tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post1568651608967905632..comments2024-01-12T04:58:56.025-05:00Comments on Build Buzz: How to announce your book with an e-mail blastSandra Beckwithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03337084378952000158noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-1917811849740577012010-09-13T12:13:52.637-04:002010-09-13T12:13:52.637-04:00That's in interesting comment on "trusted...That's in interesting comment on "trusted source," Marly. I'm hoping that authors only send these messages to people they have some kind of connection with already, but I realize that's probably not always the case. Do you get them from "strangers?"Sandra Beckwithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03337084378952000158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-64519092929927804972010-09-13T11:44:19.677-04:002010-09-13T11:44:19.677-04:00The only time I've considered a book via email...The only time I've considered a book via email is if it was sent to me from a trusted individual. I agree with you that mass emails are not usually well-written. Great post!Marlyhttp://www.namelymarly.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-11168737561598816242010-09-09T20:51:57.445-04:002010-09-09T20:51:57.445-04:00Vivian, I know that "you" will shine thr...Vivian, I know that "you" will shine through in your announcement and that will be essential. Donna, thank you for such wonderful feedback -- I appreciate it. You might be interested in my take on that "tooting your own horn" attitude in this link to a couple of blog postings on that topic: http://buildbuzz.blogspot.com/search/label/Leslie%20Levine. I think they will help you see how to position your role in all of this!<br /><br />Thanks!<br />SandySandra Beckwithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03337084378952000158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-41434669089107712452010-09-09T19:18:42.845-04:002010-09-09T19:18:42.845-04:00Perfect timing! My books come out in 1-2 weeks and...Perfect timing! My books come out in 1-2 weeks and I'm ready to send out emails.<br /> <br />I recently commented on an author's blog regarding marketing. There were numerous writers and authors responding that it was obnoxious to 'market' with emails,Facebook Fan Page, etc. They don't want to be perceived as 'tooting their own horns'. <br /><br />This posting covers the 'obnoxious; and the perception of 'horn tooting'. <br /><br />It helpfully covers 'what to say and how to cover your bases'. Much appreciated!! <br /><br />I feel like the lady who was told her zipper is down BEFORE I left the restroom.Donna Peruginihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09119371217968036772noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-37953663948409368242010-09-09T00:42:48.053-04:002010-09-09T00:42:48.053-04:00Thank goodness I got the link for this post before...Thank goodness I got the link for this post before I sent out my email "blast"...I'll definitely be revising it using your suggestions. As usual, Sandy, your recommendations are thoughtful, insightful and much appreciated!Vivian Kirkfieldhttp://www.positiveparentalparticipation.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-28222290720237778032010-09-06T14:27:01.501-04:002010-09-06T14:27:01.501-04:00Glad it helped, Srish. I appreciate the feedback!Glad it helped, Srish. I appreciate the feedback!Sandra Beckwithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03337084378952000158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-6580052824818360152010-09-06T14:03:49.550-04:002010-09-06T14:03:49.550-04:00Excellent Ideas. I just shared this with a client ...Excellent Ideas. I just shared this with a client of mine.Srish Agrawalhttp://www.BookDesignTeam.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-68235742792107434322010-09-06T11:26:58.619-04:002010-09-06T11:26:58.619-04:00Thanks, Jeff! I'm glad you found it helpful.Thanks, Jeff! I'm glad you found it helpful.Sandra Beckwithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03337084378952000158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-20295102261585147282010-09-06T11:23:24.987-04:002010-09-06T11:23:24.987-04:00Excellent advice! Thank you.
- Jeff EmmersonExcellent advice! Thank you.<br /><br />- Jeff EmmersonJeff Emmersonhttp://jeffemmersonmymemoir.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-39406926513747701022010-09-01T13:14:31.693-04:002010-09-01T13:14:31.693-04:00Thanks, Monica. Good luck with your book -- and ha...Thanks, Monica. Good luck with your book -- and have fun with it!<br /><br />SandySandra Beckwithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03337084378952000158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-59532303353558968632010-09-01T12:49:34.193-04:002010-09-01T12:49:34.193-04:00Great ideas! It might have worked in the beginning...Great ideas! It might have worked in the beginning to have folks excited about someone's best-seller status, but it seems so gimmicky now. As a soon-to-be-published author, I appreciate the tips on maintaining integrity but getting the word out nonetheless! We have to believe our book would help people or we wouldn't have written it. But the marketing haze is hard to maneuver. Thanks again!Monica Strobelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16803881964878417363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-31235390870676660812010-08-27T09:54:42.072-04:002010-08-27T09:54:42.072-04:00Thanks, Kathleen! You certainly know what you'...Thanks, Kathleen! You certainly know what you're talking about, so thanks for the validation here! I appreciate it.Sandra Beckwithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03337084378952000158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6698359524433221650.post-38364099781492804192010-08-27T00:41:07.887-04:002010-08-27T00:41:07.887-04:00Excellent points you make about online book launch...Excellent points you make about online book launches. And spot on.Kathleen Gagehttp://www.kathleengage.comnoreply@blogger.com