SMFS Members Published in Promophobia: Taking the Mystery Out of Promoting Crime Fiction

Numerous SMFS list members have essays published in the new book, Promophobia: Taking the Mystery Out of Promoting Crime Fiction. Published by Sisters in Crime, the read is available in digital and print formats at Amazon and other vendors. The SMFS list members in the book are:    

 

Paula Benson’s essay, "Shorts Deserve Promotion, Too," is in the section, Fear of Social Media.

Leslie Budewitz’s essay, “’Meet Our Local Author!’-Big Opportunities in Small Towns,” is in the section, Fear of Thinking Outside the Box.

Debra H. Goldstein’s essay, “Surviving Obstacles In Your Chosen Career,” is in the section, Fear of the Book Community.

Teresa Inge’s essay, “Think Outside the Brick-and-Mortar Box,” is in the section, Fear of Events.

G.M. Malliet’s essay, “Asking for Endorsements, or Getting to Yes,” is in the section Fear of the Book Community.

Paul D. Marks’ essay, “About-face: My 180-Degree Turn re: Facebook,” is in the section, Fear of Social Media.

Edith Maxwell’s essay, “A Unique Promotion,” is in the section, Fear of Thinking Outside the Box.

Gigi Pandian’s essay, “Promotion Through Following Your Passion,” is in the section, Fear of the Book Community.

Terry Shames’ essay, “Try Something New,” is in the section, “Fear of Events.”

James W. Ziskin’s essay, “Great Giveaways or Just Junk,” in the section, Fear of Connecting With Readers.

 

Synopsis:

AUTHOR OVERBOARD

Publishing a book can be scary. Figuring out how to promote it can be straight-up frightening. When the seas of book promo make you feel adrift in unfriendly tides, keeping your head above water can be difficult. Enter PROMOPHOBIA, a collection of essays that just might save the life of your book.

 

SINK OR SWIM

Divided into categories: Identifying Your Niche, Book Community, Social Media, Online Promo, Publicity, Connecting With Readers, Going On Your Own or Participating with a Group, Events, and Thinking Outside the Box, PROMOPHOBIA will open your eyes to the opportunities around you. The contributing authors share their personal experiences about what’s worked for them (and in a few humorous cases, what didn’t) to provide a beacon. You’re no longer in the dark. You’re not swimming alone.

 

If you’ve ever wondered if you could have done more for your latest book launch, then this book is for you. If you’re tired of relying on the same old strategies release after release, then this book is for you. If you want to readjust your sails and angle for a fresh gust of wind to carry you farther on your writing journey, then this book is for you.

 

A RISING TIDE LIFTS ALL BOATS

This is not a how-to book. It's an anecdotal anthology of essays about seeing possibilities, building connections, believing in our work, making mistakes, totally f*ing up, and trying something new. It is a collection of stories told over smoothies at the gym or drinks at the bar, shared with the same spirit of community that infuses Sisters in Crime.

 

The next time you find yourself swimming in dark promotional waters, read an essay or two from PROMOPHOBIA. Instead of drowning in fear, you'll find yourself saying, "I'm going to need a bigger book."

 

ABOUT SISTERS IN CRIME:

Sisters in Crime is the premier crime writing association focused on equity and inclusion in our community and in publishing. Founded in 1986 to represent and advocate for women crime writers, we celebrate and honor this history with our name while we continue to work for all who share our commitment to and love for a vibrant, inclusive community. Our 4,500+ members enjoy access to tools to help them learn, grow, improve, thrive, and reinvent if necessary. They also gain a community of supportive fellow writers and readers, both peers to share the peaks and valleys of writing, and mentors to model the way forward.