Book Marketing for Authors discussion

Go ahead, promote your book here. Then also join http://www.authormarketingclub.com which is a free book marketing resource for authors and post it there too!

Fort Myer (Images of America)

This is the FIRST BOOK about this unique US Army Post with origins during the US Civil War when it was known as Fort Whipple.

The book contains over 200 historical photographs and a first time, recently discovered note from Abraham Lincoln which connects Lincoln to Arlington House (the Custis-Lee Mansion) and has the US National Park Service excited.

Selected by the Assn of the US Army for a gift sent out by their president, the book has also been selected by Virginia Festival of the Book 2012

There is a website which complements the book Historic Fort Myer

Net idea for a book. I'm sure historians are all over this book.

Jim wrote: "Net idea for a book. I'm sure historians are all over this book."

Thanks... it was an honor to bring this book to reality... the Post has contributed much over the years and no one wrote about it... until now. And yes, historians love it. The book has opened up people's eyes and raised awareness.

Here's my kids short story collection (3 volumes in one) published under my pen name Angela Giroux:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007FT5086

Only have one review - need more (and Likes). Hard to even get family and friends to write reviews....jeez...

Here is a link to my new book, Betrayal, www.amazon.com/Betrayal-ebook/dp/BOO56

my website is www.michelekallio.com

You can also check out my reviews right here on Goodreads.
Thanks

Thanks Jim! I'm just discovering all the resources here on Goodreads and on Author Marketing Club.

Here's my book: Fright Flight

I've added it to the group's bookshelf, request reviews on my Goodreads blog and AMC website. Check out my website www.dreamseekeradventures.com for contests, activities, free school author visit information, etc.

Glad to read and review others' books in exchange for read and review of mine. Thanks!

Good to see everyone promoting! Keep it going!

Hi everyone, looking to learn from this group. I am a new author of a hilariously funny children's eBook on amazon kindle. Diary of Stink Dog who is half-poodle and half-pig. He is a mixed breed.With a squeeze of his tail, Stink could unleash, in warp speed, a rancid gastric vapour that created a bean-scented stink bomb shield. Stink discovered, by adding Soy beans to his horse fly soup, altered the hydrogen levels in his farts. Stink Dog must keep his fart shield top secret. No one should get a whiff of it!Stink Dog discovers that his stinky gas can potentially help solve some of our world’s energy problems! Guarantee to get every child interested in reading

Come on over the club and start promoting it!

Free for today only: http://www.amazon.com/Social-Marketin...

Hello, this is my blog about ebooks, "The Best Ebook." Please do comment and/or follow if you like: www.thebestebook.info

I have 8 of my ebooks on this blog, along with other authors. I just published two ebooks, one this week and the other last week. The ebooks I'm referring to are: How to beat any criminal and traffic case, and how to beat any prior criminal conviction.Thank you and please do enjoy. Peace and blessings to all!

Hello I write non-fiction/inspirational. My first book to be published is titled "54 Spiritual Blessings in Christ" as based on the book of Ephesians. It is available on Amazon
and through my website http://www.leonaatkinson.com

My new historical romance Shades of Gray is available at Amazon.com and Barnesandnoble.com.

Shades of Gray blurb:
Mail order bride, Kat Bailey has more to fear than malicious rumors about a crazed murderer. But a woman with no money or family has few options. She quickly learns that her intended groom is not as honorable as Hampton society believes him to be. Beaten by her betrothed, she seeks refuge in the home of the most feared man in town.

Accused murderer, Grayson Gregory is more interested in guarding a family secret than clearing his name. When a broken and battered woman collapses on his doorstep, he is reminded of a torturous past he can't escape. Kat may have opened old and festered wounds, but he can’t deny the fire she ignites in him.

Kat is determined to uncover the truth about Gray, regardless of what she finds. As their attraction to one another grows, Gray must confront his dark past in order to keep her safe. His secrets unfold, forcing him to choose between a new love, or to remain plagued by the demons of his past.


Shades of Gray excerpt:
Her eyes stared straight ahead, seeming to focus on nothing specific. Gray knelt in front of her, placing his materials next to his knee on the floor, keeping them within an easy reach. With careful attention on her face, he reached up and unfastened the buttons on her nightdress. She wobbled, but didn’t prevent the fabric from lowering down her arms. The bulk of the flannel lay on her lap.

Gray sat back on his haunches and studied the thin layer of cotton she still wore. It had been his experience that women wore nothing under their nightdress when sleeping. Not as bulky as a chemise, this light-weight material was only worn… he looked at her face. It seemed odd that she would have it on now. Daria’s bridal slip had not lasted for one minute after he came into their wedding chambers.

At least the blonde woman had stopped crying. He dipped a clean cloth in the water and wrung it out. Holding to her chin, he wiped her face, dabbing delicately around her hairline. Bad judgment shouldn’t be held against her.

He eased his way behind her. Red welts crisscrossed her back, but her left shoulder blade would need additional attention. A four inch wound lay open with dry and crusted blood banking the swollen rim. He eyed his salve, warming by the fire. There should be enough for tonight. He thought there was a larger container in the kitchen.

Wadding a cloth in one hand, he held the linen under the cut. With his other hand, he wiggled the stopper free from the whiskey bottle and breathed deep. It was impossible to prepare her for what was to come. He tipped the bottle, dousing her shoulder with the alcohol. She cried out, and he moved the dripping towel to her forehead. He might as well clean her brow while the burning sensation lingered.

“I know it stings,” he said. “Go ahead. Cry out if you must. It has to be done, but there’s no reason you must suffer in silence.”

The corner of his mouth twitched and he pressed his lips together. Her wounds would take weeks to heal, and scarring was a possibility. He closed his eyes and pushed from his mind images of Daria. She had not recovered in a few short weeks.

Carol
www.CarolASpradling.com

Looking for reviews on my new book and any advise for marketing as well!
Land, A Stranded Novel is available on Amazon as an ebook and paperback.
Five go by Land - Five go by Sea
A group of teens on a class trip to Disneyland are left stranded. An EMP over North America has destroyed everything electronic. No cars, no planes, no phones, no electricity. Refusing to wait for someone else to help them, ten courageous young people take charge of their future and choose to begin the long journey home. 1500 miles of adventure and lawless country await. Will their determination be enough?

http://www.amazon.com/Land-Stranded-e...

Theresa wrote: "Looking for reviews on my new book and any advise for marketing as well!
Land, A Stranded Novel is available on Amazon as an ebook and paperback.
Five go by Land - Five go by Sea
A group of teens ..."

well first of all, you need to know that it's "advice" (noun) and not advise (verb) ...

New book came out last Friday - Dark Crux: The First Tome. A collection of horror/paranormal short stories. First volume has ghosts, evil spirits, demons, and a little fantasy thrown in with a guest story (an assassin that meets a wraith in the dark forest). Good stuff! Already working on The Second Tome, to feature voodoo, monster hunters, psychic powers gone wild, and demons.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007VHSTB2

Rob wrote: "New book came out last Friday - Dark Crux: The First Tome. A collection of horror/paranormal short stories. First volume has ghosts, evil spirits, demons, and a little fantasy thrown in with a gu..."

Congratulations! I'll check it out :)

Hi,

My novel, Tell A Thousand Lies, was shortlisted for the 2012 TiborJones South Asia prize.

In the month it has been out, the book has garnered 11 5-star ratings and 4 4-star ratings on Amazon, as well as similar ratings on goodreads.

Best,
Rasana

Amazon US (http://ow.ly/9A83N)
Amazon UK (http://ow.ly/9AJit)
http://www.rasanaatreya.com

Hi Folks, Thanks for the opportunity to promote my new book. It is titled "Hearth: Exile" by M. R. Jenks and it is for sale on Amazon as a Kindle book:

http://www.amazon.com/Hearth-Exile-eb...

Here is the synopsis: "A man awakens to find himself half-in, half-out of a trashcan in a back alley behind the Boathouse Restaurant in Central Park, New York. He has no idea who he is, where he is, or how he got there. He doesn’t even know his own name, except that it begins with a ‘Br’ sound. In Book One of the Hearth trilogy, this man wanders the streets in search of his identity, his memories, and his name. He is joined along the way by two companions, an orphan girl named Page, and a similarly memory-challenged woman named Lauren. Together they embark on a journey across the Christmas landscape of New York City, seeking answers to an unfolding and ever-growing mystery, watched over by Sister Regina, the head of the Convent where they are staying . . . and as they begin to find answers, as they begin to discover more and more clues to Lauren and Brinn’s predicament, something stalks them – an ancient and deadly Evil from before the dawn of recorded history. A clock is ticking now, and they better solve the mystery of their origins and who they are soon. For it is not just they and everyone around them who are threatened; the entire fate of humanity and of two worlds is in peril."

Thanks!

http://pavb2.blogspot.com/

Hello all I'm following Jim's webinar advice and starting to build that platform, here's a link to my short stories blog.

Got a free promo this weekend 4 May so should be interesting.

Paul A.

Hi all details of my free promotion

Render Unto Caesar - A short story 1500 words,2nd Prize Winner in the Writers Village Award 2011.

A poignant observation of all those involved in carrying out the ultimate penalty.

Gerry a journalist sent on assignment to the deep south is world weary, he’s seen it all before but is forced to question his own beliefs and values.

Pastor Josef Hoff puts on his tie, the same tie he has worn on fifty six other occasions.

Twenty to thirty five seconds to strap a man down, they’d got it down to a fine art.

From the Author

Books and films about death row are usually centred around the character who faces execution. I wanted to look at the peripheral characters, the chaplain, the people who physically carry out the task and the people that report it.

On another level I wanted to reflect society’s polarised opinion, to illustrate the grotesque carnival atmosphere somewhat akin to the public executions of the middle ages and contrast this with the beliefs of those opposed to capital punishment.

And finally the character who faces the ultimate punishment, I wanted to juxtapose his mortality with the indifference and banality of society, the culture of bubblegum pop.

http://pavb2.blogspot.com/

http://www.amazon.com/Render-Unto-Cae...

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Render-Unto-C...

Have a good week end every one

Paul A.

Good morning and thanks for the chance to promote Ripple the Twine -- A Tomboy-meets-Townie love story and tale about how friendship can save your life.

Sara Quinn is a Sportswriter from Boston and over the past year she has started to earn major respect in the local market. In the process, however, she abandoned her personal relationships and put her emotions in the box. Regardless of her self-imposed timeout, a friend introduces her to Ben. With blue eyes, black hair and a brogue, he's her ultimate triple threat. But they connect just as Sara learns that her friends are facing heavy emotional crises. She starts offering advice, becoming a rock for everyone else, and in the process Sara unearths her own long dormant insecurities. But a bag of peanut butter cups and a hockey game won't fix her issues. She's got to move past her emotional past without hiding behind her career for once. She needs her friend's support as much as they need hers and the four will quickly discover that, when they stick together, their offense is virtually unstoppable.

To read more about the book or me, the Author, you can visit my blogs, Like my Facebook Author page or follow me on twitter:

Buy - http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback...
Follow - http://twitter.com/jennshon
Read - http://randomnessandlunacy.blogspot.com
Like - http://www.facebook.com/JennFlynnShon
Write - http://writesy.blogspot.com

Thanks, happy reading and have a fantastic weekend everyone :-)
- Jenn

Thirst, book one of The Terminus Series, is a dark, gritty, sci fi adventure that features a strong, if initially unsure, heroine.

While not for everyone, Thirst is a non-stop action ride that also tackles difficult questions, such as, 'what would happen to society if an alien ship descended from the skies and floated a few hundred feet off of the ground for months?'

Blurb:

Brilliant and withdrawn seventeen-year-old Melissa Harding suspects that the immense alien ship that has descended upon the San Fransisco bay holds grave implications for her in particular, though she cannot say why. As society teeters over the edge, Melissa must face the unknown threat alone. Plunged headlong into a covert race against time, she must adapt, or else face a fate worse than death: responsibility for humanity’s extinction event.

View the trailer here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duLlTk...





Thirst (The Terminus Series #1)

Hi Folks,

I appreciate this thread. My Kindle ebook "Hearth: Exile" is free as a promotion until midnight tonight (Fri. night). Since yesterday it has rocketed to #25 (as of this moment) on the Amazon Fantasy bestseller list, and it is #1005 overall on Amazon for books. Yes, it is a free promo, but hey, I figure people must be liking the synopsis and the preview, because people don't just download every free book out there regardless of anything else. Anyway, if you want to take a look, and would like a free book (and a pretty decent and VERY different fantasy), the link is below:

http://www.amazon.com/Hearth-Exile-eb...

"A man awakens to find himself half-in, half-out of a trashcan in a back alley behind the Boathouse Restaurant in Central Park, New York. He has no idea who he is, where he is, or how he got there. He doesn’t even know his own name, except that it begins with a ‘Br’ sound. In Book One of the Hearth trilogy, this man wanders the streets in search of his identity, his memories, and his name. He is joined along the way by two companions, an orphan girl named Page, and a similarly memory-challenged woman named Lauren. Together they embark on a journey across the Christmas landscape of New York City, seeking answers to an unfolding and ever-growing mystery, watched over by Sister Regina, the head of the Convent where they are staying . . . and as they begin to find answers, as they begin to discover more and more clues to Lauren and Brinn’s identities, something stalks them – an ancient and deadly Evil from before the dawn of recorded history. A clock is ticking now, and they better solve the mystery of their origins and who they are soon. For it is not just they and everyone around them who are threatened; the entire fate of humanity and of two worlds is in peril, unless they find answers, and find answers soon."

Hi all ... just wanted to share that one of my books is free this weekend (May 19-20) at Amazon:

Inspirational Words of Wisdom for Challenging Times
http://dld.bz/bzcE6

Enjoy!
Marty

There's a new title in the Backyard Farm Books collection from Frank Randall, the #1 best selling author of 'The Bee Book for Beginners'

The latest in the series is 'The Mushroom Book For Beginners: A Mycology Starter' and it's available for a limited period for just 99c.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0085P65RY

It would be great if you could check it out.

Thanks!

Dan

Hello, i am currently writing a massive sci-fi fantasy book series, you can read the first 2 chapters on my profile. the 1st book is currently being published. The series expands across alot of things and is involved with Vampires, werewovles, Chimeras, Robots, Fairies, Dragons and many other aliens. I will soon have a website up and ready as well, so follow me, ask questions and i promise you wont be dissapointed, below is a quick synopsis of the first book. In Memories, we live.

Sara Nova was the great city where Anya would get her answers; it was a few days drive and bandits ruled most of the settlements on the way and that’s where things got stranger, Panther could run faster than a normal human, Falcon could see further than any human and dark secrets hung around Tavaris.

Adrian known as “The Maker” of vampires is planning to exterminate the human race, slowly plotting and planning a war while his twin Alister is working for their older brother Albert trying to find a place called the temple where Adrian hides so they can kill him and the threat of vampires for good.

As an old enemy arises and agreements are made for war to begin and end in three days. Anya must decide which side to choose and the decision to trust her heart or her head could change everything and like a halo death hangs above her because of a curse that runs deep in her blood.

As enemies come together on the plains of fury, they fight for their race, for their freedom and for peace, but all changes when not only old enemies join but new threats arise and a man controlling millions of A.I Robots that outnumbers each race comes to destroy them all.

The Limited Signed Hardcover copies of *Soundtrack to the End of the World* are going quick! Make sure to snag your copy before it's too late.

For a limited time only, I'm giving away ***FREE*** copies of *Welcome to Moon Hill* with every purchase of the Hard Cover edition of Soundtrack!

Simply leave me a message, e-mail, DM, or tweet that you purchased a copy, and I'll email you the free ebook. (Of course, be sure to give me your email address and proof of purchase).

http://www.anthonyjrapino.com/fiction...

My new book is out on Kindle! Yea! It's called The Alchemical Detective and here's the link: http://amzn.to/KvAqft

Here's the blurb:

A psychic has been murdered in an occult ceremony and the police pay a visit to Riga Hayworth, metaphysical detective. But this time, she’s not a consultant on the case, she’s a suspect.
There’s a storm on the horizon. Riga’s lost her magic and has come to Lake Tahoe to recover and spend quality time with her new love. But life for Riga is never that simple. A psychic’s been murdered, and the police believe Riga has a connection to the crime. They’re right. And if that’s not enough, Riga is drafted as the host of a reality TV show about the local lake monster, and her niece is rejecting her metaphysical abilities.

Juggling demons, daimons, and angry tarot card readers, Riga must catch a killer before she becomes the next target.

The Alchemical Detective is a paranormal mystery that explores a world of alchemy and the imagination.

Hi Folks, If you want to read a different type of fantasy, as well as discover a very different type of blog, check out Hearth: Exile by M. R. Jenks (First Book in the Series) and the blog at mrjenks.wordpress.com. Let me know what you think.

Matt

The Bodhisattva of Carraigmore

Hi all free short story Thurs 7th june until Fri 8th

An enchanting short story of 5,400 words.

Three people are converging on the rural Irish village of Carraigmore, an ancient village steeped in the traditions of Celtic folklore and mysticism.

Eddie Doyle has reached that time of life, going nowhere in his job, mounting debts an indolent wife and for Eddie time is running out.

Henry J. O' Farrell a successful but ruthless American businessman is coming to Carraigmore to finally settle a long standing family injustice.

And then there is Tara.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007KB0CAA/re

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B007KB0CAA/

http://pavb2.blogspot.com/

An Agent of the King is published in all eBook formats. Set in the early days of the Napoleonic Wars is an espionage thriller moving quickly from Egypt to Spain and the streets of London. Would appeal equally to the readers of the Sharpe series and followers of Flashman.

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...

Hi!

I just published a YA paranormal book called, 'Beyond the Eyes.' It's the first book in a series. It's now available on Kindle & epub. Here's the Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/Beyond-the-Eyes...
My book is also at Barnes & Noble and Smashwords. It's on Goodreads as well. The paperback will be out sometime this month. I've already rec'd 5 star reviews, and I have a book trailer on Youtube and on my Author page on Amazon. :)Oh! Here's my blog address: http://themusingwriter.blogspot.com. You can also find me on Pinterest, Shelfari, & Twitter (RebekkahFord):)

Hi,

My book, Gemma at Rainbow Farm. The Beginning is a childrens short story.

It follows Gemma as she moves to a farm from the city, and realises that the farm she finds, is not really the farm that she expected.

She discovers that it is a magical place, and she finds that she can talk to the farm animals. That is the start of some amazing adventures for her.

This is the first in the series of Gemma books.

Here is the Amazon.com link: http://amzn.to/KulZpO
And the Amazon.co.uk link: http://amzn.to/KumO1G

You can also get it at my website: www.sallyjames.net

There is an excerpt and reviews from this book and a short extract from the new as yet unfinished Gemma book also on my site.

Thank you.

Eileen

My book's Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/54SpirituaBle...

Hi Folks, If you want to read a different type of fantasy, as well as discover a very different type of blog, check out Hearth: Exile by M. R. Jenks (First Book in the Series) and the blog at mrjenks.wordpress.com. Let me know what you think. Here is the Amazon link (Kindle book):

http://www.amazon.com/Hearth-Exile-eb...

Matt

Please feel free to visit my Amazon author page...

http://www.amazon.com/John-M.-McNamar...

I am a new author. I wrote a YA Paranormal Romance. It is the first in a series of three planned. I appreciate being able to promote here and look forward to discovering books for myself to read as well!

http://www.amazon.com/Cascades-Moonli...

The #1 bestseller from Colette Leigh, 'Get Organized! Your 12 Month Home Clutter Killer Guide' is available for free download on June 20th http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007A2V2J4

CHEAP LAUGHS FOR DADS!

Here's a cheap gift of laughter you can give your Dad for Father's Day.



Available at Amazon, iTunes, Barnes & Noble, Sony, Diesel, Smashwords.

I have three dark fantasy short stories here. If you are interested in reviewing one or more, just message me and I'll get you a FREE review copy or copies.

http://www.amazon.com/The-Blood-of-Co...

http://www.amazon.com/Ghost-Drums-ebo...

http://www.amazon.com/Abode-of-The-Da...

Cheers,

Matt

I was hoping to maybe get in touch with a few new authors or even loyal fans of authors who might pass on my link : ) I make quality Hip Cap Book swag as keychains, magnets and even necklaces to give out to your fans at giveaways, book signings, contests, conferences, etc.! Keychains and necklaces are $2.99 apiece and magnets are $1.99 apiece. I offer special discounts for larger orders plus you get FREE shipping on orders of $20.00 or more ; ) This is a link to my facebook store's book swag portfolio album for the last two jobs I did : ) Thank you! B.  https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?s...

My book Sons of Titan: Rise of the Bloodwraiths is now out on Kindle and free to borrow through the kindle Prime program.

It's a fast paced novel filled with (as you can imagine)swordplay, rampaging undead warriors feasting on flesh,and wizardry. Come check it out at http://www.amazon.com/Sons-Titan-Bloo... thanks and enjoy!

Hearth: Exile is Free right now (6/20) until Friday (6/22) at midnight. Well Reviewed book, first in the series, a bargain even at normal price. Now it's Free and that is the last time it will EVER be Free. Enjoy.

These best selling books of black humor in French are free on Kindle starting Friday June 22, 2012
Please spare a minute to take a look:
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Brittany wrote: "I was hoping to maybe get in touch with a few new authors or even loyal fans of authors who might pass on my link : ) I make quality Hip Cap Book swag as keychains, magnets and even necklaces to gi..."
I posted it on my Facebook page.

Thank you so much Khouloud! That is so nice of you! : )

Brittany wrote: "Thank you so much Khouloud! That is so nice of you! : )"

I shared on mine as well~ Good luck with your biz!

Thank You Joe! That is incredibly nice of you both : ) if I can share a book or business for anyone or anything...? Please let me know! B.