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Marketing Tip for Authors #17: Pre-Launch Runway for Romance Writers

It’s easy to get caught up in all the things you have to do to bring your romance book to market. Writing, editing, revisions, cover design, and the list goes on and on. The truth is, if you don’t make time for marketing, your beautiful book will fall on its face on release day.

TIP: You need to set up the pre-release runway for your book ahead of time.

When you take the time to do everything that you can possibly do ahead of time, your book has a higher likelihood of being seen, getting good visibility, and avoiding the book black hole that so many new titles get sucked into.

And it is a black hole. That algorithm that determines the fate of your book has some suction. There is only one way to avoid it–market your book well before release day. This will help you be able to give it the attention it needs to take off and have a good solid book launch.

The next question you’re going to ask me is, how do I do that? What should I do? Don’t worry. I made a cheatsheet for you. It has my 9 Book Pre-Launch Runway listed step by step, perfect for people who don’t have big bucks to spend.

CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR PRE-LAUNCH CHEAT SHEET NOW.

It downloads into a pretty pdf that you can print in color or B&W. 🙂

Until next time!

~HM

GIVEAWAY! Writer’s Retreat in South of France

WRITING RETREAT FOR 1 WRITER + 1 GUEST (non-writer)

Where: Southern France Wine Chateau
DATES: April 19-26, 2017

Details:

This workshop is by Cruising Writers in the south of France at an awesome French Chateau!

Built in 1886 on the foundations of a rest stop on the pilgrim Route de Saint-Jacques de Compostelle, Les Carrasses resonates with history. Around two main courtyards, linked by a central avenue are the buildings traditionally found on an important wine domain: the château, the winery and cellars, the blacksmith’s house, stables, forge and granary and the estate cottages, all of which have been transformed into a truly special holiday estate. Beyond these exceptional suites, apartments, houses and villas, you’ll find a great range of facilities.

What’s Included:

  • Private luxury villa for 2 for 7-nights at Château Les Carrasses
  • 1-writer package which includes all meals, excluding one on-your-own lunch
  • 1-guest package which includes breakfast only (this can be upgraded to include all meals)
  • 1-writer pass to all retreat events, including pitch sessions, one-on-one sessions, all workshops, and write ins
  • Transportation for 2 into the village as specified in the itinerary
    (See Cruising Writers website for more details)

YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION TO THE EVENT. Airfare is NOT included. Expect it to cost an additional $1K per person or more. Check airfare to make sure you can afford to get there before you enter to win. Passport is required.

WINNER WILL BE REQUIRED TO:
1. Show proof of AUTHORSHIP (show me you’ve written and published a book)

2. Provide airline ticket proof of purchase are required.

Total value: $3600 USD

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

Must be 18 years of age or older to win. No cash value. Void where prohibited. Open to international & US residents. *The winner will receive a non-refundable $3600USD pre-paid reservation at the Land Retreat – Southern France Wine Chateau – April 19-26, 2017 for this prize.* Winner must have: 1. an email account, 2. may be requested to fill out additional paperwork for tax purposes, and 3. must have published (1) or more books, 4. a valid passport through July 2017, and 5. must provide proof of purchase for airfare to France. Additional travel expenses are required. AIRFARE IS NOT INCLUDED. We are not responsible for fees taken by for this transaction, nor are we in any way responsible for VAT and/ or taxes. We are not responsible for items damaged or lost. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook. We hereby release Facebook of any liability.  Terms of this giveaway can change at anytime without notice. By entering you agree that we are in no way to be held liable for anything pertaining to this giveaway. Winner will be contacted by email 24 hours after the giveaway ends. You must claim your prize within 12 hours or it is forfeited and another winner will be selected. If you have any additional questions – feel free to send us an email!

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