Those not in the writing world are often surprised to learn writing is only a part of the author’s life. A big part of our time is spent marketing our work. One way to spread awareness about our name and books is through blogging. Not only do I blog here, with Christians Read and Inspy…
I don’t know about other career choices, but authors can blink and realize their marketing information is out of date. It feels like we just posted an updated bio, only to read the book we said was coming soon has been out for a year. Headshots might seem recent, then you notice that hairstyle went…
Finally, Real Help Without the Hype for Your Direct Sales Business We’ve all seen it. A Direct Sales dream story where the work-from-home lady makes millions and travels the world on her own schedule without ever having to miss her kid’s soccer practice. We wonder if it is really just a dream? BUT we’ve also…
Surrender It To God “I hate promoting myself and my work.” This is a common mantra among writers, especially myself. After all, no one wants to tell a complete stranger or even a close friend, “Hey, you should buy my book. It’s really great!” What is it about self-promotion that makes us…
It’s weird, this year. Each October I start promoting the need for guest posts from people from every walk of life to say why they are thankful. Most years I receive so many submissions they spill into December. They have been short, long, from women, men, authors and readers. From Ohio, from across the pond….
As I work on promoting Entrusted and creative ways to let readers know this book exists, I come across new websites. One of them was Jigzone. I played along and thought I’d share the front cover of Entrusted with you as a puzzle. Click on the link and the puzzle should open up. Have fun!…