advice on boosktore visits - CrimeSpace2024-03-28T17:48:30Zhttp://crimespace.ning.com/forum/topics/537324:Topic:46952?feed=yes&xn_auth=noThanks a lot JD. I posted thi…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-06-10:537324:Comment:474252007-06-10T19:54:07.862ZBill Kirtonhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/billkk
Thanks a lot JD. I posted this query as a tentative cry for help - the replies I've received are all suggesting ways of turning the trip into a very positive promotional excursion. I don't think I'll make Seattle, but Cambridge Mass is a great suggestion.
Thanks a lot JD. I posted this query as a tentative cry for help - the replies I've received are all suggesting ways of turning the trip into a very positive promotional excursion. I don't think I'll make Seattle, but Cambridge Mass is a great suggestion. Jordan, many thanks. I'd neve…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-06-10:537324:Comment:474242007-06-10T19:51:39.246ZBill Kirtonhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/billkk
Jordan, many thanks. I'd never thought of the library angle but, now that you spell it out, it seems an obvious connection. I;m amazed at the responses I'm getting here and what started out as an idea of visiting the occasional store here and there is beginning to look much more adventurous. Thanks a lot for the suggestions.
Jordan, many thanks. I'd never thought of the library angle but, now that you spell it out, it seems an obvious connection. I;m amazed at the responses I'm getting here and what started out as an idea of visiting the occasional store here and there is beginning to look much more adventurous. Thanks a lot for the suggestions. I'll second Murder by the Boo…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-06-10:537324:Comment:474112007-06-10T18:06:59.358ZJ.D. Rhoadeshttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/JDRhoades
I'll second Murder by the Book in Houston...they do a great job of promoting your appearance and they're just all around great folks.<br />
Kate's Mystery Books in Cambridge Mass. is good.<br />
Never been to Seattle Mystery Bookstore, but they've been very supportive of my stuff as well.
I'll second Murder by the Book in Houston...they do a great job of promoting your appearance and they're just all around great folks.<br />
Kate's Mystery Books in Cambridge Mass. is good.<br />
Never been to Seattle Mystery Bookstore, but they've been very supportive of my stuff as well. I wouldn't rule out the indep…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-06-10:537324:Comment:474092007-06-10T18:02:31.367ZJordan Danehttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/JordanDane
I wouldn't rule out the independent stores. Some of them are large and have newsletters to promote your visit. The other thing that can make this trip into an amazing opportunity is to find some receptive libraries to host and promote your tour. My local writers group hosted an afternoon extravaganza with our local booksellers and librarians and got great feedback on how an author can promote better in their venues. If you arrange for a bookseller to transact sales at a library on your behalf…
I wouldn't rule out the independent stores. Some of them are large and have newsletters to promote your visit. The other thing that can make this trip into an amazing opportunity is to find some receptive libraries to host and promote your tour. My local writers group hosted an afternoon extravaganza with our local booksellers and librarians and got great feedback on how an author can promote better in their venues. If you arrange for a bookseller to transact sales at a library on your behalf after a speaking engagement, you can get some larger libraries to set up the speaking engagement with a booksigning afterwards. These can work great and since you're already in the city, why not add a library or two? And don't forget to sign stock at the chains. If you call ahead to let them know you're coming, they may have inventory for you to sign. You could be very busy if you choose to be. Thank you Patricia. Your sugg…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-06-09:537324:Comment:471702007-06-09T07:14:35.387ZBill Kirtonhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/billkk
Thank you Patricia. Your suggestions make me want to turn the trip into a several months tour - if only to see these places you identify. One day maybe. Meantime, what youmrecommend has been added to my 'to-do' list.
Thank you Patricia. Your suggestions make me want to turn the trip into a several months tour - if only to see these places you identify. One day maybe. Meantime, what youmrecommend has been added to my 'to-do' list. Many thanks Neil. I'll define…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-06-09:537324:Comment:471692007-06-09T07:11:12.807ZBill Kirtonhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/billkk
Many thanks Neil. I'll defineitely be in Florida so I'll get in touch with the outlets you mention well in advance.
Many thanks Neil. I'll defineitely be in Florida so I'll get in touch with the outlets you mention well in advance. Thanks a lot Libby. Very usef…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-06-09:537324:Comment:471682007-06-09T07:10:12.616ZBill Kirtonhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/billkk
Thanks a lot Libby. Very useful tips. Your point about the specialist stores applies in the UK too, I think.
Thanks a lot Libby. Very useful tips. Your point about the specialist stores applies in the UK too, I think. If you come to south Florida,…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-06-09:537324:Comment:471292007-06-09T00:48:07.153ZNeil Plakcyhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/neilplakcy
If you come to south Florida, there are two great independent bookstores to visit, both of whom do a good job of turning out audiences. Murder on the Beach is a lovely little bookstore in Delray Beach, and Books and Books has several branches in Miami, including their main store in Coral Gables.
If you come to south Florida, there are two great independent bookstores to visit, both of whom do a good job of turning out audiences. Murder on the Beach is a lovely little bookstore in Delray Beach, and Books and Books has several branches in Miami, including their main store in Coral Gables. I would concentrate on the my…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-06-08:537324:Comment:470822007-06-08T22:00:54.608ZLibby Hellmannhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Libbyfh
I would concentrate on the mystery bookstores in the areas you'll be visiting. You can Google a list of them, go to IMBA (Independent Mystery Bookstore Assn), or find them on <a href="http://www.cluelass.com">www.cluelass.com</a>. I think you'll get a friendlier reception than you will at the chains, IMHO.
I would concentrate on the mystery bookstores in the areas you'll be visiting. You can Google a list of them, go to IMBA (Independent Mystery Bookstore Assn), or find them on <a href="http://www.cluelass.com">www.cluelass.com</a>. I think you'll get a friendlier reception than you will at the chains, IMHO. Many thanks, Joyce. I have fr…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-06-08:537324:Comment:470182007-06-08T20:40:56.335ZBill Kirtonhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/billkk
Many thanks, Joyce. I have friends in PA, so that might well be a possibility. (Although those particular friends don't know it yet. :)
Many thanks, Joyce. I have friends in PA, so that might well be a possibility. (Although those particular friends don't know it yet. :)