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The Business of Writing Nonfiction Books

Posted on July 6, 2016 by bob lucas

Many people say “someday I am going to write a book.” For a variety of reasons, most never accomplish that vision. Life takes over. They have kids, work two jobs, encounter medical and family issues, and the list goes on. The … Continue reading →

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Four Tips on How to Become a Successful Author

Posted on May 27, 2014 by bob lucas

If your dream is to be a published author, there are certain things that you must do in order to succeed. Here are four tips for becoming a successful author: 1. Commit Time for Writing.  Many new and established authors … Continue reading →

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The Value of Guest Blogging to Authors

Posted on March 14, 2014 by bob lucas

Many writers and authors create blogs based on their content expertise in order to name and brand recognition and to increase opportunities to sell their products and services. This free marketing vehicle allows you to demonstrate what you do as an … Continue reading →

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Ideas for Creatively Marketing Your Books

Posted on March 10, 2014 by bob lucas

It is not enough to simply publish a book and expect it to sell. Part of your marketing strategy should contain ways to stay in front of your audience by writing articles that tie to the book theme or content. … Continue reading →

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Book Marketing Tip with Quote from P.T. Barnum

Posted on January 4, 2014 by bob lucas

You can be the best writer and author in the world, but if you do not tell the world about yourself and your works, nobody will ever know it. The reality is that all successful authors regularly promote and share … Continue reading →

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Robert (Bob) W. Lucas to Present at St. Augustine, Florida Ancient City Writers Group – January 18, 2014

Posted on January 1, 2014 by bob lucas

Internationally known author and training consultant, Bob Lucas, will be facilitating a session on personal branding at the Florida Writers Association Ancient City Writers group meeting on January 18, 2014. The meeting will be held from 10:15-12:00 at the St. Augustine … Continue reading →

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Sale on Kindle Version of Make Money Writing Books by Robert W. Lucas

Posted on December 28, 2013 by bob lucas

From December 28th, 2013 until January 5th, 2014 you can get a discounted electronic copy of Make Money Writing Books: Proven Profit Making Strategies for Authors by Robert W. Lucas at Amazon.com The key to successfully making money as an author and/or self … Continue reading →

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Using Social Media and the Internet to Market Your Books

Posted on August 13, 2013 by bob lucas

Social media and the Internet have become “the” place for authors to sell their nonfiction books and develop their personal brand. With a virtually free environment where you can connect with others to make them aware of your books, products … Continue reading →

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Two Ways to Sell More Books As An Author

Posted on August 6, 2013 by bob lucas

Selling nonfiction books is all about being a known entity or considered a subject matter expert. Getting more people to know or having heard of you increases your chances of selling books. This should be part of your marketing plan … Continue reading →

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Strategies for Writing and Marketing Your Book

Posted on July 11, 2013 by bob lucas

Imagine a sports team scheduled for a playoff game. The team does all the pre-work and the getting ready for the big event through conditioning and hard play. Then on the day of the event their star player decides not … Continue reading →

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