Mailing Free Books To Bookstores And Libraries Can Backfire By Angela Hoy
It’s considered very bad form to send free copies to a bookstore or library.
More World’s Worst Book Proposals And Query Letters!
Hi, Angie.
This one really got me:
“I seek publisher for the attached article expressing possible disadvantages of the theory or concept of feminism.”
On top of everything else, does he not realize that you, a female business person, are the publisher? The sheer lunacy of these things is jaw-dropping. Just when I think I’ve seen it all or heard it all, I find out the abyss goes even deeper.
Keep ’em coming.
Regards,
Marsha
Rock Your Book Talk! Do’s, Don’ts And Tips By Susan Sundwall
These days writers must sell themselves, it’s a given. We’ve got to look for and latch onto any opportunity to self promote. Book talks are an excellent way to do it. Senior citizen groups, local service clubs, libraries, schools, and writers groups all have a frequent need for speakers and we must serve – if we want to sell, that is. Of course the first step is informing everyone by phone call, letter or email of your availability to speak. Then, as the dates pile up, you’ll need a plan…
Do I Need Permission To Quote Others In My Book?
If I reference a book and/or the authors of that book, do I have to get written permission from them? Is it enough just to list them in my reference section?
One WILD Weekend!!!
We managed to convince Zach and Mary to babysit the boys for a long weekend and Richard and I escaped alone to Ybor City. We had a FANTASTIC time! Best date EVER!!
Letters To The Editor For April 15th
Letters will return next week.
Archived letters are HERE.
Why Is BookLocker So Inexpensive Compared To Other POD Publishers?! The Answer Is Simple…
I am interested in speaking to someone about publishing my children’s book. I ran across the page advertising BookLocker’s (color-interior program) and would like to know a little more about this company, especially why is the pricing so inexpensive compared to some of the other publishing companies?
No Broken Bones This Year!
The violent Easter egg hunt went pretty smoothly this year. Furniture was overturned, sofa cushions were thrown about, and (adult) kids were shoved aside (by each other)…
More World’s Worst Book Proposals And Query Letters! By Angela Hoy
Oh, yes! We know you’ve been waiting for this!! Today, I’m going to share another installment of our popular column, World’s Worst Book Proposals and Query Letters. Featured below are real quotes from query letters and book proposals submitted to us over the past few weeks…
Letters To The Editor For April 8th
Letters will return next week.
Archived letters are HERE.
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