Thanks! I didn't think any magazine would want to pay for something that had already been put up on the web (especially in a non-private forum), so I was just going to put the article on my website once it was done.
Shop it around first!
Thanks! I didn't think any magazine would want to pay for something that had already been put up on the web (especially in a non-private forum), so I was just going to put the article on my website once it was done.
Add some more to it, polish it up a bit more, though it's very good right now, take it offline, and then try Reader's Digest and Writer's Digest. Both have excellent distribution to the people who need to be warned.
Add some more to it, polish it up a bit more, though it's very good right now, take it offline, and then try Reader's Digest and Writer's Digest. Both have excellent distribution to the people who need to be warned.
I think the AARP would be very interested in exposing a scam.
The Publisher agrees to distribute, at his discretion, for purposes of publicity and/or review, promotional information pertaining to the said literary work, to publications throughout the United States and/or Canada, or elsewhere.
Sales promotion, advertising and publicity shall be at the Publisher’s election and discretion…
The Author agrees to actively participate in promoting the sales of the said literary work in his home town area and elsewhere, by making himself available to media interviews, book readings and/or signings and other public sales promotion appearances.
I tried sticking flyers under windshields in a couple of Supermarket paring lots and almost got arrested for it.
Of course, I have to hussle at getting involved in the signings and festivals. I spent a lot of weekends over the last two months out there in the public, hauling my easel, big poster of my book, the table, the chair, the books and some other marketing tools that I use to catch folks interest.
Sometimes I spend so much time marketing - especially on the net - I am too tired to work on my second novel. That bothers me the most.
Promote, market, promote, market. That's your new job.
80% of a writer's career is marketing & promotion activities - not writing.
And, you are the number one seller of your work. Do you see Stephen King doing book signings and promoting his own work... Yes! Does Anne Rice go on book tours promoting her work... Yes!
However, the thing is - and publicists/agents will confirm this- the key to book events is not the sales themselves; it is the fact that you are creating name recognition and gaining contacts in the industry. That should be our main goal as writers.
I am another happy author- I would have to say PA did exactly what they said they would, and in a timely way. Not only was i pleased with the cover art, but also with the email announcements they sent out, the availability of the book, and all. It is available to bookstores and readily available on the web. Free web page & great listing on the PA site: all exactly as advertised.
Author-Promotion.com is a resource directory for aspiring and established authors alike and also showcases literary works by best-selling and new authors wanting greater online book publicity. Authors are able to have their books featured for $25.00 a month.
You will sell your book. You will be so pleased with it, you will tell total strangers and they will buy it.
...somewhere in the ranks of 20,000 PA authors is the star that will rise and take some of us along - the movie that will beat all box office revenues and tour the talk shows, letting PA shine along with their light and helping the rest of us.
I didn't get it either at first until I wanted to request a review from Publishers Weekly and found out I could not because my book had already been published.
The one and only - well its not a concern, its a minor detail - courtesy copies for reviewers don't seem to be high on their list. I realize they can't make $ from free books for reviewers, but it is a valid promotional tactic.
Any PA author here who volunteers to read your book will never give you a "bad" review.
PA authors provided the best reviews I've ever had.
I think this is the next Narnia movie. It was very entertaining. I felt like I was right there with them during their journeys… This was a book very well written. I would suggest it to anybody who would like to escape from this cruel world we live in.
Some people don’t want to wait for their book to be chosen. The Fast Track offers another alternative to the wait. All fast track books (paid for reviews) go to the top of the reading list.
There have been numerous reviews by web reviewers posted recently and all seem to be rated 5 stars. This raises a question about their legitimacy and whether they might not be merely ego-strokers.
I know many of you are seeking places to submit your books to for reviews. Well, a friend of mine is doing that now. Here's her information:
Professional Literary Book Reviews
Children's books and under 50 pages- $15.00
50-100 pages- $25.00
101-200 pages- $50.00
201-300 pages- $75.00
Anything above that will depend on the number of pages.
Hard copies, e-books and manuscripts accepted! And she uses paypal!
A Book Hall of Fame Certificate with your book review printed on it.
(It is perfect for framing)
You can display your Book Hall of Fame Literary Review with this lovely Certificate.
You can place it in your home, office or anywhere you would like.
It is a great way to display your accomplishments.
It is Eye Candy.
Only for
$25.00
I recieved $0.00 on this royalty statement.
i just reiceved my royalties today and according to the letter it says I haven't sold any since it was available to buy in march, how can that be? I know I have sold at least 15 through myspace, I even have photographic proof… Can anyone please explain why I have not recieved any royalties, because I'm very disappointed right now. It's been available since March, shouldn't I have got something?
I know I sold copies of one of my books on amazon... I TOOK THE ORDERS! So, once again, where's the money? Something to think about before you submit another book... at least I am.
Over the years I've seen a lot of people who get a zero in their first royalty statement come on this board feeling puzzled, but the important thing is to hang in there and continue the marketing drive for your book(s).
I guess I should feel great, then.(but I dont) My check was for $23.29..and just got released June 11th. I don't understand the system either, as I know many people who bought the books online thru amazon and barnes noble. This really discourages me.
My book only came out August 2007, but the check was for a wopping $1.65.
I received two checks. One $37.50 and the other $15.00. Total sales of both was 34. This makes my third royality check and have received about the same each time. Guess I should rejoice. I'd hate to have to PAY PA.
There is also a ninety day period allowance for online bookstores to make payments to PA for any books sold. This means that, if your book became available within the last three months (90 days), you will only receive royalties for the number of books sold on the PA website.
I have put far more into the book than I have gotten back in money. All proceeds go to charity. It is sad to think I would have been better off to give the money to the charity than to go the book route.
Thanks very much for commenting. Would you mind if I rephrased what you said in my own terms and added it to the section of the article which mentions signings?
Why not just quote him? I'm sure James won't mind being quoted in an article.
It would be interesting to know how many PA authors buy 50 or more copies of their novels and then have 2nd, 3rd, 4th, etc. novels published by PA versus those who buy only a few and have only a few sold via PA's Bookstore or other bookstore outlets and then are rejected for any additional books being published.
My 2nd book got rejected by Publish America so I have to find a way to save up around $600.00 for another publisher which sucks because I'm poor and don't get that much money.
I had thought about giving PA a second book to publish for me, but they said that my sales from the last book wasn't up to par. I have started to look for another publisher and literary agent, but they are so hard to find and they don't accept many new authors.
…my advice is to keep promoting the first book. You can always submit the second one again later.
My best advice at this point is to get to work and make that first book more successful. Promote, Promote, Promote; then resubmit your manuscript again.
I am working on a series with my book, should I remain loyal to PA or submit sequels elsewhere? I've have good experiences with PA so far but they don't seem to be very personable.
You're quite welcome.Thanks, CatSlave! I'm working on the section about common mistakes and misinformation on the PAMB at the moment, and I can't shake the feeling that I'm writing a book, not an article.