Monday, cloudy, chilly, awaiting showers, good day to stay in. Have lots to do. Cleaned up from weekend, finish wash, and take care of Grandma's problem TV. In the middle of everything, the Company calls. "Are you ready to talk marketing?" "Go for it," were the words. We did discuss the book returnability program. The book stores won't accept your book in the store unless you have this. I did find that out the other day talking with the Manager of Barnes & Noble. This is something they don't tell you up front or I was so overwhelmed, I didn't hear it. Yes, I did sign up for it. I want my book in the stores so everyone can at least see it. Also, I am begining to learn what it means to be a poor author! Yea, the book publisher has it all. I was all excited about the money I was getting for selling books, until Bob brought me up to date on how much I put in. No profits yet! Reality orientation!
They also said I need a "Sell sheet." If someone asked me before what it was, I would answer a sheet that states your sales. No! It's a portfolio. It includes a picture of the cover, summary of the book, Author biography and a few other things. Okay, so now I will start on that tonight. As soon as I finish the kitchen....
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