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March 7, 2018
Sloane Savage Radish Coin Giveaway
The first 50 new users to join Radish and submit their username will get 18 coins (6 episodes) free.
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February 10, 2018
Giveaway for Lori Foster’s Reader Author Get Together 2018
I am excited to announce that I am going to be participating in an epic event! Lori Foster’s Reader and Author Get Together (#RAGT18)!
If you’re not familiar with RAGT, you can read more about it here. I’ll give you the basics now:
It’s June 7-9, 2018, at the Cincinnati Marriott North. It includes two days of signings, parties, a Friday morning breakfast sponsored by three authors pals and me, lunches and dinners . . . wow!!
Tickets go on sale in March, and they always sell out FAST. Think m...
October 3, 2017
How to Create an Awesome Wonderland Table
One of my favorite things about going to a conference is being able to sponsor part of the event. For the past two years I’ve worked with my BFF (aka partner in crime) Author Violet Howe to design the final party at Indie Bookfest in Orlando, FL.
On previous years we’ve done Fairytales (2015) and Zombies (2016), both lots of fun and super successful. This year we sponsored a table at IBF’s FAN Fare event.
Our theme: Alice in Wonderland … We’re All Mad Here!
October 2, 2017
Killer Swag: How to Buy Direct from China
Finding the right promotional item can be challenging for authors. Price point per item is a huge factor. Unfortunately, price per item is generally tied to the quantity ordered. The more you buy, the cheaper each individual item costs–but who needs 5000 identical fidget spinners, right?
Cost Factors Quantity Style ColorAny variation (style, color, design, etc.) will require a separate individual order, which will increase the cost.
Online Promo SitesThere are many g...
June 16, 2017
Exploring the Benefits for Women in Technology
As some of you know, I also write Software (AKA “The Day Job”). I recently had the opportunity to attend the Women in Technology Summit in San Jose, CA. Most of the conferences I attend these days are Reader/Writer events. The professional conference was similar in some ways and different in others. Overall I learned a lot and had a great time networking! Keep reading to discover the top five benefits of attending WITI Summit 2017.
Top 5 Benefits Networkin...June 3, 2017
How to Get the Best out of Author Networking & Conferences
I had no clue what I was doing when I published my first full length novel in March, 2014. I knew, however, that no one else was going to promote my book. So, I had to figure it out—and fast!
What I did then … 2014 Blog Tours Facebook Parties Facebook Page Takeovers Gifting Amazon eBooks What I do now … 2017 Facebook Ads (boosting posts) Amazon Ads Bookbub Ads Paid and Free Promotions Amazon Giveaways Facebook Lead Gen Ads (mailing list) Newsletter NetworkingJust from my short...
May 25, 2017
Top 10 Things Readers Should Know About the Devil
Want to learn more about The Devil’s Assistant book series by HD Smith, Author?
Let’s talk all things devil today!(*indicates small spoilers)
He has the most names of any character in the book: Conrad Bosh III (human name on Earth), Conrad Bosh IV (name he uses while pretending to be Conrad III’s son), the Devil (obviously), Demon King (royal title), Old Man (only used by Quaid), Summer King (seasonal title), and Ruler of Hell (his realm) *We learn in Book 1 that Melinda, Claire’s mother...May 20, 2017
Curious About the #RT17 Booklovers Convention? Find Out More Now!
What’s RT17?? (RT Booklovers Convention)
In a few short words … Road Trip to Atlanta, GA with Author Violet Howe – 2000+ Readers – 600+ Authors – Industry Professionals – Dan from Draft2Digital – Aunt Pitty Pat’s Porch – Jennifer Estep – Trope Bingo – Writer Workshops Galore – Steam vs. Scream Panel – E L James (who I only saw in pictures!?!—because that’s how big this thing was) – “My Box” in Promotion Alley – Giant Book Fair – Meeting fans who have actually read my books!! – FAN-tastic D...
April 22, 2017
How to Make Facebook Ads Work For You!
Facebook ads are a powerful marketing tool used by authors to sell books and build their readerships. Today we will provide a step-by-step guide to creating a Facebook ad, including:
how to select a budget and target an audience.*Disclaimer: Facebook constantly changes its Ads interface. These slides were produced using Power Editor in April 2017.
Facebook Ads Presentation
April 22nd 2017
Power Editor Link
Ads Manager Link
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