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Comment from judiverse
I hope the plan works out for you. You know how it goes with the book sales. I've been to some at our local library, and they never attract a lot of people. The politicians are discovering that the way to reach the young people is through things like blogs and social media. I'm not sure how that works, but there are a lot of influential bloggers out there. You can see how the videos go, but I think you'd be missing an opportunity if you turn down the morning talk shows. They will be aimed at local audiences and the probably won't last too long. But see how the videos go. You'd think the established authors didn't need that kind of publicity, but even James Patterson promotes his books on TV. Think about trying it. You'd think just writing the books would be enough, but there seems to be a lot more to it if you want them to sell.
judi
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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I hope the plan works out for you. You know how it goes with the book sales. I've been to some at our local library, and they never attract a lot of people. The politicians are discovering that the way to reach the young people is through things like blogs and social media. I'm not sure how that works, but there are a lot of influential bloggers out there. You can see how the videos go, but I think you'd be missing an opportunity if you turn down the morning talk shows. They will be aimed at local audiences and the probably won't last too long. But see how the videos go. You'd think the established authors didn't need that kind of publicity, but even James Patterson promotes his books on TV. Think about trying it. You'd think just writing the books would be enough, but there seems to be a lot more to it if you want them to sell.
judi
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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I haven't ruled it out. I'm just not ready to do it. If the video's get enough views, I'll get paid for doing them. Thank you for the wonderful support.
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Getting paid for the videos would be an incentive. Maybe it will encourage you to try the talk shows. You can handle them. judi
Comment from jim vecchio
Hope you have the greatest success! You can store your books in the Jim Vecchio section of the library that will never happen. When Hollywood comes looking after you, can I be your agent?
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Hope you have the greatest success! You can store your books in the Jim Vecchio section of the library that will never happen. When Hollywood comes looking after you, can I be your agent?
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Of course, you can be my agent. I couldn't do any better. Your support means a lot to me.
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I just want to say I knew and read a great American author.
Comment from jmdg1954
It seems to me you are very meticulous is your decision making and that has been one of your strengths. So why change now?
One step at a time and you'll conquer and fear!
I look forward to hearing/reading more of your success!
Cheers,
John
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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It seems to me you are very meticulous is your decision making and that has been one of your strengths. So why change now?
One step at a time and you'll conquer and fear!
I look forward to hearing/reading more of your success!
Cheers,
John
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Thank your for the support. I do a lot of thinking about things.
Comment from Janet Foor
Happy to hear you are "putting yourself out there". I think you will find it rewarding and maybe even inspirational. I know feedback from my writing often inspires something new.
Best of luck Barbara.
"Break a leg". Oh no, that's something else altogether. Lol
Blessings
Janet
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Happy to hear you are "putting yourself out there". I think you will find it rewarding and maybe even inspirational. I know feedback from my writing often inspires something new.
Best of luck Barbara.
"Break a leg". Oh no, that's something else altogether. Lol
Blessings
Janet
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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LOL Thank you for the support. I do appreciate it.
Comment from Jacob1395
Wishing you ever success, Barbara. I really hope that more readers around the world discover your books and your writing as well. Looking forward to hearing more about your next stages.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Wishing you ever success, Barbara. I really hope that more readers around the world discover your books and your writing as well. Looking forward to hearing more about your next stages.
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Thank you for the support. I do appreciate it.
Comment from nomi338
I have full confidence in your being able to become even more successful than you already are. I can say with confidence, that it only took me one read to become your solid fan and I am sure that there are plenty other readers who feel as I do. So, with all that having been said, the only thing you need to do is to go out there and get it done.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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I have full confidence in your being able to become even more successful than you already are. I can say with confidence, that it only took me one read to become your solid fan and I am sure that there are plenty other readers who feel as I do. So, with all that having been said, the only thing you need to do is to go out there and get it done.
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Thank you for the support. I do appreciate it. I'm curious do you have a favorite book of mine. I've been asking some of my regular fans.
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I am ashamed to admit that I cannot recall the title right now, but it was the first novel of yours that I had the pleasure of rerading. It was the story of the former football player who became a coach an fell in love with a widow who had a son that played on the team he coached. The woman had issues with her dead husband's parents who were trying to get the kids so that they would have greater access to the mony coming to the kids from their dead father. I fell in love with your stories at that point and have been following you every since.
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Love for the Win. Thank you for that information. I will help in deciding future books. HUGS!!
Comment from GWHARGIS
I'm an introvert so being seen is very hard for me. Having said that, I have been contacted by two local book clubs about talking to them. I have agreed. I'm determined to get past this handicap. I think you're on a road to success with these moves. Good luck to you. Gretchen
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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I'm an introvert so being seen is very hard for me. Having said that, I have been contacted by two local book clubs about talking to them. I have agreed. I'm determined to get past this handicap. I think you're on a road to success with these moves. Good luck to you. Gretchen
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Thank you for the support. I do appreciate it. I can do the meet the author's because me ask me questions and it's like talking one on one. I have problems with the other.
Comment from Paul McFarland
I have heard that YouTube is a good way to go. I should do something with it myself, but I'm dragging my feet. Best of luck in whichever way you decide.
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reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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I have heard that YouTube is a good way to go. I should do something with it myself, but I'm dragging my feet. Best of luck in whichever way you decide.
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Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Thank you for the support. I do appreciate it. GO FOR IT!!!!
Comment from Begin Again
Good for you, Barbara! I am glad you are putting yourself out there so you get more exposure with your books, but I also agree baby steps and only do whatever you are comfortable doing. I wish you the best of luck!
Smiles and hugs, Carol
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reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Good for you, Barbara! I am glad you are putting yourself out there so you get more exposure with your books, but I also agree baby steps and only do whatever you are comfortable doing. I wish you the best of luck!
Smiles and hugs, Carol
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Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2024
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Thank you for the support.
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Always! Garth says go for it!
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With Garth by my side, I could do anything. LOL
