Do I Get Copies of Print-Ready and Source Files for my Books?
We got this question from a client and it’s one every author should be asking the publishing services companies they are considering. Q. I was wondering…when my book is edited and laid out by you, do I get some finished product saved on a disc or something, for when I get printing done in the ... Continue reading Do I Get Copies of Print-Ready and Source Files for my Books?
Does PageMaster Market to Bookstores?
I got this question the other day and it’s one a lot of people ask. Do you offer distribution/marketing services to brick and mortar stores as well as online ebook distribution and marketing in North America? We distribute to brick and mortar bookstores but at this time are not actively pursuing relationships with bookstores. Most ... Continue reading Does PageMaster Market to Bookstores?
How to Decide On Potential Publicity Outlets for Your Book
At PageMaster Publication Services we know an efficient and effective way to let potential readers know about your book is to reach them through the publicity, marketing, and sales outlets where you are most likely to get their attention. Revisit the post in this series entitled “17 Ways to Focus on Your Book’s Key Audience.” ... Continue reading How to Decide On Potential Publicity Outlets for Your Book
Three Things to Consider When You Set Your Book Marketing Budget
You’re going to need to budget your money and your time and work within both of these. It’s best to set them now as we’ll be setting a plan for social networking, advertising and media marketing. Once you have a general idea of the amount of money and time you are comfortable investing in the ... Continue reading Three Things to Consider When You Set Your Book Marketing Budget
17 Ways to Focus on Your Book’s Key Audience
At PageMaster Publication Services we know that focusing on your book’s key audience will help you design a marketing plan that enables you to reach your publishing and sales goals. Who is your ideal or core target audience, and why? In order to identify what characteristics are shared by your ideal readers answer the following ... Continue reading 17 Ways to Focus on Your Book’s Key Audience
How to Define Your Vision of Publishing Success
The first thing you need to do to develop a book marketing plan is to define your vision of publishing success. At Pagemaster Publication Services we can help you make it achievable. Why did you write this book? What are you trying to accomplish? What are your sales goals? Write down your personal goals, financial ... Continue reading How to Define Your Vision of Publishing Success
Why You Need A Book Marketing Plan
At PageMaster Publishing Services we want to see your book sales goals achieved. Your book is written. Your job is done. It’s time to just sit back and wait for the movie deal. Well, maybe not yet. There’s about 90% more work to do. In many ways, the toughest part is still left to be ... Continue reading Why You Need A Book Marketing Plan
Why Review Copies of Your Book Are So Important
Almost all publishing houses, self-publishing companies and publishing services companies provide the author with a final proof. Having a final look a the layout and design as well as a proofread for format errors is invaluable. But at PageMaster Publishing Services we go one step further. We provide you review copies. We print a short ... Continue reading Why Review Copies of Your Book Are So Important
9 Front Matter Pages – Their Order and What To Include
At PageMaster Publishing Services we know that for a commercially viable book you’ll most likely want to work with a designer. Your designer enhances the tone of the book with their choices of fonts, spacing and format. Contact us today and ask us about our publishing services packages. You’ll want to come prepared. Here are ... Continue reading 9 Front Matter Pages – Their Order and What To Include
3 Cover Design Tips You Should Consider For Your Book
When it comes to designing your covers with PageMaster Publishing Services let the designer design. Your job is to give clear direction regarding tone, feel and audience. This will result in a better cover design than if you dictate elements and fonts. There are a few things you should consider and bring to the table. ... Continue reading 3 Cover Design Tips You Should Consider For Your Book