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How to Win Friends and Pitch Your Book

How to Win Friends and Pitch Your Book

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Oct 4, 2023 | Conference Tips, Platform, Public Speaking

Discover 6 steps to crafting a short pitch for your book and yourself before you attend your next conference or cocktail party.

Workshops, Retreats, and Pitches: How to pick the best writers conference for you

Workshops, Retreats, and Pitches: How to pick the best writers conference for you

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Sep 6, 2023 | Conference Tips

Learn what types of events are available and discover how to pick the best writers conference for your stage in the publishing journey.

How to Pitch Your Novel

How to Pitch Your Novel

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 2, 2021 | Conference Tips, Copywriting, Promotion

Learn how and when to craft a compelling pitch that make agents, readers, and publishers curious about your novel.

How to Work With Fellow Authors To Sell More Books

How to Work With Fellow Authors To Sell More Books

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Feb 10, 2020 | Conference Tips, Promotion, Publishing

You are not in this alone! Authors who work together sell more books than lone ranger writers.

Public Speaking for the Introverted Writer with Joanna Penn

Public Speaking for the Introverted Writer with Joanna Penn

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Oct 21, 2019 | Conference Tips, PR, Promotion, Public Speaking, Publishing

Joanna Penn gives introverted writers tips and courage for overcoming fear of public speaking.

How to Craft a Compelling Elevator Pitch for Your Book

How to Craft a Compelling Elevator Pitch for Your Book

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | May 13, 2019 | Conference Tips, Copywriting, Promotion, Writing Craft

Learn how to talk about your book in a concise, compelling way that will interest publishing professionals and make readers want to buy.

How to Sell More Books Using Bookmarks and Business Cards

How to Sell More Books Using Bookmarks and Business Cards

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 18, 2019 | Conference Tips, Promotion, Strategy

Learn how to make the best use of two important printed marketing tools.

How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Aug 1, 2016 | Conference Tips, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

Find out what literary agents are looking for in new authors and how you can increase your chances of signing with an agent.

How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

082 – How to Get an Agent

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 16, 2016 | Business Advice, Conference Tips, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

Find out how to get an agent and leverage their expertise in the publishing industry. Learn how a great agent can boost your career.

How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

Six Proven Methods for Creating Maximum Impact at Writing Conferences

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 6, 2015 | Conference Tips, Publishing

Many independent authors might think they don’t need to attend a conference, but if you’re looking to secure a traditional publishing deal, access bookstores, or make industry connections, conferences are one of the best places to meet editors, agents, and other...
How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

What is a Literary Agent and Do You Still Need One?

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 9, 2014 | Business Advice, Conference Tips, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

Learn why you might need a literary agent and what they can offer to authors navigating the publishing industry.

How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

030 – Selling An Editor So She Can Sell to Pub Board With Allen Arnold

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | May 26, 2014 | Conference Tips, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

This week we are talking with Allen Arnold about how to overcome that mysterious barrier to publication called “pub board.”
How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

How to Create an Elevator Pitch So Good That People will Stop the Elevator to Hear More

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | May 5, 2014 | Conference Tips, Copywriting, Publishing

In this episode, we’re going to be talking about the legendary elevator pitch and how to create the kind of elevator pitch that gets people to want to listen and hear more about your book. Jim: I see an elevator pitch as a simple one-sentence description of what...
How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

The Secret to Getting People to Love You

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 18, 2013 | Conference Tips, Publishing

Thomas: Today, we’re talking about the powerful secret to getting people to love you. Being liked and loved can open all kinds of doors. What’s the secret to making more friends and influence more people? Jim: That’s the million-dollar question. Dale...
How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

006 – Author Business Cards

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 11, 2013 | Conference Tips, Publishing

Are business cards still around? Yes, and you need one. We explain why it’s critical you have one, what should go on it (and what most assuredly shouldn’t) and where you can get them done inexpensively but still look like a pro. Links Mentioned in this Episode:...
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