by S.L. | Oct 3, 2019 | Journey
“Are you in this for the Long Haul?” – Rachelle Gardner This is not a book, but a blog post by Rachelle Gardner, a literary agent. According to the post, the following are the few pointers and I quote: “- Pay attention to where their passion...
by S.L. | Sep 12, 2019 | Journey, Self Publishing
Amazon Preorder – Changes Whether you’re a reader or an author, you may have heard of this change. Authors may now put their book(s) up for preorder up to a year. Previously, it was 90 days. I’ve been reading from the gurus about how to take...
by S.L. | Aug 23, 2019 | Journey
Part of Life – Journey/Reflections Hello, it’s been a few days. While I don’t have one going to college for the first time this year, I have a high school senior. I’ve also gone through this three times already. Two older children...
by S.L. | Aug 19, 2019 | Journey
Introverts as Writers/Authors A very interesting podcast episode by Joanna Penn. One question I found interesting and relevant: “What have you found successful in marketing your book as an introvert?” So, the guest, Cat Rose, admitted she struggled with...
by S.L. | Aug 14, 2019 | Journey
Snap out of it – Journey So, have you been so consumed with news about something that you have to stay on top of that, whatever that is? Maybe the OJ trial/car chase years ago? Maybe 9/11? Maybe the recent mass shootings? Well, I’ve been following the news...
by S.L. | Aug 9, 2019 | Self Publishing
Social Media Marketing If you read my previous posts about newsletters & email marketing, you know I have this love/hate relationship with any marketing. Social media is no exception. A cousin introduced me to Facebook many years ago. I opened an account and...