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When to use a press release and when to deliver a pitch

When to use a press release and when to deliver a pitch

Now that you know the advantages and disadvantages of press releases and pitches, here are my recommendations on when to use each one.
When to Use a Press Release 

As the “announcement of record” that you post online, preferably in your online press room.
When you must reach consumers directly and not take the chance that the media will cover your story. Consumers can find your press releases when they search online.
As the starting point for journalists. Even if you’re pitching, …

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Author Essentials: The 3 Ps … Pitch, Platform and Plan

Author Essentials: The 3 Ps … Pitch, Platform and Plan

When you talk … are the people you want to hear you listening? 
                       
 
When someone asks what your book is about, you Pitch … what do you say as you Pitch them your work and words? Do you stumble a bit? Do you start and stop your response until you get it out to the listener. Is the listener still listening? Or do …

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What’s New at the Author U Extravaganza – Pitching YOU and YOUR Book!

What’s New at the Author U Extravaganza – Pitching YOU and YOUR Book!

Oh my … 11 days and counting to the Author U Extravaganza … tic, tic, tic.Do you have two minutes? Here’s what’s happening in two weeks for authors … 

Just how good are you at pitching YOU and YOUR BOOK? If you are like the great majority of authors, not so hot.
 
 
Well, you will be after spending an hour with Mary Jo Fay … Creating Your 30 Second Elevator Pitch for Your Book is exactly what …

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