Author U Your Guide To Book Publishing

Out with the old ...in with the new. Today's show will focus on creating a Virtual Book Tour for the author and book. Judith's guest is D’vorah Lansky. She has been marketing online and mentoring authors since 2007 and the bestselling author of Book Marketing Made Easy and 21 Ways to Launch a Successful Virtual Book Tour. You will learn: -What is a Virtual Book Tour? -Learn the 3 most important things to prep for a Virtual Book Tour. -Why a blog is critical to your success. -Tips for getting blog ready for their Virtual Book Tour. -How to create awesome content to attract participants. -When and how to use multimedia in the Virtual Book Tour -How to locate and connect with blogs to tour. -What to look for in a blog they are considering touring to. Another terrific hour on Author U - Your Guide to Book Publishing with Dr. Judith Briles.

ISBNs are something every author needs. And there is plenty more that comes along with them and in addition to them. In a fast hour, Judith and her guest will explore what you need, when you need it PLUS new items that are being introduced for author/book findability. With Judith today is Laura Dawson, a project manager for MyIdentifiers.com at Bowker (the only authorized ISBN creator in North America), and who has in-depth experience in publishing--both traditional and non-traditional. Her clients have included Audible, Chuckwalla, the Book Industry Study Group and Bowker... the publishing companies she has worked with are in the top five as well as small press. ISBNs-when to use and get discovered ISNIs-what are they, how to use (perfect for illustrators and authors) What's a SAN, QR code and EAN barcode-when do you use and what you need. Meet MyIdentifiers.com and SelfPublishedAuthor.com And so much more. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creatin

eBooks are part of the author's world. You may not read them, but lots of your readers do. You want to create your books in print and "e" and audio. Today's show will focus on the latest and greatest in the "e" world and more specifically, what formatting is open ... what should you be doing ... and how to find the right converter for you. With Judith today is Nick Taylor, a best selling author in his own right, geek galor and designer of eBooks and Audio Books. Nick is the founder of Light and Sound Graphics in Colorado. His wesite is LightAndSoundGraphics.com -What is the latest on eBooks. -Why you need formatting. -What you can include in a book and what you can't. -What you should do to prep for eBook formatting. -How to handle books with forms. -How you can work with your formatter to save time and money. -How to select someone to design your book. -And so much more. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book

Branding is critical for the success of today's author. Branding with book, website, promotional material ... everything. Today's show is all about creating Rock the World branding. With Judith today is Lori Ruff, acknowledged by Forbes magazine is #7 globally in social media influence. Lori knows branding--how to create it, how to use it. -What is author branding -How to identify your brand -What is shared influence and why it's critical to your success -Steps for the "green" author in creating a brand -Steps for the "experience" author to morph a brand -And so much more. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms

Would you love to have someone on your shoulder, delivering all the "nuggets" to keep you out of publishing doo-doo? That's what this show is all about. Although you might think of them as Nuggets for Newbies and Oldies ... they are really there for you at every stage of publishing--for Newbies and Advanced authors. With Judith today is Nick Zelinger, graphics designer and multi-award winning interior and book cover designer. Nick is the founder of NZ Graphics, based in Colorado. Between the two of them, they have plenty of ahas and tips in the creation, production and marketing side for you and your book. They will cover: -ISBNs and LCCNs -Printing ahas and strategies -When, where and how to use graphics -Font disasters -Key author alerts to look for. -And so much more. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms

There are more "self-publishing" companies out there who claim to be experts in publishing books, yet are they? They answer is a resounding NO ... what they are are experts in separating your from your credit card money and delivering inferior/mediocre products. Today's author must be on alert. The emotional pull of the marketing from these companies is stellars, it's easy to get hooked. Does your book need to be rescued? Do you? With Judith today is Michele DePhilippo, founder of 1106 Design based in AZ. Between the two of them, they have worked with many authors in getting them out of contracts and rescuing their books. They will cover: -What is a publishing predator? -What to do if you have been hooked by a publishing predator. -Tips on key words, phrases that are used to lure in the author. -The #1 thing you should do before entering into any contract with anyone. -Key author alerts to look for. -And so much more. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author Y

All books create legal questions for authors. What are Yours? Is your book something that the needs permissions? Are you in a contract that is a mess and you want to get out of it? Are you thinking about doing a co-author agreement? With Judith today is Steve Replin, an intelluctual property and entertainment attorney and with the ReplinLawGroup.com in Denver CO. They will cover: -What do you need to do to terminate a contract? -Tips to create a collaborative agreement with co-author. -Tips on when to apply for copyright coverage. -What is a nastygram and when do you use it. -And so much more. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms

Is your book something that the TV fans will gobble up ... or even for the big screen? Today's show is all about conversion... how do you transition from author of a book to one that has a book make into a movie or land on the TV screen? with Judith today is Philippa Burgess, who is an expert in selling literary material to Hollywood and knowing what it takes to do so. She was with ICM for years and is current writing a book just for authors on how to create the bridge and leap into filmland! They will cover: -What agents are looking for. -Key questions to ask when negotiating a screen deal. -How to research who the main players are. -Tips and Tricks for Fiction and NonFiction authors. -How to become a screenwriter, if that's your dream. -And so much more. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms

Every author is on the lookout for how to get more publicity and how to publicize their book. Today's show is all bout that with the Founder of JKS Communications, Julie Schoerke with host Judith Briles, they will cover: -What is working in publicity today ... and what is not. -Key questions to ask a publicist before you hire one. -How to research and find someone who is the perfect fit for you and your book. -Tips and Tricks for Fiction and NonFiction authors. -How to create your own campaign. -What you need to do with social media now. -And so much more. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms

Every author is on the lookout for cool stuff for the website--all the gizmos and gadgets that will make the book and the author soar above the crowds! And it can bring money--lots of it. Today, Judith has Kelly Johnson with her--known as the Resident Geek Girl. Kelly is the owner of Cornerstone Virtual Assistance that offers clients a creative option to manage the technical and administrative projects for their book live. They will go over: -A dozen PLUS websites and apps that are so practical and easy to use and FREE. -Tell you how to use each one. -And so much more. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms

Speaking on your book is HOT! And it can bring money--lots of it. th Briles knows speaking, spending over 35 years of the international platform making a living with her mouth and her words. She goes solo today, show you how to structure your talk, bring in key stories to support points. She will go over: -Creating Signature Stories. -When and How to go from Free to Fee -Structuring an Introduction. -Finding Gigs. -And so much more. Judith Briles is the author of 31 books and has been speaking professionally since 1984. She knows the speaking platform and you will too. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms

Speaking on your book is HOT! And it can bring money--lots of it. th Briles knows speaking, spending over 35 years of the international platform making a living with her mouth and her words. She goes solo today, show you how to structure your talk, bring in key stories to support points. She will go over: -Why speak. -What speaking brings to the author. -The basic components of every speech. -How to deal with common pitfalls. -When to integrate stories within your talk. -And so much more. Judith Briles is the author of 31 books and has been speaking professionally since 1984. She knows the speaking platform and you will too. Don't miss this show ...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms

Judith Briles is The Book Shepherd. She knows CROWDFUNDING, assisting many of her clients in the process--ALL have been successful in reaching their goals. -The key steps you need to be successful in any crowdfunding book project. -How to identify and create rewards that attract your supporters. -How to strategize your Crowdfunding project from the beginning. -How to structure your video. -And lots more! Don't miss it...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms.

Tammy Bleck is the voice behind Witty Woman Writing, a blog with a huge and dedicated following that has led to speaking gigs, book ghosting and Ka-ching in the bank! She's got lots to share in this hour of Author U - Your Guide to Book Publishing. -Quick and fast tricks to gather the attention of major players, life the Huffington Post. -The key points in get you and your blog out there and noticed. -the critical components that every blog needs. Don't miss it...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms. Tammy Bleck's site is www.TammyBleck.com

Audio books are HOT! With Judith Briles today is Daniel Hall, who will reveal the What, Why, How and Costs to create yours ... and how to get help when you need it. We will go over: -Why are audiobooks so hot? -Why every author should have their books in audiobook format as well? -What has changed in the marketplace for audiobooks that effects independent authors and publishers? Daniel Hall is a bestselling author, speaker, publisher, nurse, attorney and sometimes blogger. He is also the creator of the highly popular “Real Fast” brand of training products. He left law practice 8 years ago to build his publishing business and has never looked back. Daniel is a true serial entrepreneur and his list of URLs is longer than a piece of paper, so you can check out Daniel’s hub at www.DanielHallPresents.com. Daniel’s first product was the super-successful and very popular Speak on Cruise Ships program which is designed to help speakers trade their public speaking talents on luxury cruise ships worldwide. Now Danie

Joan Stewart is the Publicity Hound, a mistress of blogging and bottomless source of tidbits and how-tos for authors. -Quick and dirty tricks to write fast blogs. -The key points in get you and your book out there. -What's new to get the attention of journalists for your book. Don't miss it...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms.

Contrary to what many still believe, printed books aren't disappearing. Knowing the ins and outs and what type of printing is appropriate for your book is critical. You must have questions. Author U - Your Guide to Book Publishing has the answers. Tom Campbell is the VP of Sales at King Printing, one of the premier printers for self and indie publishers. Plenty is going to be covered this hour:, including: -How to bid your book for printing. -What's new in digital printing. -The key points in Book printing today. -What's new in book printing and how to save on printing costs. Don't miss it...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms.

Dan Poynter is the author of the pioneering The Self-Publishing Manual. Plenty is going to be covered this hour:, including: -Today's sweet spot for book marketing. -The key points in marketing to right audience. -How to deep dive your research. -What's new, what needs to be changed, what needs to be dumped in positioning your book. Don't miss it...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms.

What's new, what's old, what needs to be dumped ... in the eBook world. This week will be Mark Coker, the CEO of Smashwords, one of the top eBook platforms to position eBooks on. Plenty is going to be covered this hour: -Today's sweet spot for your eBook pricing. -The key 5 key eBook platforms that you should be using. -Why it is a mistake to go solo on Amazon's eBook platform. -problems with Amazon's KDP platform. -Why eBook authors need to raise their game. Don't miss it...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms.

Famous last words: My book is done ... I'm done! No you are not ... you are just starting. That is, if you want to sell your book. Master Book Marketer John Kremer joins Judith Briles in this session of Author U-Your Guide to Book Publishing. It's Internet marketing, Internet Marketing, Internet marketing. Listen in. Don't miss it...another high-content hour with Judith Briles, author of Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms.