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Face The Book TV
by Charlotte Pierce
Do you have a book in you? Face The Book TV brings you the how-to of independent publishing. Regular segments include Author Spotlight and Ask the Experts, featuring expert panelists, indie authors, and publishers from Independent Publishers of New England and the Independent Book Publishers Association.
Episodes
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S4E1: Publisher-Author Dialogue
An ongoing "Publishing Basics" series with Emerald Lake Books publisher Tara Alemany Hosted by Charlotte PIerce, Pierce Press, in collaboration with Independent Publishers of New England As a publisher, what are the best practices for onboarding an author and sustaining a productive relationship?...
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S3E11: Finding Your Audience, with Jennia D'Lima
Jennia D'Lima will present at this year's 12th Annual IPNE Publishers & Authors Conference on finding and marketing to your book's audience. To learn more about her and to see a sample of her portfolio, please visit: https://jenniaedits.com. Jennia is also a senior editor at Sword & Silk Books....
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S3E10: Ukrainian volunteers crowdfund for victory
In this episode, author Oleg Veretskiy joins Ukrainian wine exporter Tanya Kagitina. Neither had any idea the turn their lives would take on Feb. 24, 2022. In this podcast, we explore how Tanya and her sister pivoted their lives to support the country's struggle for freedom. Tanya is joined by...
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S3E9: Impact of Video in Book Marketing with Edie Clarke
Today we preview this exciting session at the IPNE Conference on Nov. 3-4 with Edie Clarke, an experienced, and can we say gifted, video producer and YouTube strategist. Edie works with client to how how they can use video to grow organically, how different video types can highlight expertise and...
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S3E8: The Power of the Story, with Leon Conrad
All the way from London, award-winning author & IPNE Conference speaker Leon Conrad previews his presentation for the Nov 3-4 Conference. Conrad looks at story from a different angle - exploring the deep structure of story - seeing how thinking about life as story can inform and enhance the…
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S3E7: DO NOT WRITE A BOOK! (Until you attend this session.)
You don’t want to miss this high-energy session at the IPNE Conference on Nov. 3-4 with writing and publishing experts Alyssa Berthiaume and Bridgett McGowen-Hawkins. You’ll receive insider secrets on how to avoid some of the biggest writing and publishing mistakes. In short, do not write a book…
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S3E6: LIVE from Ukraine: Author & Frontline Volunteer, Oleg Veretskiy
Our new author, Oleg Veretskiy has made the time to come on our livestream to answer your questions and talk about his writing and his work supporting the frontline in Ukraine.We hope you’ll join us for this special opportunity to gain insight into the life of this committed volunteer and writer…
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S3E5: Emily Enger on "Minimalist Marketing"
Emily Enger previews her IPNE Conference presentation on how authors can gain visibility, connect with readers, and make industry partnerships without hustling or being constantly overwhelmed. In fact, she says, a "minimalist marketing" strategy is actually better for long-term success. Here...
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S3E4: emPowering Authors with Stephanie Feger
Meet IPNE 2023 Conference speaker Stephanie Feger, book marketing strategist with emPower Group. She'll be presenting at the IPNE Publishers & Authors Conference, 11/4-5: Register for the IPNE 2023 Publishers & Authors Conference at https://IPNE.org/events Book marketing is a benefit to authors…
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S3E3: Successful Book Events: A Seasoned Publisher's Proven Strategies
It's the season for planning & setting up summer & fall book events and our guest expert, Deidre Randall of Peter E. Randall, Publisher is working with her authors on best practices for event booking success. In this episode, host Scott Channell will talk with Deidre about her top steps for...
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S3E2: REWILDING, A Conversation with Author Manoj Gautam
COMMON EARTH, Season 4 , Episode 1 CLICK HERE to watch the video replay Join us for this interview with Manoj Gautam, community-based conservation activist, former executive director of the Jane Goodall Institute of Nepal, and 2014 recipient of the Future for Nature prize. "Rewilding" is not just...
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S3E1: Invisible to Viral: A Self-Publishing Success Story
Since her frank Twitter post lamenting light attendance at her Ohio book signing, debut novelist Chelsea has been interviewed by major news organizations like USA Today and NPR, and she quickly landed a crackerjack agent. But her story wasn’t just a fluke. Chelsea Banning is a librarian, her…
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#IPNECon22 Preview #2: BookTok, Publicity, Audiobooks
In this 30th episode of Face The Book TV, IPNE board member and business publisher Scott Channell talks with IPNECon22 Conference Coordinator, Mary Catherine Jones about the amazing experts we’ve lined up for the 2022 Nov. 18-19 Authors & Publishers Conference, “Make Better Books & Sell More of...
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#IPNECon22 Preview #1: Keywords, Amazon Ads, Productivity
In this episode, Face The Book TV produer Charlotte Pierce, Pierce Press, and business publisher Scott Channell preview 3 hot topics of the speakers for the 2022 Nov. 18-19 Authors & Publishers Conference, “Make Better Books & Sell More of Them.” Previewing this week: Michael La Ronn, topic “How…
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Face The Book TV #28: Websites that Sell Books
Your author/publisher website is arguably the most important element of your book marketing plan. Our experts discuss key elements of your website that can help you sell more books. Are you prepared to build a professional author/publisher website and increase your book sales? The most…
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Face The Book TV #27: Sell More Books Via Email
Okay, it may not be your favorite publishing task, but a robust email list is the cornerstone of a successful book marketing plan. And once you start seeing results, we guarantee you’ll enjoy the task more! Hosts & IPNE board members Charlotte Pierce & Scott Channell present best practices for...
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Face The Book TV #26: Building an Effective Author Platform
"The simplest definition of 'author platform' is your ability to sell books based on your network of people." - Joel Pitney, Launch My Book This episode of Face The Book TV focuses on the core elements of an author platform - website, mailing list, social media - in that order. You can also...
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Face The Book TV #25: The Nuts & Bolts of Publishing Your First Book
This is part one of a four-part series designed to help you kick-start your book projects. Producer and host Charlotte Pierce of Face The Book TV & Pierce Press discusses the "first book" checklist with successful publisher Scott Channell. Both are also board members at Independent Publishers of...
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On the Edge of Wild, with Master Falconer Shawn Hayes
To see a falcon materialize from the sky in a colossal burst of power in pursuit of prey and to realize the falconer’s role, is to enter a new understanding of the natural world, one that takes you to the “edges of existence,” as falconer John Szabo has put it. In this pilot episode of our series...
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Face The Book TV #23: The Great Book Editor Search
Before you ask Aunt Nancy to edit your precious manuscript, consider choosing an experienced, professional editor who will have the skills to refine the readability, and ultimately, the marketability of your book. Professional book editor Megan Harris joins host Charlotte Pierce to discuss best...
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Paige Allen Takes Helm at Ingram Spark
New Ingram Spark director Paige Allen will keynote the 10th Annual Conference of the Independent Publishers of New England, Nov. 5-7. In this pre-conference livestream and podcast (click here for livestream recording), Ms. Allen, who took over the helm at the POD company in 2020, previews her...
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Comp Titles - What Makes Your Book Unique?
What makes your book unique? Our experts show you how to research "comp" titles and peg your niche! Even (or especially) when your book is just a twinkle in your eye, researching what "competing" or "complementary" books are published can help you refine your niche and identify your readers. And...
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Copyright Small-Claims Court
Welcome to Face The Book TV, Season 2, Episode 20! Video recorded May 13, 2020 on our YouTube channel GUEST: Christopher Kenneally, Dir. of Marketing, Copyright Clearance Center HOST: Charlotte Pierce, Pierce Press & Independent Publishers of New England AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Sheryl Davis, author…
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Print-On-Demand vs. Print Run
The Indie Decision: Print-On-Demand vs. Print Run Livestream recording at https://piercepress.com/face-the-book-tv As an indie publisher or author/publisher, you have an important decision to make if you're producing "real" books: print-on-demand (POD) or a digital or offset print run. Host Eddie...
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Book Marketing Timeline
As an independent author, when you should you start marketing your book? How about as soon as you know you want to write a book!? Even if your publication date is 5 years away, there's a lot you can do right now that will enhance your book's success. Even if you publishing through a traditional...
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Awards: Is Your Book a Winner?
Could your book be a contender? This episode of Face The Book TV will help you make a wise selection from the many available book awards programs and so your return in book sales exceeds the cost of application fees. Receiving an award can help you reach new readers and bring requests for author...
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Face The Book TV #16: Amazon & Facebook Advertising
Face The Book TV #16 In a crowded online marketplace, one of the few ways you may be able to get eyeballs on your book or brand is through paid advertising. In this episode, Ian Lamont, award-winning author of the In30Minutes Guides and CEO of LeanMedia, answers your questions about factors like...
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2020 IPNE Authors & Publishers Conference
For nearly a decade, the Annual Conference of the Independent Publishers of New England (IPNE.org) has been the region’s leading indie publishing event for anyone who wants to take their authoring and publishing business to new heights. This fall’s event promises to be the most exciting in recent...
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Face The Book TV #10: Keys to Successful Online Book Events
Face The Book TV dives into the topic of online book events, with tips & resources on how to leverage this new reality for book launches & promotion. Host IPNE president Eddie Vincent interviews renowned publicist Skye Wentworth, along with authors Greg Josephs (The Confluence); and…
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Face The Book TV #9: Here's My Manuscript - Now What?
Independent publishing is not for the faint of heart - although access to technology has demolished the stranglehold of the traditional publishing "gatekeepers," you will have to acquire the skills, invest the time, or hire the talent (or all three) required to professionally publish and...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Do you have a book in you? Face The Book TV brings you the how-to of independent publishing. Regular segments include Author Spotlight and Ask the Experts, featuring expert panelists, indie authors, and publishers from Independent Publishers of New England and the Independent Book Publishers Association.
HOSTED BY
Charlotte Pierce
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