Question: I am unsure if the book title that I am using is available or if I need to change it. Is there a way to do a title search or is this something you do? Answer: Here’s what you need to know: In Canada book titles are not copyrightable. An author’s main concern should be […]
Continue readingOne of the most important markets available to self-published authors and the independent press are libraries. Having your book stocked on the shelves of your public library, as well as public libraries around the world, provides easy access for your book to be read by tens of thousands of readers. It’s also a great way to […]
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So you’ve heard us say, “We need two books for the legal deposit” and you’ve looked at us like a deer in the headlights. In this post I’ll explain what that means. Library and Archives Canada collects and preserves Canada’s documentary heritage and makes it accessible to all Canadians. The Legal Deposit is how LAC […]
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If you’re thinking about writing a book we’d love to know why you’re doing it. Here are a few reasons people have given us already. 1. Free publicity. It’s much easier to get radio, TV, magazine and online publicity if you have a book. The media need experts to interview, and often call ?upon authors […]
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Those of us at PageMaster are excited for Maxine James, author of For the Sake of Diabetes, with the announcement of her book signing at Strathcona Chapters 10504 82 Ave on January 21st. Maxine will be signing books from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm and will be happy to answer your questions about her book, […]
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After all this work we’ve described in this series (see below) you may be a little lost with what to do with it. I’ve included a template for you to use to create a Marketing Plan Overview in the Book Marketing Workbook available at PageMaster Publishing Services. You can take what you’ve decided to and […]
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At PageMaster Publishing Services we want to see you succeed in your goals for the sale of your books. With advances in technology there are avenues open that weren’t available 5 years ago. On the information superhighway there’s a thirst for more information. Having written a book, you may be the solution other people are […]
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At PageMaster Publication Services we want to help you reach your book marketing goals. Marketing online is a great avenue to include in your book marketing plan. Here are: 7 Tips for Marketing your Book Online Include your book in your social networking profile. Put links in your profile to where your book is written. […]
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Recently published here at PageMaster is the wonderful AND educational children’s book written by Ilona Ryder and illustrated by Junneal Gomez. How is a snowflake made? Check out their book today and find out! The best part is that this book has a dual purpose and doubles as a coloring book. Take a seat with […]
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At PageMaster Publishing 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.” […]
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