Category Archives: promoting books

Use Neighborhood Author Book Signings to Promote Your Books

Posted on July 25, 2015 by bob lucas

If you are looking for an easy and inexpensive way to get the word out about your book(s), products and yourself as an author, consider letting your neighbors know what you do. If you are like most people, the only … 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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Proven Book Marketing Strategies for Authors

Posted on November 6, 2014 by bob lucas

The only way for authors to sell books effectively is to let people know that the product exists. You may have the greatest book ever written, but unless you promote it and continually get the word out about it through … Continue reading →

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Facebook Resources for Florida Writers, Authors, and Publishers

Posted on July 14, 2014 by bob lucas

If you are a Florida-based author, writer or publisher looking for conferences and networking opportunities, check out these resources on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Florida-Authors-Publishers-Association-Inc/241447232550123 https://www.facebook.com/FloridaChristianWritersConf https://www.facebook.com/pages/Florida-Outdoor-Writers-Association/71522101546 https://www.facebook.com/cfrwachapter https://www.facebook.com/writersnetworksouthflorida https://www.facebook.com/frwfanpage https://www.facebook.com/textandacademic https://www.facebook.com/AuthorsNPoets https://www.facebook.com/pages/Florida-Authors/87900336852  

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Florida Authors and Publishers Association Conference Early Registration Ends Soon

Posted on June 24, 2014 by bob lucas

  June 30, 2014 is the closing date for obtaining discounted registration pricing for members and non-member. Friday workshops are: Children’s Books: Show n’Tell Fiction Writing – Novel in a Day Marketing: Using Today’s Technologies Saturday sessions include: Electronic Editing … Continue reading →

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Florida Authors and Publishers Association (FAPA) 2014 Annual Conference

Posted on June 11, 2014 by bob lucas

If you have not already done so, there is still time to register for the August 8-9 annual Florida Authors and Publishers Association (FAPA) and still get the early bird discount. The conference is designed for authors, small, self and independent … Continue reading →

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Writing Articles To Build Your Credibility and Author Platform

Posted on May 13, 2014 by bob lucas

One effective way for you to gain visibility for your book(s) and product(s) and to gain name recognition and credibility is to regularly write articles and get them published on the Internet and in print. You can also make money writing articles. … Continue reading →

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Personal Branding Quick Response Introduction

Posted on May 2, 2014 by bob lucas

Part of building a personal brand and building an author platform as an author is to continually reach out to others via your website, telephone, social media and through face-to-face networking opportunities (e.g. professional, social and other group meetings). In such … 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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