Blogger: Mary Keeley
One of the first realities you are confronted with as you tiptoe into the business of writing books is the need for a growing platform. Much attention and cutting-edge advice has been given on building up your …
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Ways to prepare personally for 2013
Blogger: Mary Keeley
Last Friday’s blog was about setting writing goals for 2013 and how to achieve them. I was pleased to read how many of you have already begun to think about writing goals for next year, even …
What You Can’t Prepare for at a Writers Conference
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Location: Books & Such main office, Santa Rosa, Calif.
I know yesterday my tip was about being prepared and knowing what you want to get out of the conference. Now I’m going to slightly contradict myself, but …
MARKETING MATTERS: From the Stage to the Screen, Tips for Talking on the Telly
Blogger: Kathleen Y’Barbo
Location: The Woodlands PR Office
Weather: Finally fall in Texas! 50’s – Brr!
For those of you who are just beginning to brave the spotlight and do public speaking, bravo! To make the most of your speaking …
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MARKETING MATTERS: Talking Points–Ten Tips for Taking the Stage
Blogger: Kathleen Y’Barbo
Location: The Woodlands, TX
Last week we talked about public speaking as a way to reach potential readers. I hope some of you who were reluctant have decided to take the plunge. For you and for those …
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MARKETING MATTERS: Speaking of Sales
Blogger: Kathleen Y’Barbo
Location: The Woodlands, Texas PR Office
Weather: Sunny, high in the low 60s
Anyone who has been a writer for long has been confronted with this question: Do you do speaking engagements? For some, this question is …
MARKETING MATTERS: Six Practically Painless Tips for Mastering the Media
Blogger: Kathleen Y’Barbo, Publicist
Location: The Woodlands, Texas Publicity Office
Weather: Sunny and 72 degrees
Every time an author looks into a camera, clips on a microphone, or speaks at an event covered by reporters, an opportunity for publicity–good or …
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