Thank you to all the talented, creative writers who showed up for VIP Authors Asheville! Open House. Due to some scheduling conflicts, we’re moving the group’s start to July 19. Still time and some space available for a few more members. Let me know if you’re interested.
Read more about the group here>>
Contact us with questions or to register.
If you live, work or will be in Western North Carolina, I am inviting you to the VIP Authors Asheville! Open House on Tuesday, July 5 at 7:00pm to learn more about this new writer’s group!
Everyone who attends will receive a thank you gift and one writer will be selected from among those who join the writers group to receive a the Grand Prize: Publishing Made Easy & Profitable digital program, a $177 value.
One of the most rewarding aspects of my 35-year publishing career has been facilitating Writers Groups. Members are uplifted, empowered and inspired by the experience of sharing, learning and supporting one another.
The only downside I noticed when I joined my first group in South Florida over 10 years ago was a lack of publishing knowledge among members. The talent was evident, but no one knew what to do with the material once complete, or how to get published.
So I was prompted to share my knowledge. I offered a small workshop, which soon grew to a weekly meeting that offered 30-minutes of instruction and 90 minutes of sharing and feedback. The members of these groups finished and published their books because they focused on improving their writing skills and becoming educated about the business of publishing.
Today, the publishing industry is upside down from where it was from only a few years ago, from where it had been for the past 50 to 75 years. Writers have much more opportunity to see their work published than ever before in history, but that doesn’t mean that it’s easy to do.
Having the how-to knowledge or a mentor who can guide you along the path in this new publishing environment is an invaluable asset and truly an essential ingredient to publishing success.
And so, I am inspired to create such in an environment in Asheville!
Please join me at the Open House on July 5 at 7:00pm to learn more about the group, meet other writers and receive a free gift just for attending. All genres welcome.
Read more about the group here>>
Please RSVP that you will attend and directions to the meeting place will be sent to you.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
I’m so excited about the enthusiastic response to the formation of VIP Authors Asheville! Many of you have already confirmed your attendance at the group’s OPEN HOUSE on Tuesday, July 5. But, if you haven’t done it yet, RSVP now to join the party!
The Open House is an opportunity to get to know each other better, discuss the format and objectives of the group, review topics of instruction and go over some guidelines for critique. ALL are welcome to attend the Open House, without obligation. Come and hear about VIP Authors Asheville!
We’ll also be gifting one copy of Publishing Made Easy & Profitable digital program ($177 value) at the meeting to a registered new member! Keep reading for details on how to be eligible to win.
Once registered, you are eligible to win a free copy of Publishing Made Easy & Profitable! One copy of of the program will be given away at the Open House to a registered new member. Publishing Made Easy & Profitable shows you how to turn your material into print books, ebooks, audio books and all new forms of media delivery. Read full program description here>>
Good News! Your chances of winning the program are 1 in 10 or better! (Actual odds are determined by number of paid registrations, which is capped at 10.)
Membership in this group is limited to 10 writers. The best way to ensure your position in VIP Authors Asheville! is to confirm your participation by registering for the group. ALL registered members receive a signed, print copy of 4Ps to Publishing Success: Get Your Manuscript Off Your Desk & Into Print, the workbook we’ll use for the class.
You can register online. If you prefer to pay by phone, send an email with your phone number and we will call you to get your information. Either way, you can take advantage of the convenient payment plan or save by making one payment.
Registration is open until all 10 spaces are filled or by July 12, the first week of the group. Even if you cannot begin the first week, you can save your place with your registration and your 10 weeks begins from the meeting you attend. A waiting list will be created once the group fills at 10 members.
RSVP for the Open House (if you haven’t already).
Register for VIP Authors Asheville! to be eligible for the free copy of Publishing Made Easy & Profitable.
Be sure to email us if you have any questions at all or want to join by phone.
See you soon!
I am holding an OPEN HOUSE on Tuesday, July 5, for serious writers who are interested in publishing their work as print and/or digital books. The purpose of the Open House is to familiarize potential group members with the objectives, format and benefits of VIP Authors Asheville!, an in-person weekly writers group.
Beginning on Tuesday, July 12, 2011, VIP Authors Asheville! will meet on Tuesday nights from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. The two-hour sessions will include 30 minutes writing/publishing instruction and 90 minutes reading & critique. Weekly member reading participation will rotate to ensure that everyone gets an opportunity to give and receive feedback.
The group is limited to 10 writers and will meet in a private, gallery-like setting close to downtown Asheville. (The exact location will be disclosed upon registration.) In order to realize any real benefit from participating in the group, a consecutive 10-week commitment is required. If you cannot begin on July 12, you can reserve your space in the group with the paid fee and your ten consecutive weeks will begin from your first meeting.
All genres welcome.
Requirements of the group
Overall objectives of the group
July 5 Open House Agenda
Please RSVP that you will attend and directions to the meeting place will be sent to you.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
P.S. Too curious to wait until July 5? Read all VIP Authors Asheville! here>>
Many authors wait until their book is written or (worse) published to begin their marketing efforts–only to discover that the best time to begin is much earlier in the process. Please join us when VIP Authors Talks with Teresa Morrow about “Author Marketing, Blogging and Virtual Book Tours” on Wednesday, December 15 from 8:00pm to 9:00pm Eastern Time.
During this class you will learn:
Time: 8:00pm Eastern Time (7pm Central, 6pm Mountain, 5pm Pacific).
Call Details: Available on Members Only Page or after registration.
Members: You are already registered. Log on to the Members-Only page for call-in details. The audio recording of the class will be posted to the members page within 24 hours after the event.
Non-Members: Not a member, but want to hear the class? You can pay for the class only.
Tuition for non-members: $14.95 (includes mp3 recording download). Call-in details for the class will be sent after purchase is made. You will also receive the mp3 audio recording after the class, in case you miss the call or want to review the material again.
Registration for this class is now closed.
Speaker bio:
Teresa Morrow combines her three passions: writing, reading and networking in her business, Key Business Partners, LLC. She manages book promotion campaigns for authors, coaches, speakers and writers. She is on the Florida Board of Advisors with Women in eCommerce and an Editor at Large at WE Magazine for Women ™ (http://www.wemagazineforwomen). Teresa is passionate about helping people spread their message to others and she is available for 20 minute free consultation. She also contributes a weekly blog series called “Social Media Book List” at Successful-Blog.com and monthly post titled TGIF Book Marketing at Book Buzzr.com. You can contact Teresa via email at keybusinesspartners@gmail.com or visit her website at Key Business Partners.
Open Coaching with Shelley Lieber will be held Thursday, December 15 at 2pm Eastern (1pm Central, 12 Noon Mountain, 11am Pacific). The session will last one hour. Call-in number and instructions are on the Members-Only Page.
This is the time to ask questions about your individual project or writing and publishing in general. Members can call in with questions or email questions in advance if they are unable to attend the call. The session will be recorded and the audio file will be posted on on the Member-Only page for download after the call.
See all VIP Author Inner Circle member benefits here>>>
My first webinar is about giving webinars! How’s that for synchronicity?
Join us when VIP Author Talks interviews Lee Salz, author of Stop Speaking For Free! The Ultimate Guide to Making Money with Webinars. Lee will explain how you can get paid for your expertise by delivering attendee-funded webinars. Your presentation may be virtual, but the dollars are real!
According to Lee, the right to free speech was never meant to prohibit experts from generating income through speaking. Yet, many authors seem to interpret “free speech” as a mandate to give away their specialized expertise for free, with exposure as their only compensation. But, exposure doesn’t pay the bills.
In this class, you will learn:
Time: 8:00pm Eastern Time (7pm Central, 6pm Mountain, 5pm Pacific).
NEW! You can listen online via your computer or call in on your telephone. See Registration instructions below for event access details!
Members: You are already registered. Log on to the Members-Only page for call-in details. The audio recording of the class will be posted to the members page within 24 hours after the event.
Non-Members: Not a member, but want to hear the class? You can pay for the class only.
Tuition for non-members: $14.95 (includes mp3 recording download). Call-in details for the class will be sent after purchase is made. You will also receive the mp3 audio recording after the class, in case you miss the call or want to review the material again.
Registration for this class is now closed.
Lee B. Salz is the recognized authority on attendee-funded webinars. He has helped hundreds of speakers, consultants and trainers stop giving their content away for free and make money delivering attendee-funded webinars. In addition to Stop Speaking for Free!, Lee is also the author of the award-winning book Soar Despite Your Dodo Sales Manager and a featured columnist with both Sales and Marketing Management and SalesforceXP magazines. He’s been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Dallas Morning News, MSNBC, Selling Power Magazine, Training Magazine, and many other leading media publications.
Open Coaching with Shelley Lieber will be held Thursday, November 11 at 2pm Eastern (1pm Central, 12 Noon Mountain, 11am Pacific). The session will last one hour. Call-in number and instructions are on the Members-Only Page.
This is the time to ask questions about your individual project or writing and publishing in general. Members can call in with questions or email questions in advance if they are unable to attend the call. The session will be recorded and the audio file will be posted on on the Member-Only page for download after the call.
See all VIP Author Inner Circle member benefits here>>>
Do you remember Madonna’s Reinvention Tour back in 2004? Like her innovative style, the “reinvention” concept was picked up by other artists. The latest one I could find on Google was the Superchick Reinvention Tour this year. But why should recording artists have all the fun?
Reinvention is not limited to rock star musicians! I’m officially announcing the Wordy Woman Reinvention Tour for Rockstar Authors. And you’re the first stop!
The first leg of the tour was merging my three writers’ groups as part of the “rebranding” process. I’m not quite ready to reveal the new logo and brand, but good things are happening already, just as a result of taking that first step and bringing all the groups under one umbrella.
And the first benefit for members is that I have more time to work “one on one” with those of you who want personal feedback and guidance on your publishing journey. I’ve decided to re-establish private coaching for select candidates who want to get on the fast-track to publishing success.
Are you ready for “reinvention” too? You know you are if the current group coaching program is helping, but you need “more.” Could be more accountability, more personal feedback, more encouragement, more direction, more education, more help, more…well, coaching.
Or perhaps you want some specific guidance with writing, publishing, self-publishing, marketing or social media.
The Wordy Woman Reinvention Tour begins its pre-launch on Monday, November 1. The first leg (week) of the tour is devoted to one-on-one discussions with members who are interested in private consulting. If that’s you, I’m inviting you to join the tour and chat with me about your publishing goals. This first consultation is free.
If you are seriously interested in taking your work to the next level, I want to talk to you next week. Any day, any time that’s available.
Here’s how it works (very simple):
This offer is limited to serious inquiries only. If private coaching is not in your budget or time schedule, this is not the offer for you. However, if you’re ready to join the Wordy Woman Reinvention Tour for Rockstar Authors and supercharge your publishing dreams, get on the bus now. Tour begins Monday.
I will fill the available private coaching spots on a first-come, first-serve basis from these free consultations. When all the private coaching spots are filled, the free consults will end. Since I have time to serve only 4 to 6 private clients, it’s possible all the spots will be taken in the first day or two.
So, if you are a serious candidate, send an email with your phone number and three (3) possible times to reach you next week. Do it NOW.
Did you know that digital publishing offers many opportunities other than getting your book on Kindle, Nook and iPad?
Writing and publishing ebooks to distribute from your website or on the Internet has been a profitable venue for smart writers for years–long before ereaders were ever available.
But not everyone who has authored an ebook has made money. Like most business ventures, knowing what NOT to do and having a proven system are the keys to success.
Join me when VIP Author Talks interviews Ellen Violette, The eBook Coach. Ellen will identify the biggest mistakes people make when authoring an ebook and tell you how to avoid them. She will also share tips and strategies for ebook publishing success.
In this class you will learn:
Topic: The 7 Biggest Mistakes People Make Authoring An eBook and How To Avoid Them
When: Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Time: 8:00pm Eastern Time (7pm Central, 6pm Mountain, 5pm Pacific).
VIP Authors Inner Circle Members: You are already registered. Log on to the Members-Only page for call-in details. The audio recording of the class will be posted to the members page within 24 hours after the event.
Non-Members: Not a member, but want to hear the class? You can pay for the class only.
Tuition for non-members: $14.95 (includes mp3 recording download). Call-in details for the class will be sent after purchase is made. You will also receive the mp3 audio recording after the class, in case you miss the call or want to review the material again.
Registration for this class is now closed.
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