Speaking about Branding at Made in the Valley Networking
I had a very nice time Tuesday night speaking about branding to a local networking group. I was the third speaker and a good place to be as I was able to bring it all together in to the importance of the Visual presentation and follow through for your branding direction no matter if you are branding a company, product, or book.
It was a lively evening with Libby Gill starting off the evening with asking each person in the group what their branding needs were and giving suggestions. Then on to Gail Lara sharing her experience with the book she is currently in process with. Then to me, ending the evening on the note of design importance.
Very much enjoyed the evening. Thank you Robin and Made in the Valley.
We all know it's not JUST about writing the book… right?
1. Make / write your statement, book, tips, whatever… 2. Get it out there, blog, post, tweet, video, radio, articles, conferences, seminars, events 3. Do what you have to do so that as many people see your work as possible 4. Prove that you’re a going concern, timely, motivated, aware of the world, benefits 5. …
About Writing… 10 points from PD James
I am always fascinated by the fiction writers ability to keep the story in their heads… I enjoyed the tips from PD James… and hope you do to. I especially liked #6 as it also could pertain to an artists life. “6. Enjoy your own company: It is undoubtedly a lonely career, but I suspect …
Book Award: The Great Midwest Book Festival 2013
I receive a lot of Call for Entries… so I figured I’d pass a few of them along to you all. I entered several calls after writing my Parenting book and actually did placed in several. I find it’s nice to be able to say “I’m an award winning author”. I have a list of …
How to write the subtitle for your book…
When determining your subtitle…think benefits that the reader will get, think what you promise them. Think bullet points (but don’t use them in the subtitle), think logically and think what “they” want to solve or know about. Re-read your intro, foreword and first chapter, pull out the phrases you already use and rework them into …
A surefire way to know if your book title is working…"I wonder what it's about?"
If you hear these words…”I wonder what it’s about?”… then your title is doing it’s job and hopefully so is your sub-title. Creating a desire for fascination and intrigue to learn more and open the book. BUT
Books designed with CDs – some things to consider
Should you put a CD in your book or not? or do you create a book designed with all the stuff in it that might go in the CD? good questions. If your book is not sealed, shrink wrapped, the CD could be easily taken and then your book is not sellable and the book …
How to Create a Web Presence – Quick and Cheap! For Online and Offline Businesses
Are you an author, life coach, therapist, or small company looking to have a website and offer your services and products? If your answer is yes… my information will be of value to you! Offline business has its network meetings, trade shows, advertising, direct mail programs, catalogs, telemarketing, workshops and more… Online business has its …
Book Design: Does my eBook Need to be Protected?
Do you have a Kindle? I’ve been told that the fate of the printed book might be in danger! I’m not sure I believe that, but, as a self publisher we need to be on top of the newest trends… and one of those trends is making our books available in eBook form to be …
Photos scans for the interior of your book
I’ve written about this before… but it’s such an important subject here it is again… I can’t encourage you enough to contact a knowledgeable professional if you are planning on having one or hundreds of photo/illustration images on the inside of you book. There are so many “if’s” involved and the wrong road could cost …
BOOK DESIGN: Everyone needs a Photo… Right? Headshots and other Photo Tips
Know, like and trust. This is what we build with our books, services and website. Visuals play a big part in creating this trust. And we all know we need a photo. Just how important that photo quality is depends on how you will be using it. If you plan to use it for web …
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