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Utilizing SlideShare to Gain Exposure - video

Suzette Conway

SlideShare offers a unique opportunity for authors to market themselves and their books. SlideShare allows you to share PowerPoint slides that you've created through a social network. Once your PowerPoint slides are uploaded to SlideShare, you can...
- over 9 years ago
- Media
- Online
Life Experiences: 4 Tips for Writing From Your Life - article

Molly Blaisdell

Your life is a rich mine of material for your creative works. You will find no greater resource. Here are 4 tips to show you how to leverage personal experiences for writing fiction. Tip #1 No need for the truth. Many writers are caged in by the...
- over 9 years ago
- Managing Your Writing Life
- Writing Exercises
Travel Writing: Do you have what it takes? - article

R.J. Lee

Do you have what it takes to be a travel writer who writes more than articles about attractions in your local area for out of town newspapers and periodicals? If you think you may, here are some questions to ask yourself before boarding that steamer...
- over 9 years ago
- I have an Idea!
- Researching Your Idea
Realize Your Dreams, One Step at a Time - article

Author Learning Center

A Chinese proverb states, "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." The journey of book marketing can be seen in the same light. Instead of starting with huge goals, it may be better for your book–and you–to take baby steps in the...
- over 9 years ago
- Marketing Plan
- Research
Promote Your Book with Twitter, Facebook, and Other Social Media Tools - article

Author Learning Center

The marketing world is quickly changing. It's crucial to keep up with communication and networking breakthroughs so your book's promotion doesn't become tired and ineffective. Many marketers are taking advantage of online networking tools, including...
- over 9 years ago
- Social Media
- General
I want to write a memoir but I’m not sure where to start. How can I tell a personal story that others will care about and want to read?

Author Learning Center

Question: I want to write a memoir but I’m not sure where to start. How can I tell a personal story that others will care about and want to read? Answer: Writing a memoir can be an excellent outlet for those wanting to share with others their stories...
- over 1 year ago
- Author Learning Center
- Ask Keith
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Tips for Finding a Freelance Illustrator - article

Kay Ziegler

You are a writer and an artist in your own right. But most writers don’t know much about illustrating a book. Moreover, you might have no idea where to begin looking when you try to find an artist for your piece. Here are some tips for your search. ...
- over 9 years ago
- Children's Books
- Illustrations
Understand What Your Press Release Does for Your Book - article

Author Learning Center

Public relations is difficult to understand. It can't be bought, it can't be controlled, and it is never guaranteed, but there's simply no better way to gain credibility and momentum for your book. First and foremost, you must understand that PR is...
- over 9 years ago
- Public Relations
- Publicity Campaigns
Market your book like a business - Executing a plan - article

Zac Workman

Marketing a book is like marketing a business. Creating a marketing plan is the first step. If you haven’t done so yet, read the article “Your Book is a Business Plan, so Market it Like One”, here on the Author Learning Center. Then, read the tips below...
- over 9 years ago
- Marketing Plan
- Research