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How Authors Go From Shy to Sold — MWA Cumberland, Feb. 17, 2021

Our very own Ally Machate will be speaking with the Cumberland chapter of the Maryland Writers Association about how authors go “From Shy to Sold: Querying, Proposing, and Getting Your Book Published.”

Though self-publishing is always an option, this talk focuses on how writers generally approach the submission process. Find out who really decides what gets published, how to approach them without getting the proverbial door slammed in your face, and what these gatekeepers expect from you besides your very best work. You’ll also get tips that will make your queries and proposals more effective for best results.

Happening on February 17, 2021 at 7:00pm. To register, click here.

How to Sell More Books In 2021 with the Maryland Writers Association – Jan. 23, 2021

When you have big dreams, the right plan is essential. You don’t want to just try every book marketing tactic you read about and “see what sticks.” You can’t copy other authors and expect the same results. And if you don’t have the right pieces in place first—if you don’t have a strong “conversion funnel” turning browsers into buyers into subscribers who buy your future books—your promotional efforts will never create the results you desire, regardless. This talk will reveal the 3 best ways to start selling more books, with steps you can take right away. It will also help you avoid the biggest mistakes that can keep book sales at a slow trickle, explain what an effective (and simple!) book marketing plan can look like, and offer tips on creating your immediate plan without overwhelm.

Our very own Ally Machate will be presenting this topic via webinar on January 23, 2021 at 2:00 pm Eastern. The webinar is hosted by the Maryland Writer’s Association and members may participate for free. Non-members may also attend with the purchase of a $20 ticket. Click here for more details and to register.

From Shy to Sold with the MWA Frederick Chapter, July 18, 2020

Our very own Ally Machate will be speaking for the MWA Frederick County Chapter members on July 18, 2020 at 1:00pm. This will be a virtual meeting and you must register beforehand to get access to the webinar.

Ally will talk about the process of going “From Shy to Sold: Querying, Proposing, and Getting Your Book Published.”

You’ve experienced the satisfaction of working hard to learn a craft and producing a quality piece of writing—but now what? If you ever want anyone to read your work outside of your immediate circle of family and friends, you’ll need to get published. Though self-publishing is always an option, this talk focuses on how writers generally approach the submission process. Find out who really decides what gets published, how to approach them without getting the proverbial door slammed in your face, and what these gatekeepers expect from you besides your very best work.

You’ll also get tips that will make your queries and proposals more effective for best results.

Don’t miss out, register today!

For more information, you may contact chapter president Kari Martindale at mwafcpresident@marylandwriters.org

Sell More Books with Ally and MWA MoCo – July 13, 2019

When you have big dreams for your book, a good marketing plan is essential. But if you don’t have the right pieces in place first—if you don’t have a strong “conversion funnel” turning browsers into buyers into subscribers who buy your future books—your promotional efforts will never create the results you desire and it’ll be like pushing a boulder uphill to sell more books.

Join Ally and the MWA Montgomery County Chapt er as we explore “3 Best Ways to Sell More Books.”

This talk will reveal three of the best ways to start selling more books, with steps you can take right now. It will also help you avoid the biggest mistakes that can keep book sales at a slow trickle, show you what an effective (and simple!) book marketing plan can look like, and offer tips on creating your plan without overwhelm.

This is happening on July 13, 2019 at the Mid-County Community Recreation Center (2004 Queensguard Road Silver Spring, MD) from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM.

For more information, you may contact Sharon Campbell of the Montgomery County Chapter, at mwamc@marylandwriters.org

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