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2016 Next Generation Indie Book Awards Finalist – Robert W. Lucas

Posted on May 31, 2016 by bob lucas

I am excited to share that my first self-published book, Make Money Writing Books: Proven Profit Making Strategies for Authors was selected as a Finalist in the Writing/Publishing category of the 2016 Next Generation Indie Book Awards. The book shares … Continue reading →

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Independent Book Publishers Association Annual Conference 2016

Posted on April 4, 2016 by bob lucas

With only four more days before the 2016 Independent Book Publishers Association Publishing University, you still have time to register if you are an independent publisher or an author wanting to learn more about the publishing industry. There is always great … Continue reading →

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Florida Authors and Publishers Association 2015 Annual Conference

Posted on June 14, 2015 by bob lucas

Authors and independent and small publishers are again coming together to discuss pertinent issues in the areas of self-publishing and resources for authors. In doing so, they will hear from subject matter experts in the areas of publishing, marketing and promoting … Continue reading →

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Florida Authors and Publishers Ed-U-Conference and President’s Book Awards A BIG Success

Posted on August 13, 2014 by bob lucas

The 2014 Florida Authors and Publishers annual Ed-U-Conference was just completed at the Ft. Lauderdale Pompano Beach Marriott Resort and Spa. Attendee reviews were all in the 6-7 range on a scale of 7. This year’s event included expert authors and … Continue reading →

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2014 FAPA President’s Book Awards Announced

Posted on January 9, 2014 by bob lucas

Florida Authors and Publishers Association (FAPA) is pleased to announce the guidelines for the 2014 FAPA President’s Book Awards, which recognizes book publishing excellence and creativity in design, content and production for North American authors and publishers! The awards are bigger and better … Continue reading →

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Last Call Eric Hoffer Book Awards – $2000 Grand Prize

Posted on December 10, 2013 by bob lucas

Submissions for the Eric Hoffer Awards for Short Prose and Independent Books ends January 21st for books and March 21st for prose. Two grand prizes are awarded annually: one for short prose (i.e. fiction and creative nonfiction) and one for … Continue reading →

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2014 PEN Awards Now Soliciting Submissions

Posted on November 21, 2013 by bob lucas

Do you have a published book that you feel is an “award winner?” If so, the PEN Literary Awards are now accepting submissions for their 2014 literary awards in multiple genres. The PEN Literary Awards are the most comprehensive in … Continue reading →

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Writing Contests, Grants and Awards for Poets and Writers

Posted on October 18, 2013 by bob lucas

Writers and authors trying to build their platform, gain exposure and generate revenue from their work(s) continually look for opportunities to participate in writing contests or competitions with their articles and books. Such events provide a vehicle to have your … Continue reading →

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4th Annual Global Ebook Awards – 2014

Posted on August 29, 2013 by bob lucas

If you have published an eBook with a copyright of 2012 or later, you are eligible to submit for the 2014 Ebook Awards competition sponsored by self-publishing guru, Dan Poynter. Submissions open September 1, 2013. This is another way to increase your … Continue reading →

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Writer’s Digest Book Contests Open

Posted on August 10, 2013 by bob lucas

If you are looking for a means of getting publicity for your books, increasing your personal brand, and potentially selling more copies of your new book, consider entering one of the Writer’s Digest Book Contests. While some categories have closed … Continue reading →

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