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Mar
5
Sat
MARCH: Breaking News: How to Find and Work with the Local Media
Mar 5 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

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Authors and books love  … love publicity. Are You Getting Your Share?

And, is it the right publicity at the right time? AuthorU’s March Saturday Mornings will be like an onion … each layer will reveal new ahas, tips and the secret sauce to connect with print, radio and TV that could create a tipping point for your and your book.

Led by Rocky Mountain’s PBS Executive Producer and Colorado Matter’s host Cynthia Hessin, get ready to flip what you are doing to propel your publicity forward. Additional members of the Colorado community will be joining Cynthia from print and radio.

  • Does being on and in the media work for a book? For the author … or is it a waste of time?
  • What publicity should you be seeking?
  • How should you pitch “you”?
  • What type of follow is acceptable and what should be avoided?
  • What materials do you need and what are unnecessary?

Our morning session is dedicated for a Panel of local media pros (TV, radio and print). You will connect, get tips and tricks on how to reach out and connect for you and your book. Cynthia Hessin and Susan Gatschet will open your eyes and your ears.

Who is Cynthia Hessin?cynthiahessin1

As a member of the Rocky Mountain PBS News team, Cynthia is the executive producer and host of the weekly news/discussion program, Colorado State of Mind, and produces a variety of other projects for the statewide PBS network. A longtime Denver broadcast journalist, Hessin is familiar to the PBS audience for hosting a variety of award-winning specials, including coverage of elections and public policy issues, and appearances on the national PBS NewsHour.

Chnthia has also earned seven regional Emmy awards from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) for writing, producing and performance. In 2013 she was also admitted to the NATAS Silver Circle, an honor society which recognizes broadcast professionals who have worked in the industry for 25 years and have made substantial contributions to both their craft and their community.

A Denver-area native, Hessin previously worked as a news reporter and anchor at Denver television stations KCNC News 4 and KMGH Denver’s 7, where she specialized in government and policy news.  She began her broadcast career at Denver radio stations KHOW and KOA.

Susan Gatschet started volunteering at KUVO radio in 1996 and quickly gained a spot on the airwaves. Wearing a few hats, one is that she books guests for various spots of KUVO and she hosts Take Note, offering a richly diverse listening experience weekdays from 1-4 pm.

Susan is also a voice over artist, promoter, producer and camera operator. An avid photographer, Susan has shot thousands of live performances across the nation. 

 

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Standard Fee: $32


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ALL OTHERS (including BASIC): $45

REMOTE: Video and handouts one week after event (you must be registered BEFORE March 5th to take advantage of this) AU Members only $32

 
 

 

Nov
23
Sat
Annual Author Autumn Tea and Book Soiree @ Judith Briles’ home
Nov 23 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Celebrate the upcoming holiday season with 20 authors. Schmooze, sip tea, enjoy some delicious food, and pick up some books as gifts while you’re at it. It’s free to attend.  

You are invited …

It’s our Fall Author Tea where local Authors do a “show and tell,” offering their wonderful books on a perfect afternoon surrounded by cool people and delectable food. And it’s FREE. You are encouraged to bring friends.

The Holidays are coming … select the perfect gift and have it personalized—Books are the ideal gift—think kids, your friends … how about YOU?

We will have books in many genres, including: Mystery, Horror, Inspiration, Children-Juvenile, Cookbooks, Memoir, Military History, Women’s Fiction, Adventure, Health, Humor, Writings-Publishing, Fantasy and Self-Help.

Here’s what’s happening …

When:  SATURDAY, November 23rd  

Time:   1 – 4 pm

Where: Judith Briles’ home:  Heritage Eagle Bend, 8122 S Quatar Circle, Aurora CO  80016

Hosted by: Judith Briles

RSVP by telling Judith you are attending … it’s a FREEBIE and a perfect way to spend a few hours on a Saturday afternoon . Tell Judith NOW that you are coming (and how many guests you are bringing). Yes, you can invite your friends to come as well—the more, the merrier! We just want to make sure that we have plenty of food.

You can email your YES (with how many) to Judith directly at Judith@Briles.com put November Tea in the subject line, or text her at 303-885-2207 your YES (with how many).