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What inspired you to write this book?
I started Book Promotion Newsletter in March 2003 because I was hungry for information on ways to promote my guidebooks. There was little available for authors. Two years later with nearly 1500 subscribers, I had enough material for a book and Book Marketing from A-Z was published in March 2005 by Infinity Publishing. Each new subscriber receives a questionnaire to complete, which has provided fodder for both newsletter and book.
How long did it take you to write it?
It took a few months to compile material and place each anecdote in its proper category.
What are major challenges that you have faced in your career?
As I said, coming up with “fresh ideas” posed greatest hurdle as a freelancer. Finding publishers was relatively easy in comparison.
Has Internet helped you in your writing career? How?
The Internet has turned my life around. I often joke that my next book will be entitled, “My Life on Line.” Without Internet, I would not have newsletter and thousands of supportive subscribers.
What do you advise new writers to do?
New writers should learn market. Read Writer’s Digest Magazine, take classes, network with other authors, and create a niche. Then buy a copy of Book Marketing from A-Z for a jump start on promotion.
Liana metal is a writer living in Greece. http://lianametal.tripod.com Have your interview online for free at http://liamet.tripod.com page: interviews