Cracking Up!

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As an independent publisher, do you ever feel the tasks are overwhelming? There are printing matters to be dealt with, cover design decisions to be made, making sure the editiorial/revision process has been effectively handled, layout, pagination concerns, and the list just goes on and on. Isn’t it enough to just focus on publishing matters without having to handle the administrative tasks and shipping side of publishing too?

Before you reach beyond your limit, there is no reason to “crack up” from the stress of it all. There are companies out there that can assist you with processing and fulfilling your orders. They know the fastest and most economical ways of getting your book, film or other publication to the buyer and can even keep track of your sales and inventory matters.

It is easy to find a company to assist you. Go ahead, google “affordable order fulfillment for independent publishers.” It is that easy! Don’t wait until it is too late!

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Writers, Mark Your Calendars – Frost & More!!!

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Don’t let this photo fool you – this blog is really not about weather. It is about two writing contests and their deadlines!

Camber Press – Poetry Chapbook Award is coming up.  For details, go to www.camberpress.com or email info@camberpress.org. Mark Doty will be the judge and the prize is $1,000.  Submit a manuscript of up to 24 pages by August 15 with a $15 entry fee.

And, now it is about Frost! The Robert Frost Foundation – Poetry Award. Lots of time to create a winner. Deadline is September 15. The poems should be written in the spirit of Robert Frost and three entries are allowed. The entry fee is $10 per poem. For more information go to www.frostfoundation.org or email frostfoundation@comcast.net.

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Writers – Don’t Miss Out!

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The Midwest Independent Publishers Association “Publishing Matters” Conference will be upon us before we know it!  Register by July 15 for reduced fees. The conference will be held in Minneapolis, MN August 14 & 15 at the Embassy Suites.  The event is being co-sponsored by MIPA (Midwest Independent Publishers Assoc.) and IBPA (Independent Book Publishers Assoc.) A great chance for all midwest independent publishers to learn more about book promotion, partnering with distributors, the future of publishing and much, much more! For more information go to

www.mipa.org          or   email   mipa.blog@gmail.com

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A Call for Manuscripts

Lady crossing street Trap door Books, a small press in Lyons, CO is looking for manuscripts of book length fiction. Self published books can be submitted for consideration. Interested? go to the blog

http://trapdoor.wordpress.com or email

cmatney@trapdoor.com for more details on what they are looking for and submission guidelines.

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Cover to Cover – New Radio Show

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Every Saturday Morning

Radio Show for Authors and Publishers

Tune in to www.wnzf.com

Listen on Line      11:30 am  Eastern Standard Time

                                   10:30 am  Central Time

                                     9:30 am  Mountain Time

                                     8:30 am Pacific Time

1/2 hour radio show filled with information on marketing your book, traditional vs. independent publishing, getting started in publishing, author’s role in book marketing, establishing your niche market and much more. Essential information to all publishers and authors. Listen in and learn!

July 18 – A Big Day for Writers!

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Calling all writers! Two great opportunities to network  and learn, both on July 18!

Steamboat Writers Group will be presenting “A Day for Writers.”  This is their 28th annual conference and registration is limited, so jump on board right away if you are interested. For details and to register, visit their website www.steamboatwritersgroup.com

Also, on July 18th at the Hotel Monaco in San Francisco, California Instock – The Conference for Self Publishers will be taking place. For details, visit www.instockconference.com

Both events look great! Networking and attending writers conferences are so valuable. You will meet all kinds of like-minded people , come away with refreshing new ideas and you never know what you will learn!

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Planning to expand your fleet?

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Were you successful in finding a traditional publisher for your manuscript first time around but after sending a deluge of query letters for your next publication, each one was met with a letter of rejection? Have you considered independent publishing? It is an option and there are advantages as well.  You have greater control over your written word, there are lots of freelance professionals to assist you and you may even retain a greater percentage of the profits.

Begin by talking with others who have made the transition from traditional publishing to independent publishing. Local writers groups often have author members who have experienced both traditional and independent publishing. See how the two compare. Gather information from freelance professionals – editors, book printers, cover designers, book marketers, order fulfillment companies and the like.

Knowledge is power!