Pajama Jam – To Sequel or Not to Sequel

December 8, 2008 by admin · 90 Comments 

Naleighna Kai (aka Lissa Woodson)Pajama Jam Starts at 7PM CST! -

Come out and join Naleighna Kai tonight as she hosts “To Sequel or Not to Sequel?”, a book discussion on her book Every Woman Needs a Wife and sequel suggestions for a follow-up.

We will also share insight on reader’s favorite sequels ever (and the worst ever–and why).

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DISC: Black Authors & Non-Black Readers

December 8, 2008 by admin · 24 Comments 

Hello everyone!  By now, I hope you have heard that December is National Buy A Book By a Black Author and Give It To Somebody Not Black Month?  If not, where have you been?  :) Please go and check out Author Carleen Brice’s efforts over at http://www.welcomewhitefolks.blogspot.com, get the details, posts, and share your views.  There’s a cool video too.

And then, come on back over here and let’s discuss!  Why is it that many black readers read white authors, but it doesn’t seem to go the other way around?  Also, share some of your favorite non-black authors and their books.

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Spotlight Authors (Tuesday)

December 8, 2008 by admin · 20 Comments 

Today’s Spotlight is on authors Ana’Gia Wright, Pynk, Trice Hickman, Terra Little, & Dyanne Davis.  Ladies, please stop through and tell us a bit about yourself and your books.  Feel free to be as detailed as you’d like.  We’d also love if you’d share some tips for other writers & tidbits your reader fans may not know.  :)  

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Workshop – Creating a Publishing Business

December 8, 2008 by admin · 24 Comments 

Thanks for joining the Creating a Publishing Business Workshop, presented by Barbara Joe Williams.  Post all questions to the comments section and she’ll be answering them throughout the day.

 
CREATING A PUBLISHING BUSINESS
Your Checklist to Success
by
Barbara Joe Williams

Barbara Joe Williams

Barbara Joe Williams

http://www.amanipublishing.net 

Once you’ve made the commitment to self-publishing, it’s time to set-up your business office. Yes, writing might be your passion, but publishing is definitely a business venture whether it’s full-time or part-time. You’ll need to follow a checklist to stay on track.
 
1. Licenses. _____
You can set-up as a sole proprietorship business by applying for the proper city and county licenses. If you’re thinking of publishing other authors at some point, you should apply to become a Limited Liability Company (LLC). Licenses must be renewed annually.
 
2. Name Registration. _____
You have to decide on a name for your business and register it with your state’s Department of Fictitious Name Registration for a fee. If you’d like to use your given name as the business name, you don’t need to pay for this. A fictitious name registration must be renewed every five years.
 
3. Equipment and Software. ____
You should designate office space in your home or secure another facility. Either way, you’ll need state-of-the-art equipment and software along with a quality printer, telephone, and scanner.
 
4. Office Supplies. _____
You will need a number of office supplies including boxes of white copying paper, white envelopes, and sales receipt books to set up your new business room. It would also be a good time for you to join Sam’s Club and purchase a business credit card.
 
5. P.O. Box. _____
You might as well go ahead and get a post office box now so that your business mail will not be coming to your home address. And once your book takes off, you won’t have to worry about uninvited guests stopping by.
 
6. Business Bank Account. _____
You’ll definitely need a separate business account (and credit card) under your business name. It’s a good idea to keep your business funds separated from your personal funds for tax purposes. Having a business credit card makes it easier to keep track of your business related expenditures. And don’t forget to order business cards.
 
7. ISBN. _____
The International Standard Book Number ISBN) is a thirteen digit number that uniquely identifies your product. It must be printed on the back of your book in order to be sold in bookstores. And it should also be printed inside the book on the copyright page.

8. LCCN. _____
You must have a Library of Congress Control Number (LCCN) if you intend for your books to be purchased by libraries. This unique number must be printed inside your book on the copyright page.
 
9. Accounting and Bookkeeping. _____
The accounting and bookkeeping system you decide to use is strictly up to you. There are many types of office software available for maintaining business records. You should also consider hiring an accountant for doing your annual business tax returns. And don’t forget to purchase a sales receipt book for documenting your sales and providing receipts to your customers.
 
10. Paying Taxes. _____
You should contact your local tax office and attend a tax seminar offered by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at your earliest convenience. You will be required to collect taxes on every book that you sell and report it to the Department of Revenue on a quarterly basis. Paperwork must be submitted on time or you will be charged with penalties.
 
These are the basics that you’ll need for starting a successful publishing business. Once you have completed this checklist, it’s time to move on to formatting your new book, preparing for the printing process, finding a distributor, and marketing.

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Panel – From Romance to Christian Fiction to Non-Fiction

December 8, 2008 by admin · 38 Comments 

Thanks for joining us for the On Writing: From Romance to Christian Fiction to Non-Fiction panel.  Our panelists for this panel are: Michelle Larks (Christian Fiction), Gwyneth Bolton (Romance), Bettye Griffin (Romance), Marilyn Griffith (Christian Fiction) and LaConnie Taylor-Jones (Romance).

 

Post your questions to the comments section and the panelists will be coming in throughout the day to interact with the attendees.  You can view their bio via the 2008 Participants page, but they will also share a bit about themselves.

How the panel works: Post your questions to the comments section and the panelists will be coming in throughout the day to interact with the attendees.  You can view their bio via the 2008 Participants page, but they will also share a bit about themselves.

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Panel – Self-Publishing vs Mainstream vs POD

December 8, 2008 by admin · 36 Comments 

Thanks for joining us for the Self-Publishing vs Mainstream vs POD panel.  Our panelists for this panel are: Renee Daniel Flagler, Shelia Goss, Earl Sewell, Tina McKinney & Nakea Murray. 

From self-published to landing a mainstream contract, to leading up a business & event for self-published authors, and on to promoting the works of all others, our well-rounded cast of panelists will be able to answer your questions. 

How the panel works: Post your questions to the comments section and the panelists will be coming in throughout the day to interact with the attendees.  You can view their bio via the 2008 Participants page, but they will also share a bit about themselves.

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DISC: What Readers Want

December 8, 2008 by admin · 31 Comments 

Okay readers, let’s hear from you!  What do you look for in a book?  What’s missing in the books you’ve read recently?  What’s done WAY TOO MUCH?  What type of topics would you like to see more of?  What genres?  Come on now…we have a bunch of authors and editors peeking in, so get them in the know.

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The Cafe’ & Lounge

December 8, 2008 by admin · 52 Comments 

Okay…I almost forgot, we need a place where we can stop through and get a bit of noursishment and also just hang out.  <grin>  Those who have been to an offline RAW Affair know I like to have lots of space and a spread for meals.  So, let me get on it!  I’ll cook for Tuesday, someone else needs to handle the other days.  LOL. 

Stop through, grab a bite and share your recipes and other food for the soul.  :)

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