Sometimes building platform involves more subtle activities than those normally discussed. Typically, I tell my clients to blog, speak, find…
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Promote Your Book with a Facebook Fan Page
I’ve been using Facebook for quite some time. However, I only have a Profile. I know I need a Fan…
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7 More Reasons Nonfiction Writers Need A Blog
When I consult with clients on nonfiction book proposals, more often than not I must advise them on how to…
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Deliver What Your Audience Expects
When you are asked to speak before an audience, to deliver an article, to produce a guest blog post, or…
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Using Online Press Kits to Increase Book Sales
I have mentioned the need for a media kit in passing during Write Nonfiction in November. In January 2009, I…
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How to Organize a Successful Virtual Author Book Tour
Over and over again I’ve heard industry experts use the term “virtual book tour.” I’ve even used it myself. It’s…
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To Write Your Book and Get it Published, Build Your Platform NOW!
I just returned from speaking and working as a “book doctor” at the San Francisco Writers Conference. I’ve attended or…
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JD Salinger's Death Reminds Us that Sometimes We Need Only Write a Good Book
The other day I wrote a post about author J.D. Salinger’s death for my Jewish Issues Examiner column, but I…
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So You Say You Want to Write About Dance…
No matter your interest, you can find a magazine for which to write. Recently I was asked to write a…
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