Comments on: Don’t Write That Next Book Yet – 10 Questions to Ask Yourself

By: Judy Cullins

Judy Cullins — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:21:09 +0000

LK Watts, You did with an editor what I do as a book coach–but it goes much further.I help make sure each ch and insides sell the book too. But that's in a my sessions that I charge for.See more value than an editor at http://bookcoaching.com/publishing-your-own-book….

By: Judy Cullins

Judy Cullins — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:18:05 +0000

Rebecca, I'm so sorry to be so late to answer you. I advise marketing the heaven out of your book for a good year or so–See what works and what doesn't. Then write another one. First books usually sell less than following because of the new marketing youuse. If not subscribed to my weeklygems, do so–at http://bookcoaching.com/wp/ten-tips-to-get-starte…

By: LK Watts

LK Watts — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 14:15:10 +0000

I'm so glad I waited a while before I started to write my second book after publishing my first. But I think my reasons differ slightly from yours. The main reason I'm glad is because I've learnt so much from my editors professional opinion. If I started to write immediately after finishing my first book and I didn't wait to hear back from my editor, I think I would have made all those same mistakes again. I think some people are so eager to release books, they rush the process far too much. If I had written both books before having the first one published, I wouldn't have given myself the chance to learn from my previous mistakes.

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 14:33:43 +0000

Wow! This post made me stop and think for a moment. I finished a non-fiction book for teens and have been pondering a followup. I think it's best to take it 'one book' at a time, especially when you're a new writer. I have no desire to become overwhelmed with marketing one book while writing a second one.

By: judy cullins

judy cullins — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 11:49:38 +0000

Bill, It's good to know your strengths. I do think you should first decide what am I wanting my book to do for me? Get realestate clients? Or ??

If RE clients, then if you can invest $35, ou should book a 30-minute session with me to get your book's pre-marketing strategies refined including your title.

When you book with me, I do visit your site and see if it supports your promotion! You must have the 3 Big Marketing skills going well. (best Book, promotion, site)

Is you second and third book also for Real Estate clients to be? You need to nail that specific audience to move on!

For the breakthrough book coaching, see
http://www.bookcoaching.com/book-coaching.php

By: Bill

Bill — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 14:02:07 +0000

Hello Judy,

I have a few questions maybe you could help me with. I have written a eBook about 5 years ago titled: How to Talk to Real Estate Sellers: and Negotiate a Fabulous Price. A title I believe i will change, to make it more succinct & dynamic per your advice.

My delemia, I want to write another book on one of two topics: 1. Negotiating or one along the lines of 2. Listening. In fact I can make them a series you know like the series: XXX for Dummies, XXX Chicken Soup for the Soul.

Do I work on perfecting and marketing the first book or start another?

My strengths are negotiating, listening, empathy, and business, and have some formal training as an BSN, Registered Nurse. So understanding and working with people comes pretty natural.

any thoughts for me?

Thank you,

Bill

By: Judy Cullins

Judy Cullins — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:09:35 +0000

Eric, Glad the 50/50 rule is going well for you. I was curious how you market your book about sex positions?
Do you market on the internet?

One tip–You are marketing the slow, hard way wih specific hand written letters. WE are all so busy today, we take a shorter, easier way, except for a little learning curve.

Thanks for you ideas!
Judy

By: Eric

Eric — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:02:38 +0000

And you are SO right – nobody will every walk out of a bookstore with my book in tow.

One thing I do, Judy, is write a hand-written thank-you note to any online service or mom-and-pop bookstore who does carry my book, who reviews it.

At my professional conferences, I always make sure I include autographed editions in the auctions, so other therapists can see the book as well and refer it to their clients.

By: Eric

Eric — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:00:13 +0000

At every speaking engagement I get, I bring postcards. I also add "author of ________" to my byline for print and online interviews or articles I write.

By: Eric

Eric — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:18:23 +0000

Hey, Judy.

I have loved reading your site.

My book is "Mastering Multiple Position Sex" and I have followed your 50/50 rule.

If I write for an hour, I advertise for an hour. If I spend two hours addressing postcards and press kits, I'll write for two as well.

If I am interviewed by a national magazine, paper, or TV program, I count that as my 50% for the day, then spend that same amount of time writing.

It's all about balance (while still working on my next book).

Cheers!

Eric