

LETTERS TO OUT-OF-TOWN RELATIVES AND FRIENDS
I sat at the computer composing a letter to send to my out-of-town relatives and friends. I kept the letter to one page, wanting to keep...


MY FIRST BOOK SIGNING
On the day of the book signing, I was a nervous wreck. Thank God for Lamont and Marlene. They were my rock and anchor. At the location,...


PLANNING MY FIRST BOOK SIGNING
Marlene and I talked for many hours as to how I could sponsor my own book signing. When the meeting ended, I left Marlene, overwhelmed...


BRAINSTORMING MARKETING IDEAS
Okay, I was ready to develop my marketing plan even though I only had one idea--have a book signing. At least I could brainstorm my ideas...


A FIRST-TIME AUTHOR EXPERIENCE
When I finished my first book, Sunday Golf, and submitted it to a publisher recommended to me, I had no idea what to expect. After years...


FIRST TIME AUTHOR'S MARKETING PLAN
Okay, I was ready to be published but i had no idea what that meant. After having my pity party, getting over being angry, and...