When you are researching your book it can often be very beneficial to speak with experts. This is true whether you are writing a crime novel or a gardening book or anything in between. Most experts are easily accessible by email or phone, and may even...

When you pick up a book, turn it over, and decide whether or not to open it up, how do you make that decision? For most readers, that little blurb on the back tells us whether or not the book might transport us to a world we want to explore. Are these...

It seems like everywhere you turn these days people are talking about e-books and e-readers and other gizmos and gadgets that are taking over the book world. As an author, what should you know about these devices? Should your book be formatted for the...

A traditional countrywide media tour is beyond the publicity budget of most authors and publishers. For very little cash an author can create his own media tour in his own hometown. This is your chance to shine and to begin a groundswell of support....

Public relations can be either a blessing or a nightmare, depending on how they are handled. When is the right time to hire a PR firm? Most PR experts agree that you should not to seek a PR firm when you’ve just begun to market your book. Rather, get...

You have a book ready to go out and want an agent, but have no clue where to send it. The following listing will help you on your journey to find author representation and it should help your target the best agents. 1. Online Databases Online databases...

You wrote a book and you have your first big phone interview, but you don’t have a clue what to do. How do you make sure you really shine? How do you come across as erudite, savvy and intelligent when much of your time as an author is spent alone in...

Deciding whether or not to do book marketing on your own or with outside help can be a difficult task. On one hand, you may love completing all the details of your book marketing plan yourself. On the other hand, getting some help could save you some...

One of the important responsibilities that comes with being an author is marketing your book. Good publicity can be garnered through book signings , TV interviews , and book reviews . However, it is just as important to market yourself as an author as...

Many writers need to interview sources. The first step is landing the interview. Be professional and confident. Always treat your work as a professional endeavor. Don’t forget to thank those you interview. Always leave a good and lasting impression....