P.M. Terrell – From Author To Promoter

Posted on June 2, 2007 by Victor Volkman
On May 31st, 2007 at 8:00PM EDT Irene Watson and Victor Volkman spoke with Patricia Terrell, the author of 8 books, including the how-to book “Take the Mystery out of Promoting Your Book” . She shared with us the innovative ways she has developed to market her books at virtually no cost including school and library lectures, civic involvement, fan newsletters, mystery-lovers reading groups, and many other strategies. Patricia also helps us grapple with the big shift from being an author to proactive promoter of your work. Additionally, P.M. Terrell is the author of three internationally acclaimed suspense/thrillers: Ricochet, Kickback and The China Conspiracy, and four computer textbooks. More information can be obta
ined through the author’s web site at www.pmterrell.com or www.mysterypromotion.com Look for her latest suspense this fall- “Songbirds are Free” which is inspired by a true story!
Patricia does more than just write about crime. She is a strong supporter of The Virginia Crime Stoppers Association and its affiliated Crime Solvers, Crime Stoppers, and Crime Lines. On April 1, she was with Virginia Governor Mark Warner when he signed into legislation additional protection for citizens calling Crime Solvers and Crime Stoppers with tips. It ensures that citizens will remain anonymous and can not be called to testify in court. In August 2004, Patricia co-founded The Book ‘Em Foundation, a not for profit organization, with Officer Mark Kearney of the Waynesboro Police Department. The organization’s mission is to increase public awareness of the connection between high illiteracy rates and high crime rates, increase literacy rates, and decrease crime rates. The First Annual Book ‘Em Event was held on October 23, 2004 in Waynesboro, Virginia and attra
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Chris Roerden – Don’t Murder Your Mystery!

Posted on May 25, 2007 by Victor Volkman
>On May 24th, 2007 at 8PM EDT Irene Watson and Victor R. Volkman spoke with Chris Roerden, an Agatha-award winning author and editor with more than four decades of experience.  Her latest book is called Don’t Murder Your Mystery: 24 Fiction Writing Techniques To Save Your Manuscript From Turning Up D.O.A.  She shared invaluable tips on how not to submit a manuscript, how to work with an editor, and many classic mistakes made on the first page and first chapter that turn a possibly good book into unreadable mush.  Not just for Mystery writers, this is a must for all fiction writers. Chris Roerden
She’s edited authors who’ve been published by St. Martin’s Press, Berkley Prime Crime, Rodale, Viking, Walker, Midnight Ink, and many smaller presses, as well as authors who’ve self-published. Altogether, she’s had a hand in their winning 22 awards. In addition to editing, she’s written 10 books and a game, all but two of those commissioned by others. Chris received her Master’s in English from the University of Maine. The faculty invited her to stay on as a teacher of nonfiction writing. In the mid-nineties she introduced the first series of classes in publishing at the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee, and taught in the continuing education program for 8 years. At the time Chris was also president of MidAmerica Publishers Association (or MAPA), a regional trade association for publishers founded by John Kremer. Chris also served 6 years on the southeast regional board of directors of Mystery Writers of America.

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New Show Lineup – June / July 2007

Posted on May 22, 2007 by Victor Volkman
The new Show Lineup is now fully scheduled through July 2007.

Irene and Victor invite you to join them each week as they explore the myriad issues involved in planning the production of your first book AND once you’re done, what to do next. 

 

If you would like to post a question in advance for any of the guest speakers, please contact us at info@authorsaccess.com 

Authors Access is where authors get published and published authors get successful.
Air Date Guest Topic Podcast
07-Jun-07 Ami Hendrickson Successful Ghostwriting, co-authoring, and collaboration TBA
14-Jun-07 Penny Sansevieri From Book to Best Seller TBA
21-Jun-07 Janet Walters and Jane Toombs Becoming Your Own Critique Partner TBA
28-Jun-07 Irene Watson All the Ins and Outs of Book Reviews TBA
05-Jul-07 Holiday Break Happy 4th of July!
12-Jul-07 Bob Sanders Creating Readable SciFi and Fantasy Books TBA
19-Jul-07 Emi Battaglia Facts and Truths from a Top Traditional Publisher TBA
26-Jul-07 Jacqueline Marcell How to Get Celebrity Endorsements TBA
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Michelle Dunn – Creating a Buzz Around Your Book

Posted on May 18, 2007 by Victor Volkman

Michelle DunnOn Thursday, May 17th, 2007 at 8:00PM Irene and Victor spoke with Michelle Dunn, an author of an award winning book who is also a consultant that has a contagious passion for her work.  Her new Mosquito Marketing series is focused on empowering authors, publishers, and entrepreneurs in achieving marketing and publicity success on a shoestring budget.

Michelle started, ran and successfully marketed  M.A.D. Collection Agency for 8 years. Michelle has recently been named one of the Top 5 Women in Collections. Due to her successful marketing, Michelle has been featured in Forbes.com, The Wall Street Journal, Ladies Home Journal, PC World, Home Business Magazine, Home Business Journal, Entrepreneur magazine, Professional Collector, Credit & Collections Risk, the NH Business Review, Smart Money magazine, About.com, Master Cards small business website and in many books including Home Based Business for Dummies. Michelle has been a featured guest on (NPR) National Public Radio and many other radio programs as well as published in many newspapers and magazines nationwide. She has been a repeat guest on television shows such as the CBS Early Show, The Book Authority and Process for Profit.  She has many published articles and 7 published books to add to her list of accomplishments. 

Michelle is originally from RI and now lives in NH. Visit www.michelledunn.com for more information on her Mosquito Marketing Series. 

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Jesse Ferrell – Success Through Backwards Planning

Posted on May 11, 2007 by Victor Volkman

Jesse FerrellOn May 10th, 2007 at 8PM EDT Irene and Victor spoke with Jesse Ferrell, one of the country’s preeminent experts in personal and professional development. He talked with us about his innovative project planning method called Success Through Backwards Planning can be applied to authors and publishers and how to avoid that sinking feeling of being overwhelmed.

A sought-after presenter and trainer, Mr. Ferrell specializes in working with executives, professionals and companies and facilitating dynamic growth on a personal, professional and corporate level. Mr. Ferrell is President and CEO of JessTalk Speaking Services, an internationally-renowned company whose client base is comprised primarily of Fortune 500 companies. Mr. Ferrell has authored numerous articles on customer service, marketing and personal and professional development. How You Leave Them Feeling is Mr. Ferrell’s first book release. Learn more about this exciting new book at www.HowYouLeaveThemFeeling.com

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