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You never know where networking can lead. I reached out to  Paullette Francoeur   in September, after seeing her FaceBook post celebrating her new venture: The Kootenay Author Mobile Book Store .  How exciting to find that she was just as enthusiastic about networking, and after a single meeting we felt like fast friends. It turns out she spent her childhood in Creston and her family home was just a few blocks from our house. Paullette recently returned to the area with her family in tow. She has a great entrepreneurial spirit and I'm sure her new venture will be successful.  I am proud to announce that she will now showcasing 6 of our books in this mobile store. It is an honour to be set among dozens of other Kootenay-based authors !!!  Paullette invites you to watch for her banner (see image above) and stop by for a visit. She will be serving Sasquatch Coffee (a local coffee company that she partnered with),  and showcasing her first book, Lan...

Basic contracts are very easy to do and are so important to the business. This paperwork can be used to prove business activities when it comes to the accountant, taxes and write-offs. Contracts are especially important if you are working with a partner - in this case you need to have a signed, written agreement as to who will take on specific responsibilities listing job duties and expectations clearly.  Contracts will also explain how the relationship, or the business, will be dissolved should the partnership go haywire. In this situation, the paperwork acts like a prenuptial agreement... protecting everyone involved.  Writers deal with contracts on a regular basis. If a free-lance writer sells an article, a contract is signed stipulating the duration of time that publication retains publishing rights (usually 3 months after publication) and it will detail both how and when the writer will be paid.  If the writer is donating to a fundraiser or offering their book as a d...

You can tell by the laughter frozen in the image (below) that host Tina Lalonde & I had a great time during this discussion.  Tina was curious about which of our 6 current books were the hardest to sell, dove deeper into the green living topics in one of our books, & then dove into some frugal Purple Snowflake Marketing tips that will have your marketing efforts stand out like a purple snowflake in a snowstorm of your peers. A big note of appreciation goes out to Tina who made the experience so enjoyable.  Watch the 26 min. video here:  https://youtu.be/yZegqZYun7c ~~~   Discover the Brummet's Books on Amazon :  https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0845RLK1X  Find Them Online via :  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~ 

 Purple Snowflake Marketing - How To Make Your Book Stand Out In A Crowd “When I looked at your book I said – ‘This is extremely well organized’. And to me it laid out a pathway. ...and you spent your life gathering this information, and to be able to give it away at the price that you are doing, I think that is absolutely wonderful. ...(as a member of the media) I read hundreds of books a year... They might have a shiny cover, and the author might be well known, but they are a lot of fluff relating to marketing and PR. With your book, I can’t say that. Your book would run circles around the books I’ve read about marketing. It is just so systematic and so well thought out.”  ~ Linda Leon, Book That Author r adio show host Visit Amazon to find this, and other books, by the Brummets ~~~   Discover the Brummet's Books on Amazon :  https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0845RLK1X  Find Them Online via :  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/Li...

A Look At the Book Industry Let's start by taking a realistic look at the current environment: Studies show us that book sales have grown exponentially since 2020, especially the e-book and audio sectors which grew by 30%. So that is really good news. Writers, too, are publishing more frequently - stats show that between 1,000 and 6,000 new books are released in the English language every single day. Sadly, for every 10 booklovers - only 2 of them are actually reading a book right now - due to: • Budget constraints  • Limited schedules • Competition via free audio, streaming video, podcasts and online TV/movie alternatives (i.e. Prime & Netflix) • Free e-books: Previously, authors giving away books as a "promotion" created a sector of readers who now do not want to pay for books. At one time this "free" promotion was seen as the thing to do, now experts don't recommend it.  The best advice I could give others when it comes to struggling with all ...

A Little Youtube Jannet from Australia wanted to know: "What were your biggest challenges with writing the cookbook - From One Small Garden ?"  Discover the answer in this 6.08 min. video:  https://youtu.be/_yUtSTC_Sho ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon :  https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet  Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~ 

"...I coach clients on marketing their books and writing the marketing section of their book proposals, so over the years I’ve learned a lot. Your book is thorough, comprehensive, and very detailed. It hits on every aspect of marketing… I especially like the Q & A sections."  ~ Cindy Barrilleaux, Writing Coaching Services  Get Your Copy Today :   http://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet   ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon :  https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet  Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~   

Writers, put on your business hat (part 3)!  Further discussion on the writer's need to put on that business hat. It is vital that we take the time to step back and create a realistic, do-able plan. Today we are going to help you understand the importance of the 5-year business plan in this 12.35 min. video: https://youtu.be/5J53tiVr60g Find the   Brummet Media Channel  HERE ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon :  https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet  Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet  

Media Appearance  I absolutely loved reading the interview published on the popular blog run by Karen King (thank you, Karen!).  Personally... Doing the interview was a great experience, but reading it again was even better 🙂  https://karenkingauthor.com/2022/09/16/friday-reads-purple-snowflake-marketing-by-dave-and-lillian-brummet/ ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon :  https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet  Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~ 

Writers, put on your business hat (part 2) !  Join us while we take a realistic look at what it is like to be a professional in the world of writing in this 8.58 min. video:   https://youtu.be/HE5V4T6NbKk Find the   Brummet Media Channel  HERE ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon :  https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet  Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~

Writers, put on your business hat (Part 1)!  Break the limiting mind-set that writers often cage themselves with. Discover the realities of the world of writing; marketing challenges proves the importance of taking on this work as one would a business - with a plan. (10.01 min.) https://youtu.be/nOfx8ho05OI Find the Brummet Media Channel HERE ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon :  https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet    Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~ 

Brummet Media Channel Sybil from Ireland asks:  " What part of the cookbook marketing plan was most challenging to write, or perform, and why? " Discover my reply in this 7 min. video:  https://youtu.be/hD6driCCwRI ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon : https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet   Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~ 

A Little YouTube  :) Sybil from Ireland asks: " What part of the cookbook marketing plan was most challenging to write, or perform, and why ?"  Discover my response in this 6.53 min. video:  https://youtu.be/hD6driCCwRI Find the channel at:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRY2pD6ma5iJTG3iBUHXnvw ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon : https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet   Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~   

Media Appearance Drop into this website (below) to find multiple #Author #Interviews, including mine which was published on July 28, '22.  When you click this link, *** Scroll Down to find my interview date -- July 28, '22. :) https://julieforesterbooks.simdif.com/julie_foresters_blog.html ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon : https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet   Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~ 

Media Appearance: Host of the Beacon of Light podcast April Giaugue was done on FaceBook Live on June 28th and can now be found at : https://www.facebook.com/april.giauque/videos/748937769708432 or here: https://youtu.be/AVvlKotUy6A   ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon : https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet   Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet

What Is Co-Writing Like? All the way from the UK, John asks:  " What is it like working with a co-writer?  "  In response, we share numerous tips and personal experiences in this 13.47 min. video.  https://youtu.be/g3C3II0RpWc   ~~~   Discover Our Books on Amazon : https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet   Find us online via these landing pages:  https://taplink.cc/brummet  https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~ 

Media Appearance How cool is this?    2Nimble ,  a company that offers many services to authors,  has listed our writer's guidebook   " Purple Snowflake Marketing - How To Make Your Book Stand Out In A Crowd "  as a recommended resources for Marketing and Publicity!   Check out the full list of resources and the 2Nimble company too: @ https://2nimble.com/resources ~~ Visit the Brummet's   Main Website Find them elsewhere online  HERE   ~~  

Media Appearance Jeff Beal, host of the Marketing Strategy Session channel on YouTube, published this #interview with me a few days ago.  I'm thrilled with how it turned out; Jeff asked fantastic questions and the conversation was so easy, so comfortable for me.  We talked about ways of making your #marketing, #advertising and #networking efforts more effective and efficient.  We also discussed many tips for people in the world of writing, including  the benefits of staying organized.  * You can find our #BookPromotion guidebook at:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/1475204310  Drop by and listen to this fun discussion, and do give it a thumbs-up or share it... if you enjoyed it :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMNdnruVxJ4 ~~   Visit the Brummet's   Main Website Find them elsewhere online  HERE   ~~

 * Today's article was written by Kim Staflund author of How to Publish a Bestselling Book. Her company, Polished Publishing Group (PPG), is a professional book publisher dedicated to serving serious-minded authors around the world. With gift-giving season fast approaching, here are some tips on how to market your book and interact with your audience at craft sales. Think through the theme for your book and use it to create an enticing display table. Even if the book isn't overtly crafty, it can do well at a craft sale as long as you make the benefits of reading the book clear to attendees. Remember, even if attendees don't have a particular interest, they may be shopping for someone who does! Don't be afraid to show off your book's niche. Brand your display as much as possible. Match colors to your logo. If you can, come up with a theme for the table that relates to your book. Add a few toys for a childr...