Heres our ultimate book signing checklist so you can be. With that in mind, heres what you need in your book signing event tool kit. Lets look at what goes into a media kit for indie authors and poets. For those who arent close to phoenix and wish to buy a signed copy of dream maker, hit the virtual signing up right here. Setting up a book signing might be intimidating at first since youll be marketing yourself to a bookstore manager, a complete stranger sometimes, but we know you can do it. Jul 25, 2018 with that in mind, heres what you need in your book signing event tool kit. Nick estes, assistant professor in the american studies department at the university of new mexico, will be at the unm bookstore on wednesday, april 17 at 2. Unhinged, detailing his court case against fellow former band members ray manzarek and. Here are suggestions for what you should include in yours. Nacogdoches, texas in honor of nacogdoches artist corinne jones and to celebrate the release of her newest publication, ways of looking at a blackbird, the stephen f. Book signing flyer book signing event flyer design book.
A surprising exploration into the wonder of consciousness, which was a finalist for the 2015 national book award for nonfiction and was a new york times bestseller. Seriously, my love for this family exponentially grew. Record store day was conceived in 2007 at a gathering of independent record store owners and employees as a way to celebrate and spread the word about the unique culture surrounding nearly 1400 independently owned record stores in the us and thousands of similar stores internationally. Give readers a bookmark, business card or postcard to remember you and your book. The balboa press promotional items make great giveaways. Xulon press offers a full menu of premier marketing services to help you get started marketing your book. Think of it as a supercharged business card that explains who you are, what your books do, and what separates you from others in your field. Nov 05, 2019 first impressions matter, both in person and for selling books. How to host a book signing event designing and implementing a marketing plan can be a selfpublished authors worst nightmare or dream come true. With the right mindset and an understanding of industry conventions, you can write a magnetic press release that is too good to pass up. Sep 28, 2018 just be aware that the press release is the only timesensitive thing in your author media kit so we suggest including one only when youre releasing a book. Book signing flyer book signing event flyer design. Plan ahead book signing event tool kit ideas there are a couple of things you should think about ahead of time so you make the most of this opportunity to connect with readers.
Click on any of the images below to see a closeup sample of the materials included in the book signing kit. Scarborough, maine john densmore, former drummer with the doors and author of the new york times bestseller riders on the storm, is embarking upon a book signing tour for his second book, the doors. In some ways, my writing about them was a way to work through that trauma, and come to a better understanding of the experiences that so affected me. Orton will sign copies of his new book, the upshaws of county line. Email greetings, questions and comments to maryatmaryburtondotcom.
They vary somewhat in context, complexity, and appearance, but most will include basic information about the writers services or recent projects, as well as contact information. Some exhibitors may be hosting signings that arent listed below, so be sure to check with your favorite press or magazine for details. Sy montgomery is a naturalist, author and scriptwriter who writes for children as well as adults. Gaines shared a video of her book signing event to facebook and its the most hilariously heartwarming thing ive watched all week. Feel free to download any of these photos, but please include photo credit and please do not crop out the animals. I hope i dont sell all my books before that even occurs. You should keep your author media kit uptodate at all times, in any case, but more on that in a bit. A press kit, also known as a media kit, is a page on your website that contains resources and information for reporters and publishers. A book press release is an important part of your book marketing effort, you know it, i know it, the guy next door knows it. These attention grabbing solutions will create awareness for your book and increase your book sales no matter where you host your event. Kings english book signing gary topping will sign copies of the story of the cathedral of the madeleine at the kings english bookshop on september 15, 2009. Joanna gaines book signing skit is the most hilariously. The ultimate book press release template free download.
Our professional author signing kits are perfect for a firstround of signings with your local group of friends and family. A digital press kit is the first step when it comes to pr basics for authors. The first record store day took place on april 19, 2008. Book signing to honor local artist corinne jones newest. Meet over 60 authors at our nola bookstars signing including new york times bestselling author victoria danan. Make enlargements of your book cover at a local copy shop. I have done the latter, using a type of laserprinted sticker that coordinates nicely with the book s cover text and doesnt hide any of the important elements. If youve never prepared a press kit before, check out our article on how to create a digital press kit. Apr 20, 2018 a press kit, also known as a media kit, is a page on your website that contains resources and information for reporters and publishers.
Decent book publicity often equals sales and one of the best first steps you can take to help yourself get the attention of the media is. Dont miss a single new article, event invitation, or book or music release when you subscribe to free emails from jenn. After the signing, dance your way over to the darkest hearts ball. Our services include but not limited to the following. The years that make up the bulk of my book were the most eventful and traumatic of my life. A media kit is an information packet that informs everyone not just members of the media about you and your author brand. I ordered this book and it was used it came very fast and was in amazing condition. Book signing part of 29th annual downtown nacogdoches. This event is cosponsored by boswells books and arms library. Include a mock flier advertising your book signing at their location, which if they decide to host your event, could then be placed in the bags of customers. This excellent bio landed caveman author an interview on the reedsy blog and a bestselling book deal.
Book signing part of 29th annual downtown nacogdoches artwalk. Our book signing kit gives you everything you need to prepare for an event. John densmore, the doors, announces book signing at scarborough bull moose on record store day. But when youve finished your 70,000word fiction masterpiece, the prospect of condensing it into a 150word book blurb is overwhelming enough without also needing a oneline tag to catch a readers eye. Want to make an author media kit and dont quite know where to start. Book marketing made easy how do i set up book signings. There you will enjoy music, dancing, drinks and can even find out your future from a tarot card reader. A selfpublishers companion media kit the book designer. Designing and implementing a marketing plan can be a selfpublished authors worst nightmare or dream come true. Remember, its about what you can do for them not what they can do for you. You can have the shop laminate the poster and put them on a poster board.
Authors often ask me for book signing event advice. May 08, 2018 order everything you need as soon as the book signing is confirmed to make sure you have the supplies required. The ultimate book signing checklist for authors bookbaby. The books may have to be shipped to you which has its own set of complications, so order a month or two ahead of time. Book signing kits are a great way to help promote author branding and book signing events. The bookstore may provide these, or you may purchase or design your own. Buyers edge presents blood herring author douglas c. Jones will sign copies of her book ways of looking at a blackbird published by sfa press. Initially, youll want to meet with the manager of the bookstore you want your signing at, and your goal here is to make that owner just as excited about your book as. Ten simple things you want for an outstanding booksigning kit.
It includes simple guides to create your author bios, book onesheet, book announcement, and more. Decent book publicity often equals sales and one of the best first steps you can take to help yourself get the attention of the media is to have a comprehensive and catchy digital press kit. How to create a stunning media kit for you and your book. She is author of more than 20 books, including the soul of an octopus. Sep 17, 2018 the unm bookstore hosts a booksigning for kari bovee to sign copies of her book, girl with a gun.
How to host a successful book signing westbow press. Alternatively, you can purchase sprayon adhesive, buy your own poster board, and attach the poster yourself. Press kit this page was created to help the good folks hosting sys talks to publicize her visits. I typically start the conversation by encouraging them to first think beyond bookstores so they plan events where their target audience is already gathered. How to really write a press release that actually sells. Each piece of promotional material will include a fullcolor image of your book cover, your book title, your name, information about your event and how to order your book. The dos and donts at a book signing konn lavery horror. If you need a little extra help preparing for your book signing event, consider purchasing the balboa press book signing kit to help.
An author press kit is a package of information about a particular writer. Currently, this event is still scheduled to happen. They vary somewhat in context, complexity, and appearance, but most will include basic information about the writers services or. If theres a book signing event in your future, too, you want to make the most of it, regardless of the venue. Get the most of out of every book signing event by bringing a tool kit with everything you need to succeed. As a special gift to you, chris if giving you a free set of author media kit templates. However, should i or the bookstore feel it isnt in the best interests for the health of readers and staff, we may need to cancel. The ultimate book signing checklist for authors bookbaby blog. Then, out of the blue, a journalist asks you for a headshot, bio, and sell sheet. This portfolio may include your author bio, photo, book summary, excerpt from your book, print out of your book cover, web site, and a press release. Check out these ecommerce press kit examples and learn how to create a press kit that will actually get publicity for your business, even in the ecommerce space. Austin state university press will host a reception and book signing at 6. Handley will sign copies of his new book, the religious art of pablo picasso, cowritten with jane dillenberger and published by the university of california press.
If youre going to prepare a physical press kit, it should contain the same basic information as listed in the link above. Your online press kit by joel friedlander on march 22, 2011 29 comments when youre launching and marketing your book it. Jan 22, 2020 near publication date, the book s publicist will email the electronic version of the press kits to a large number of applicable editors and producers to garner interest in the book. Return to book promotion tips printmobilefriendly version. The book will be available on christmas day 20 to the delight of children everywhere so make sure you get it under your tree in time. As an author there is nothing like meeting facetoface with new and current readers and hearing their excitement over your book. This is a great way to buy school books at a great savings. The authors photo may have to be replaced if it is no longer realistic.
Youve followed the details from the last post that dealt with approaching a store, professionalism and planning ahead. Jones, who is also a published authorartist and director and master printer for sfa s lanana creek press, is unable to attend, but jones will have available copies of the book my black angel, blues poems and portraits, with. Keep in mind that every piece of your marketing plan must be a strategic way to tell the public about you and your book. I purchased this book as a gift and they could not tell it was used. A selfpublishers companion media kit including author photos, press release, author bio, book cover photo, fact sheet with testimonials and more. I have done the latter, using a type of laserprinted sticker that coordinates nicely with the books cover text and doesnt hide any of the important elements. Author signing kits book marketing with xulon press. Jun 04, 2017 a media kit is an information packet that informs everyone not just members of the media about you and your author brand.
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