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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 | Promotion

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

Announcing the 2024 Novel Marketing Conference 

Announcing the 2024 Novel Marketing Conference 

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Sep 13, 2023 | Promotion

Find out how the 2024 Novel Marketing Conference will help you apply your book-marketing knowledge and facilitate in-person connections.

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, Publishing

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 Convince Readers to Read *Your* Book Next

How to Convince Readers to Read *Your* Book Next

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 12, 2023 | Copywriting, Promotion

Learn five steps to creating a compelling pitch that will pique the interest of publishers, agents, editors and readers.

How to Hire a Good Editor

How to Hire a Good Editor

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 16, 2022 | Publishing

Every successful author needs a professional editor. Learn three simple steps for finding a good editor who will improve your book.

How to Get a Professional Email Address

How to Get a Professional Email Address

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 16, 2022 | Branding, Platform

Your email address might be the first thing an agent or editor sees. Learn how to make a good first impression with your email address.

How to Get Endorsements for Your Book

How to Get Endorsements for Your Book

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Sep 15, 2021 | PR, Promotion, Strategy

The right endorsement for your book can make a huge impact on sales. Follow these five steps to get effective endorsements.

135 – How to Start a Local Writers Group

135 – How to Start a Local Writers Group

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 30, 2018 | Publishing, Writing Craft

Joining a writers group will take your writing to a new level faster. Learn how to start one in your area.

063 – Six Proven Methods for Creating Maximum Impact at Writing Conferences

063 – Six Proven Methods for Creating Maximum Impact at Writing Conferences

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

Intro Paragraph: Unless you have a multi-book contract (and we’re talking 4+ books) you need to be constantly marketing yourself to publishers. Even if you do have a long term contract you need to be marketing yourself because someday that contract will end and (let’s...
063 – Six Proven Methods for Creating Maximum Impact at Writing Conferences

038 – How to Find an Inspiration Oasis in a Creativity Desert With Allen Arnold

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 22, 2014 | Publishing, Writing Craft

In this episode, we talk with Allen Arnold  about the deserts a writer can get stuck in, and how to get out.
063 – Six Proven Methods for Creating Maximum Impact at Writing Conferences

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 talk about the legendary elevator pitch … and how to create one that does exactly what an elevator pitch should do. Talking Points: What is an elevator pitch? Sentence – High concept, the hook Paragraph – Radio Pitch / Back...
063 – Six Proven Methods for Creating Maximum Impact at Writing Conferences

007 – The Secret to Getting People to Love You

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

You think if everyone loves you, it will give your career a massive boost in the right direction? Of course it will. We tell you how to make it happen. And we’ll explain why it’s the easiest thing in the world to describe, but almost impossible to...
063 – Six Proven Methods for Creating Maximum Impact at Writing Conferences

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:...
063 – Six Proven Methods for Creating Maximum Impact at Writing Conferences

005 – You Are Watched by Editors and Agents – How to Make Them Like What They See

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 4, 2013 | Conference Tips, Publishing

Yes, Big Brother exists in the publishing world. More than you know. Editors and agents have their eye on you. We explain where and how you’re being watched, and the specific ways you can look fantastic on “camera”. Links mentioned in this episode:...

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