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My kids and I anticipated visiting a new indie bookstore in a nearby town. From what I could tell, the owner seemed receptive to local authors. After a brief phone call, I learned that she’ll accept local authors’ books on…
My kids and I anticipated visiting a new indie bookstore in a nearby town. From what I could tell, the owner seemed receptive to local authors. After a brief phone call, I learned that she’ll accept local authors’ books on…
A very good friend of mine who lives in Sedona – Arizona has recently been globe-trotting the world on a series of learnings. I was fascinated to speak with her last week and we discussed many subjects and the topic lead into deep conversation on…
I packed a bag with copies of my books and press releases, made a list of places I hoped would be receptive to my pitch and started making the rounds. The local libraries were less enthusiastic than I had hoped however they did…
I’m excited about what we’ve done so far in building Hometown Reads because I believe to be successful in marketing a book, authors need to start where they are — mobilizing the networks of relationships they already have. Oftentimes…
Every author should love book bloggers, because they truly love books and authors. Snagging reviews in newspapers, magazines and major sites takes work, connections and a lot of luck. Book bloggers can be much more accessible and, because they write…
Grange Day George Cates and his sister Effie had a milking herd in East Vassalboro, Maine for many years. He was very active in the local Grange. Grange is a movement from the mid 1800s to promote animal and food husbandry and to promote the…