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Sep 06 2007

Are You a Selfish Speaker (or Writer)?

When was the last time you reviewed your bio, back book cover, or description of your keynote speeches? What did it say? If you’re like the average Christian speaker or writer, your marketing text may be working against you. After reviewing the websites for over 100 Christian communicators, I’ve noticed a strange pattern. Most marketing

Aug 19 2007

Cool Web Resources

Authors: Is your book in libraries?www.WorldCat.org offers a free search tool that lets you find all of the libraries where your book is available. This site won’t help you grow your personal sales. But, it’s a good way to see what kind of marketing exposure you’re getting through libraries.Speakers: Find cheap flights faster!www.SideStep.com searches all

Jul 19 2007

Easy E-Commerce and Fulfillment from Home

As a follow-up to my previous post, Don’t Bow Down to Amazon.com, maybe you’re wondering, “What’s the alternative? Isn’t Amazon the best way to sell my books from my website?” No way, and if you haven’t, first read my previous post for the 3 big reasons why. Instead, I encourage you to consider selling books

Jun 30 2007

Don’t Bow Down to Amazon.com

When readers visit your website to buy a book, do you send them to Amazon? If so, you could be making a huge mistake. Why? Sending customers to Amazon is the marketing equivalent of idolatry and ineffectiveness. Now, before you whine about convenience or the importance of a high sales ranking, let me give you

Jun 20 2007

Marketing Mistakes Authors and Speakers Make

What?! You haven’t been to my website yet http://www.startawildfire.com/ and read my free article, “Marketing Mistakes Authors and Speakers Make.” Click here to access this required reading. Are you avoiding these mistakes? What other mistakes have you experienced or seen authors and speakers make? Feel free to post your comments.