PROMO DAY

Share a promo tip

2012-01-13T14:15:00.000+01:00

If you're on Twitter join in spreading the word about Promo Day by posting a marketing tip followed by the hashtags #PD12 and #promotip.

All tips shared will be made into a pdf e-book for attendees to download during the event.

This is a great way to let people know about the event and get yourself some new followers at the same time. It's a win-win for everyone :)

13 Ways you can help promote Promo Day

2012-01-12T14:03:00.000+01:00

Although Promo Day has grown loads since it first started out, it would be great to have you all help spread the word about the event. After all, the more people know about it the more people are likely to take part.

So how can you help?

Subscribe to the Promo Day blog, follow @promodayevent, 'like' the Facebook page, add Promo Day to your Google+ circles.
Retweet and share posts about the event.
'Like' or recommend posts about the event.
Add the Promo Day banner to your website or blog. Alternatively upload it to your Facebook profile or post it as a twitpic on Twitter.
Tell people about the event and how it can benefit them.
Invite people you know that might be interested in taking part.
Share information about the event in your newsletter.
Doing an interview? Great! drop in a comment about how you'll be taking part in Promo Day and mention that it's free and open to everyone.
Use the hashtags #PD12 and #promotip together and share a tip.
Make a video testimonial about why the event is so great and upload it to You Tube.
Write a testimonial for the event and share it everywhere.
Write a press release about the fact that you will be taking part in Promo Day and share on press sites.
Get your book featured in the Promo day bookstore for just €5,00 and then share the link everywhere you can.

Got any more tips for how to promote the event? share in the comments section, I'd love to hear them.

PD12 Sponsorship Opportunities

2012-01-11T13:32:00.002+01:00

Below areexamples of the opportunities available for the 2012 event.

1. OfficialSponsor

Thissponsorship package will offer an increased level of exposure prior to, duringand after the event.

Logo and link on homepage of website
Full page advertisement in the event guide
Pre-event mailing to pre-registrants
Post-event mailing to visitors
Logo on all mailings regarding the event

Cost:€50,00

2. BookstoreSponsor

Book cover art displayed in the on site bookstore with purchasing link and author bio.

Cost: €5,00per book

For advice and further information contact Jo Linsdell

Email: promoday@ymail.com

Join the Promo Day Facebook Page

2011-12-15T10:55:00.000+01:00

Promo Day now has its own page on Facebook.

Facebook Badges

You can now keep up to date with Promo Day activity via the social media giant, Facebook. 'LIKE' the page and get information and up dates regarding the event in your Facebook news feed. You are also welcome to share suggestions for future events, give feedback and ask questions regarding the event.

The new Promo Day website

2011-12-12T15:23:00.000+01:00

I saw the first draft of the new Promo Day website this morning and it looks fantastic! Marzia Fabretti, the web designer, has done a great job. A few little bits to sort out and adjust and it'll be ready to go online. I can't to hear your feedback.

The new site has a professional and easy to navigate look with all the most important information clearly set out.

The list of workshop presenters for the 2012 event is growing and I will be publishing the confirmed list in January. Trust me, you won't want to miss any of them. These international experts will be offering you a gold mine of information and tips.

As soon as the new site goes LIVE you'll be able to register for the 2012 event. It's completely free to attend and open to everyone.

Vote now and choose which workshop will take place at PD12

2011-12-01T11:43:00.001+01:00

For the 2012 event I'm giving you the chance to vote for the workshop topic you'd like me to cover.

What one do you want me to do?

1. TWITTER

I've done lots of stuff about twitter over the years and past workshops have always been popular. I have some new tips and tricks to share though.

2. YOU TUBE

Uses of video for writers
Setting up a channel
Personalizing video's to increase views and other tricks

3. GOGGLE+

Information about the new social platform launched by internet giant Google.
Setting up a profile and page
Why you should be using it.

I'll be counting the votes on each of my sites and the one with the most by the end of December wins.

Cast your vote now in the comments section

Follow PROMO DAY on Twitter!

2011-11-29T17:13:00.001+01:00

As part of the marketing plan for the 2012 event, PROMO DAY now has a profile on the popular micro-blogging site Twitter.

To stay up to date with the latest information and news regarding the event follow @promodayevent or the hashtag #PD12

Follow Promo Day news on Google+

2011-11-28T21:23:00.001+01:00

The recently launched social media platform, Google+, has already created a buzz across the internet. Given that Google is one of the most powerful companies online (everyone uses at least one google product be it the search engine, calendar, blogger.com or other), it seemed right to start representing Promo Day through their google+ pages feature.

That's right, Promo Day now has it's own page on Google+ where you can follow updates and information regarding the event.

Coming soon you will also be able to follow Promo Day on other networks including Facebook, Twitter and You Tube.

PD12 is going to be the biggest and best event ever!

PD12 banner

2011-11-26T20:05:00.001+01:00

Presenting the Promo Day 2012 banner:

Please feel free to add this banner to your websites and blogs to help spread the word about the event.

New site under construction

2011-11-22T21:49:00.001+01:00

Promo Day will be back again in 2012 on Saturday 19th May, with a fantastic new look. A brand new website is currently under construction with a new range of features that will make it easier to navigate and more social media friendly as well as giving it a smoother, more professional style.

The list of workshop presenters for the 2012 edition is already growing and will offer internationally renowned experts from the writing industry on a wide range of topics, with heavy emphasis on marketing strategies and tools. As always all workshops will be completely free of charge and open to all. The big difference this year though is that registration will be required. Don't worry though, it's free, simple and quick to do.

Registration will open when the new site is launched in January 2012.

The new url is http://www.promoday.info

There will be a variety of sponsorship opportunities for the 2012 event all at low cost. If you would like to be the first to find out about the packages available please email for more details.

Forum workshop with Irene S. Roth

2011-04-20T18:44:00.001+02:00

Forum workshop

Workshop Title: Seven Tips to Perform A Professional Online Critique

Forum Presenter: Irene S. Roth

Workshop outline:

       It is important for writers to be courteous when
       giving professional critiques. We don't want to
       bash the other writer, but we want him/her to
       develop and flower into the type of writer that
       will be successful and content in his/her
       profession.

       Here are seven tips to perform a professional
       critique.

       1. Be courteous.

       2. Find good points to say about a manuscript at
            all times.

       3. Don't slam another writer's views.

       4. Be thorough in your critique.

       5. Don't negatively label any manuscript.

       6. Suggest positive feedback to make the
            manuscript better.

       7. Couch negative comments positively.

       Irene S. Roth is a freelance writer for teens and
       tweens. She leads live chats and workshops at the
       National Writing for Children's Center about
       different aspects of the writing life. She is a
       registered Virtual Book Tour host with the
       National Writing for Children Center and Stories
       for Children's Magazine where she is also an
       Assistant Nonfiction Editor. Ms. Roth also has
       two website that is geared to writers. These are
       as follows:

       1. http://irenesroth.wordpress.com
       2. http://rothsinspiringbooksandproducts.wordpress.com

Forum workshop with Sandy Lender

2011-02-27T09:51:00.000+01:00

365 Days of Non-Stop Marketing

With Sandy Lender of Night Wolf Publications

Workshop outline:

Marketing and promotion is the author's responsibility, but there are myriad inexpensive, creative, not-too-time-consuming activities in which you can partake to get the word out about your book. Check in throughout PROMO! Day with author and marketer Sandy Lender for tons of tips on how to market and promote with a plan. She's currently marketing 365 days of 2011--from in-store appearances to in-person presentations to online interviews and more. Visit this forum for ideas, strategies and a gameplan that's sure to help you get your promotion jump-started for serious success.

Check out her website at http://www.authorsandylender.com

Forum Workshop with Joyce Lavene

2011-02-27T09:28:00.000+01:00

Joyce Lavene will be presenting an all day workshop in the forums at this years event.

Brief outline of what the workshop will cover:

Selling, writing, and promoting series mysteries, fantasies, etc. is different and can be more difficult than writing stand-alone books. It might seem as though it begins with the contract and how many books you think you can write and promote in a year. How often should the books come out? How will you be paid for them? But it starts when you first determine the books will be a series. How do you give enough information without giving away the plots, future and past? How many characters does it take to write a continuing series? Is your idea big enough to be more than one book? What publishers are looking for series books? And when it comes to promotion, how can you keep your readers interested and continuing to buy your series?

BIO:

Joyce Lavene writes with her husband/partner, Jim. Together they have written and published more than 50 books.. They have written mystery, fantasy and science fiction series in the last 12 years. They currently write two mystery series for Berkley Prime Crime – Missing Pieces Mysteries and Renaissance Faire Mysteries. They live in North Carolina with their family. Their website is www.joyceandjimlavene.com. Joyce blogs at http://romanceofmystery.blogspot.com .

They also continue to write for their hometown newspaper, www.weeklypostnc.com .

2011 workshops

2011-02-23T17:56:00.000+01:00

There is still space for more workshops at this years event, both LIVE one hour long workshops in the chatroom and all day workshops in the forums. If you would like to present a workshop please email an outline of your workshop along with a short bio. Please also indicate which type of workshop you would like to do and if a LIVE one what time C.E.T. you'd prefer to start (there is a time converter on site if needed).

All crew members get one book added free of charge to the onsite bookstore as a thank you for their time. Additional books can be added at €5,00 per book.

Ideas for workshops include; finding agents, what editors look for, legal aspects of publishing a book, book formatting 101, how to query, freelance writing as a career, organisation and time management, marketing and promotional tools, blogging, social media, preparing to author events.... These are just a few ideas but I'm open to other too.

PROMO DAY to return again in May 2011!

2010-10-22T10:56:00.000+02:00

PROMO DAY will be back in May 2011.

Although it's very early to start most of the organising, I'd like to hear from people interested in presenting a workshop during the event. The 2011 event will be a bit different from past editions with the introduction of Forum workshops as well as the LIVE ones inthe chatroom.

Topics as always should be about what happens after the book is written and other writing options e.g.Marketing, promotion general, social media, formatting, querying, blogging, article writing, niche markets like travel writing, finding an agent/publisher/editor, Technical aspects like ISBNs and copyright etc...

Please email me at promoday@ymail.com

PROMO DAY 2011

2010-06-02T17:20:00.001+02:00

Interested in being part of next years event?

If you would like to be considered for presenting a workshop at next years event please email giving a brief bio and outline of the workshop you would like to do. I'd like to do a combination of LIVE chatroom workshops (as in previous years) and forums workshops. Please indicate which type of workshop you prefer.

Become an official sponsor for the event and gain extra visibility for your company/services/books. If you would like more information about this please contact me via email.

Any ideas for how the event could be improved? What new features would you like to see? Give your feedback so that next years event can be even better.

2010 event proves to be another success

2010-05-22T00:00:00.000+02:00

Thank you to everyone who was involved in this years event and helped make it a success.

To the workshop presenters:

Sandy Lender

Reno Lovison

Karina Fabian

Gina Alzate

Lillian Cauldwell

Janet Elaine Smith

Joyce Anthony

And Moderators:

Molly Swoboda

William Bike

Penny Ehrenkranz

Ron Berry

All did a great job and really added to the event.

Thanks also to the official sponsor for this years event www.pumpupyourbook.com

And last but not least, to everyone who took part; promoting the event, posting to the forums, supplying files for the downloads section and visiting the site and bookstore.

I'm happy to report that I've already been contacted by several people, who thanks to PROMO DAY, have increased hits to their websites, gotten more subscribers to their newsletters, sold more books and found new markets for their writing.

I'm also pleased at how many of you commented on how much you enjoyed the event and have already had applications from people wanting to present at next years year.

Only one day to go!

2010-05-14T17:23:00.000+02:00

PROMO DAY 2010!

The main action on PROMO DAY is divided into two main areas; the LIVE workshop chatroom and the forums.

The workshops

Navigate to the WORKSHOP chatroom. As you scroll down you will see a large yellow box with a little white box in the centre. This is the chatroom. To enter just type your name in the little white box. If asked, enter without password.

All workshops are written.

No registration is necessary. Just turn up and join in.

N.B. You will need JAVA software on your computer for the chatroom to work. You can download it for free from www.java.com

Workshop Schedule
TIME	PRESENTER	WORKSHOP	MODERATOR
15:00	Jo Linsdell	Social Media	Molly Swoboda
16:00	Sandy Lender	Virtual Tours	Jo Linsdell
17:00	Reno Lovison	Video Trailers	William Bike
18:00	Karina Fabian	Making Promotional Materials	Jo Linsdell
19:00	Gina Alzate	Divine Empowerment	Jo Linsdell
20:00	Lillian Cauldwell	Interviews and Internet Radio	Penny Ehrenkranz
21:00	Janet Elaine Smith	Turning work into fun (marketing)	Ron Berry
22:00	Joyce Anthony	Blogging	Penny Ehrenkranz

The forums

Make sure you drop by the forums and take advantage of all the opportunities to promote your writing/services during the day and mingle with other members of the writing industry.

The event will be attended by a mixture of authors, freelance writers, publishers, editors, illustrators, virtual assistants, web designs and many more... All of which are invited to promote their products and services.

There are also sections where you can post your writing samples, video trailers etc...

To sign into the forums you will need to insert the password promo1 and register. This is a simple and free process that only takes a few minutes.

Once entered you will be able to set up your own profile (add photo, website url etc...) and post to the various sections.

Should you experience problems at any point, please email using this address.

The Bookstore

Visit the on site bookstore for a selection of great titles. Various genres.

PROMO DAY 2010 is proudly sponsored by:

I look forward to seeing you there!

http://jolinsdell.tripod.com/promoday

The Forums

2010-05-12T09:00:00.001+02:00

This is where the main action takes place. It's divided into easy to navigate sections to make things as simple as possible. Blantant promotion is allowed and encouraged!

This is also where you can get your hands on some great free downloads. Excellent resources for writers to save to their computers.

The password for entering the forums is promo1. When you enter you will be able to set up your profile (not complusory but an extra way to promote what you do as gives the chance to upload a photo, add your weblink etc..) and post to the forums.

Workshop Presenter Janet Elaine Smith

2010-05-11T09:00:00.003+02:00

Workshop: "Turning work into fun"
Presenter: Janet Elaine Smith
Time: 21:00 CET

Outline of workshop:
Turning work into fun is a workshop on marketing. So many authors dread the marketing aspect of it, and we all know we have to do it, but it can be a lot of fun, depending in how you present yourself and your books.

Presenter Bio:
A busy lady who wears many hats within the writing industry. Best selling author of numerous titles and marketing expert. She is also Marketing Consultant for Star Publish.

Check out her video trailers by clicking on the links below:

Get your ticket to an affordable vacation at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQzkJDko0qQ

Hi, Daddy! at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHRCJbljh1g

A Lumberjack Christmas at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLVxjaFBXBw

A Christmas Dream (my favorite, but don't tell!) at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdEt0LHl91U&feature=related

Women of the Week: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrlrGEgFg18

Patrick and Grace: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wm63Rp0j0LM

Keith Trilogy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfSCULdS6A0

SingleTitles: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVP3upOrOo4

Christmas Script: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0G3KE5HxNY

Books by Janet Elaine Smith (just a few as she's written far too many to list them all here ;)):

Find out more about her at her website http://janet_elaine_smith0.tripod.com

The workshops

2010-05-10T09:00:00.000+02:00

All workshops are free and open to all. No registration is necessary. Just turn up and join in. Please try to respect the start time to keep things running smoothly.

To join the chat enter your name in the small white box. If asked enter without password.
You will need JAVA software on your computer for the chatroom to work. You can download it for free from www.java.com

When the question and answer session opens type '?' if you have a question and wait for the moderator to call your name.

Times shown are Central European Time. For a time conversion please check on the Time differences page on site.

Workshop Schedule
TIME	PRESENTER	WORKSHOP	MODERATOR
15:00	Jo Linsdell	Social Media	TBC
16:00	Sandy Lender	Virtual Tours	TBC
17:00	Reno Lovison	Video Trailers	TBC
18:00	Karina Fabian	Making Promotional Materials	TBC
19:00	Gina Alzate	TBC	TBC
20:00	Lillian Cauldwell	Interviews and Internet Radio	TBC
21:00	Janet Elaine Smith	Turning work into fun (marketing)	TBC
22:00	Joyce Anthony	Blogging	TBC

Book trailers

2010-04-28T09:00:00.001+02:00

Show off your video book trailer during PROMO DAY on Saturday 15th May. Post your videos to the forums and get feedback from other attendees whilst promoting your book to thousands.

There will also be a FREE workshop in the LIVE chatroom during the event where you can learn more about video book trailers. Not to be missed!

Promoting your services at PROMO DAY

2010-04-27T09:00:00.002+02:00

If you offer services for writers, then PROMO DAY is the perfect place to promote them for FREE.

You will be able to sign in to the onsite forums and post information about the services you offer, pricing and your weblinks. Share testimonials and network with thousands of potential clients.

So are you an illustrator? editor? ghost writer? virtual assistant? website designer? PR agent? literary agent? etc...

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with thousands on an international level.

Handouts and free ebooks

2010-04-23T20:21:00.000+02:00

PROMO DAY is packed full of opportunities. During this years event on Saturday 15th May there will be a special section in the forums where you will be able to download free handouts and ebooks supplied by a variety of authors.

The files that will be available for you to download directly from the website for FREE, will cover a variety of topics related to writing, marketing and the writing industry.

If you have a file that you would like to make available for download to the thousands of people attending PROMO DAY this year please send it to me by email (subject: free download) as either a word or pdf document. This is yet another way for you to connect on a large scale internationally for FREE. Your document will be downloaded by a large number of people. In some cases those people may pass it on to others. That's a lot of people world wide reading your advice, learning our name and from your byline/bio included in the document, getting to know more about you and what you do.

Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Publishers welcome

2010-04-23T19:58:00.001+02:00

Publishing companies can use PROMO DAY to promote their services, give out submission guidelines and network with authors.

There will be thousands of writers, some with manuscripts ready, attending PROMO DAY on 15th May this year. What better place for publishers to check out new talents, read writing samples, book proposals etc...?

It's free to attend and everyone is welcome.

You just need to sign into the forums section and you're away! You can even set up you profile page in the forums complete with your company details and website.

PROMO DAY is an international event so what ever country your based in, you're bound to find writers interested in knowing more about publishing options with your company.

Mark your calendars for Saturday 15th May and get ready for THE online writing industry event of the year!

PROMO DAY wins an award!

2010-04-20T20:49:00.000+02:00

I'm honoured to have been given this award by Susan Whitfield for the work I do on PROMO DAY.

Workshop Presenter: Jo Linsdell

2010-03-26T19:19:00.000+01:00

Workshop Title: Social Media
3pm-4pm

Workshop Presenter: Jo Linsdell

Workshop Outline:

Social media is the modern way to advertise by the use of online communities. Are you using these free marketing strategies to generate exposure, opportunity and sales? You should be.
I'll be taking you through the various types of social media available (twitter, facebook, LinkedIn, Myspace, YouTube etc...) and how to use them. Statistics, Applications and more...Explore your online marketing options in this one hour LIVE workshop.

Bio:

Jo Linsdell is a freelance writer living in Rome, Italy. She writes articles for websites, newspapers and magazines. She has also updated to Rome. Her books "Italian for Tourists" and "A guide to weddings in Italy" http://www.lulu.com and on http://www.amazon.com

Jo Linsdell was born in Gillingham, Kent (UK) on 16th September 1980. Married name Joanne Denise Feliciani (she uses her maiden name as her pen name).

Having passed 10 GCSE’s, she went on to study Business Studies, History and Art A-Levels at Yateley 6^th Form. Jo left England and moved to Rome, Italy in June 2001, where she now lives with her husband. Their first child was born December 2007.

She has had various jobs including working in hostels, being a tour guide and teaching English as a foreign language. She now works fulltime as a freelance writer. She writes in both English and Italian.

She also writes two award winning blogs; http://astheromansdo.blogspot.com and http://writersandauthors.blogspot.com and recently launched the new site http://1sttimemums.blogspot.com.

She became Editor of Robin Falls Magazine in November 2009.

She was listed on http://www.literaryworld.org/ in April 2009 on their Who's Who in the Literary Society.

You will also know her as the brains behind PROMO DAY ;)

Books by Jo Linsdell:

Promotional banner to post to your sites

2010-03-24T18:04:00.000+01:00

Help promote PROMO DAY by posting the banner to your websites and blogs.

Workshop Schedule

2010-03-19T19:09:00.000+01:00

Here's the Workshop Schedule for the 2010 event:

15:00 - Jo Linsdell - Social Media

16:00 - Sandy Lender - Virtual Tours

17:00 - Reno Lovison - Video Trailers

18:00 - Karina Fabian - Making Promotional Materials

19:00 - Carolyn Howard Johnson - Queries

20:00- Lillian Cauldwell - Interviews and Internet Radio

21:00 - Janet Elaine Smith - Turning work into fun (marketing)

22:00 - Joyce Anthony - Blogging

All times listed are in Central European Time. There is a time converter on the website should you need it.

All workshops are free to attend and open to everyone. No registration is necessary. Just log into the workshop chatroom and join in.

I still need a couple of moderators to help out. If you can share an hour or two to help moderate these workshops please email me. Please indicate in the email which workshops/times you will be available.

Your book in the PROMO DAY bookstore

2010-03-16T20:19:00.001+01:00

That's right, this year you can have your books featured in the onsite bookstore. PROMO DAY is visited by thousands of people from the writing industry including many avid readers looking for new reads. What better place to showcase your book...

For the small fee of just €5,00 per book, payable using the paypal button on the homepage of the website, your book will be listed in the onsite bookstore.

Once you're payment has been made please email me the details of the book you'd like listed (amazon link is possible).

Simple, cheap and a great way to gain visibility for your book.

Workshop Presenter: Sandy Lender

2010-03-15T09:04:00.002+01:00

Workshop: Online Book Tours

4pm-5pm CET

Presenter: Sandy Lender

Workshop outline:

There’s nothing virtual about it. Your successful online book tour takes research and planning. Whether you hire a company to help you or you go it alone, touring the Blogosphere in hopes of widening your marketplace, gaining new audience, selling more books, networking, or any of the other marketing strategies to be discussed in this seminar requires careful planning. Sandy Lender has succeeded where others have struggled and can offer you real-world advice to make your decisions easier and wiser. Come on in to chat about Online Book Tours from 4 to 5 p.m. Central European Time, 10 to 11 a.m. Eastern Daylight Savings Time.

Bio:

Sandy Lender, Online Marketing

Fantasy enthusiasts will recognize Sandy Lender as the author of the novels Choices Meant for Gods and Choices Meant for Kings and a leader of workshops on world-building, characterization, and e-marketing. Her 4-year degree in English and 18-year career in magazine publishing augment her book publishing experience for a variety of presentations, including blogging, troll extermination, and how to get your name all over the Internet—in a good way.

But that’s only part of the story. Sandy is also a sea turtle conservationist, serving in the Lee County group Turtle Time since 2005. It takes one ring on her cell phone to discover she’s remained obsessed with Duran Duran since about 1984. She got rid of an unnecessary husband and beat cancer in 2008. She learned dragon whispering during the 1990s and can be called on to lull these creatures into a catatonic state when necessary. Finally, she remains unaddicted but “strongly attracted” to all forms of chocolate. If you need more information about her, you can find her all over the Internet with sites like FiledBy, Goodreads, facebook, AuthorIsland, Twitter, Blogger, AuthorsDen, LinkedIn and her own Web site, AuthorSandyLender.com.

Books by Sandy Lender:

Workshop Presenter: Karina Fabian

2010-03-10T22:46:00.000+01:00

Workshop title: Promotional Must-Haves and Nice-to-Gets

Presenter: Karina Fabian

Workshop outline:

Promotional Must-Haves and Nice-to-Gets will cover the primary book promotional materials, the pros and cons of each, and how to create them easily and inexpensively. Some of the items we’ll cover:

--Press releases

--information sheets

--video book trailers

--bookmarks, business cards, and other “paper products”

Bio:

Karina Fabian is an award-winning novelist of science fiction and fantasy, and a marketing mentor who focuses on giving authors a quick kick (thought classes and tasks) to get them started in their own marketing. Her writing spans the spectrum from thought-provoking science fiction that explores the future of the Catholic Faith to humorous horror about the antics of a zombie exterminator—and of course, her favorite fantasy realm, where a dragon plays detective in the non-Magical world—finding lost treasure, catching the baddies and saving the world on an all-too regular basis. As a small-press author, she’s done most of her own marketing, and he success caused one of her publishers to ask her to help other authors. Now, she publishes a newsletter and holds classes through her business, Kickstart Marketing. In addition, she co-coordinates the Catholic Writers Conferences (online and live) and presents at other conferences. If that weren’t enough to keep her busy, she also has four children with her husband, Colonel Robert Fabian.

Websites:

Kickstart Marketing: http://karinafabian.com/index.php?name=Content&pid=24 for more about her newsletter and programs

Fabianspace: www.fabianspace.com for more about Karina and her books

DragonEye, PI: www.dragoneyepi.net for a look into the world where men are men, Faerie are Fae, and clichés twist in unexpected ways.

Purchase links:

Magic, Mensa and Mayhem: http://www.swimmingkangaroo.com/mensa.html

Sponsor: Pump Up Your Book Promotion

2010-03-08T10:00:00.005+01:00

This years event is sponsored by Pump Up Your Book Promotion.

www.pumpupyourbook.com

www.twitter.com/pumpupyourbook

Pump Up Your Book is a public relations firm that will give your book the best online distribution that money can buy. In fact, it’s the only known PR service of its kind because it concentrates on those millions of people who buy books online every day and knows how to reach them. We feel very strongly that this is the new age of promotion and our products and services meets the needs of authors who wish for optimum online presence. We believe it’s time authors realize the potential of effective and powerful online book marketing.

Online book selling is not the wave of the future. The future is NOW.

Promotional trailer for Pump Up Your Book Promotion, an innovative public relations agency specializing in online book promotion and virtual book tours for the published author.

Workshop Presenter: Linda Ballou

2010-03-06T18:34:00.002+01:00

Workshop: "How To Make Travel Writing Work For You"

Ever dream of getting great trips for free?

Adventure Travel Writer, Linda Ballou, invites you to learn more about "How To Make Travel Writing Work For You"

Bio:

A love triangle of extremes has proven to be a solid base for my writing. From my roots in Alaska I receive strength, solitude, centeredness and respect for the awful power of nature. My short story Raindrop People and numerous adventure articles including my most recent “Raven Brings the Sun” about my float down the Tatshenshini River take place in my homeland. In Hawaii I found nurturing, a spiritual awakening, sensuality, peace and my heroine for my historical fiction, Wai-nani—High Chiefess of Hawaii. In proud California I obtained a degree in English Literature from Northridge University and a doctorate in urban savvy. I continue to enjoy opportunities here for intellectual stimulation, exciting contacts and friends. It makes a great base for exploits that I will share in my travel collection Lost Angel Walkabout. www.LindaBallouAuthor.com

Wai-nani, High Chiefess of Hawaii; Her Epic Journey

Through the eyes of high chiefess, Wai-nani, experience the Hawaiian society as it existed when Captain James Cook arrived at Kealakekua Bay in 1779; ride the billowing seas with Eku, the wild dolphin she befriends; learn why she loved the ruthless, conflicted ruler, Makaha; walk with her as she defies ancient laws and harsh taboos of the Island people; share the love she received from all who knew her and learn how she rose to become the most powerful woman in old Hawai’i.

www.LindaBallouAuthor.com

ISBN10:1-932993-88-6

ISBN13: 978-1-932993-88-2

Star PublishLLC.com

Cover Art Design: TC McMullen

Workshop presenter: Reno Lovison

2010-03-05T18:09:00.000+01:00

Workshop: The Facts About Video Book Trailers

Reno Lovison will answer these questions related to video book trailers for both fiction and non-fiction books.

Video Book Trailers . . .

What are they?

Do I need one?

Are they effective?

What will it do for me?

What do I do with it?

Where should it be displayed?

Should I put it on YouTube?

How long should it be?

Can I make one myself?

Do I need a video camera?

Should I hire someone to do it?

Is it expensive?

What about graphics, voice-over, music, actors?

Should I talk about myself?

Bio:

Reno Lovison provides marketing services for growing businesses. He has produced hundreds of web videos

designed to achieve various business objectives including sales, training and branding. Book video trailers for

authors and publishers displayed at AuthorsBroadCast.com are his specialty. Reno is also the author of

"Turn Your Business Card Into Business" a book about the importance of effective face-to-face networking.

Links

www.authorsbroadcast.com

www.businesscardtobusiness.com

www.renoweb.net

Meet the moderators

2010-03-04T20:44:00.000+01:00

This years workshops will be moderated by:

Penny Lockwood Ehrenkranz has published more than 75 articles, 50 stories, two e-books, a chapbook, and her stories have been included in two anthologies. She writes for both adults and children. Her fiction has appeared in numerous genre and children's publications and non-fiction work has appeared in a variety of writing, parenting, and young adult print magazines and on line publications. Her writing blog is available at http://pennylockwoodehrenkranz.blogspot.com/ Her web site is at http://www.pennylockwoodehrenkranz.yolasite.com

Jay Miller I am a Grandpa. I write children stories. I’ve been married to my beautiful wife for thirty two years. We have seven children and thirteen grandchildren. I am a retired Engineer. I am presently writing a five story compilation novel called "All God’s Critters".(Not yet published)

Story # 1 of the novel, called “Wilbur,” has been written into a full feature animated screenplay available for film. http://wilburthescreenplay.webs.com/

Another story called, “Anoka Meadows,” has also been written into a full feature animated screenplay available for film. http://anokameadows.webs.com/

Another story called, “Martron,” has also been written into a short feature animated screenplay available for film. http://beta.circalit.com/screenplays/?s=Children%20Animation

A story, not for children, called, “Cowpoke Trail,” was also written into a full feature, non-animated screenplay available for film. http://cowpoketrail.webs.com

All above screenplays are WGA Registered.

My three children’s book covers and trailers can be viewed and purchased with easy buy buttons which take you to your favorite bookstore. Click my website below.

http://www.mybingobooks.com

Tannia E. Ortiz-Lopés author of The Window To My Soul; My Walk with Jesus (2004 Tate Publishing) and El Espejo de mi Alma (Pleasant Word- pending release date). She was born in Guayama, Puerto Rico and since July 2004 lives in Germany with her husband and two sons. She is a writer by profession, a mother by choice, and a wife by the covenant of marriage. On May 1983 she graduated with honour and obtained an Associated Degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Puerto Rico, Ponce Campus (CUTPO). On December 1988 she obtained a Bachelor Degree in Secretarial Sciences from the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus (R.U.M.).
Publisher of the Christian site, Time with Tannia, where she monthly publishes an author's interview. On the Coffee Table the reader could read the author's book(s) blurb and/or review. Also there visitors could read her other book reviews. http://timewithtannia.tripod.com/
Book reviewer for Catholic Fiction.Net www.catholicfiction.net and Thomas Nelson's Book Bloggers.

Workshop line up

2010-02-26T10:25:00.000+01:00

Here's the list of workshops and presenters for this years event:

Joyce Anthony- Blogging
Lillian Cauldwell- interviews and blogtalkradio
Sandy Lender- Virtual Tours
Janet Elaine Smith- Turning work into fun (marketing)
Carolyn Howard Johnson- Queries
Karina Fabian- Making promotional materials
Reno Lovison- Video book trailers
Lea Schizas- TBC
Jo Linsdell- Social media

Moderators who will be helping out are:

Penny Ehrenkrantz
Jay Miller
Tannia Ortiz Lopez

Times to be confirmed.

Calling all publishers

2010-02-25T10:11:00.000+01:00

Publishers are invited to take part in PROMO DAY both to promote their services and signed authors but also to network with other authors to maybe sign a new talent to their label.

There will be a special section in the forums dedicated to Publishing companies to give them space to post their submission guidelines, information about what they offer and answer questions from authors looking for a publishers for their manuscript.

Any Publishers wanting extra information or with questions about being involved can contact me by email.

Show off your writing talents

2010-02-24T15:59:00.000+01:00

Get your writing samples ready! There will be a special section on the forums during this years PROMO DAY where you can post a sample of your writing. As the event will be attended by publishers, editors and representatives from content websites, this is your chance to show off your talents and hopefully find some new writing assignments. It could also mean more sales for your books, as the sample could be a sneak peak from your latest release. It's up to you.

As with all material posted to the site, all genres are welcome but should bear in mind that the event is open to everyone and therefore out of respect, please keep them 'clean'.

The length, again, is up to you. I suggest not making the sample too long however as you will need to post it to the forum and with everything going on during the day people may not have hours to concentrate on your sample alone.

As the idea is to create interest in your work please remember to post a byline or weblink so people can contact you.

Samples can only be posted during the event on Saturday 15th May. Any posts to the forums prior to the event will be deleted.

By preparing your sample in advance you can make sure you put your best foot, or in this case words, forward.

Video trailers

2010-02-23T14:27:00.000+01:00

Now's the time to prepare your book video trailers and submit them for posting to the PROMO DAY website.

Although all genres of books are accepted I ask that video's are 'clean' as the event is open to all ages and would prefer not to have any 'upset' visitors.

To have your video trailer featured on site during the event just send the embed code by email to promoday@ymail.com with 'video trailer' in the subject line.

Deadline for submissions 1st April 2010.

Workshop Presenter: Carolyn Howard Johnson

2010-02-17T20:32:00.001+01:00

Workshop: Queries
Time: 7pm Central European Time (see http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html for time conversions).

Workshop outline:

Let's get together for an hour and learn to avoid the kinds of things authors put in their query letters that tick agents off--right from the mouths of agents themselves. This workshop will help you shop your book successfully, but it will also help you get publicity for it once it's published. It also includes a great handout that includes sample query letters and permission to use the contents on your blog (properly credited :-)

The presenter:

Presenter bio:

Carolyn Howard-Johnson is the author of the multi award-winning HowToDoItFrugally series of books for writers including The Frugal Book Promoter, The Frugal Editor, The Great First Impression Book Proposal: Everything You Need To Know To Sell Your Book in 20 Minutes or Less. and her new Great Little Last-Minute Editing Tips for Writers: The Ultimate Frugal Booklet for Avoiding Word Trippers and Crafting Gatekeeper-Perfect Copy, part of a new series of carry-it-with you mini books at a frugal price of $6.95. Learn more about her at www.howtodoitfrugally.com.

Links:

The Frugal Book Promoter http://www.budurl.com/FrugalBkPromo

The Frugal Editor http://budurl.com/TheFrugalEditor

The Great First Impression Book Proposal

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000YG6O5U/

Love LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynhowardjohnson

Squidooing at: http://www.squidoo.com/HowToDoItFrugallyforAuthors

My iFOGO Page:http://www.ifogo.com/BRZ_AG/members/chjohnson.html

Twittering at: http://www.twitter.com/frugalbookpromo

At Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/carolynhowardjohnson

Blogs for Writers:http://www.SharingWithWriters.blogspot.com ,

http://TheNewBookReview.blogspot.com ,

http://www.SizzlingBookFairBooths.blogspot.com ,

http://www.TheFrugalEditor.blogspot.com

Now blogging on War. Peace. Tolerance and Our Soldiers at:

http://warpeacetolerance.blogspot.com

Count down widget

2010-02-16T16:58:00.003+01:00

There is a system error on the count down widget at the moment but if you would like to add it to your site or blog please email promoday@ymail.com for the html code for it.

Get this widget!

Have your book featured in the Bookstore

2010-02-16T10:00:00.000+01:00

That's right, you can have your book or books featured in the onsite bookstore on the PROMO DAY website.

All crew members get one book included free of charge as a thank you for their time and contributions.

If you're not a crew member you can still have your books featured for a small fee of just €5,00 per book.

To take advantage of this offer, please email your book details (amazon link where available) to promoday@ymail.com with 'bookstore' in the subject line. Payments can be made using the paypal button on site.

Workshop Presenter: Joyce Anthony

2010-02-06T17:40:00.002+01:00

Joyce Anthony will be joining us this year to present a workshop on blogging.

Does your blog get across what you want it to? Is it being used as your greatest promotional tool and online picture of who you are? If you answer "no" or "I don't know" to these questions, let me get you started on the path of blogging for fun and recognition!

BIO: Joyce A. Anthony combines the myriad of roles in her life to create works that cause readers to question who they are and how they relate to the world. Her biggest goal in life is to challenge others to be the best they can in whatever they do.

Buy a Copy of her book STORM

Workshop presenters needed

2010-02-02T18:21:00.003+01:00

Are you an expert in blogging? marketing? social media? queries? virtual tours? creating websites? writing reviews? preparing for author events? or any other topic that might be of interest to the attendees of PROMO DAY?

If the answer is yes, then I need YOU!

I'm looking to find at least 10 presenters for the LIVE workshops to take place in this years PROMO DAY on Saturday 15th May.

Workshops will be a LIVE written chat in the on site chatroom and each one will last one hour. Presenters should allow time for a question and answer session. Each workshop will have a moderator to help keep track of questions order and time remaining.

As a workshop presenter you become part of the official PROMO DAY Crew and get one book included in the on site bookstore free of charge, promotion on this blog, listing on the PROMO DAY website and mention in promotional materials for the event.

Please email me at promoday@ymail.com with a brief description of the topic you would like to present.

Sponsor PROMO DAY

2010-01-21T18:57:00.003+01:00

Yes that's right you can sponsor PROMO DAY!

For a small contribution you can become official sponsor for the 2010 event.

What do you get?
- Banner on site
- Feature on this blog
- Logo on promotional material for the event
- A book in the onsite bookstore
- Special section on forums during the event to promote and network with potential clients/customers

Who can be a sponsor?
Last years sponsor was author and travel writer Linda Ballou. This years could be another author, a freelance writer, a website for writers, a virtual assistant, a publishing company...basically anyone with products or services to offer.

How do you become a sponsor?
Easy, just email promoday@ymail.com with sponsor in the subject line, expressing your interest and we'll go from there.

I look forward to hearing from you soon

The return of PROMO DAY

2010-01-04T15:10:00.003+01:00

As announced back in August 2009, PROMO DAY 2010 will take place on Saturday 15th May. To be kept up to date with all information regarding the event you can subscribe to this blog or sign up for the mailing list at the PROMO DAY website http://jolinsdell.tripod.com/promoday

2010 will see a few changes to the event to allow more interaction on an international level. One of these is the introduction of forums in place of the PROMO DAY chatroom. Everyone will be able to post to the forums throughout the day, meaning that people can pop in and out and still keep up with the various conversations and opportunities presented during the event. There will also be special sections for publishers, editors etc...More information about this to follow.

The workshops will remain as LIVE chats and be held in the chatroom on site as in previous events.

As always PROMO DAY will be FREE to attend and open to all.

If you are interested in sponsoring this years event please email promoday@ymail.com for more details. The cost is minimal. Exposure big. A sponsor may be an individual author/writer (as in last years event- Linda Ballou) or a company.

All 'crew' members (sponsors, workshop hosts, moderators) get their book in the onsite bookstore free of charge. If you would like to have your book placed in the bookstore but do not take part in the 'crew' this year, you can for a small charge. Please email for more details.

And the count down begins

2009-08-08T17:49:00.002+02:00

Get this widget!

PROMO DAY 2010 will be held on Saturday 15th May.

Please feel free to post this count down widget to your sites as a reminder to both yourself and your readers.

PROMO DAY 2009 a huge success

2009-05-12T11:44:00.002+02:00

With 1364 visitors during the event, PROMO DAY 2009 was a huge success.

Thanks goes to all the workshop presenters and moderators for their hard work. The workshops were a great source of information and fun to take part in.

A special thanks goes to Molly Swodoba for stepping in at the last minute to present about blogging. She ticked off the workshops in style, giving valuable information in a professional but fun manner.

I would also like to say a special thanks Tannia Ortiz Lopez and Elysabeth Eldering for their additional help moderating the workshops.

Join the mailing list to be kept up to date regarding future events.

PROMO DAY tomorrow!

2009-05-08T19:17:00.000+02:00

PROMO DAY 2009 takes place tomorrow at http://jolinsdell.tripod.com/promoday

Remember it's FREE to attend and no registration is necessary. All you have to do is go to the site and join in the fun.

FREE online workshops start at 14:00 CET and cover a variety of great topics. Each one lasts one hour. Just log into the workshop chatroom when the workshop is due to start.

The PROMO chatroom will be open all day. Feel free to log in and join in the action. You can promote your writing, services, books etc..., network with others from the industry and chat with avid readers. Share your tips and advice. Give feedback on the video trailers and samples posted to the site.

All that promoting and information overwhelming you? Then go to the take a break page and play around.

The downloads section will be full of great files available to be downloaded FREE of charge. Get your copies so you can refer to them later. They're pakced full of fantastic tips and advice!

BE PART OF THE ACTION, BE PART OF PROMO DAY!

Moderator: Dawn Menge

2009-05-05T18:13:00.000+02:00

Dawn Menge will be moderating the 18:00 and 21:00 workshops

Dawn Menge has a Masters Degree and clear credential in Special Education. She has worked with the severely handicapped population for eleven years. She is currently working towards her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction. She combines imagination with practical skills to make learning fun. Dawn used her experiences within her life to create Queen Vernita's characters and her kingdom. Queen Vernita's Visitors is a story that is woven around Dawn's friends and family.

http://outskirtspress.com/webpage.php?ISBN=9781598007145

Moderator: Jay Miller

2009-05-04T18:02:00.000+02:00

Jay Miller will be moderating the 22:00 and 23:00 CET workshops

Jay Miller is an inspirational writer of children literature. Currently, his 3 books, “Bingo the Banjo Picking Bear”, “Sal and Sally”, and “Opal, Herby and Squeaky” from the *All God’s Critters Series* are producing rave comments and 5-star official reviews from all his fans and followers.

Being a grandpa, with a heart of gold and unlimited determination, Jay is on a mission to spread God’s word in an enjoyable way to young children. Through the articulate illustrations and inspirational words from each page, Jay cannot help but smile knowing that Ten percent of all his royalties go to the Grace for Children Foundation Inc. to support needy children as he is the founder of the newly formed “Rock the Babies” Foundation.

To learn more about Jay Miller, please view his site at: http://www.mybingobooks.com, where you will be able to read author interviews, official book reviews, story summaries, and view videos on each told tale.

Moderator: Molly Swoboda

2009-05-01T14:32:00.000+02:00

Molly Swoboda will be moderating the 17:00 workshop.

Bio:
Jo said, "Give me a bio." Well, okay, but publishing "The Diary Of A Mad Cartoon Woman" is more history than bio. Almost 60 years of bouncing around in this fleshy system wrecked total havoc on my sanity, so I took up the ol' whisk broom and not-so-calmly dispensed with what was left of it. I was meant to be a cartoon. It's my right to self-actualization, thank you. Yes. I channel dead serial killers among other colorful souls on the flip side of the veil. Yes. I have a staff comprised totally of furred, feathered, and armored skinned folks. Yes. I write about compulsions, diversions, excursions, and magic. High roads and low. Paths less traveled. Abysses to avoid and great planks to walk. I don't expect my Dear Readers to be quiet, passive, lame, or polite. Lemme take you to your passions, stir 'em up a little, and you throw 'em back my way for more. Go ahead. Make my day.... http://cartoonwoman.blogspot.com

Moderator: Tannia E Ortiz-Lopés

2009-04-30T13:59:00.001+02:00

Tannia E. Ortiz-Lopés will be moderating the 15:00 CET and 16:00 CET workshops

BIO:
Tannia E. Ortiz-Lopés is a writer by profession, a mother by choice, and a wife by the covenant of marriage. She was born in Guayama, Puerto Rico and currently lives in Germany with her husband and two sons. On 2004, she published her first free-style inspirational poetry book, The Window to my soul, My Walk with Jesus (Tate Publishing) under the pen name of Mary Magdalene. In March 2006, the book was voted “Best Poetry Book” by www.christianstoryteller.com The book could be purchased directly from the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com and at all major online stores.

Visit the author at: www.myspace.com/tanniaortizlopes, and http://timewithtannia.tripod.com/

Moderator: Frances Shani Parker

2009-04-29T14:02:00.001+02:00

Frances Shani Parker will be moderating the 14:00 CET workshop.

Bio:

Frances Shani Parker is an award-winning writer, consultant, and former school principal. A hospice volunteer for many years, she is author of nationally endorsed “Becoming Dead Right: A Hospice Volunteer in Urban Nursing Homes.” With stories, poems, and general information, she presents a captivating account of her hospice volunteer experiences in Detroit nursing homes and her insights on healthcare, caregiving, death, and bereavement. Her website is www.francesshaniparker.com.

Website Link: http://www.francesshaniparker.com/

Blog Link: http://hospiceandnursinghomes.blogspot.com/

Sponsor - Linda Ballou

2009-04-28T13:57:00.000+02:00

This years event is Sponsored by author and travel writer Linda Ballou.

Bio:

A love triangle of extremes has proven to be a solid base for my writing. From my roots in Alaska I receive strength, solitude, centeredness and respect for the awful power of nature. My short story Raindrop People and numerous adventure articles including my most recent “Raven Brings the Sun” about my float down the Tatshenshini River take place in my homeland. In Hawaii I found nurturing, a spiritual awakening, sensuality, peace and my heroine for my historical fiction, Wai-nani—High Chiefess of Hawaii. In proud California I obtained a degree in English Literature from Northridge University and a doctorate in urban savvy. I continue to enjoy opportunities here for intellectual stimulation, exciting contacts and friends. It makes a great base for exploits that I will share in my travel collection Lost Angel Walkabout. www.LindaBallouAuthor.com

Wai-nani, High Chiefess of Hawaii; Her Epic Journey

Through the eyes of high chiefess, Wai-nani, experience the Hawaiian society as it existed when Captain James Cook arrived at Kealakekua Bay in 1779; ride the billowing seas with Eku, the wild dolphin she befriends; learn why she loved the ruthless, conflicted ruler, Makaha; walk with her as she defies ancient laws and harsh taboos of the Island people; share the love she received from all who knew her and learn how she rose to become the most powerful woman in old Hawai’i.

www.LindaBallouAuthor.com

ISBN10:1-932993-88-6

ISBN13: 978-1-932993-88-2

Star PublishLLC.com

Cover Art Design: TC McMullen

Ever dream of getting great trips for free?
Adventure Travel Writer, Linda Ballou, invites you to
www.LindaBallouAuthor.com for a free download
"How To Make Travel Writing Work For You"

Workshops and moderators

2009-04-27T13:52:00.000+02:00

Workshops taking place during PROMO DAY 2009:

Times are shown in Central European Time.

14:00 Lael Johnson - Blogging and Journaling. Moderator Frances Shani Parker
15:00 John Evans - The Age of Networking: Tips and Tricks to Survive in Today's information Age. Moderator Tannia Ortiz Lopez
16:00 Karina Fabian - Marketing for Beginners. Moderator Tannia Ortiz Lopez
17:00 John Desjarlais - Finding an Agent. Moderator Molly Swoboda
18:00 Carolyn Howard Johnson - Query Letters as Promotion: Let's Make Them Picture Perfect! Moderator Dawn Menge
19:00 Elysabeth Eldering- Hosting Authors on Virtual Book Tours. Moderator Jo Linsdell
20:00 Joyce Anthony - Promoting with Twitter. Moderator Jo Linsdell
21:00 Ron Berry - Character websites. Moderator Dawn Menge
22:00 Devon Ellington - Creating and maintaining a successful writer's blog. Moderator Jay Miller
23:00 Carol Denbow - Technical Aspects. Moderator Jay Miller

On site Bookstore

2009-04-24T13:47:00.002+02:00

On the PROMO DAY site you will find an on site Bookstore featuring a variety of books by the PROMO DAY crew.

The bookstore lists books by the PROMO DAY workshop presenters, moderators, sponsor and organiser.

From Saturday 9th May you will also be able to purchase your copy of the official PROMO DAY book here.

Drop by the bookstore and take a look.

Samples Page

2009-04-17T14:08:00.000+02:00

Samples Page- Your chance to show off you writing skills and maybe catch a new paying assignment or book deal whilst your at it!

Send a sample of your writing (can be an article, a poem, a chapter from your book, etc...) in word or pdf format to promoday@ymail.com before 20th April 2009. Please make sure you include copyright information.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to show the world your talents!

WH- Lael Johnson

2009-04-16T14:01:00.002+02:00

Workshop Title: Blogging and Journaling
Time: 14:00 CET

Bio:
Lael Johnson is the owner of Writer's Eye Advisory Service and Creations Beadwork. She has a varied background in history, marketing management, psychology, community service and facilities management. She is also a trained creativity coach, writer and beader. She believes in celebrating creativity wherever she discovers it. She helps women identify and develop their creative skills.including to learn new creative skills each year.
For more information visit: writerseye.com you may email her at: journallady2001@yahoo.com

Ten Fun Journal Writing Techniques
http://www.writerseye.com/10fun
Your colorful and fun journal writing guide!

WH- John Evans

2009-04-15T21:23:00.001+02:00

Workshop Title: The Age of Networking: Tips and Tricks to Survive in Today's Information Age

Time: 15:00 CET

Bio: Author John Evans was born in 1985 in the small town of Tooele, Utah. From there he spent much of his life moving from place to place, often not staying in one location for more than a few months. Evans has gone on to write one novel, and several short stories. His most recent project includes a second novel entitled “The Ascension”, and serves as a sequel to “The Fallen”, his first published novel. Evans currently resides in Hilo, Hawaii where he attends college pursuing a degree in Information Technology.

Outline:

• Opening Remarks

• What is Social Networking?

• Brief History on How Social Networking was Started

• Why is Social Networking important?

• How does Social Networking help Promote an Author’s Work?

• FREE Promotional Tools for Social Networking

• Designing the “Perfect” Profile

• Building Your Fanbase

• Concluding Remarks

• Open Q&A

WH- Karina Fabian

2009-04-12T18:57:00.000+02:00

Workshop Title:Marketing for Beginners
Time:16:00 CET

Workshop outline:
In "Marketing Basics," Karina will offer advice for seeking and reaching your target audience and getting them interested in your book—and you. We'll explore the things every author should do and ways to make your efforts more effective. This will be mainly a Q&A session on the basic steps of promoting, so bring your questions.

General Websites

www.fabianspace.com, where you'll find info about her, her writing and her eclectic writing/homeschooling/humor/just-gotta-say-it blog
www.dragoneyepi.net, where you can learn more about the fantasy noir dragon detective Vern, his partner Sister Grace, and the world of Dragon Eye, PI.
www.virtualbooktourdenet.blogspot.com, where she'll gladly advertise your book if you'll return the favor to someone else
Anthology Websites:
www.isigsf.com: Infinite Space, Infinite God--thought-provoking science fiction with a Catholic Twist
www.leapsoffaithsf.com: Leaps of Faith--Christian sci-fi because God and Science Do Co-Exist
www.firestormofdragons.com: Firestorm of Dragons--dragons as you've never seen them before.

Bio:
After having been a straight-A student, Karina Fabian has made a career of Fs: Family, Faith, Fiction and Fun.

Karina's writing career began with writing about parenting issues, the Catholic faith, and artists and community leaders. She's written for over 50 publications, including newspapers, magazines of all sizes and radio.

She doesn't just write about family, but with her family. She wrote three craft books for a EcceHomo Press by using her kids to test, create and model the crafts. She and her husband, Robert, write science fiction stories while on dates.

In 2005, she turned her attention totally to fiction. With Rob, she has edited the Christian SF anthology, Leaps of Faith, (coming 2008) and Infinite Space, Infinite God, an award-winning SF anthology with Catholic themes (2007 twilight Times Books)

Her latest fantasy adventure, DragonEye, PI, features a down-and-out dragon working off a geas by the Faerie St. George. Vern d'Wyvern (yes, it's an embarrassing name for a dragon) is partnered by Sister Grace, a Mage for the Faerie Catholic Church. Together they solve crimes magical and Mundane and save the universes on an all-too-regular basis. DragonEye, PI, stories appear in magazines and on the Internet, and its first book, "Magic, Mensa and Mayhem" comes out from Swimming Kangaroo in early 2009.

In addition to juggling the stories from at least three different universes, Karina is President of the Catholic Writers' Guild, owner of Catholic Writers Online, and active in a half-dozen or more groups. She also teaches writing seminars on-line. With four kids, five pets and a very understanding husband who is an officer in the Air Force, she tends to sleep in her "spare" time.

WH- Carol Denbow

2009-04-11T18:11:00.000+02:00

BIO:

Carol Denbow is the author of 5 non-fiction books and co-contributer to another as well as the editor of 9 writers Websites. Carol loves to write and share information with other writers and published authors. In addition, she is a retired business owner, farmer, mom of two, and step-mom of two additional grown kids.
Carol's books include:

A Book Inside, How to Write, Publish, and Sell Your Story (2008)
Stress Relief for the Working Stiff (2008)
Are You Ready to Be Your Own Boss? (2006)
How to Organize a Virtual Book Tour (ebook 2008)
and coming this spring, 100 Ways to Market Your Book for Free (or really cheap)

Workshop Title: Technical Aspects
Time: 23:00 CET

WH- Joyce Anthony

2009-04-10T21:12:00.001+02:00

Bio:

Joyce A. Anthony is a Pennsylvania-born writer who shares her home with a teenaged son and mini-zoo. Writing is just one of her many passions. Others include her work as an advocate for animal rights and work in the field of both Asperger's and bipolar disorder.

Visit http://joyceanthony.tripod.com/ for more information on Storm. Meet the characters and read the reviews.

Synopsis of Storm:

What do a prostitute, an abused child, a disillusioned minister, a Vietnam Vet and a homosexual have in common? These and many others find their lives changed when they meet Storm and his companion, an amethyst-eyed dog named Maggie. As you follow Storm on his journey to discover his true identity, you will meet many of society's forgotten people. You will laugh, cry and get angry-whatever the emotion, you will feel deeply. When Storm realizes who he is and why he is here, the world is completely changed and not one soul remains untouched. Upon closing the covers of this book, you will see the world around you in a far different light and find yourself wondering--Is it really fiction?

What they are saying:

"it is the greatest true story ever retold before it comes true. Plan on a few hours of uninterrupted trance-like reading, you won't want to do anything else except keep turning the pages once you've started. Get ready to examine yourself, our society, and our world as it relates to its creator. There are many sad truths in this book. But in the end, the truth will set you free.

Contact a book store near you

ISBN 13 9781932993745

Amazon link: http://www.storm.2freedom.com/

Workshop Details

Topic: Promoting with Twitter
Time: 8pm CET

The workshop will cover:
*What is Twitter and why you want to sign up
*How to effectively gain followers
*How to best network/promote with Twitter
*Useful tools
*Questions/answer session

WH- Elysabeth Eldering

2009-04-09T18:45:00.001+02:00

Bio:

With a childhood spent traveling the globe, it's no wonder that writer Elysabeth Eldering has a passion for geography! Growing up in a military family, Elysabeth lived in Japan, Germany, New York, Kentucky, and Texas before her family finally settled in a small town in South Carolina. Elysabeth, who lives in Honea Path, SC, has put her globetrotting skills to work in the Junior Geography Detective Squad's 50-state, mystery, trivia series.

Published by 4RV Publishing, the series made its debut in summer 2008 with State of Wilderness. The Junior Geography Detective Squad will continue to put their mystery-solving talents to work in each state to challenge young readers on their knowledge of the nation's geography and interesting facts. State of Quarries is next in the line-up.

The mother of three - an adult son and a teen-aged son and daughter - juggles a schedule that includes volunteering with her children's school activities, including the marching band and band competitions. An avid pet lover, Elysabeth is caretaker for the family's three dogs. She's active in the Greenville chapters of Sisters in Crime and the SC Writers Workshop and has judged entries for the Derringers Awards competition.

Elysabeth entered her first writing contest on a dare from a friend. Since then, the prize-winning writer has received awards from Armchair Interviews and Echelon Press. Her most recent story, “Bride and Seek,” was published in the SC Writers Workshop anthology The Petigru Review and is available on www.amazon.com. She has an article on editing and self publishing, also with Armchair Interviews.

To learn more about the Junior Geography Detective Squad, visit http://jgdsseries.blogspot.com and http://junior-geography-detective-squad.weebly.com/

Special orders (for schools and homeschoolers) should contact either the author or publisher with subject line: Special orders - JGDS series
Contact the author at eeldering@gmail.com
Contact the publisher at president@4rvpublishingllc.com

OUTLINE FOR PRESENTATION OF VIRTUAL BOOK TOURS:

Title: Hosting Authors on Virtual Book Tours:

- Embarking on your Virtual Book Tour - how to find hosts and who makes the best hosts
- What is required from touring author
(the guest blogger has the hardest job but can make virtual book tours a success if they prepare in advance)
- What is expected from host
(hosts have it easy but also need to be active participants in promoting the guest blogger)
- How to ensure a successful blog tour
(hosts and guests working together can make sure that the whole networking idea comes together)
- Wrapping up
(keeping everyone informed of the whole tour and enticing readers to follow you on future tours)

This workshop will take place at 19:00 CET

WH- Carolyn Howard Johnson

2009-04-08T18:14:00.002+02:00

Workshop Title: Query Letters as Promotion: Let's Make Them Picture Perfect!
Time: 18:00 CET

BIO:
Carolyn Howard-Johnson will be speaking on Query Letters as Promotion: Let's Make Them Picture-Perfect! on PromoDay at 9 am. Pacific Time. Her first novel, This Is the Place, won eight awards. Her second book, Harkening: A Collection of Stories Remembered, creative nonfiction, won three. Her chapbook of poetry Tracings, was named to the Compulsive Reader's Ten Best Reads list and was given the Military Writers' Society of America's Silver Award of Excellence. An instructor for UCLA Extension's world-renown Writers' Program, her book The Frugal Book Promoter: How to Do What Your Publisher Won't is recommended reading for her classes, and was named USA Book News' "Best Professional Book 2004." It is also an Irwin Award winner. Her second book in the How To Do It Frugally series is The Frugal Editor: Put Your Best Book Forward to Avoid Humiliation and Ensure Success is also a USA Book News award-winner as well as the winner of the Reader View's Literary Award in the publishing category. She is the recipient of both the California Legislature's Woman of the Year in Arts and Entertainment Award and the Glendale American Business Women's Association's Woman of the Year award. Her community's Character and Ethics Committee honored her for promoting tolerance with her writing. She was also named to Pasadena Weekly's list of 14 "San Gabriel Valley women who make life happen." She is a popular speaker and actor. Her website is www.HowToDoItFrugally.com. And, yes, she credits much of her publishing success with writing query letters that work!

WH- John Desjarlais

2009-04-06T19:08:00.000+02:00

John Desjarlais will be giving a workshop during PROMO DAY about Finding an Agent.

The workshop will cover:

Who needs an agent
Where to find (and how to read) agent listings
AAR and non-AAR agents
Fee-charging and non fee-charging agents
Writing the agent query
Meeting agents at conferences
Questions to ask an agent when you get an offer
What an agent will - and won't - do for you
Agents and promotion

Bio:

A former producer with Wisconsin Public Radio, John teaches journalism and English at Kishwaukee College in northern Illinois. His first novel, The Throne of Tara (Crossway 1990), was a Christianity Today Readers Choice Award nominee, and his second historical novel, Relics (Thomas Nelson 1993) was a Doubleday Book Club Selection. Bleeder (Sophia Institute Press, forthcoming August 2009) is his first mystery. His work has appeared in periodicals such as Student Leadership Journal, U Magazine, The Critic, On Being, Student Soul, Apocalypse, The Upper Room, The New Pantagruel, The Karitos Review and The Rockford Review. He took Honorable Mention in the 1997 Writers Digest Competition (essay), 2nd Place in Fiction in the 2004 Phidian Art Society of Illinois Contest and 1st Place in 2006. He holds an MA in Media from Columbia University and an MA in Writing from Illinois State University. A member of The Catholic Writers Guild, The Academy of American Poets and Mystery Writers of America, he is listed in Contemporary Authors, Who's Who in Entertainment, and Who's Who Among America's Teachers.

Workshops taking place during PROMO DAY 2009

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Workshops taking place during PROMO DAY 2009:

Times are shown in Central European Time.

14:00 Lael Johnson - Blogging and Journaling
15:00 John Evans - The Age of Networking: Tips and Tricks to Survive in Today's information Age
16:00 Karina Fabian - Marketing for Beginners
17:00 John Desjarlais - Finding an Agent
18:00 Carolyn Howard Johnson - Query Letters as Promotion: Let's Make Them Picture Perfect!
19:00 Elysabeth Eldering- Hosting Authors on Virtual Book Tours
20:00 Joyce Anthony - Promoting with Twitter
21:00 Ron Berry - Character websites
22:00 Devon Ellington - Creating and maintaining a successful writer's blog.
23:00 Carol Denbow - Technical Aspects
TBC Lea Schizas - What editors look for and how writers can spruce their writing

*TBC - Time to be confirmed

FAQ's

2009-03-25T20:10:00.000+01:00

What is PROMO DAY?
PROMO DAY is a FREE online international event for people in the writing industry. A whole day dedicated to promoting, networking and learning.

When is PROMO DAY?
This years event takes place on Saturday 9th May 2009.

Where does PROMO DAY take place?
http://jolinsdell.tripod.com/promoday

Who can take part in PROMO DAY?
Everyone! Avid readers, writers, authors, publishers, editors, graphic designers, virtual assistants etc… Anyone with an interest in books and writing, from anywhere in the world.

What features are available on site?
The site is packed full of opportunities for authors to promote their books. They can post a video trailer and writing sample and promote in the on site PROMO chatroom.

The sample page is also great for writers to show off their skills and maybe get a book deal or a paid writing assignment.

The useful links page is full great sites with information and resources for people in the writing industry.

The downloads page will be packed full of files containing useful information, tips and advice on a variety of subjects. These will be available for FREE download during the event.

A new feature for this year is the Radio and Podcasts page which features some great shows for writers.

Another fantastic new feature is the FREE on site workshops taking place during the event. They are presented by guest hosts who are experts from the industry and cover a variety of topics. This is a great way to learn more about the industry.

There is also an on site bookstore where people can purchase books written by the events, sponsor, workshops hosts and moderators.

The event takes place in CET time. How can I check the workshop times listed with other international times?
Simple, just go to the time difference page of the website and insert your time zone into the converter.

Review of PROMO DAY by Tannia E. Ortiz-Lopés

2009-03-24T19:33:00.000+01:00

Promo Day!, created by Jo Linsdell, is becoming one of the hottest spots for authors and writers from around the world to gather together for a day to talk about their latest projects, their books, and other topics of common interest. It is a day of camaraderie for all friends and an opportunity to meet new authors, too.

I have attended two Promo Day and I am looking forward to the next one. Promo Day 2006 provided the authors and visitors with the opportunity to sample some author’s writings. This new feature allowed us to take a look inside an author’s work and gave us the opportunity to give some feedback about the piece while chatting with the author.

I promoted PROMO DAY at several yahoo groups I belong to because I believe in the quality of work of Jo Linsdell.

Jo Linsdell is a young, brilliant, and dynamic author whose new and innovative ideas are helping to shape the way to promote new authors and give them an opportunity to be in the spotlight as new authors pursue ways of writing exposure, marketing, and networking.

Tannia E. Ortiz-Lopés is a writer by profession, a mother by choice, and a wife by the covenant of marriage. She was born in Guayama, Puerto Rico and currently lives in Germany with her husband and two sons. On 2004, she published her first free-style inspirational poetry book, The Window to my soul, My Walk with Jesus (Tate Publishing) under the pen name of Mary Magdalene. In March 2006, the book was voted “Best Poetry Book” by www.christianstoryteller.com The book could be purchased directly from the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com and at all major online stores.

Visit the author at: www.myspace.com/tanniaortizlopes, and http://timewithtannia.tripod.com/

Comments about past events

2009-03-23T19:27:00.002+01:00

Debra L. Butterfield
Web site URL: www.proofplus.biz
Comments: Really enjoyed Promo Day. It was great chatting with other authors and meeting new people. I look forward to your next Promo Day. Thanks!

Lea Schizas
Web site URL: http://leaschizaseditor.com
Comments: I had a blast today, Jo, and met some wonderful people. It's fun to learn about everyone's writing process and what their upcoming projects are. Thank you for hosting this and looking forward to the next one. Lea Schizas http://leaschizaseditor.com Award-winning Author/Editor

Grace Bridges
Web site URL: http://www.faithawakened.com
Comments: Great fun! I look forward to the next one

Name: James R. Tate
Web site URL: jamesrtate.com
Comments: Thanks for another resource for an aspiring author

Hal Manogue
Web site URL: http:halmanogue.blogspot.com/
Comments: Hi Jo, I enjoyed Promo day. Thanks for the opportunity to meet new friends. Hal

TANNIA E. ORTIZ-LOPES
Web site URL: www.myspace.com/tanniaortizlopes
Comments: Today I had an awesome time during Promo Day. I got to meet other writers, read about their work, check out their website, and shared our areas of expertise. The conversation were very cordial and professional. Definetely a must do again! I look forward to the next one. Jo, you did an extraordinary job. I pray God bless you with health and keep you doing what you enjoy doing... May the peace of Christ be always with you, from far away in Germany, TANNIA author of The window to my soul; My walk with Jesus Voted 2006 Best Poetry Book by www.christianstoryteller.com

Diane the other
Web site URL: None
Comments: Wonderful idea, Jo. More nervethan I've got to host a promo, but I mainly write reviews. LOL

Tammy Powley
Web site URL: http://www.tammypowley.com
Comments: Thanks for running Promo Day, Jo!

Elaine Cantrell
Web site URL: www.elainecantrell.com
Comments: I had a thoroughly enjoyable hour with you. Thanks for the opportunity.

Paul McDermott
Web site URL: www.bagheeraslair.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk
Comments: Great PROMO event, lots of new points of contact .... hope to be back frequently!

Susan Watkin
Web site URL: www.amorgos.freeserve.co.uk http://www.lulu.com/susanwatkin
Comments: Jo A great idea! I hope the promo day produced some new customers for us all. Thank you Susan

Master Blackwhip
Web site URL: http://100colpidifrusta.splinder.com/
Comments: Thanks to Jo for having given to me the chance to speak abount my book :) Jo, you have done a very good job. Great!

Sponsor - Linda Ballou - Book review

2009-03-20T20:07:00.000+01:00

Reviewed by Yolanda Renee
WAI-NANI -- HIGH CHIEFESS OF HAWAI’I HER EPIC JOURNEY
by Linda Ballou

WAI-NANI -- HIGH CHIEFESS OF HAWAI’I HER EPIC JOURNEY is a beautifully written epic about a strong independent woman. It is a history lesson written with care and heart about a remarkable people during an amazing time. The Queen Ka’ahumanu, the favorite wife of Kamehameha the Great, inspired Wai-nani’s character.

Linda has caught the beauty, mystery, and heart of the Hawaiian culture. I found this book both educational, and inspirational: a seductive journey through time and to a place of great majesty and history. A must read for all those who enjoy romance and history.

Sponsor - Linda Ballou - Book review

2009-03-19T19:59:00.003+01:00

Reviewed by Joyce Anthony - Author of Storm

Wai-Nani is like no other book I have ever read. Linda Ballou is a master of language, pulling the reader in and evoking emotions hidden deep within. Her imagery will tickle your senses, allowing you to feel the story more than merely reading.

Passionate and primal, Wai-Nani transports you to the early days of Hawaii, where warriors ruled and women were expected to know their place.

Wai-Nani refuses to be bound by the shackles of society and follows her heart--finding a destiny beyond her wildest dreams. Follow her--no, join her--on this incredible journey.

Go To http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/Books.html for autographed copies shipped FREE anywhere in the world. free! Available on Amazon.com BarnesandNoble.com Borders.com , or you can order it at your local book store

Samples Page - Have you submitted yours yet?

2009-03-16T19:05:00.000+01:00

If you would like to submit a sample of your writing (could be from one of your books or an article you've written) please send it to promoday@ymail.com with 'sample' in the subject line. Samples should be in word or PDF format. Please remember to include a copyright page.

Samples will be posted to the site during the first week of May 2009. This is to allow enough time for everyone to read them and therefore be able to give constructive feedback to the writers.

If you work as a freelance writer this is a great opportunity to show off your talent and maybe capture the interest of a magazine editor.

If it's a sample from your book this is a great opportunity to get readers attention and hook them on your story (leading to more book sales :)) or in the case of unpublished pieces, capture the interest of publisher and maybe get signed for that book deal...

Make sure you add a copyright page to your file. Although I would hope that everyone taking part in PROMO DAY is an honest individual, it's better safe than sorry ;)

Sponsor - Linda Ballou - Travel Writer

2009-03-13T19:02:00.000+01:00

Ever dream of getting great trips for free?
Adventure Travel Writer, Linda Ballou, invites you to
www.LindaBallouAuthor.com for a free download
"How To Make Travel Writing Work For You"

The Bookstore

2009-03-12T18:59:00.000+01:00

Visit the PROMO DAY Bookstore and check out the books now available by the workshops hosts, moderators and sponsors of this years event.

A wide selection of genres. Something for everyone.

Sponsor - Linda Ballou - Book review

2009-03-11T18:56:00.000+01:00

Wai-nani: Voice from Ancient Hawaii
www.LindaBallouAuthor.com
A review by Barbara Sharp Milbourn

Travel writer and photographer Linda Ballou delivers a generous slice of Hawaiian history with details of land and sea so vivid, it is almost better than being there.

Wai-nani: Voice from Ancient Hawaii is a meticulously researched account of the Hawaiian Islands around the time of Captain James Cook. The major theme of the novel is the dismantling of the social hierarchal system based on kapu (taboo) that had been brought to the Islands by the Tahitians years before. But what a story!
Meet Wai-nani whose character is based on Ka'ahumanu, favorite wife of Kamehameha the Great, unifier of the Hawaiian Islands around 1810. She is a young woman of royal descent so at home in the sea that she thinks of herself as half sea creature. Her comfort in the water is juxtaposed to her conflict on land, particularly her resistance to the kapu system. We accompany her as she leaves home and meets Makaha (Kamehameha) two hundred years ago when chiefs in feathered capes and tattooed warriors battled for island dominion, priests read the future in pig entrails, men and women ate in separate houses, and human sacrifices were commonplace. We know her and her people, and we connect to place through stunning details of mamo birds, koa trees, 'ie'ie flowers, and taro fields. We drink the bitter 'awa, trek up steep palis, peer into smoking volcanoes, and wave slide bearded monsters.
Much changed with the arrival of Captain Cook, the death of Kamehameha, and the pressure brought to bear on the system. But some things are eternal—love, the circle of life, and the grand and vibrant sea.
The author’s reverence for the land and its people inhabits her words. Linda Ballou is a new voice from ancient Hawaii.

Barbara Sharp Milbourn is a writer and editor living in Nashville.

Moderators needed

2009-03-10T18:52:00.002+01:00

I still need moderators to help out on Saturday 9th May 2009. If you can offer at least an hour of your time please email me at promoday@ymail.com with the time(s) you will be available.

There is a time converter on the PROMO DAY site if you need it.

Thank you in advance for your support.

Cover art design

2009-03-05T19:00:00.002+01:00

Although there was an inital interest in the design the cover art for the official PROMO DAY book contest nobody actual sent me any designs and therefore I will now be selecting the designer instead of having the cover art voted on.

As this is the first year PROMO DAY has an official book, maybe future events will get a bigger response from designers.

Video trailers

2009-03-04T15:45:00.000+01:00

Have you submitted your video trailer?

Just as a film trailer captures the interest of the audience and helps cinema and DVD sales, book trailers give a taste of what your book is about and help generate interest.
You can have one made professionally or make one yourself using a programme like windows movie maker.

You can have your trailer posted to the PROMO DAY site for FREE. All you have to do is send me the embed code to promoday@ymail.com

Workshops

2009-03-03T15:35:00.002+01:00

The names of this years presenters and the topics of the workshops are now online at the PROMO DAY site.

Times will be confirmed and posted to the site this month.

Remember, the workshops are FREE!

The presenters really know their stuff and have loads of great tips and advice to share. With the range of topics to be covered, there's something for everyone!

Sponsor - Linda Ballou

2009-03-02T12:25:00.000+01:00

Author and travel writer Linda Ballou is the official sponsor for this years event. Let's get to know her better..

Larry M.: I just loved Wai-nani. In every chapter I could see your research and your exploration of years you wrote about. I loved her and loved Eku and family. I found when I put it down I couldn't wait to find out what was going to happen next. Great Job!

Wai-nani, High Chiefess of Hawaii: Her Epic Journey is a novel of awesome beauty and power. It is a moving saga about people, relationships, and the boundaries of love. Linda Ballou’s powerful storytelling talents, her understanding of human nature, and her knowledge of Hawaii folklore, take us on an amazing journey into Hawaii ’s ancient past as she re-creates island life as it truly might have been. Nancy Harlless-Womankind

Go To http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/Books.html for autographed copies shipped FREE anywhere in the world. free! Available on Amazon.com BarnesandNoble.com Borders.com , or you can order it at your local book store

Ways you can support PROMO DAY

2009-02-23T19:43:00.000+01:00

Post the logo and weblink to your website/blog
write a blog post about the event and the various features on site
host an interview with the organiser (me)
write a review of the event
let your 'friends' on myspace, facebook, ning, and any other networking site know about the event.
offer your time to be a moderator during the event (needed for both the PROMO chatroom and the individual workshops).
Let your publisher, editor, writers site, review site.....know about the event and encourage them to take part (they will be able to find new writers for assignments etc...)
Any other way you can think of to spread the word and get people involved in the event.

Radio and podcast presenters

2009-02-20T19:33:00.001+01:00

If you have or know of a great radio show designed for people in the writing industry or avid readers, I want to hear from you!

This is your chance to have FREE pubblicity for your show. Let the hundreds of potential listeners attending PROMO DAY know about it.

Do you have a favourite show that offers great information for writers or gives air time to reading book reviews or interviewing authors and experts from the industry? Those attending PROMO DAY will also be interested in what the show has to offer.

Send me an email to promoday@ymail.com with 'radio show' in the subject line' giving a weblink and some basic information about the show and I'll post it to the PROMO DAY site.

Sites for writers

2009-02-19T18:26:00.000+01:00

Anyone with a site for writers will benefit from taking part in PROMO DAY.

Do you have a site that needs writers? PROMO DAY will be full of them!

Whether you need bloggers or freelancers for articles, by taking part in PROMO DAY, you will be able to network with new and experienced writers and maybe find the right person for your job.

BE PART OF THE ACTION, BE PART OF PROMO DAY!

PROMO DAY Virtual Tour

2009-02-18T18:07:00.000+01:00

PROMO DAY takes palce on Saturday 9th May 2009. During the lead up to PROMO DAY I will be doing a virtual tour to promote the event. If you have a website, blog, myspace account, facebook account or any other type of site that you can post to, you can help make it (and PROMO DAY) a huge success.

The aim of the virtual tour is to let people know about PROMO DAY and how they can be involved. It will highlight the various features on site and spread the word, which will hopefully mean an even bigger turn out on the day.

You can host an interview with yours truely, post your own write up of the event or if you've attended past events, post a review... or any other way you can think of.

If you host a radio show let your listeners know about PROMO DAY.

Feel free to send me any interview questions to promoday@ymail.com with 'virtual tour' in the subject line.

The more people that know about the event, the more people that will take part and the more successful it will be for everyone.

Publishers

2009-02-17T12:28:00.000+01:00

Are you a Publisher? Are you looking for new talented authors to add to your label?

Come to PROMO DAY and get to know hundreds of authors in the PROMO chatroom. Read samples of authors work.

PROMO DAY is an all day event and will be attended by authors from all over the world. Fiction and non-fiction writers, many with manuscripts ready to be sent off to publishing companies, will be taking part and will be researching which publishing companies to query. Make yours stand out. Don't miss this opportunity to sign a future bestseller.

BE PART OF THE ACTION, BE PART OF PROMO DAY!

Magazine/ ezine editors

2009-02-16T12:22:00.000+01:00

Do you have a fantastic magazine? Are you on the look out for new talent to contribute to your pubblication?

Come to PROMO DAY and meet hundreds of talented writers looking for new assignments.

Promote your magazine/ezine in the PROMO chatroom.

PROMO DAY is a great opportunity for you to network with writers from all over the world. Don't miss out.

BE PART OF THE ACTION, BE PART OF PROMO DAY!

Book cover art designer needed

2009-02-13T12:16:00.000+01:00

All book cover art designers wishing to have an opportunity to be the designer of the cover for the official PROMO DAY book should send their design ideas to promoday@ymail.com with 'cover art design' in the subject line by 1st March 2009

All entries received will be posted to the site along with the designers information and the design with most votes (as voted by the general public) will be the one used for the book cover.

This is a great opportunity for designers to promote their services and show off their skills to hundreds of authors and publishing companies. An opportunity not to be missed!

Please feel free to contact me by email (promoday@ymail.com) for more information.

Radio and podcasts

2009-02-12T12:09:00.000+01:00

Do you host a radio show or podcasts for authors and writers?

Writers are always on the look out for ways to promote their work and learn more about the industry. Let them know about your show and how they can get involved.

Send me the link for your site, along with a brief description of the show and contact details and I'll post it to the PROMO DAY site.

Email: promoday@ymail.com with 'radio' in the subject line.

Call for Moderators

2009-02-11T12:03:00.002+01:00

I still need people to be moderators for the event. I will need moderators for each of the workshops as well as for the PROMO Chatroom which will be open all day.

Anyone interested please send me an email to promoday@ymail.com with 'moderator' in the subject line'. Please indicate what times you will be available for.

Support PROMO DAY

2009-02-08T17:04:00.000+01:00

In order to make PROMO DAY the biggest a best event it can be I need your help. The more people that take part in the event, the bigger the impact it will have for all involved.

It's FREE and open to everyone.

Please promote PROMO DAY on your websites, blogs and radio stations so that others can take part in this fantastic opportunity too.

If anyone would like to interview me about the event please contact me at promoday@ymail.com

What does PROMO DAY offer writers?

2009-02-06T19:29:00.000+01:00

PROMO DAY is full of opportunities for writers to promote themselves and their work for FREE.

Writers can:
* take part in the PROMO chatroom discussions
* have the video trailor for their book posted to the site
* submit a sample chapter to the site
* take part in the FREE online workshops on site
* take advantage of the other resources available on site e.g. useful weblinks.

PROMO DAY is a great opportunity for writers to network with others from the industry and learn more about publishing and marketing whilst spreading the word about their own projects.

As an international event, PROMO DAY, also gives the opportunity to connect with people from all over the world.

Past events have been attended by editors and publishers looking for new talent. Some writers have also been offered paid assignments following the event.

Website update

2009-02-06T17:01:00.002+01:00

The useful websites page has now been updated with new links. The sites listed contain useful information or opportunities for people in the writing industry.

If you know of a great site that is not yet listed, please let me know so I can add it to the list.

What is PROMO DAY?

2009-02-05T19:24:00.003+01:00

PROMO DAY is an all day international online event for people in the writing industry to promote, learn and network.

It's FREE to attend and is full of opportunities for writers and other members of the writing industry to promote themselves and their work/services.

The website is http://jolinsdell.tripod.com/promoday

Mark your calendars! Saturday 9th May 2009

Submit your sample chapter

2009-01-20T11:33:00.003+01:00

You can submit your sample chapter to be posted to the PROMO DAY site by sending an email to promoday@ymail.com with 'Sample' In the subject line.

Files should be in pdf format.

The file should be displayed as follows:

- Title page (cover art if available)
- Book details (publisher, Copyright, etc...)
- Sample chapter

Submit your video trailor

2009-01-20T11:27:00.002+01:00

You can submit your video book trailor to be posted to the PROMO DAY site for FREE by sending the code for it to promoday@ymail.com with 'video trailor' in the subject line.

Workshop host- Ron Berry

2009-01-02T21:06:00.002+01:00

Workshop: Character websites

"You’ve written a book. You have the easy part done. It’s time to market, to sell, this grand collection of words. You know it’s fantastic and everybody and their brother wants a copy. But, how do you tell them? You could send postcards to everybody in country, but that can be a mite expensive. Ah, let’s use the latest tool available, the Internet. First, before the book is even out, you develop a blog to generate interest. You may even build a website for you or your book. But to really give potential buyers a true feel for your book, you should have a character website. Ah! I saw a few eyebrows go up and the questioning eyes".

Let’s see if I can cram sixty plus years into a short paragraph. I was born in Iowa. Forty some years later, I took a couple of composition courses in college. Scattered throughout those years I wrote a few short stories. Then around age fifty-nine, I got serious about writing. The writing itself stayed light and humorous. I write kritter stories, math book and general silliness in “Laughs from Corn Country”. I have one serious book,
”It Was in the Tea Leaves”, that deals with abuse. Everything I write, including the book about abuse, is G rated.

Media Release

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MEDIA RELEASE
For immediate release

Contact info:
Jo Linsdell - Founder and Organiser
Email: promoday@ymail.com
URL: http://jolinsdell.tripod.com/promoday
Blog: http://promoday.blogspot.com

THE PROMOTIONAL EVENT FOR THE WRITING INDUSTRY IS BACK!

PROMO DAY makes its return in 2009 and promises to be the best yet. Mark your calendars for Saturday 9th May 2009!

An all day, online, international event for people in the writing industry packed full of tips and advice along with a variety of opportunities for writers, publishers, editors etc to promote their work and services. Readers are also welcome to drop in and get to know the authors better in the online chatroom, view the video trailors or read the sample chapters on site.

Founder and Organiser of the event, Jo Linsdell, had this to say “PROMO DAY came about because I was looking for opportunities to promote my books using the internet at little or no cost. After attending the Muse Online Writers Conference back in 2006, I searched the internet for similar events aimed at what to do after you’ve written the book and found none. I decided to fill the void and so PROMO DAY was born. PROMO DAY is a great opportunity to network with other members of the industry, take part in online workshops and promote and best of all it’s FREE”.

New features for this year is the Official Blog for the event, http://promoday.blogspot.com, where everyone can keep up to date with new announcements and information regarding the event and the official PROMO DAY book, packed full of information and resources, which will be available to buy during and after the event.
Visit the website http://jolinsdell.tripod.com/promoday for more details of how you can be involved.

BE PART OF THE ACTION, BE PART OF PROMO DAY!

FREE downloads

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I am looking for people to write files about the following topics:

1. Marketing/Promotion
2. Motivation
3. Organization
4. Publishing
5. Professional blogging
6. Newsletters
7. Virtual book tours
8. Check lists for writers
9. Poetry and song writing
10. Promotional Videos
11. Book Cover Art Design
12. Websites
13. Networking
14. Book reviews
15. Press Releases
16. Technical Aspects e.g. ISBN’s, Copyright etc…
17. New technology e.g. Kindle, audio books etc…
18. Ghost-writing, co-authoring and collaborating
19. Editing
20. Online Conferences and workshops for writers

The files will be available for FREE download during the event and also featured in the Official PROMO DAY book which will be available to purchase during and after the event. If anyone has any other topics they think should be covered in the DOWNLOADS section please feel free to send me a file. DEADLINE for submissions is 1st April 2009.

Files should be sent to promoday@ymail.com with 'free download' in the subject line. Files should be in word or pdf format and include an author bio.

Copyright remains with the author.