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Book Marketing and Publishing Tips for Authors–

eZine Issue #94 October 23, 2019
Publisher: Judith Briles

Practical Publishing Advice and Guidance for Authors

In This Issue
      
1. Author Tools … do you know about Grabbr?

2. November Program … Writing Pearls and Podcasting

     3.  All New Webinars … New Webinars for NOV and DEC …
         get registered

     4.  Webinar REPLAY … Create a bestseller for both new and old books PLUS book reviews

     5.  Hot podcasts for OCTOBER … 5 to add to your calendar

     6. Question of the Week …

     7. Book Shepherd "Fun" of the Week … the Irish wake

This Week Under The Book Shepherd’s Roof:
What a week. I loved the all new Book Marketing Unplugged. As past alumni participant Ron Beach said, "I’ve been to every Unplugged event … this one is the single best I’ve attended." For those of you who took a pass … put that in your boo-boo column.
One of the activities from the 30 Tools that started with a demo and that "do" included making new posters. I’ve decided to create an entire stream using my quotes from my book Snappy Sassy Salty-Wise Words for Authors & Writers and cats … as in cats with attitudes. Now, to turn them over to my assistant Leah to add her magic as I add to the stream of cat pictures I’ve been saving in a special folder. I suspect Grey Cat below will have a different presentation next go around and a lot of company.


Hello and Good Publishing Day to YOU.


I threw in the Fall towel on Sunday … the freeze we had in Denver two weeks earlier zapped the possibility of coloring I so love of the maples that surround my home—all that we left was shriveled up brown that a strong wind wisked away much of them. Winter is coming—fair notice to cover all the furniture on the deck and bring all in—drain the water lines. Done and done.

My other adventure this week was a rendeovoux with my ortho surgeon on Monday. I had passed my sell-by-date for the knee that was replaced 15 years ago. The second time around is complicated and I got to test it out. Heading home today … and now the rehab starts. So not fun … can’t drive for six weeks

 

The NOVEMBER Saturday AuthorYOU Salon will be held on Saturday, November 9th – join me at my home—we call it Casa Quatar! All start at 8.30 am —we’ve moved the time up by popular demand!

The AuthorYOU Salons
if you are in Colorado—come for coffee or tea … it’s on me.It’s a perfect way to start your Saturday for author savvy and know-how.

Details HERE.  
https://www.meetup.com/AuthorYOUSalons/events/260321129/

 
Want Tips for Authoring and Publishing? This week on our podcast: AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, it’s all about writing the memoir that people will care about. Last week was all about recognizing and publicity tips. This week, I share a variety of tips and tricks to propel your book marketing.

Another heavy-duty writing week for me on a variety of projects. Plus, I’ll be taking a few days off next week to start the recuperation from surgery.

 
 
JOIN the new AuthorYOU …

If you don’t, it’s a publishing boo-boo. AuthorYOU promises its members a lot and delivers more. And wait ‘til you see the bundle of goodies and discounts we are starting to post on the website for Members only. All will be up before the end of the month. Yup, it’s a good idea. Not a paid-up member?

JOIN AuthorYOU today. https://mp.gg/e9d1o
And a heads up—hold the FIRST Saturday of each month for our live event meetings—

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Author Tools – Discover Grabbr

What do Simon & Schuster, AT&T and platform expert Michael Hyatt have in common? Grabbr, that’s what they all cheer about and so did I after our webinar. If you don’t know Grabbr … you should … and you will.
With Grabbr.com, you can:

· Grab new emails right and left.

· Generate chatter and buzz about your book pronto.

· Create book sales.

Don’t miss learning about this easy, peasy platform to get the word out GLOBALLY about you and your book. This is a time you will be saying to others: Try it, you will like it. In fact, you will love it. Learn all about it at https://Grabbr.com

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November Program … it’s combo program Podcasting and Writing Pearls on November 2
Judith Briles, Mara Purl and Kelly Johnson will join forces … to provide a variety of writing tips to move you into the new year with new ideas, new tips on completing your "next" work PLUS entering the wide world of podcasting. Is it time for you to get in front of the mic and share your wisdom and expertise? How about your awesome storytelling or interviewing of others?
Everything You Need to Know About Podcasting!

• What is a Podcast?
• Should you start a podcasts?
• Should you record it yourself?
• Can you record in your home office?
• Are podcasts only for non-fiction authors?
• Can fiction be podcast?
• Can a serial story become a podcasts?

Join us for a breakthrough seminar Saturday, November 2nd, 2019

Details and registration here:
https://authoru.org/event/podcastingandwritingpearls


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All New Webinars for November and December coming …
November 7th  Noon Mountain time

Audiobooks are booming in popularity, and they're only growing.
With so many people craving audiobooks these days, if you're not providing them, you could be losing out on extra royalties every month. 
The cool thing is, unlike eBooks, it's not overly crowded so you stand a much better chance of having your books be seen and sold there.

I'm doing a free webinar training with Derek Doepker on how you can start profiting with audiobooks.

You can join us on Thursday, November 7th here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5824343292459092493 
He'll answer all your questions about whether it's best to do it yourself or outsource.

Even if you live outside the US and UK (ACX distribution territories) you can still us ACX and another resource with some special secrets he'll share.

On this webinar you'll discover:

-  How audiobooks are generating hundreds to thousands of extra dollars in royalties for some self-published authors on auto-pilot.

-  How you can produce audiobooks on any budget and distribute them from anywhere in the world.

-  The critical facts you have to consider before deciding whether to outsource or produce your own audiobooks that could save you thousands of dollars.

-  Where to hire professional audiobook narrators if you wish to outsource.

-  The exact microphone, software, and equipment you need to produce limitless top-quality audiobooks on a shoestring budget.
ü  Your audiobook questions answered personally.

Date: Thursday, Nov 5th at Noon  Mountain time.

Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5824343292459092493

The Perfect Book Marketing Gift Awaits You …
December 5th at Noon Mountain time


Have you ever wondered ...


·  How can I focus on writing and publishing instead of constantly promoting my books?

· How can I get consistent sales of full priced books instead of just short-term spikes during promotions?

· How can my book stand out when there are SO many competing books on Amazon and it feels like pulling teeth to get sales?

· How do I get reviews and build my audience FAST if I'm starting from scratch?

· Where can I outsource the work I don't want to do?

Note: If you want 1,001 ways to market your book, this isn't for you.
If you want to 80/20 concepts, the 20% that leads to 80% of your results ... then you'll need to check out this free live training called Automatic Book Sales System we're doing Thursday, December 5th at NOON Mountain time.

Register here:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1071043474912420365

In this training you'll discover:

-  The most powerful form of auto-pilot book promotion to sell full priced books consistently – this has led to over $3,505 in EXTRA book sales in less than 8 weeks!

-  The 3 biggest marketing mistakes authors make that sabotage their success … and how to fix them.

-  How to get reviews and build your audience even if you’re starting completely from scratch with no following.
  And more!

Join us by registering now—it’s the perfect gift, just for you and your book.

4.
Bestseller Webinar replay from October 9th
Want to turn every book you have into a REAL bestseller?

Bet you do. And I’ve got a special webinar popping at NOON Mountain time on Tuesday, October 9th.

Writing a book is an act of passion. It takes time, energy and sacrifice.

You take something real and vibrant from within your soul and you put it on the table for the world to see. And, you become vulnerable.

                         What will people think?
                         What will they say?
                         Will they buy my book?


There is nothing more devastating for authors than to write an amazing book and put in their best effort to launch it… Only to hear the sound of crickets.

Most authors put off thoughts of publishing and marketing until after their masterpiece is written… and that’s totally understandable.

Oh-Oh, that can be a death sentence for your next book.

Here’s my truthiness: most launches succeed or fail long before the book hits the shelves. It’s the pre launch buzz and strategy that make the difference.

REGISTER: https://jonathan31947d.clickfunnels.com/replay-judith-brilesp3he1xmh


Here are just a few of the secrets you will master next week:

-  Harness the PASSION CONUNDRUM: How to turn your passion into the fulcrum that turns your next book into a bestseller.

-  Learn the LIKEABILITY SECRET: The secret to making every visitor FOUR TIMES more likely to buy your book.

-  Beat the LAUNCH HURDLES: How to jump over the accursed book launch hurdle that trips up far too many budding authors.

-  And much, much more!

Get ready to learn exactly where to turn the wrench on your next book launch (or relaunch) and once you know it, it’s going to feel like a breeze!

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Hot podcasts slated for this month
You can always listen in via our websites: www.AuthorYOU.org  (click on the On the Air image on the Home page—wait for it to upload. Or www.TheBookShepherd.com (click on the Resources tab).

Throughout October, I will be doing individual podcasts on publishing, dealing with rogue publishers and publishing predators, book marketing, and publicity.

October 3 Building and Reviving Your Platforms – Judith Briles

October 10 Is there a Publishing Predator in Your Midst?  – Judith Briles

October 17Chicken & Egg –Do You Plan and Implement Your Book Marketing First?  – Judith Briles

October 24Chicken & Egg – Do You Plan and Implement Your Publicity First?  – Judith Briles

October  31 Roundup of My Favorite Tools  – Judith Briles


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Questions of the Week:


Question: I don’t want to learn anything about social media. Do I have to?

Answer: No, you don’t. But, and it’s a BIG but … social media is powerful in building your reader base, fans, building influence, and marketing and selling books. Do you want to talk about it?

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Book Shepherd "Fun" or an "Uh-Oh" of the Week

Love it when I find a fun shorty—a quick smile, a laugh out loud, a sip of tea … and back to work—perfect. perfect. Love this …  Irish man leaves funny recording for his funeral

Get your copy today – Available in Print, eBook, Audiobook  http://bit.ly/1000000speech
You can pick my brain … minimum time is 30 minutes. If you need one-on-one-time with me, I’m always open for a few minutes to give you some quick input. But, and it’s a BIG BUT, many call and expect far more than a few minutes.



This is called a "consult" and I would be delighted to schedule time with you for "just you and your many questions" that need answers. You can book time with me it at: https://thebookshepherd.com/pick-judiths-brain


Author Friendly Friday this week …

Join Author Friendly Fridays: a fun, sharing and a dynamic closed group. You can join in the next week. It’s a full hour when you can ask questions—any question. And, I always include a few strategies to get your authoring life ahead of the competition.

It’s for paid subscribers ONLY and we do it on Zoom.



This is how each call starts: I share a few strategies, tips and tools that attendees can immediately start to use. All share … and ask plenty of questions. They get answers. Definitely an excellent way to start a Friday. Those of you who aren’t participating, you are making a mistake. I love the variety of books and authors who have chosen to participate. What’s also fun, is the energy that can be felt with what everyone is working on. Love it!

Here’s the link to take advantage of it and subscribe: https://thebookshepherd.com/product/author-friendly-fridays-subscription  

Podcast expands to 7 networks … Follow us and learn … new shows every Thursday.

Here’s the master link for iTunes:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/author-u-your-guide-to-book/id493527713?mt=2&ign-Jampt=uo%3D4

And, if you have listened, support our podcast and post a review. Thank you!

The AuthorYOU – Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast is now heard on SEVEN podcast channels. How cool is that? Listeners can tune into the weekly (always new – no repeats) show on:


Get the latest #AuthorU-Your Guide to #Book #Publishing radio podcast with @MyBookShepherd via iTunes here:   http://bit.ly/PublishingPodcast


That’s my author and publishing news for today … what’s yours?
About Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd

Book Publishing expert Judith Briles, aka The Book Shepherd
has shepherded more than 1,000 authors and created 500 best-sellers and award-winning books. She knows publishing inside and out from both the traditional and independent sides. Judith is an advocate for authors within her blogs, podcasts and speaking engagements. What’s her pet peeve? Two words: publishing predators.

She hosts the podcast AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing that generates over 100,000 downloads a month. Her website is www.TheBookShepherd, email: JudithBriles.com and phone: 303-885-2207.

The Book Shepherd
 
 
 
 


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