in the past and none of them did anything for me. One was in NY City. Nothing. So I've been a go-to-publisher person since then.
We'll see what happens. :)
At 11:54pm on November 17, 2007, Shara Smock said…
Hi Valerie,
I see we're both members of FL Writers Assn. too.
Did you go to the annual conference that was just in Orlando? It was my third year there and I swear every year gets better.
If you were there, I wish we'd have met. It's always so busy with the seminars, networking, & catching up with friends we only see once a year.
Hi,
Love the picture of you and the dog. I train service dogs when not writing.
Good luck with your book.
Pam
At 4:36pm on November 15, 2007, P. M. Morris said…
This is one of the best discussions I have followed in a long time. My biggest hurdle has been learning the publishing game through the school of "Hard Knocks". It has definitely been On-The-Job-Training. One of the best lessons learned has been, not to put your eggs or shall I say trust in one person or entity. Publishing is a business and you have to treat it as such. Which means wearing many hats. In my efforts, I try and gain as much knowledge on my own when conferring with the so-called experts in the field.
It has been proven oftentimes you are given selective information versus the whole picture. The publishing houses ultimate goal is to sell as many products and services as possible. As a marketer, I understand the concept marketing is one of the single most important task for any artist. With or without a publishing house backing you, no one is going to promote your work like you would or as their own unless you are raking in the big dollars. Every encounter is an opportunity to infuse my work into the conversations without beating the potentials over the head with it. Its just a matter or picking and choosing your battles or should I say chance encounters.
My first time out, I self-published with Authorhouse. The experience was good in respect to self-publishers offer complete packages. In which I used as a gage to create my own "How To Do List". Now that I am somewhat familiar with the process and a whole lot wiser (I stilll have a long way to go before I consider myself an expert) I have elected to launch my own publishing company. Plans include re-editing my first novel (by the way, was the single worst mistake I made in my early career, relying on a company person) to be re-released to coincide with the release of the sequel under my own publishing company. In a way, the process in no more challenging than going with a self-publisher. The main hurdles are to research and contract the individual services, i.e. editors, distributors. graphic artists, printers, etc. I have learned that some of the services you can negotiate better rates individually rather in a group package. It also affords you an opportunity to maintain more control over your work. Secondly, you retain ownership over your copyrights and you're not force to stay with a vendor, such as a printer because they retain the rights. You can bargain for more short-term agreements. Allowing you to opt out of situations which are no longer in your best interest. The list goes on and on. Just never loose sight, that you are the publisher now and the only person looking out for your best interest is you. Similarily, in order to avoid alot of pitfalls, you have to stay abreast of the publishing game and the many changes and challenges which could take place at the spare of a moment. You can accomplish this by joining as many industry mailing list (of interest) as possible. But be selective so you are not bombarded with alot of junk mail.
I will be releasing a "How To" book Spring 2008 (on my new label of course) on how to easily navagate this process.
Don't forget to log on to the Author Book Bag Club (ABBC) to help enhance the overall marketing strategies for your work. We firmly believe in our tag which reads...Every where you want to be and more. Just another way to stretch your promotional legs. Log on the wwwmgroupmanagement.ning.com for more details.
Sorry to take so long getting back to you. I finally received my release date for In a Heartbeat yesterday and I worked like an insane fiend finishing a free give-a-way and book trailer. Now I need to figure out how to fit them on my page here. *groan* [just kidding]
I live in Clearwater and love it.
How long has I Must be in Heaven been in edits? I'm just wondering because I have a full length novel under consideration at The Wild Rose Press. Does it very long to go through edits?
Have a sunny day ~ ;o)
Paula
w/a Aithne Jarretta
http://www.myspace.com/aithnejarretta
~ View my Christmas Story Trailer for Kissing Santa and Request a FREE e-book.
At 11:36am on November 11, 2007, Morgan Mandel said…
Hi Val,
You're certainly welcome to join Book Place. Also, it's up to you if you want to start your own network. The best bet is to think of an area where there might be a gap and start a network to fill it. You mentioned POD and self-publishing. They're not necessarily the same. POD is print on demand technology, which small presses also use. If you submit to a small press or larger one and they publish your book, it will easier on you financially than to self-publish. As far as copyright is concerned, your work is automatically copyrighted. If you submit to a publisher, you'll want the finished product copyrighted, since you'll most likely get revisions. You can find some of them on my network. You can also visit the forum section and pose questions. Hope this helps you.
Morgan Mandel
Now that I kind-a-sort-a- know you I have been seeing your face and name all over the place. Great job! I think I'm going to take some lessons from you and plan my strategy. So , here are some questions if you would be so kind to help me out.
1) I more than likely will go POD and self publish. I have sent in for copyright and wondering when I need an ISBN #.
2)I saw your 'Book Place' and wondered if you would like me there? Or would it be better to start my own Ning site? Or do both?
I don't want to over do , so I'll save some other questions for next time...if that's okay?
My husband has been working on the great web-site I have and I'll give him your suggestions. We'll go to your site and see your guestbook to see what you have done. Okay?
I really appreciate the nice things you said.....and Shhhh.....I'll check grammer.
(I really hate the fact I have so much trouble with spelling etc. Thank God for 'ms word'.)
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What would you pay to attend the following events?
Baltimore City Schools Vendor Fair in Maryland $375
American Library Association Convention in Washington D.C. $2,200
Book Expo America in New York City $4,500
Texas Book Festival in Houston SOLD OUT
Baltimore Book Festival in Maryland $450
Miami Book Festival in Sunny Florida $600
Printers Row in Chicago $750
National Association of Public Schools Administrators $4,000
Great Lakes Independent Booksellers Tradeshows $1,100
How about $375 for all of these plus twenty-four more. The Author Collective is here to help you sell your work. We exhibit at these shows and others with one goal in mind... SELL BOOKS! Joining the Author Collective allows you access to these events for just the cost of your yearly *membership. We also offer our members no cost access to discounted literary services like, editing and proofreading, graphics and design, isbn's and copyrighting, video services and more. We provide our members invaluable information to self-publish and get deep discounts on book printing too. Saving money is the first step in making money!
The Author Collective is here to help the unknown, little known and soon to be well known self-published author put their writings in the faces of the people who buy in quantity. Call today and ask to become a member...
Michael Williams
(313) 446-2262
www.AuthorCollective.com
I'm glad that we have something in common, and I believe that it's probably our faith in God, and the fact that we know that He is there for us always. We have so much power right at our fingertips, but so many of us fail to tap into that power. How is it that we are able to accomplish such amazing feats? How is it that I was able to overcome so many tragedies in my life and find the inner strength to write two inspirational books about my faith in less than a year, that tell of my love for God and for our Savior Jesus Christ? There is only one answer for the miracles that I have been given, and that is the Love and Power of God!
I pray that you, and more people like you and me realize that God will grant us everything we ask for, if we ask for things so that we can bring honor, glory, and praise to God the Father.
This world would be a much better place if there were more true believers in God's love for us, and if people everywhere would focus more on God and Jesus Christ, and less on having their own needs met.
Thank you for visiting my website. I look forward to hearing what you thought of it.
May God Bless You.
Stephen
www.StephenCaravana.com
Look at you with the cordless drill! We do have something in common, and it's not just writing and our love of the Lord. I'm still in pain from spending yesterday on my knees re-grouting my kitchen floor!
Thanks for checking out my website. I really appreciate it. I'm finding out that writing the books, although difficult, is actually much easier than trying to promote and sell them, and get my message across to anyone who will listen.
I'll be sure to check out your book "I must be in Heaven-A Promise Kept."
God Bless You.
Stephen
Thanks for visiting my site. That's funny you wanted 12 children, too!
You've been blessed with children and grandchildren. We don't have any grandchildren yet. I'll go now to visit your site and check out your book. Good luck and hope you sell lots of books.
Blessings,
Diane
You Were Created to Succeed!
Bert Martinez
www.bertmartinez.com
Thanks for accepting the invite, and for checking out my site. Best of luck to you...
I didnt for a few years after losing Jeff but then I realized that he would not want me to grieve so much and so put up the tree. I'd always loved that time of year growing up. Of course then I lived in NH where the snow was covering the ground, and most of the houses had bright lights shining...had plenty of family and friends to share the holidays with....
It's different in the south where not many put up the lights and the ground is brown and bare....but I have my tree back up and lights on the outside....anyway, great to get to know you...shirley
I spoke with two agents and two publishers. All are positive about my book in progress and want to see a chapter and proposal.
I've had three agents in the past and none of them did anything for me. One was in NY City. Nothing. So I've been a go-to-publisher person since then.
We'll see what happens. :)
I see we're both members of FL Writers Assn. too.
Did you go to the annual conference that was just in Orlando? It was my third year there and I swear every year gets better.
If you were there, I wish we'd have met. It's always so busy with the seminars, networking, & catching up with friends we only see once a year.
Shara
Love the picture of you and the dog. I train service dogs when not writing.
Good luck with your book.
Pam
It has been proven oftentimes you are given selective information versus the whole picture. The publishing houses ultimate goal is to sell as many products and services as possible. As a marketer, I understand the concept marketing is one of the single most important task for any artist. With or without a publishing house backing you, no one is going to promote your work like you would or as their own unless you are raking in the big dollars. Every encounter is an opportunity to infuse my work into the conversations without beating the potentials over the head with it. Its just a matter or picking and choosing your battles or should I say chance encounters.
My first time out, I self-published with Authorhouse. The experience was good in respect to self-publishers offer complete packages. In which I used as a gage to create my own "How To Do List". Now that I am somewhat familiar with the process and a whole lot wiser (I stilll have a long way to go before I consider myself an expert) I have elected to launch my own publishing company. Plans include re-editing my first novel (by the way, was the single worst mistake I made in my early career, relying on a company person) to be re-released to coincide with the release of the sequel under my own publishing company. In a way, the process in no more challenging than going with a self-publisher. The main hurdles are to research and contract the individual services, i.e. editors, distributors. graphic artists, printers, etc. I have learned that some of the services you can negotiate better rates individually rather in a group package. It also affords you an opportunity to maintain more control over your work. Secondly, you retain ownership over your copyrights and you're not force to stay with a vendor, such as a printer because they retain the rights. You can bargain for more short-term agreements. Allowing you to opt out of situations which are no longer in your best interest. The list goes on and on. Just never loose sight, that you are the publisher now and the only person looking out for your best interest is you. Similarily, in order to avoid alot of pitfalls, you have to stay abreast of the publishing game and the many changes and challenges which could take place at the spare of a moment. You can accomplish this by joining as many industry mailing list (of interest) as possible. But be selective so you are not bombarded with alot of junk mail.
I will be releasing a "How To" book Spring 2008 (on my new label of course) on how to easily navagate this process.
Don't forget to log on to the Author Book Bag Club (ABBC) to help enhance the overall marketing strategies for your work. We firmly believe in our tag which reads...Every where you want to be and more. Just another way to stretch your promotional legs. Log on the wwwmgroupmanagement.ning.com for more details.
I look forward to the continual dialouge.
Happy Reading!
Sorry to take so long getting back to you. I finally received my release date for In a Heartbeat yesterday and I worked like an insane fiend finishing a free give-a-way and book trailer. Now I need to figure out how to fit them on my page here. *groan* [just kidding]
I live in Clearwater and love it.
How long has I Must be in Heaven been in edits? I'm just wondering because I have a full length novel under consideration at The Wild Rose Press. Does it very long to go through edits?
Have a sunny day ~ ;o)
Paula
w/a Aithne Jarretta
http://www.myspace.com/aithnejarretta
~ View my Christmas Story Trailer for Kissing Santa and Request a FREE e-book.
http://aithnejarretta.com/Kissing_Santa_Book_Trailer.htm
You're certainly welcome to join Book Place. Also, it's up to you if you want to start your own network. The best bet is to think of an area where there might be a gap and start a network to fill it. You mentioned POD and self-publishing. They're not necessarily the same. POD is print on demand technology, which small presses also use. If you submit to a small press or larger one and they publish your book, it will easier on you financially than to self-publish. As far as copyright is concerned, your work is automatically copyrighted. If you submit to a publisher, you'll want the finished product copyrighted, since you'll most likely get revisions. You can find some of them on my network. You can also visit the forum section and pose questions. Hope this helps you.
Morgan Mandel
Morgan Mandel
Now that I kind-a-sort-a- know you I have been seeing your face and name all over the place. Great job! I think I'm going to take some lessons from you and plan my strategy. So , here are some questions if you would be so kind to help me out.
1) I more than likely will go POD and self publish. I have sent in for copyright and wondering when I need an ISBN #.
2)I saw your 'Book Place' and wondered if you would like me there? Or would it be better to start my own Ning site? Or do both?
I don't want to over do , so I'll save some other questions for next time...if that's okay?
Thanks...
have a good one,
Valerie
Val,
I'm glad you enjoyed my website. I keep thinking up new things to put on there. It's a lot of fun.
Morgan Mandel
My husband has been working on the great web-site I have and I'll give him your suggestions. We'll go to your site and see your guestbook to see what you have done. Okay?
I really appreciate the nice things you said.....and Shhhh.....I'll check grammer.
(I really hate the fact I have so much trouble with spelling etc. Thank God for 'ms word'.)
Also , thanks for the myspace invite...
Have the greatest day...Valerie
Thank you for having me as a friend.
I visited you website and thoroughly enjoyed my stay. It was easy to navigate and take in what you offer.
Your life story sounds very intriguing.
I would suggest that you include a guestbook so visitors can leave a message.
I read your excerpt with great interest. I did find, however, that there are gramatical errors, which need addressing.
Mario
We are contemporaries and lived and loved in some of the same time periods.'
Best,
Andrea
Thanks for taking the time to recommend verses for me.
I checked out your website and it looks very clean and sweet smelling.
Looking forward to talking to you.
-May you stay safe and protected
Andielle
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