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I have found that authors can no longer turn up to a bookstore and sit at a table with pen poised over their books.
The reality is, potential buyers will probably walk past without a sideways glance. They need something to pique their interest.
Dress your table up with a theme from your book or just with a bright tablecloth; alternatively what about dressing yourself up (eg. costume period of the book). You can take along pop-up posters (sure to draw attention, such as Andy Semple’s see his website) or run a book trailer from your laptop. Even just a bunch of helium balloons beside the table will be sufficient. It doesn’t have to be expensive, just creative.
You want people to stop by and ask what you are doing at the store and then convince them to buy your book. Don’t be shy – talk it up.
Irena Thompson author of Snake in the Grass suggests mingling with the crowd (try rent-a-crowd) or having a friend with a basket of lollies etc. to hand out (people love freebies).
Props are great. Pat Noad author of the Annie Bryce mysteries sometimes has a severed hand on her table.
Don’t stay at the signing table. Walk around the store and ask buyers what they are looking for – again suggest your book.
Remember, you’ve put your heart and soul into your writing and now you need to do the same with your book signings or you won’t sell your beloved work.
Remain positive, smile and love your book, hopefully buyers will then love it as much as you do.
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What is the difference between a Creative Writing major and a Creative Writing concentration?
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A Creative Writing concentration offers a sequence of workshops from introductory through advanced levels in both poetry and fiction. I believe a Creative Writing major is focussed on one aspect in particular, such as historical fiction. The best place to ask would be the universities who offer these courses.
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