If you didn't get your copy, email me at savetales@aol.com and put EZINE in the subject line. We'll send you your very own FREE copy.What's in this issue?* What's Hot and What's Not--A brief look at scrapbook trends.* Green Scrapbooking--A continuation of our ideas for using recycled and found materials on your pages.* Contest Announcements* Freebies--Yes, you can get a free file full of fun (how's that for alliteration?) hand-drawn art to … [Read more...] about Winter 2008 Ezine Arrives!
A Writer's Journey: From Author to Book Promoter
Jumping Off the Facebook Cliff
Groan.I was nagged into it.When my husband started bragging about all his Facebook friends, and how he communicated with our son through Facebook, I caved.So I spent this morning trying to woo friends. Turns out, I have very little IDEA how to get more friends...especially on Facebook.I know social marketing is important. I keep buying books and reading articles, and you know what? It's all GREEK to me.But I'll keep trying.So if you aren't my … [Read more...] about Jumping Off the Facebook Cliff
Shhh! How I Handsell Books
Don't tell anyone, okay?I've found standing in front of the table is best. I think if you read about body language, behind a table or desk is always considered more intimidating. I hold my book up in front of me like the perfume salesladies do--that sort of warns folks that I'm hawking my book. So they know I'm not trying to get their cell phone biz. Then I say, "May I tell you about my book?" Or better yet, "I'm a local author signing here … [Read more...] about Shhh! How I Handsell Books
Winners
Here are the winners of the contest in the back of Paper, Scissors, Death:* Stacy C. of Minnesota won the Grand Prize of a Scrapper's Dream Vacation including dinner with me! (I promise to use my company manners, Stacey.)* Debbie F. of Tennessee won the Second Prize, the Snapfish Premium Photo Album.* Molly F. of Minnesota won the Third Prize, the Mrs. Grossman's Sticker Pack.And here are the winners of the Best of British Scrapbooking Contest … [Read more...] about Winners
When Do You Need an Agent? Part II
Last weekend, a book buyer surprised me with this question: "Did your agent come find you? Or did you find your agent?"I had this quickie mental image of my agent, Liz, going door-to-door in the neighborhood and asking, "Any writers in the house?"But I bit back a chuckle. I suppose someday an agent might "come find" me or one of my friends. But right now, most of the authors I know actively sought out an agent.When do you need an agent?Well, it's … [Read more...] about When Do You Need an Agent? Part II
