Here are the resources we talked about in the Writing for Children workshop:
How to Write an Author’s Bio at Hubspot , Annerallen and Bookbaby
- Max words 250
- Write in 3rd person
- Be brief on your history
- List SOME achievements – that are most relevant
- Write multiple versions
ELEVATOR SPEECH find articles at idealistcareers and The interview guys
- It should be 30 seconds or less.
- Your skill (or how you benefit a potential employer) should be clear.
- There should be a goal (or ask).
Business Cards – Be memorable
Tip Sheet for Buyers articles: kunzonpublishing
- Jacket cover,
- ISBN,
- pricing,
- summary of book,
- short author
- similar book. Testimonial, about the author, selling points
Flyer for Speaking/workshops
- have at least three topics
- brief description of each workshop
- length of workshop
- maximum participants
- set up needed, tables, A/V equipment
Press releases articles at the bookdesigner
- Headline
- Contact information
- Release information
- Length
- Summary
- Link to your website
Selling on Amazon
- Join KDP select
- Research Categories
- Get 5 people to write reviews
- Sign up for author central
- Decide on commissions 35% or 70%
- Add key search words
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