In the age of epublishing and vanity presses, the markets are saturated with manuscripts. What does this mean for the aspiring author? It means, ultimately, authors don't simply write. The act of preparing a piece of work isn't enough. Even if you make it through agents, editors, and publishers, getting a book sold often takes... Continue Reading →
Marketing: Blog Spots
Cover art is still in the works. The second I have it to share, it'll be up. Believe me, I'm ready for it to be here. There are certain phases in publishing where I swing between real and not real. Having the cover art in my hand will definitely help. Back onto marketing! Like I've... Continue Reading →
Galleys
I've been speaking with small book stores this week, and it seems to be tipping into next, so until I have something tangible to present, I thought you all might enjoy a bit of a peak into the galley. After all the edits are said and done, that's when the galleys come. Beautiful and neatly... Continue Reading →
Chain Stores – B&N
On my summer To Do list of marketing madness, I've spent the last week or so reaching out to my local chain stores / book giants. Since Borders closed, the main book giant in my region is Barnes and Noble. Nice, big (in a Fox Books sort of way) with chocolate, toys, and coffee to... Continue Reading →
And now…?
It took me a bit to name this post because it veers away from my normal topic area just a tad. I'm at the point where the edits are complete, and my thumbs are left twiddling. The graphic designers, marketers, and publishers are taking over. My manuscript has passed the mark, and I'm just waiting... Continue Reading →
Eli Celata 