iUniverse and Berrett-Koehler Offer Authors a New Opportunity
iUniverse and Berrett-Koehler have teamed up to bring authors Open Book Editions. This new collaboration provides authors with three publishing packages that incorporate all of the benefits of publishing with iUniverse with unique Berrett-Koehler advantages. BK and Open Book Editions flourish on concepts that challenge conventional thinking, introduce new ideas and foster positive change.
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iUniverse Authors Place in the Reader Views Literary Awards
Seven iUniverse authors were honored in the 2010 Reader Views Literary Awards. iUniverse authors placed in eight of the 59 categories and five won or placed first in their respective category. Reader Views is an author support service that collaborates with diverse authors and publishers to drive sales of their books.
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A Fresh New Look for Recognition Programs
The iUniverse recognition program logos have been updated with a fresh new look that debuted on our recent award-winning titles. Star, Rising Star, Reader's Choice and Editor's Choice programs have opened the door to more opportunities for retail presentation and placement.
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Get with the Program - iUniverse Affiliate Program
Looking to earn some extra money? iUniverse is now offering an affiliate program for select individuals and organizations that are approved to place an iUniverse banner ad on their website. Choose from a variety of banners and links to place on your site or blog and get paid for every person that publishes a book using your affiliate ID.
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Helpful Writing Tools from the New Author Learning Center
Expand your writing and marketing expertise. The new Author Learning Center provides writers with webinars, recommendations from other successful authors, advice from marketing experts, and other essential information to make your book even better. Visit the Author Learning Center for helpful suggestions and unique pointers.
Take 45 Seconds to Better Your Business
What comes to mind when you think of advertising -- TV commercials, billboards, magazine ads? What if you could advertise to a wealth of customers in an entirely non-traditional way? In The 45-Second Presentation That Will Change Your Life, author Don Failla divulges his secrets to network marketing that saves both time and money while creating a sustainable business. This step-by-step guide explains how to establish your own network marketing system and has sold 4.5 million copies.
Sensible Solutions to Investing
Although tax season is in full swing, it is never too early to start thinking of ways to improve your financials for the future. David P. Van Knapp has written an easy-to-follow guide for stock investors who want to improve their results and for beginners who are interested in getting started in the right direction. Sensible Stock Investing explains the investment process in three easy phases, and you don't have to be a math genius or investment professional to succeed.
Major international, national and regional publications, and television stations have called on iUniverse authors to share their stories and expertise on a variety of topics.
With graduation just around the corner, it's important to review tips and tricks that can help land a job. Author Yolanda M. Owens recently chatted with USA Today about her book How to Score a Date with Your Potential Employer, which offers strategies to help graduates improve their chances of finding work.
Recently on an episode of Bio Channel's I Survived..., Christopher Goldblatt, author of Stone Shot and Explosive Crossroads, recounted the horrifying experience of his boat slamming into a petroleum barge in the dead of night.
In a recent segment, ABC affiliate WTNH News 8 (New Haven, Conn.) interviewed Kimberly K. Fox to discuss how her personal experiences from raising her autistic son inspired her to write the novel To Be a Star. She also noted that a portion of the book's sales are being donated to the Autism Society of America.
Major trade magazine Publishers Weekly released their self publishing review list which included 11 iUniverse authors.
To submit news to Authors in the News, published iUniverse authors can log in to your myUniverse account and click the My News & Events link.
An award-winning book instantly receives a third-party stamp of approval that not even media attention can give. Being honored by a respected source can also elevate your book in the eyes of potential book buyers, from salespeople to readers.
Although iUniverse is not affiliated with the contests, we have researched them to make sure they are valuable for our authors.
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Please Note: Authors are responsible for submitting all materials and entry fees for contests and awards. In the event that a contest requires submittal by a publisher, iUniverse will only perform this service for Editor's Choice authors on a case-by-case basis.
Sharpen your writing skills, network and, in some cases, sell more books to the public by attending book festivals and writing conferences.
Make a publishing slam dunk with 30% off your package
Your book has been a major work in progress. Now that you're ready to publish, iUniverse wants you to finish the game with an incredible advantage. Begin the publishing process by March 31, and you can save as much as 30% on the regular price of your package.
BOGO FREE Special Offer from Inkubook
If you haven't already tried your hand at making a photo book at Inkubook, now is an excellent time to try.
Simply upload your favorite photos into a beautiful book, customized with the layout, text and designs of your choice. Sign up is free. And for a limited time, when you buy any photo book within two weeks of joining, you will get a second copy free. Visit the Inkubook website to get the BOGO promotion code and more information on how you can enjoy your photo books in about a week.
iUniverse Rising Stars
Featured titles on Barnes & Noble.comBarnes & Noble and iUniverse are making it easy for booklovers like you to Catch a Rising Star. This is your opportunity to be among the first to find nonfiction and fiction self-published authors who are on the rise.
From the Indie Book Writer Blog
Catch up with Keith Ogorek, vice president of marketing for Author Solutions, as he shares his insights on all things indie books - writing, publishing, marketing and bookselling - on the blog Indie Book Writer.
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