http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Writing-and-Speaking:Book-Marketing EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Do you believe your book deserves a wide audience and has what it takes to enthrall good agents and publishers alike? If so, then jump onto the book publishing rollercoaster, wait for the setbacks to begin and for those proverbial pigs to fly, eventually! Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:03:18 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ready-to-Publish-That-Book?&id=3293969 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ready-to-Publish-That-Book?&id=3293969 Do you have your book listed on Amazon? Do you want it to have a great review so it can appeal more to buyers? If you have a book for sale, it will most likely be in Amazon like every other book on the planet. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:05:24 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Get-a-5-Star-Amazon-Book-Review&id=3278699 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Get-a-5-Star-Amazon-Book-Review&id=3278699 Have you ever wondered what goes through the minds of people browsing in a bookstore looking for a book to buy? If you are planning to write and publish a book and want it to sell in bookstores everywhere, you have to put yourself into the average book buyer's shoes. It is vital to know the thought processes involve when someone is looking for a book to purchase in a bookstore. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:13:55 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-Testimonials-For-Book-Promotions&id=3282692 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-Testimonials-For-Book-Promotions&id=3282692 Marketing is essential so your books will sell and business will flourish. As part of your book marketing campaign, any sharp businessperson would utilize testimonials to make their products appeal more. Celebrity endorsements are even more effective. As a matter of fact, people will buy the instant they know that their favorite celebrity endorses the product. Incredible but true; celebrity testimonials and endorsements work like a charm! Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:12:44 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Benefits-of-Using-Celebrity-Testimonials-in-Book-Marketing&id=3282586 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Benefits-of-Using-Celebrity-Testimonials-in-Book-Marketing&id=3282586 It seems counterintuitive to speak to authors and publishers about video. After all these are people engaged in the printed word. Some people have asked, "Aren't print and video in competition with one another? Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:10:12 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Video-Book-Trailer-Why?&id=3276658 http://ezinearticles.com/?Video-Book-Trailer-Why?&id=3276658 Book marketing is not what it once was. There was a time when business authors went to publishers and agents and were told how to market their books. Authors who self published their business books paid calls on bookstores trying to get them to carry the books on consignment. With some old and new methods, anyone can market a book efficiently. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:41:26 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Marketing-Methods-That-Work-For-Business-Authors&id=1095257 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Marketing-Methods-That-Work-For-Business-Authors&id=1095257 If you are an internet business owner you are familiar with online marketing and promoting. There are many different ways to promote a product or service online but one fantastic way to get attention drawn to your web site or products is by writing your own book. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:41:09 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Writing-Coach-Market-Your-Business-With-a-Book&id=1090639 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Writing-Coach-Market-Your-Business-With-a-Book&id=1090639 Does the future of books lie in the increasing popularity of mobile eBook reading? eBook readers have certainly advanced a great deal in recent months, partially because they allows people to access a large number of titles without having to travel to libraries and bookstores, and also because they are convenient. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:58:01 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-the-Future-of-Books-in-Mobile-Ebook-Reading?&id=3265604 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-the-Future-of-Books-in-Mobile-Ebook-Reading?&id=3265604 Selling your book will be ten times easier as soon as you can accept this one, think-out-of-the-box strategy: your book doesn't have to be inside a bricks-and-mortar store to sell copies. Too many self-published authors get caught up in trying to figure out how to get distribution which will get their book into big box stores such as Borders and Barnes & Noble. The process can be expensive and daunting. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:35:57 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Quick-Guide-to-Marketing-Your-Book-on-the-Internet&id=135616 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Quick-Guide-to-Marketing-Your-Book-on-the-Internet&id=135616 A few years ago having a website was a nice little feature to have for your business or to keep your family and friends up to date. But these days, especially in the book business, having a smart website is a necessity. The site has to do many things: get you known, get your subject known, get people to buy your book on the subject. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:35:48 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-Your-Writers-Presence-on-the-Web&id=608675 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-Your-Writers-Presence-on-the-Web&id=608675 The most successful book publishing phenomenon of our time is without a doubt the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. The Chicken Soup book sales have totaled more than 100 million copies. But did you know Mark Victor Hanses and Jack Canfield's book was rejected by more than 140 publishers? I will share with you some strategies from my podcast interview with Diane Eble, author and book coach. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:34:23 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?So-You-Want-to-Write-a-Book?&id=269396 http://ezinearticles.com/?So-You-Want-to-Write-a-Book?&id=269396 Books and blogs seem to go together like butter and toast. It doesn't matter whether you use your blog to develop content for your book, or you create the blog for marketing the already finished book. Some people have started calling this powerful combination "blooks," books that are derived from blogs. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:24:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Marketing-Your-Book-With-a-Blog-10-Tips-to-Attract-More-Buyers&id=222287 http://ezinearticles.com/?Marketing-Your-Book-With-a-Blog-10-Tips-to-Attract-More-Buyers&id=222287 Holiday events such as craft and art shows are effective places to sell books. A person needs to be prepared for a long day or weekend, but the experience can be exhilarating. Here are a few tips for getting into the spirit and being prepared to sell books at holiday shows. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:59:26 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Holiday-Hints-For-Book-Selling-Success-at-Craft-Shows&id=3265487 http://ezinearticles.com/?Holiday-Hints-For-Book-Selling-Success-at-Craft-Shows&id=3265487 Few of us are experts at marketing our own creative businesses. The good news is we don't have to be experts; we just have to grasp the basics and put them into practice. These are detailed in the article. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:37:50 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Marketing-Basics-For-Writers&id=3249260 http://ezinearticles.com/?Marketing-Basics-For-Writers&id=3249260 As a new author, you're going to have to determine how much to charge for your book. What should be your selling price? That's a question you can't take too lightly and there are a lot of factors which come into play. You want people to buy your book, so you must price it attractively enough that they believe it's worth the cost. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:05:49 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Set-a-Retail-Price-For-Your-Book&id=3222187 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Set-a-Retail-Price-For-Your-Book&id=3222187 Too many authors drop the ball when it comes to marketing for they are unsure on how to proceed with the marketing process or they are intimidated with the idea of it. But who better to endorse your book then you? Here are a few easy tips on how to promote and market your book in today's competitive environment. It shall give you an extra edge over the rest. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:36:10 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Successfully-Promote-and-Market-Your-Own-Book&id=3214738 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Successfully-Promote-and-Market-Your-Own-Book&id=3214738 Breakthrough novels are rare, indeed. Especially when you think about how many books are published each year and that 98 % of them fail at being noticed. Did you ever wonder how or why some books make it and some don't? In other words, what creates a breakthrough novel? Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:04:23 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Breakthrough-Novel-How-Do-You-Make-it-to-the-Bestsellers-Lists?&id=3217781 http://ezinearticles.com/?Breakthrough-Novel-How-Do-You-Make-it-to-the-Bestsellers-Lists?&id=3217781 As I've coached authors, helping them make their book a business, I've had a front row seat to their success. A successful book is quite a feat, but I've witnessed firsthand how transformational it is when a book reaches bestseller status. The perks are phenomenal! Why should anyone want to be a bestselling author? Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:10:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?6-Benefits-of-Being-an-Amazon-Bestseller&id=3163495 http://ezinearticles.com/?6-Benefits-of-Being-an-Amazon-Bestseller&id=3163495 Ninety-five percent of all books of poetry are sold at poetry readings, and that is where you will sell most of yours. For a poet, self-published or otherwise, readings are not only desirable, they are essential. This article tells you, step-by-step, how to give readings that really work --and really sell books. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:24:48 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Give-a-Successful-Poetry-Reading-(and-Sell-Books)&id=3182700 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Give-a-Successful-Poetry-Reading-(and-Sell-Books)&id=3182700 How important is the cover design including the back cover and even the spine? Here are some tips to avoiding common cover mistakes. They may seem obvious but it is surprising to see published books not following some very simple and basic concepts. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:51:29 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Certainly-Can-Tell-a-Book-by-Its-Cover&id=3097139 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Certainly-Can-Tell-a-Book-by-Its-Cover&id=3097139 So what happens if there's breaking news that you can comment on? Do you just sit by and hope someone will call you? No way! You take action. So how do you do that? Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:33:11 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Eight-Ways-to-Jump-on-Breaking-News-and-Get-You-(and-Your-Book)-Into-the-Conversation&id=3177410 http://ezinearticles.com/?Eight-Ways-to-Jump-on-Breaking-News-and-Get-You-(and-Your-Book)-Into-the-Conversation&id=3177410 You've got a fantastic idea for a booklet and you just know it's going to be a top seller. Great! But, you need to ask yourself one question. Why would anyone want to read your booklet? Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:07:27 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?When-People-Ask-Why-They-Should-Buy-Your-Booklet,-How-Will-You-Answer?&id=3194656 http://ezinearticles.com/?When-People-Ask-Why-They-Should-Buy-Your-Booklet,-How-Will-You-Answer?&id=3194656 A virtual book tour (VBT) uses similar concepts as a book tour except it is done virtually on the Internet. Instead of physically going on a tour visiting book stores, you visit blogs. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:03:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Virtual-Book-Tours-A-Marketing-Tool-For-Your-New-Book&id=3106647 http://ezinearticles.com/?Virtual-Book-Tours-A-Marketing-Tool-For-Your-New-Book&id=3106647 What do you do when you have a booklet, or a series of booklets that you've been marketing and doing well with, and you want to go in a new direction, creating new booklets for a completely different market? This can be a tough decision, especially when you're really passionate about your new idea. But, it can be done and if it's handled properly, it can bring in even more riches for you! Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:59:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Booklet-Marketing-10-Ideas-to-Help-You-Come-Out-a-Winner-When-You-Want-to-Change-Direction&id=3155770 http://ezinearticles.com/?Booklet-Marketing-10-Ideas-to-Help-You-Come-Out-a-Winner-When-You-Want-to-Change-Direction&id=3155770 You will learn many ways to promote your book without having to spend one penny. In this article you will learn creative ways to promote your book that are easy, fast, and show results immediately. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:09:50 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Great-Ways-to-Promote-Your-Book&id=3149035 http://ezinearticles.com/?Great-Ways-to-Promote-Your-Book&id=3149035 Writers often forget to use business cards for book marketing. Although internet marketing is useful, meeting someone and talking to them in person has an even greater impact. This article shows 6 ways to help your business card make a lasting impression. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:27:52 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Marketing-6-Tips-For-Using-Business-Cards-to-Sell-Books&id=3166411 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Marketing-6-Tips-For-Using-Business-Cards-to-Sell-Books&id=3166411 You've spent a lot of time working on your new book, long periods of research and writing as well as completing heaps of rewrites and editing of your manuscript and it's now finally finished. You're now ready to sell your book except for one final thing and a really important thing - the title. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:55:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Finding-That-Perfect-Title-For-Your-New-Book&id=3159216 http://ezinearticles.com/?Finding-That-Perfect-Title-For-Your-New-Book&id=3159216 It's your first book, you want it to be a success but you have that negative voice inside you saying to you - I'll never get it published, will anyone like the book, what if I don't give enough detail or value for money to my readers? What if my readers are not satisfied and never want to buy one of my books again? So many nagging self doubts can be going through your head. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:59:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Setbacks-of-Writing-Your-First-Book&id=1687703 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Setbacks-of-Writing-Your-First-Book&id=1687703 Writing a non-fiction book is a great help in achieving respect and credibility. Finding a new angle on subjects that may have been covered by hundreds of others can be difficult. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:43:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?12-Easy-Ways-to-Select-A-Topic-For-a-Non-Fiction-Book&id=3144893 http://ezinearticles.com/?12-Easy-Ways-to-Select-A-Topic-For-a-Non-Fiction-Book&id=3144893 Just writing a book does not make you a successful author. It is critical that you thoroughly analyze the process of marketing your book, and take specific steps to get the word out. Here are a number of things that you can do to make your book more successful. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:07:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Few-Tips-For-Marketing-Your-Book&id=3138997 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Few-Tips-For-Marketing-Your-Book&id=3138997 How important is the cover design including the back cover and even the spine? Here are some tips to avoiding common cover mistakes. They may seem obvious but it is surprising to see published books not following some very simple and basic concepts. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:05:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Certainly-Can-Tell-a-Book-by-Its-Cover&id=3097139 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Certainly-Can-Tell-a-Book-by-Its-Cover&id=3097139 Why would a book need a makeover? The same reason a person might want a makeover...to look better and present a strong, confident appearance. A publisher must launch a book using a cohesive marketing approach that incorporates a singular theme that is carried throughout the books, print, video interview and speaking. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:03:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Makeovers-Many-Previously-Published-Books-May-Need-a-Redo&id=3097016 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Makeovers-Many-Previously-Published-Books-May-Need-a-Redo&id=3097016 Amazon book sales are very important to most authors and publishers, and there are several ways to boost your book's visibility on Amazon.com. Customers on Amazon typically search for books by author, title, or keyword. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:29:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Amazon-Book-Sales-How-to-Increase-Your-Books-Visibility-in-Amazons-Search-Results&id=3119045 http://ezinearticles.com/?Amazon-Book-Sales-How-to-Increase-Your-Books-Visibility-in-Amazons-Search-Results&id=3119045 In order to leverage your authorship into a ton of free publicity, here are a few tips and tricks that can help you succeed faster, smarter and won't break your bank. Remember, you are in it for the long haul, and your book should mainly be thought of as a tool to enhance and further your business, and to help give you more credibility as an expert in your chosen field. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:26:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-Secrets-to-FREE-Publicity&id=3130717 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-Secrets-to-FREE-Publicity&id=3130717 There are simple methods available on learning how to write a book quickly and getting it published. The more important issue is why. Personal reasons are apparent. What you will find out here is how becoming an author will supercharge your online or brick and mortar business. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:17:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Anyone-Can-Write-a-Book-Fast-and-Why-You-Should&id=2962279 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Anyone-Can-Write-a-Book-Fast-and-Why-You-Should&id=2962279 Creating believable story characters is easier than you might believe. The characters in your tales should have the same problems that you face, although sometimes on a bigger scale. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:36:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-Believable-Story-Characters&id=3003996 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-Believable-Story-Characters&id=3003996 It is said that the average consumer sees between 4,000 and 5,000 different marketing messages every day. These come in many different forms, from advertising on billboards and buses to television and movies to printed materials. Marketing and advertising are everywhere. You can't escape it. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:00:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Booklet-Marketing-Why-Large-Companies-Will-Want-Your-Booklet&id=3130382 http://ezinearticles.com/?Booklet-Marketing-Why-Large-Companies-Will-Want-Your-Booklet&id=3130382 How do you know if you have a bestseller on your hands or not? What if you are the writer and you are completely confident that the book is unbeatable? You've had several professional book critics check out the manuscript prior to publishing. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 07:51:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-4-Ways-to-Ensure-Your-Book-is-a-Bestseller&id=3123790 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-4-Ways-to-Ensure-Your-Book-is-a-Bestseller&id=3123790 It is discovering the warrior within that allows us to move forward. Why not now? Anytime we fall and get up to have another go at it, count this as progress. You are the Warrior, and it is within. Are you ready to stand, ready to claim your Warrior within. This may be your day, a turning point. Stand, walk in beauty honoring the Warrior Within. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:33:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Are-the-Warrior-Within&id=3096702 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Are-the-Warrior-Within&id=3096702 Are you having trouble selling your ebook? I know exactly how you feel. I have not always had the easiest of times selling the ebooks I have created in the past. More of them than we like to admit the problem starts when your potential customer reads your headline! Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:28:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Writing-Ebooks-With-Headlines-That-Makes-the-Credit-Cards-Fly-Out-of-the-Customers-Wallets!&id=3128824 http://ezinearticles.com/?Writing-Ebooks-With-Headlines-That-Makes-the-Credit-Cards-Fly-Out-of-the-Customers-Wallets!&id=3128824 When is a good time to start marketing a book? While still writing the book, while looking for an agent or publisher, while going through the self-publishing process? When the book is available on Amazon? Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:30:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?When-is-the-Best-Time-to-Begin-Marketing-Your-Book?&id=3120252 http://ezinearticles.com/?When-is-the-Best-Time-to-Begin-Marketing-Your-Book?&id=3120252 Platforms were very popular during the 1970's, but I'm not talking shoes. Branding has nothing to do with marking cattle. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:28:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Platforms-and-Branding&id=3083294 http://ezinearticles.com/?Platforms-and-Branding&id=3083294 Blogging is a terrific book promotion tool for authors, but many authors don't fully utilize the power of blogging. Learn eight interactive ways to use blogging in book promotion to enhance your author platform and engage your readers. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:28:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Promotion-8-Ways-to-Use-Blogging-to-Promote-Your-Book&id=3052477 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Promotion-8-Ways-to-Use-Blogging-to-Promote-Your-Book&id=3052477 Creating a marketing plan can be tailored to what an author feels comfortable doing. With a little trial and error, and learning how to prioritize, authors can successfully market their books. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:46:25 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-a-Realistic-Book-Marketing-Plan&id=3102508 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-a-Realistic-Book-Marketing-Plan&id=3102508 You spent a lot of time and energy on your book--your labor of love. You even had it professionally edited. But, often hidden reasons don't surface, or you are simply unaware of your actions and attitude that stop your book's success. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:43:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Isnt-Your-Book-Profitable?-10-Reasons&id=3089906 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Isnt-Your-Book-Profitable?-10-Reasons&id=3089906 Although your booklet is probably a work of non-fiction, you still need to be able to tell a good story. Stories are what capture people's interest. Stories also give people a way to connect with your booklet. Here's some ideas for writing your story. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:24:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Booklet-Marketing-Theres-a-Fortune-in-Your-Story-Are-You-Telling-Yours?&id=3077461 http://ezinearticles.com/?Booklet-Marketing-Theres-a-Fortune-in-Your-Story-Are-You-Telling-Yours?&id=3077461 Whether the author obtains a deal with a traditional publishing house or strikes it on their own as a self published author, they both have one thing in common: they are entrepreneurs. As where a self published author will own the publishing house that produces their works and perhaps, the works of a select few other writers; the traditional published author is an independent contractor who is in business to sell their literary or nonfiction work with or without the help of an agent to a publishing house. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:28:49 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Author-Entrepreneurs-How-Authors-Should-Identify-Themselves-in-Relation-to-Their-Business&id=3037513 http://ezinearticles.com/?Author-Entrepreneurs-How-Authors-Should-Identify-Themselves-in-Relation-to-Their-Business&id=3037513 Affordable advertising can be difficult to come by for a self-published author. But there are ways around it. There is one thing you can do that will help to bring attention to you and your books. And that is to create an "internet identity". Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:28:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-an-Internet-Identity-For-Authors&id=90814 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-an-Internet-Identity-For-Authors&id=90814 New authors are often some of the worst business people in the world; they have such a beautifully simple and narrow idea of how to generate income from their book. They just want to write it and have lots of people buy it, pretty simple right? Well if it were only that simple life would be good. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:21:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Authors-5-Point-Book-Marketing-System-That-Works-Part-1&id=3051521 http://ezinearticles.com/?Authors-5-Point-Book-Marketing-System-That-Works-Part-1&id=3051521 The writer of the Book of Ecclesiastes said, "Of making many books there is no end" (Ecclesiastes 12:12). "Making them" is the first part of the journey. Selling and distributing your books is a major obstacle course, but it can be done with some planning and much perseverance. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:22:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Market-and-Sell-Your-Books&id=3057127 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Market-and-Sell-Your-Books&id=3057127 The Internet or Worldwide Web is a collection of electronic (digital) documents that are read on a computer screen. Electronic publishing allows you to write, store, sell and read your book without printing it. Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:55:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Write,-Publish-and-Market-Digital-Books&id=3056902 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Write,-Publish-and-Market-Digital-Books&id=3056902 In the literary world the fact is that most people do judge books by their cover. We live in a society where packaging is everything. The book cover is your greatest advertisement and great care should be taken to make it as stunning as possible. Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:52:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Covers-Sell-Books&id=3056709 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Covers-Sell-Books&id=3056709 The 2012 thought movement is a mega trend. Whether you believe catastrophic events will occur in 2012 or not, the fact is that many people do. In fact, the 2012 thought movement is a global trend of thinking which makes it a huge, ripe market that is right here, right now. Sun, 11 Oct 2009 10:34:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Booklet-Marketing-The-2012-Goldmine-Will-You-Cash-In?&id=3051938 http://ezinearticles.com/?Booklet-Marketing-The-2012-Goldmine-Will-You-Cash-In?&id=3051938 Book cost is critical to your success as an author. If the self-publishing company you choose charges too much for your book, you will be priced out of the market. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:32:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Cost&id=3013505 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Cost&id=3013505 Do you find as a published author you are always giving away your book to somebody for many different reasons? Yes, this goes along with the territory of having a published book, I am afraid. What the general public does not understand is the author has to pay for their own books. Read on. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 22:13:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Authors-and-Book-Giveaways&id=3059267 http://ezinearticles.com/?Authors-and-Book-Giveaways&id=3059267 How important do you think the book cover is of your published book? Do you think it sells your book? Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:03:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-Book-Covers&id=3048090 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-Book-Covers&id=3048090 The holidays are just around the corner once again, and booklets make a fantastic holiday promotion. There are literally an untold number of ways that a company might use your booklet to promote their company, their brand or their merchandise. Sometimes a company will have their own ideas, and other times they'll need a suggestion or two from you to get them thinking in the right direction about what's possible. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 15:11:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?12-Advantages-Booklets-Have-Over-Other-Holiday-Promotions-to-Help-You-Make-the-Sale&id=3017621 http://ezinearticles.com/?12-Advantages-Booklets-Have-Over-Other-Holiday-Promotions-to-Help-You-Make-the-Sale&id=3017621 Becoming a writer is not everyone's cup of tea. Though we have our own story to tell, it's not an easy task to write your own book. But if you aspire to become a renowned writer, you somehow ask yourself, "How much money can I make writing a book?" Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:53:33 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Much-Money-Can-I-Make-Writing-a-Book?-Let-Us-Answer-Your-Question&id=3026467 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Much-Money-Can-I-Make-Writing-a-Book?-Let-Us-Answer-Your-Question&id=3026467 Can I make money writing a book? Sure enough, everybody is familiar with the infamous Harry Potter and his magical adventures with his wizard friends. The series by J.K. Rowling is definitely a hit not only to children but also to adults who love to read. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:51:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Be-the-Next-JK-Rowling-Can-I-Make-Money-Writing-a-Book?&id=3026421 http://ezinearticles.com/?Be-the-Next-JK-Rowling-Can-I-Make-Money-Writing-a-Book?&id=3026421 When most booklet authors begin their booklet adventure, they get excited about the writing. They have a message burning inside them that they can't wait to get out. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:34:14 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Booklet-Marketing-Made-Simple&id=3012803 http://ezinearticles.com/?Booklet-Marketing-Made-Simple&id=3012803 New authors often feel very lucky to sell a dozen books let alone a truckload. There also known for saying that they aren't really interested in selling thousands, they wrote only because they wanted to. They didn't really want to get rich from it, some even say that they do want to get rich but they don't deep down believe it will work out that way. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:32:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Authors-Sell-Books-by-the-Truckload-in-Any-Niche&id=2968200 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Authors-Sell-Books-by-the-Truckload-in-Any-Niche&id=2968200 Social networking sites like Facebook are a terrific way to promote your book, but many authors don't optimize their Facebook profile or venture beyond their profile. In this article you'll learn six ways to take full advantage of the power of Facebook to promote your book and yourself. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:18:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Promote-Your-Book-on-Facebook-Six-Strategies-For-Success&id=2986946 http://ezinearticles.com/?Promote-Your-Book-on-Facebook-Six-Strategies-For-Success&id=2986946 Publishing has changed significantly in the 21st century and talent is no longer a guarantee for success. There are however still things you can do to make your publishing dreams come true. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 22:12:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-Publishing-Still-Good-Business?&id=446300 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-Publishing-Still-Good-Business?&id=446300 Numerous people come to me as a book and promoting coach telling me how they spent and tossed away a lot of cash and time following different well-known experts in the book and publicity areas. Think about self publishing. Think about On Demand Book Printing, but take care. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:12:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?On-Demand-Printing-and-Book-Self-Publishing&id=2952657 http://ezinearticles.com/?On-Demand-Printing-and-Book-Self-Publishing&id=2952657 All writers want their novels to sell, but many underestimate the importance of marketing their novel. Marketing a novel begins long before the novel is finished. A writer must begin to build interest in their work and in themselves. This is called building a writer's platform. This writer's platform is the key to the writer's success. These eight strategies can help a writer build a successful writing career. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:58:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?8-Strategies-For-Building-a-Writers-Platform&id=2943729 http://ezinearticles.com/?8-Strategies-For-Building-a-Writers-Platform&id=2943729 Whether your book is published by a traditional publisher or you choose to publish it yourself, promoting and selling your book will be basically up to you. That's precisely why more and more authors are choosing to self-publish their books. They figure if they will be doing most (or all) of the promotion for their books themselves anyway, they might as well have more control over the publishing process AND earn more money for each book they sell. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:38:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Promoting-Your-Book-Its-All-Up-to-You!&id=2990088 http://ezinearticles.com/?Promoting-Your-Book-Its-All-Up-to-You!&id=2990088 Are you in the process of writing a book? Are you struggling to narrow down the content? Do you have a hard time deciding what and what not to include in your book? It helps to have a good litmus test to apply, and a potential up-sell does just that. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 20:40:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-the-Up-Sell-to-Focus-Your-Book-Topic&id=2985545 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-the-Up-Sell-to-Focus-Your-Book-Topic&id=2985545 So what is the key to overcoming global recession? In contrary to what other people perceive, keeping a lot of money will not save the entire world from its current financial dilemma. Money needs to be used and circulated to keep the economy running. It's a key neglected tool for economic recovery. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:26:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Deciphering-Matters-of-Recession-and-the-Self-Publishing-Industry&id=2938233 http://ezinearticles.com/?Deciphering-Matters-of-Recession-and-the-Self-Publishing-Industry&id=2938233 There are simple methods available on learning how to write a book quickly and getting it published. The more important issue is why. Personal reasons are apparent. What you will find out here is how becoming an author will supercharge your online or brick and mortar business. Sat, 26 Sep 2009 11:07:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Anyone-Can-Write-a-Book-Fast-and-Why-You-Should&id=2962279 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Anyone-Can-Write-a-Book-Fast-and-Why-You-Should&id=2962279 New authors often feel very lucky to sell a dozen books let alone a truckload. There also known for saying that they aren't really interested in selling thousands, they wrote only because they wanted to. They didn't really want to get rich from it, some even say that they do want to get rich but they don't deep down believe it will work out that way. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:27:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Authors-Sell-Books-by-the-Truckload-System-in-Any-Niche&id=2968200 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Authors-Sell-Books-by-the-Truckload-System-in-Any-Niche&id=2968200 New authors feel that the only way to make an income from their book is to sell them one or two at a time. For many that's the best they will ever get because they miss out on one of the most valuable secrets available to them. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:02:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Authors-Create-a-Steady-Stream-of-Monthly-Income-Just-Talking-About-Your-Book&id=2958156 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Authors-Create-a-Steady-Stream-of-Monthly-Income-Just-Talking-About-Your-Book&id=2958156 New authors can find getting consumer interest in their book a daunting task, they look at the field that their book is in and think that there is no way to stand out from the crowd. Well there is a way to not only standout from the crowd but get heads and shoulders above them as well. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:00:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Authors-Get-Instant-Interest-in-Your-First-Book-With-This-Simple-Secret&id=2958050 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Authors-Get-Instant-Interest-in-Your-First-Book-With-This-Simple-Secret&id=2958050 This is an excerpt from an extensive audio review that I conducted with Joel Schwartzberg, author of The 40-Year Old Version: Humoirs of a Divorced Dad. This interview is not about the book per se, but about promoting it. When I spoke with Joel he told me, "I know a lot about web-promotion of books given my experiences promoting my own book and note all the blogger reviews) as well as through my experience teaching Author Publicity to authors. I run an online and in-person mediabistro course that focuses on opportunities in new media." Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:19:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Meet-Joel-Schwartzberg-Author-The-40-Year-Old-Version-Humoirs-of-a-Divorced-Dad&id=2913293 http://ezinearticles.com/?Meet-Joel-Schwartzberg-Author-The-40-Year-Old-Version-Humoirs-of-a-Divorced-Dad&id=2913293 This is an excerpt from an extensive audio review that I conducted with Joel Schwartzberg, author of The 40-Year Old Version: Memoirs of a Divorced Dad. This interview is not about the book per se, but about promoting it. When I spoke with Joel he told me, "I know a lot about web-promotion of books given my experiences promoting my own book and note all the blogger reviews) as well as through my experience teaching Author Publicity to authors. I run an online and in-person mediabistro course that focuses on opportunities in new media." Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:48:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Meet-Joel-Schwartzberg-Author-The-40-Year-Old-Version-Humors&id=2913293 http://ezinearticles.com/?Meet-Joel-Schwartzberg-Author-The-40-Year-Old-Version-Humors&id=2913293 This is an excerpt from an extensive audio review that I conducted with Joel Schwartzberg, author of The 40-Year Old Version: Memoirs of a Divorced Dad. This interview is not about the book per se, but about promoting it. When I spoke with Joel he told me, "I know a lot about web-promotion of books given my experiences promoting my own book and note all the blogger reviews) as well as through my experience teaching Author Publicity to authors. I run an online and in-person mediabistro course that focuses on opportunities in new media." Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:47:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Meet-Joel-Schwartzberg-Author-The-40-Year-Old-Version-Humors&id=2913293 http://ezinearticles.com/?Meet-Joel-Schwartzberg-Author-The-40-Year-Old-Version-Humors&id=2913293 You have the next great American novel, but your book manuscript could use some editing or proofreading. Follow these tips to ensure your money is well spent on a good editing service. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:50:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Manuscript-Editing-and-Proofreading-Avoid-Wasting-Your-Money-on-Inexperience&id=2913210 http://ezinearticles.com/?Manuscript-Editing-and-Proofreading-Avoid-Wasting-Your-Money-on-Inexperience&id=2913210 In our first article, we discussed creating a publishing business using the paid membership site model. In this article, we'll be looking at how having a narrow focus on your subject matter will create interest, help select content for the site, and even make your site more profitable. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:17:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Membership-Sites-Narrow-Focus-=-Big-Profits&id=2621117 http://ezinearticles.com/?Membership-Sites-Narrow-Focus-=-Big-Profits&id=2621117 Create your own digital publishing empire by opening and running paid membership sites. This is the first in a series of articles that will explain exactly what it takes to create and promote a profitable series of membership based sites. Publishers need not be writers, or producers of any content. They need to pull the content together, and present it in a way that gives value to those who pay to access it. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:54:31 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Your-Online-Publishing-Empire-Membership-Sites&id=2620891 http://ezinearticles.com/?Your-Online-Publishing-Empire-Membership-Sites&id=2620891 What does Web 2.0 mean for an author? Why does it provide formerly unknown opportunities for be well heard as an author? Find out the 4 key aspects of Web 2.0 that constitute the "new era of publishing." Wed, 23 Sep 2009 10:57:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Web-2.0-For-Authors-Why-Its-Key-For-New-Era-Publishing&id=1975483 http://ezinearticles.com/?Web-2.0-For-Authors-Why-Its-Key-For-New-Era-Publishing&id=1975483 Writing a book is a great way to build your business, but the process can be tough. In this article I describe a couple of different methods for creating and sustaining motivation to complete a book. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:03:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Write-a-Book-to-Build-Your-Business-What-Really-Helps-Keep-You-Motivated&id=2888113 http://ezinearticles.com/?Write-a-Book-to-Build-Your-Business-What-Really-Helps-Keep-You-Motivated&id=2888113 As a published author, your web site should become the clearinghouse of your marketing efforts. Every ad you place online, every article you publish in electronic publications, and even every e-mail you send should link back to your web site, where a visitor can read about your book-possibly even a sample of your book-read about you, find additional information, and buy your book. And every print ad or article that mentions you, should mention your web site, as well. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 09:21:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Boost-Your-Online-Book-Sales-With-Effective-Web-Copy&id=1097181 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Boost-Your-Online-Book-Sales-With-Effective-Web-Copy&id=1097181 If you're selling your book online, you're practically guaranteed to increase sales by publishing an e-mail newsletter, or "e-zine." Why? Well, for a start, it's a super way to give readers a taste of your expertise and style along with samples of your content. This ensures they'll come to be familiar with you, trust you, and hopefully buy your book when they're ready for more information. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 21:36:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sell-More-Books-With-an-E-mail-Newsletter&id=2 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sell-More-Books-With-an-E-mail-Newsletter&id=2 You're a writer and a writer should be published! But you heard only people like John Grisham gets published. Or you're lost in the maze of confusing publisher websites. This article will help you sort out what various publishers might offer so you can find the best publisher for you. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:48:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Signs-of-a-Top-Quality-Self-Publisher&id=2588897 http://ezinearticles.com/?Signs-of-a-Top-Quality-Self-Publisher&id=2588897 Many folks have always wanted to write a book and now with computer software and word-processing programs writing a book can be fairly easy. In fact, it's not too difficult to get e-book templates to help in the process. This means anyone with any experience in any endeavor can write a non-fiction book, and anyone who has a great story to tell can start writing their first rough draft. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:19:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Write-Articles-on-Book-Marketing-For-New-Writers&id=2952906 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Write-Articles-on-Book-Marketing-For-New-Writers&id=2952906 The number of Internet users worldwide now exceeds 1.5 billion people. Does the thought of trying to reach all those people make you feel intimidated? It shouldn't. Here's why. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:40:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Online-Book-Promotion-Tip-Think-Narrow,-Not-Wide&id=2867486 http://ezinearticles.com/?Online-Book-Promotion-Tip-Think-Narrow,-Not-Wide&id=2867486 What's the secret to internet book promotion? Is it having a great web site, a Google AdWords campaign, or search engine optimization? No. This is what you really need to focus on. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:40:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Secret-to-Internet-Book-Promotion&id=2867362 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Secret-to-Internet-Book-Promotion&id=2867362 The majority of authors who self-publish their own works pay little attention to the importance of book cover design. They may spend countless hours writing the contents of the book, and once they are finished, they may put it on the shelves without really thinking about the type of feelings it will inspire in the prospective readers of the book. In reality, avid readers often do judge a book by its cover. This is why book covers are just as important as the contents within the pages of the book. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:14:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Authors-Guide-to-Designing-a-Book-Cover&id=2830052 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Authors-Guide-to-Designing-a-Book-Cover&id=2830052 Start learning how to sell books online. Selling books online can be profitable and learning the basics is easy. Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:54:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sell-Books-Online-How-to-Get-Started-in-One-of-the-Most-Profitable-Online-Businesses&id=1644296 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sell-Books-Online-How-to-Get-Started-in-One-of-the-Most-Profitable-Online-Businesses&id=1644296 New writers have often been the cause of some of their own failures when trying to sell their own self-published book. Unlike what many people believe it takes some well thought out planning when deciding what to write if you want to be a successful author. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 20:43:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Writer-Tips-to-Research-Your-Self-Published-Book-on-Google-Before-You-Write-It&id=2919731 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Writer-Tips-to-Research-Your-Self-Published-Book-on-Google-Before-You-Write-It&id=2919731 Your reader will spend 4 seconds on your front cover. Check and correct a too long, too clever, too general, or too dull title. Does it include a major benefit? Remember, most people buy your book based on its cover. Make your title sizzle. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:17:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Title-Ideas-That-Sell&id=3216 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Title-Ideas-That-Sell&id=3216 'Special Reports' are typically 5-15 pages long and have a very narrow focus or theme. The main difference between a Special Report and an ebook is the amount of information they contain. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:00:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Make-Money-Online-With-Special-Reports&id=2854458 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Make-Money-Online-With-Special-Reports&id=2854458 In order to find success in today's book market, authors need to understand - and put to use - the fundamentals of business management and marketing. Gone is the day when an author can write a fabulous book and simply "put it out there" for readers to snatch up on their own. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:16:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Business-of-Writing-(Writing-With-the-Reader-in-Mind)&id=2849560 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Business-of-Writing-(Writing-With-the-Reader-in-Mind)&id=2849560 It's likely there is not a best selling author around who has not had to face burnout or apathy at one time or another. Others simply felt uninspired to keep on going with their craft. As an aspiring author, you are inevitably going to have to face these major obstacles. You will be well served to get them in control early on in order that they not do damage to your self-confidence or career or both. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:44:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Bestselling-Authors-Archenemies-Burnout-and-Apathy&id=2907362 http://ezinearticles.com/?Bestselling-Authors-Archenemies-Burnout-and-Apathy&id=2907362 Many writers are reluctant to approach celebrities and experts for quotes. Here are some simple tips to help you get a great testimonial or endorsement on your book cover. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:02:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Get-a-Celebrity-Endorsement-For-Your-Book-Tips-to-Get-a-Quote-on-Your-Book-Cover&id=2867056 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Get-a-Celebrity-Endorsement-For-Your-Book-Tips-to-Get-a-Quote-on-Your-Book-Cover&id=2867056 The reasons people buy are as varied as the people themselves. But, there are some commonalities that hold true for just about all individuals. Here are 15 reasons people buy. Consider them carefully as you create and market your booklet! Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:34:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Marketing-Your-Booklet-15-Reasons-People-Buy&id=2899135 http://ezinearticles.com/?Marketing-Your-Booklet-15-Reasons-People-Buy&id=2899135 As an author of a recently or not so recently birthed book, you need a press kit to market you and your book. Your website needs to host a PR page that is easy to access and full of rich information. Here are the basic items your press kit should contain on your website... Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:33:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?11-Items-to-Have-in-an-Online-Press-Kit&id=991890 http://ezinearticles.com/?11-Items-to-Have-in-an-Online-Press-Kit&id=991890 Authors often spend thousands of dollars designing their book cover only to have the book printed to find a misspelling in their title on the spine or the back cover of their work. NO one will take the time with your book and give it the critical eye it deserves like you will. Take the time to design it well and then to inspect it very carefully before you put it out there for the world to see. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:26:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Cover-Design-Things-You-Should-Know-Before-You-Print-Your-Non-Fiction-Book&id=963938 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Cover-Design-Things-You-Should-Know-Before-You-Print-Your-Non-Fiction-Book&id=963938 My first caveat is to warn you that fiction is a thousand times more difficult to sell for unknown authors than nonfiction. The vanity presses and subsidy publishers will tell you that is not the case, but they want your money and don't care if you ever sell a single copy. That's the first fact. If you are considering trying to self-publish a piece of fiction it is unlikely you will ever show a profit--I know, I just broke you heart, but at least I'm being honest with you. Sun, 13 Sep 2009 11:32:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Self-Publishing-Print-and-Ink-Books&id=2895036 http://ezinearticles.com/?Self-Publishing-Print-and-Ink-Books&id=2895036 Do you want to create an online best selling book? Learn how to avoid these top 5 distractions so you can accomplish your goal. Sun, 13 Sep 2009 10:36:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Best-Selling-Authors-Learn-to-Avoid-These-5-Distractions-That-Can-Hamper-Your-Success&id=2885447 http://ezinearticles.com/?Best-Selling-Authors-Learn-to-Avoid-These-5-Distractions-That-Can-Hamper-Your-Success&id=2885447 An online best seller book (eBook) is a bit different from your traditional book, especially when it comes to the actual launching and marketing of your creation. An eBook's success depends heavily on how you present in on the Internet, where it will have to compete with hundreds or even thousands of books talking about the same thing. In this article you will learn all the ins and outs of a successful launch... Sun, 13 Sep 2009 07:35:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Online-Best-Seller-EBook-The-Dos-and-Donts-of-Your-Online-Launch&id=2907308 http://ezinearticles.com/?Online-Best-Seller-EBook-The-Dos-and-Donts-of-Your-Online-Launch&id=2907308 Copyright 2009 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.