Book Cover Design: Step by Step

March 11, 2014May 27, 2014 ~ jeannemeeks ~ 1 Comment

My second novel is finished and back from the editor. It's time to create an eye-catching cover that will make a reader click on the e-book or entice a book store customer take a copy to the cashier. I'm learning step by step. Each cover gets a bit easier and a bit more involved. For … Continue reading Book Cover Design: Step by Step

How an Unknown Writer Landed a Big Publisher. Artis Henderson

January 31, 2014March 17, 2014 ~ jeannemeeks ~ Leave a comment

I know Artis Henderson only as one of a hundred other writers who are members of the Gulf Coast Writers Association. Her readings have been lyrical and personal. Thirty-ish, she is a youngster among the retirees who come to Florida, find time on their hands, and turn to writing mysteries, children’s books, poetry, non-fiction, and … Continue reading How an Unknown Writer Landed a Big Publisher. Artis Henderson

My First Book Launch

January 5, 2014 ~ jeannemeeks ~ 5 Comments

Friends, family, and neighbors helped me celebrate the launch of my novel, RIM TO RIM, with a party attended by about sixty people at a pizza place last month. Lydia Ponczak, a fellow author and host of News and Views, a cable TV show, introduced me. She heaped on the compliments and told the … Continue reading My First Book Launch

9+ Tips for a Successful Book Signing

November 12, 2013March 17, 2014 ~ jeannemeeks ~ 1 Comment

My book signing today was a success. I’m celebrating because I felt more comfortable in the role of author and gave my quick synopsis with ease. I also autographed twenty-seven books. Woohoo! The day didn’t start out well. The organizer for the Legends Arts & Craft Fair didn’t know I and four others were coming. … Continue reading 9+ Tips for a Successful Book Signing

How to Create a Striking Poster to Promote Your Book

October 31, 2013March 17, 2014 ~ jeannemeeks ~ 1 Comment

At book fairs and other book marketing venues, people stream by trying to avoid you and your sales pitch. You must catch their eye. Make your book display table bright and appealing, pique their interest. Display your book prominently and try a prop that represents the subject or theme of your story. For my novel, … Continue reading How to Create a Striking Poster to Promote Your Book