Date: October 6, 2005
AuthorHouse Gives New Writers Roadmap for Success
New Publication Provides First-Ever Guide Designed for Self-Published Authors
Bloomington, Ind. -- Prospective authors have a powerful new tool in their book marketing arsenals. AuthorHouse, the premier publishing house for emerging authors and new voices in literature, announces the publication of its innovative manual, Your Voice in Demand: The AuthorHouse Guide to Marketing and Promoting Your Book.
The concise guide is the first book written and produced by the Bloomington, Ind.-based publisher and is designed to specifically address the needs of both new and experienced authors that may be taking advantage of POD technology for the first time. Your Voice in Demand is packed with information and advice for new writers and those new to print-on-demand publishing. Each of the book’s nine chapters is devoted to helping authors navigate the often confusing waters of book promotion, including:
• Creating a marketing and promotional plan
• Using the Internet as a marketing and sales tool
• Employing public relations to generate interest
• Setting up book signings and author tours
• Leveraging advertising
• Establishing a retail sales program
“Your Voice in Demand continues the AuthorHouse tradition of providing innovative products and services to authors,” said Bryan Smith, AuthorHouse president and CEO. “This valuable resource adds another level of outstanding support for our authors and enables them to make informed decisions about promoting their books.”
Your Voice in Demand is available for $9.95 through the AuthorHouse bookstore (authorhouse.com), Amazon.com or BarnesandNoble.com. For more information about the AuthorHouse suite of promotional options, contact the Promotional Services Department.
About AuthorHouse
With over 28,000 books in print, AuthorHouse is the largest self-publishing house in the world, providing premier publishing and marketing services to authors. The company was founded in Bloomington, Ind., in 1997 to fulfill the dreams of authors who wanted to have their books published while retaining all rights and control of content. AuthorHouse provides high-touch customer service, an easy-to-use process and a broad range of services to help authors write, publish, distribute and promote their works. AuthorHouse titles are available for order at more that 25,000 retail stores worldwide, through major Internet booksellers and at the AuthorHouse online store, http://www.authorhouse.com/.
