Monthly Archives: July 2010

Essential Self-Promotion for Writers

“What?  It’s not enough that I spent three years writing this book  — now I have to promote it?”  That’s how many of us react when faced with the realities of the marketplace. These days, it’s not “publish or perish,” it’s “promote or perish.” Bad news for those of us who became writers so we…

James L. D’Adamo, N.D., D.N.B. – Author Interview

What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. Just An Ounce of PreventionIs Worth a Pound of Cure: A Modern Guide to Healthful Living from the Originator of the Blood-Type Diet – was released by Hay House in April 2010.The book comes as people around the world have increasingly awakened to…

Chelle Lynne – Author Interview

What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. My most recent book, and actually my first book, is titled Forged By the Fire of Adversity: Faith in Trying Times, published by Xulon Press. It talks about dealing positively with adversity and how we can hold onto our faith in even the…

Book Marketing Blog Carnival – July 28, 2010

Welcome to the July 28, 2010 edition of the book marketing carnival. Marketing and Online Marketing Phyllis Zimbler Miller presents Get Creative with Your Book Trailers posted at Selling Books. Ryan_Taft presents Foursquare eBook: How to Use Foursquare to Grow Your Business posted at Catalyst Marketers, saying, “Foursquare is a location-based social application that combines…

Gayle Trent (writing as Amanda Lee) – Author Interview

What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. My most recent book is The Quick and the Thread: An Embroidery Mystery. It centers around Marcy Singer, who has just opened an embroidery specialty shop in Tallulah Falls, Oregon–on the coast. She throws a soiree to celebrate her grand opening. Soon, Marcy’s…

Alien Life Forms in Fiction

The first thing to remember is that aliens are alien. That may sound obvious but it is amazing how often it’s forgotten. Often aliens are just humans but with different skin. Their senses will be different (e.g. could see a different part of the spectrum to us), their morals and social structures will almost certainly…

Janet Spurr – Author Interview

What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. Beach Chair Diaries, Summer Tales from Maine to Maui is a collection of short, fun, essays that will make you feel summer time any time. Tell us something about yourself. I’ve been in sales for over 25 years and have been able to…

B. J. Campbell – Author Interview

What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. Close Calls: The True Tales of Cougar Bob is a collection of stories about North Idaho native, Robert L. “Cougar Bob” Campbell. People know Cougar Bob as the man who climbs trees and takes cougar and bear with his pocket knife, if necessary….

Book Authors Need Their Own Dedicated Websites

Many book authors decide that they do not need their own book websites. These authors feel that they can get enough exposure by listing their book on the various online book sites. Yet, if you are truly interested in giving your book the best online marketing opportunities, you need to have your own book author…

Shirley Cheng – Author Interview

What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. My newest book is Do You Love Jehovah? God Almighty’s Infinite Love & Wisdom to Propel You to Greatness. This three-time award-winning inspirational book on Christianity helps you discover your purpose and gently direct your way to align with the most sacred will:…