Educating Authors on Publishing & Marketing
Get Book Savvy helps current and aspiring authors simplify the process of publishing and marketing their books. Frances Keiser and Jane Wood are award-winning authors and publishers with more than twenty years’ experience. Together they offer workshops and seminars that include publishing options, book production, printing, distribution, fulfillment, and marketing. They’ll answer your specific questions to help you understand what it takes to make your book a success.
There’s more to publishing a book than writing a good story. Learn some of the tricks of the trade from two experienced authors, publishers, and instructors. One-on-one guidance or consultation is also available.
Hi Jane, I work with Cheryl Lemine at Lavilla School of the Arts. She told me to check out this website and write to you. I have given her a manuscript I have written and she is reviewing but I have some more questions. I have contacted two companies and they have agreed to publish, but I wanted your insight about the proper procedures, etc.
It took two years to complete the first manuscript and two more to write the sequel. I am very excited but know no one personally that has self published. I value Cheryl’s advice, so when I can, I look forward to speaking with you. Thanks for any help you can give me. Denise
Denise, how exciting! You’ve finished a manuscript and have two publishers interested. Both Frances and I have self published books. We would be glad to help you better understand the publishing process. Feel free to give me a call and we can set up an appointment. You may also want to attend our next class on “Publishing 101″ on May 19, 2012, from 1:00-5:00 pm at the First Coast Technical College in St. Augustine. The cost is $49 and you will learn a great deal. Even if you go with a traditional publisher, there are many things you should know so you can market and promote your book as effectively as possible. Much of the marketing will fall on your shoulders and much of it is time-sensitive. Give me a call and we can discuss your options.
Jane R. Wood, 904-268-9572
I recently self-published my first picture book and had no idea what to do next. Thankfully, I found Frances and Jane and had a consultation. Not only are these two women a wealth of information, they are truly genuine and sincerely want to help me get myself off the ground with this new venture. I know this process can seem overwhelming at times and it might make you shove your book in a drawer for years, but I want everyone to know that you can do it and Frances and Jane are here to help you! You don’t have an excuse anymore! You have a safety net! Do it!
Thank you so much for your help.
Ann Marie Skordy
Thanks Ann Marie. It’s a pleasure working with you and we expect to see you doing good things with your children’s picture book, Start With Your Heart, it’s a great book and deserves attention.
Ann Marie, thanks for your kind words. You’ve got a cute book and we’d love to help you take it to the next level.
Jane Wood
Barbara, I wanted to let you know that we have another all-day book publishing retreat coming up on September 10. It will be held at the House on Cherry Street in the Riverside area of Jacksonville. We would love to help you and your daughter make your children’s book a reality. Check out the details regarding the retreat on our website, or feel free to contact me at 904-268-9572.
Jane R. Wood
jane@getbooksavvy.com
http://www.getbooksavvy.com
Dear Jane,
I am a now retired 4th grade teacher from Mayport Elementary in Jacksonville. You have come to our school the past two years for our 4th grade family night and to talk to our students. My daughter and I are wanting to begin working on a children’s book and are eager to learn all the ins and outs of how to begin, publish, everything! Your seminar sounds wonderful, but we will be out of town. I will also be out of town on the 28th for your other event, but hope my daughter can come. We will keep in touch with this website to see what other events you may have in the future. So sorry we can’t make this one. Sincerely, Barbara
Barbara, thanks for writing to us. I’m thrilled that you and your daughter are thinking of writing a children’s book. What a wonderful experience for her… and you too! We’d be glad to help you “learn the ropes.” We will be offering other workshops in the future, so keep checking our website. Jane R. Wood