Entries from June 2009
Discussing "Briefs" at the local library
Today I had the benefit book signing for the Anderson Humane Society. Although the ladies from the library and the humane society were both apologetic that more people didn’t come out, I was personally happy with how it went. Unlike two weeks ago when I didn’t sell a single book, I sold quite a few this time out. I was able to donate $50 to the Humane Society and had my single biggest book sales day to date. I definitely think having some one on one interaction is a must, people were able to ask questions, chit chat about whatever they wanted, and it didn’t feel like I was ‘selling’ as much as getting to know some nice people. We talked about dogs and the library and writing and reading and burgoo. Thanks Anderson Humane Society and Anderson Public Library!
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Tagged: Anderson Humane Society, Anderson Public Library, book signing, Marketing, publicity, viral marketing, word of mouth
The Anderson Library
I’d like to invite everyone to my second book signing. This one will be held at the Anderson Public Library in Lawrenceburg, KY on June 21st from 2 to 4 PM. I know it’s Father’s Day but really… what better gift for dad than a bathroom book? It’s just what every dad needs. This book signing will benefit the Anderson Humane Society. They will play host, providing food and drinks and $1 from every book sold will go to them. I will do some readings, talk about the process of publishing, and sign books.
In other news on July 30th I will be interviewed by the LEX18 News at 12:30. This is a pretty widely watched channel in Lexington and the interview should be a nice boost for the book. Tune in!
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Tagged: anderson county, benefit, book signing, briefs, Briefs for the Reading Room, Dan Marvin, humane society, Kentucky, Library, Marketing, promotion, reading
Joseph-Beth Book Signing
Dateline Lexington – June 7th, 2009… Police responded to a call due to overcrowding at the Joseph-Beth bookstore as Dan Marvin and 3 fellow Kentuckians signed their books. Tear gas and pepper spray failed to suppress the enthusiasm of the crowd and the event had to be cancelled after all the books were sold in the first 10 minutes…
Well, that’s not QUITE how it went. The four regional authors featured at June’s book signing at Joseph-Beth had a tranquil two hours of it. It was interesting to get out and meet other authors and share ideas though. I also got a contact for the LEX18 news producer, so I sent her an email to see if she wanted to feature my book on an upcoming segment. Here’s hoping my signing on the 21st will go better!
Speaking of interviews, there is now a link to my interview from last week on the right hand side of each page, feel free to check it out and let me know how I did. Unless I did poorly, then just check it out…
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Tagged: book signing, Briefs for the Reading Room, Joseph Beth, Kentucky, Lexington, Marketing, PR, promotion, regional authors day, signing
I’d like to invite anyone near Lexington to stop by the Joseph-Beth bookstore for my book signing. I’ll be part of the Regional Author’s Day which will take place from 2-4PM. Here is a blurb from the web site:
Regional Author Day
Mary Beth Hall, Daniel Marvin, James Claypool, and Hope Cundiff
Sunday, June 7
2:00-4:00 pm
- Mary Beth Hall signs Lessons From a Bald Chick
- Daniel Marvin signs Briefs for the Reading Room
- James Claypool signs Our Fellow Kentuckians
- Hope Cundiff signs Angel Took My Hand
Hope to see you there!
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Tagged: author signing, book signing, bookstore, Briefs for the Reading Room, Dan Marvin, Joseph Beth, Marketing, promotion, regional author day
