Author U Your Guide To Book Publishing

How would like to be able to work with a high end book printer that also can deliver full distribution (think Baker & Taylor and libraries) and warehousing for your books for peanuts in warehousing and fulfillment costs? That’s what Thomson Shore has put together in its special packaging for small presses and self-published authors. With Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd® is Jerry Friends, Director of Publishing at Thomson Shore. -how to save money on book distribution -how to get warehousing for your book -how to reduce shipping costs to Amazon Lots of information of this edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

Does Facebook make you nutsy with all its changes? Can authors really sell books using it? Would you like some insider tips on what to do and what not to do in marketing books and using Facebook? That's what you will get in this edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, host and The Book Shepherd Judith Briles has Andrea Vahl, social media consultant and expert in all things Facebook deliver a boatload of how-to ideas including: -How to use Facebook Live -How to use ads and when to boost them -Why so many authors fail with Facebook ads and how to fix it -How to target boosts with Facebook ads -When to start posting out events the 3 things all authors should be doing on Facebook now -Why authors must start mixing up personal and business page postings ... and of course, so much more. Judith Briles The Book Shepherd delivers another excellent podcast on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

Got book? If you do, are you talking about it? Have you thought about creating a "live" event around its theme or your expertise? Did you know it could be a cash cow for you? In this edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing with Dr. Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd your will learn why, what and how to create a variety of "live" events that will promote you and increase book sales. -knowing where to start and what formats to use -using teleseminars, webinars, workshops, multi-day events -engaging attendees -creating moneys in ticket sales and book sales and of course, much more. It's another great podcast on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing with Dr. Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd.

Hey Fiction authors--YES, it's harder to sell books to NY per Donald Maass, legendary book agent. But it doesn't mean you can't. And for all writers, no matter if your goal is be picked up by a publisher or if you are publishing yourself, you need your book--your writing--to be the best it can be. This edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing is all about being a rock star writer and selling books. You will take away: -which format to publish within; -creating speedy reads vs. beachy reads; -tips on how to engage the reader from page one; -how to avoid a shallow reader experience; -what agents want from their authors; -what makes a breakout novel; -critical elements of character development ... and so much more. Another great podcast with Judith Briles The Book Shepherd and AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

Get ready for a WOWSA podcast--it is a “two-fer” … Lots of goodies about using the public domain to expand an author’s book line or to incorporate material that you don’t have to worry about the dreaded plagiarism word … plus great tips to write really, really, really fast. Daniel Hall is be guest. Your take-aways include: -sizzling tips for #authors and #writers to write a #book really fast; -99.9% of all written things US Gov produces is game to use in your # book / writing; -2 awesome Resources for #authors that are free in tracking availability on public domain; -know the trapdoors in using public domain material; and of course, so much more. Another terrific podcast with AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing with Dr. Judith Briles.

Readers often think a book should be a movie. Authors often think that their book should be a movie. If you are one ... then this show is for you. It's all about screenwriting, script consultants and adapting a book. With host Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd, is Danny Manus, the author of NO BS for Screenwriters: advice from the Executive Perspective. Known for his "no bullscript" consulting, you will learn: -how to pitch your story; -whether your book is adaptable; -how to break into Hollywood; -why writers should use consultants; -how to find a consultant -what the pet peeves of execs are -what mistakes to avoid. It's a packed hour for busy authors on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

All printers are not equal. Printing equipment varies and authors need to understand what they want and then ask the right questions as they reach out to printers for bids on their books. In today’s podcast, authors got the “inside scoop” from Tom Campbell, VP of Sales at King Printing. —what’s the latest in color; -what info you need to have in hand BEFORE you contact any printer about your book; -why it’s important to work with printers who don’t have to outsource part of your job; -so much more. Another informative podcast for busy authors on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

IngramSpark has created a “backoffice” of power tools to support author, books and ebooks. Think book distribution (North American; Mexico, Australia, Europe, even China). Its metadata base exceeds any other for spreading SEO power. Authors get dinged right and left when it comes to distribution to book stores--not to mention Amazon's latest in how books are being sold via its platform. The Book Shepherd Judith Briles and IngramSpark DirectorRobin Cutler plus the Manager of IngramSpark and Aerio Kristin Eastman reveal to authors how to Skip the pain. Learn how to outfox Amazon with its push of third party sellers of books and learn what Aer.io is and how to create your own bookstore using its platform on author website PLUS offer any other book within the Ingram catalog and earn moneys as well. Plus: -get global book distribution including Europe, Australia, China -capture emails of online book buyers -create your own book store easy peasy -use metadata to soar your book sales -get your book and eBook up

It's a WOWSA podcast with attorney Helen Sedwick, author of the revised Self-Publishers Legal Handbook.Lots of info on: - using PEN names - avoiding defamation, piracy and avoiding the whack-a-mole factor - the ins and outs of dealing with bad publishing contracts - keeping control of author's work and words - how to keep out of the teeth of the legal pit bulls, and - avoiding the common lures of publishing predators And of course, so much more that self-publishing authors need to know from the get-go. Judith Briles and Helen Sedwick deliver a very fast hour. Listen in to another great show with Dr. Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd and AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

This week’s podcast is all about getting Amazon book reviews and how to find the ideal “targeted” stranger to generate the book reviews desired. Your host, Dr. Judith Briles The Book Shepherd and her guest Debbie Drum show you how to: -Learn about the Cycle of Book Sales --Come away with the fact that whether your book of hot off the printing press or an oldie but a goodie, you can still get book reviews. -Tips on how to use reviews to build momentum and increase your book sales. All this plus more on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing via @MyBookShepherd and @AuthorU.

One of the successful strategies for an author to be is become a guest blogger. The question is: how do you do it? It’s a good one and with Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd for this edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing is the step-by-step approach to the whys and how-tos. Listeners will get: • what guest blogging is • why authors should consider it • how to connect with blogs that welcome guest blogs • essential tips to ensure an author’s success • mistakes to avoid It’s a thought provoking and action hour. Don’t miss this edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

One of the missing links in author and book promotion is a snappy Author or Book One-Sheet. Authors need them. In this edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, listeners will get: -the step-by-step how-tos of what EVERY One-Sheet needs; -the how-tos of putting one together that will snap, crackle and pop; -how to create the right brag; -why authors need a One-Sheet now; -and of course, much more. Dr. Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd, is your guide on this edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

What author wouldn't want to have a platform for expertise? Today's edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing is all about using LinkedIn. An ideal launch for huge growth for the nonfiction author. The Book Shepherd and host Judith Briles will get a variety of tips, including: -How to create a stellar profile that hooks visitors. -How to add a variety of items to soar your expertise presence. -What tools you need to have. -How to set up a Group and expand your base. -And, of course, so much more. Join book publishing expert and The Book Shepherd Judith Briles for another excellent edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

What author wouldn't want to have a sponsor for their book? How about an author has a book, how about getting a sponsor to buy lots of them; to underwrite speaking fees; to underwrite promoting you; how about making money--lots of it? That's what this edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing is all about. Joining host Judith Briles is Linda Hollander of SponsorConsierge.com. You will get a variety of tips, including: -How to find sponsors. -How to know what you set your fee at. -How to pitch to them. -What tools you need to know before you pitch. -What you could use sponsor moneys for. -And, of course, so much more. Join book publishing expert and The Book Shepherd Judith Briles for another excellent edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

Million book seller Susan RoAne shares a variety of tips for authors to create awesome book events in a variety of sites—your take-aways include a variety of strategies for Working Every Book event, Signing, Conference or Party! What’s not to like? Listen to the podcast on AuthoruU-Your Guide to Book Publishing with The Book Shepherd, Judith Briles. #book #author #bookmarketing #pubtip #publishing

All authors need social media strategies to position, market and sell books. On AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, The Book Shepherd Judith Briles features social media expert Jules Maries. Authors will learn when to start using social media in the writing process and the must haves for essential book marketing. Take-aways include: -how to do book marketing using social media -which social media to use for target audience and books; -when and how to use Twitter to sell books; -when and how to use Pinterest to sell books; -when and how to use Google+; -when and how to use LinkedIn to sell books; -when and how to use Instagram to sell books; and -when and how to use Facebook to sell books. And, of course, much more ... Join book publishing expert and The Book Shepherd Judith Briles for another excellent edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

Savvy authors pay Pay attention to trends; if you write paranormal and that genre is hot, have manuscripts ready to go (to self-pub or submit to publisher/agent) AND … If you write a genre that isn’t trending right now, keep writing anyway. The show covers POV, Info Dumps and how to avoid, and why you write for what you want vs for the money, and of course, much more. Get savvy tips from EditPartner.com Barb Wilson on this podcast with The Book Shepherd, Judith Briles on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing.

Today, on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, it's all about creating a book that exceeds your expectations. Nick Zelinger joins Judith Briles for a fun session on book design: -get the 3 essential tips for vetting your covers; -how to craft a back cover; -selecting fonts and trim sizes; -PLUS why it’s okay to have the book designer “defend” the cover design! -and much more on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing. You want to listen in to this podcast with Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd and award winning book designer Nick Zelinger of NZ Graphics on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast.

Master of the Hollywood, Oscar, and Tony award show set designer Steve Bass joins Judith Briles for an essential “how to” in creativity in the “weave” of your story telling in words that snags the emotions of the reader and creates a fan for life. -Your characters will come alive; -Your descriptions in setting up a problem and offering a solution will sparkle. -Why deadlines can lead to writing success. -Why combos of subtle and outrageous emotions snag your readers. -and of course, so much more. You want to listen in to this podcast with Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd and Steve Bass, Hollywood and Award Show set designer on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast.

Intellectual Property Attorney Julie Bernard joins Judith Briles for an essential “how to” show: -protect yourself if your characters are based on real people; -what to look for in contracts; -what copyrights and filings are about and when you should do them; -tips for hiring an attorney and when you should; -essential – critical—clauses every publishing contract should have but few do and so much more. Another excellent show dedicated to authors who want to be seriously successful on AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing