by bookshepherd_admin | Dec 5, 2017 | Book Marketing, PR and Media, Writing Success
WOWSA! You’ve landed an interview on your book; you’ve prepped, only to discover that the person interviewing you is clueless. Or, they have their own agenda. What to do? Why take control, that’s what you do! Reality check: Hosts get side-tracked … or heaven...
by bookshepherd_admin | Aug 1, 2017 | Author Success, Writing Success
Each summer, I teach the How to Write a Book in 4 Weeks workshop … Sometimes, I join in and complete one; other times, I start one, knowing that it will take some time. The first time, crowdfunding was on my mind. Seeing now what’s known as the Author YOU Mini-Series,...
by bookshepherd_admin | Mar 21, 2017 | Author Success, Writing Success, Writing Tip
Last week, I was in Ajijic, Mexico speaking at the La Chapala Writer’s Conference over a four-day period plus travel days. Forty-five writers and authors came together for an enthusiastic two intense days masterminded by Herbert Piekow. In addition, I had 23...
by bookshepherd_admin | Mar 14, 2017 | Author Success, Writing Success, Writing Tip
Note: This article originally appeared on http://bit.ly/2naU0VV One of the most frequent questions I get from independent authors and publishers I meet at writing conferences is “How do I get my book into libraries?” Here are some insights and advice for indie...
by bookshepherd_admin | Jan 17, 2017 | Author Success, Writing Success
I love to laugh … do you? Do you use humor … any type of humor in your writing? How about presentations you make about your book or expertise? Do you know there’s a difference between humor and comedy? How would you like to spend a day with one of Hollywood’s super...
by bookshepherd_admin | Sep 3, 2016 | Kick Butt Author Tips, Writing Success
Facts for a weekend for you to noodle on: 1 Authors need traditional publishing less and less. Oh my, that hurts, but it’s the truth. With all the resources available to new and old authors, the question has to be asked: do we need you? With all the resources...