The Best-Priced Onsite Conference--Maybe Ever!

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First Writers' Conference in Philadelphia

I just signed a contract with Bookbaby.com to present at their first-ever writers’ conference and I have to tell you, I have never seen a top-level conference like this offered at such a price.  That means I am thrilled to tell you about it not only because I am a firm believer in conferences, but also because, well . . . you know how frugal I am.

The Independent Writers Conference will be held in in the heart of Philadelphia November 3^rd to 5^th at the Sonesta hotel. Start saving the career-boosting pennies in your budget for this but also don't wait! The Early Bird special is only an unheard of $99 through May!

Bookbaby is going all out. There may even be a tour/social on Sunday after the last presentation! Talk about a fun networking opportunity. Early bird registration is available right now at https://sites.grenadine.co/sites/rps/en/bookbaby?utm_campaign=BO1709&utm_source=BBOff&utm_medium=Email

Learn more at #indieauthorscon and register at www.bookbaby.com/conference2017 

After you register you will get the code for our Sonesta Hotel group rate. ($189/night for November 3rd and 4th)

Here's what you can expect:

• ·      Presentations from successful authors and industry leaders 

• ·      Over 20 workshops and panels focused on publishing and marketing your book
• ·      Opportunities to connect with fellow writers and expand your writing network 

• ·      Discussions with real publishing experts ready to answer your questions 

• ·      Personal interaction with knowledgeable industry professionals

You might also want to check the Index of your The Frugal Book Promoter copy under “conferences/writer conferences” for the reasons I believe in conferences for writers and ideas for how to make the most of them!

Hope to see you in Philly!  


MORE ABOUT THE BLOGGER

 Howard-Johnson is the author of fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. She is also a marketing consultant, editor, and author of the multi award-winning HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers including the award-winning second editions of The Frugal Book Promoter and The Frugal Editor. Her latest is in the series is  How to Get Great Book Reviews Frugally and Ethically. Learn more on her Amazon profile page, http://bit.ly/CarolynsAmznProfile. Great Little Last Minute Editing Tips for Writers is one of her booklets--perfect for inexpensive gift giving--and, another booklet, The Great First Impression Book Proposal helps writers who want to be traditionally published. She has three FRUGAL books for retailers including one she encourages authors to read because it will help them convince retailers to host their workshops, presentations, and signings. It is A Retailer’s Guide to Frugal In-Store Promotions: How To Increase Profits and Spit in the Eyes of Economic Downturns with Thrifty Events and Sales Techniques. In addition to this blog, she helps writers extend the exposure of their favorite reviews at TheNewBookReview.blogspot.com. She also blogs at all things editing--grammar, formatting and more--at The Frugal, Smart, and Tuned-In Editor (http://TheFrugalEditor.blogspot.com )

An Invitation from the Famous Judith Briles

I am excited about presenting at this writers conference and--of course--had to let you know about it! I'd love to see my SharingwithWriters subscribers and visitors there. If you come, please be sure to introduce yourselves. I just reconnected with a wonderful attendee I met back in 2008 at the Erma Bombeck conference for humor writers. It's this kind of thing that keeps me happy!

Announcement in Author U

Come to the Extravaganza - Special rate for LI members Judith Briles Author & Publishing Expert, The Book Shepherd, Corporate Blogger, Founder of Author U group on LinkedIn, Keynote Speaker AuthorU has its annual 3-day author and publishing conference next month, September 15-17. A special discount code has been created for all members of local groups 1. There is breaking news about the 2016 AuthorU Extravaganza I want to share … and we want you to immediately act on—time is running out. Book Marketing Expert John Kremer is doing the Deep Dive workshop just for you on Thursday—imagine, two hours with a man who has mentored authors in selling MILLIONS of books! 2. AuthorU has created a killer pricing deal that you should not miss for you because you are one of my followers for my posts and blogs. First, the AuthorU Extravaganza: 1. The theme this year is Daring Greatly. We ’ve assembled the “best of the best” to take you and your book to soaring heights of publishing and marketing success. There are 25 exceptional experts and presenters ready to share a “no-holds-back” information and advice including Carolyn Howard-Johnson with tons of frugal tips for you. 2. Book Marketing Expert John Kremer will be doing a very, very special Deep Dive Dinner Workshop on Thursday, September 15th. John’s classic, 1001 Ways to Market Your Book is launching with an all new edition and updated. If you want insider book marketing tips, you can’t afford to miss this remarkable session. Be the first to get the new book at the Extravaganza. John has shown authors how to dare greatly for years; he has mentored authors who have sold over a billion books and is founder of the Billion Book Initiative to help the next generation of book authors sell another billion books. Are you ready to Dare Greatly and be part of this next generation? 3. All sessions are General Sessions on Friday and Saturday, all —you don’t have to worry about “choices” … you hear it ALL. 4. Ask the Experts and Pick Their Brains. You have questions—all our speakers are Experts. One thing many wanted was more time to mix with the speakers. Ask the Experts (our speakers) takes place during lunch when you will have at least one speaker/expert at your table PLUS you can book individual time throughout Friday and Saturday. Ask the Experts and Pick Their Brains are open to all attendees and includes lunch. 5. Evening Reception. On Friday after Rounds with the Pros before our gourmet dinner (and we do mean gourmet), Ingram Spark is hosting a reception for attendees and speakers. Building community is important to authors—your growing network is invaluable to your success. This is open to all attendees. 6. Call the hotel and reserve your room at a special reduced rate. Right now, rates are posted online through the “hotel discount” sites at $184. You get $119 PLUS free parking, which saves an additional $13 per day. There is a free shuttle if you are flying into Denver International Airport (DIA). Call the Renaissance Denver Stapleton Hotel at 303-399-7500 and ask for the AuthorU rate. Second, the Killer Pricing deal for Colorado authors and writers: I’ve been given a special coupon code that will SAVE $270 off of the three-day Extravaganza registration. This is HUGE! BUT … you must act NOW. This is good until September 1. Click on the link below to take you to Registration page: (for members and nonmembers—click on the nonmember rate if link is broken) http://www.secureinfossl.com/carts/shopping_cart/oneClickProductBuy/6f382b315cd5927caf706e4e15ea8d68/0 You will note it has $545 for full registration (Thursday Deep Dive through Saturday afternoon) … we will add in the Eagle or Eaglet Thursday Day sessions, another $75 value). Complete it and click Next Step. Then, enter AUSP2016 code … You will be charged $350, a terrific rate, just for YOU! You save $270. If you want to really make a mark in publishing and be successful, come to the Extravaganza! Respond Now View

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 Carolyn Howard-Johnson, author of This Is the Place; Harkening: A Collection of Stories Remembered; Tracings, a chapbook of poetry; and how to books for writers including the award-winning second edition of, The Frugal Book Promoter: How to get nearly free publicity on your own or by partnering with your publisher; The multi award-winning second edition of The Frugal Editor; and Great Little Last Minute Editing Tips for Writers . The Great First Impression Book Proposal is her newest booklet for writers. She has three FRUGAL books for retailers including A Retailer’s Guide to Frugal In-Store Promotions: How To Increase Profits and Spit in the Eyes of Economic Downturns with Thrifty Events and Sales Techniques. Some of her other blogs are TheNewBookReview.blogspot.com, a blog where authors can recycle their favorite reviews. She also blogs at all things editing, grammar, formatting and more at The Frugal, Smart and Tuned-In Editor .