Brian’s Comments (group member since Feb 04, 2008)

Brian’s comments from the Q&A with Brian Kennedy group.

Dear Michael:

Sounds like you write from a wealth of experience. I spent 3 years + in Prosecutor's office and maintained many police buddies even after I went over to the other side. Look forward to reading your book.

Since I am a complete newbie at getting a book noticed, I regret I am as lost as you for great ideas. It's a jungle out there.[particularly from here in Jamaica]

Best:

Brian

Dear Steve:

Thx for the ideas. What websites and reader's magazines do you recommend?


What suggestions on encouraging the publisher re distribution?

Best:

Brian

Dear R.J and Marty:


Great stuff. Sounds like R.J. has a better half to brag about. Me too.

Will try your ideas as they should prove valuable to all similarly situated authors[afloat in a sea of writers trying to get noticed amongst the flotsam and jetsam]

I had some luck by contacting newspapers in places where I lived,was born,or worked and tried to interest them in local boy makes good angle.

Will try golf angle as you did scuba diving. Jamaica boasts crystal clear waters, wrecks, reefs, and colorful fish. I swim in the sea almost daily and found that I was more productive post swim; positive ions, endorphin release, immersion in a different element, something.


I feel your suggestions make a valuable contribution and welcome more.

Best:

Brian

Dear Dorien:
Thx for your comments. Agree trying to promote is very distracting from getting on with writing. Have told myself that I write to bring others pleasure form the read. So, if it turns out that book doesn't bring sufficient satisfaction to a wide enough audience, is the writing of the next just a self indulgence?

Must concede that the writing brought me sufficient joy to be a worthwhile indulgence. Nevertheless, the party would be more fun if lots of people came and had a wonderful time. No?

Best:

Brian Kennedy

I confess that I am here trying to get my first novel, "Improved Lies" noticed. I have had some luck in getting the Cinci Enquirer, Jamaica Gleaner, and Renfrew Mercury to give the book nice reviews. The Bay City Times plans to serialize it over 16 weeks. But where to go from here?

It is possible that the book isn't as good as they say. I've never been too great at self criticism. So, my saying it's worth a read doesn't carry much weight. But I don't want to feel like a seventh grader giving his first boy-girl party to which nobody comes.

Would love input on how to make sure the doorbell rings. All thoughts greatly appreciated.

For more on whats behind the door please check my profile on GoodReads and my web site, brian-m-kennedy.com