I will be on panels at the Archon49 this weekend.  Below are the panels.  If you are in the area, stop by and see me. Research Rabbit Hole Format: Panel 2 Oct 2026, Friday 16:00 - 17:00, Marquette A (Gateway Center) Researching a story can lead down fascinating (but not always productive) tangents. Learn how to organize re-research to spark story ideas, on-the-go research to flesh out drafts and revision, and when…

What if you had four chances to find the person you were supposed to marry—but your best friend was one of them? My science fiction romance Love In Space is having a Kindle Countdown! For a limited time, you can start Baila's journey for just 99¢. Baila Morgan is traveling aboard the USS Obama toward humanity's potential new home, Purpera.

Hello Authors, In our last issue, we talked about selling your books without feeling salesy. One of the easiest ways to do that is to stop making every promotional post a sales post. Your readers don't need to hear: "Buy my book." over and over again. They need different reasons to become interested in your book. That's where the 5-Touch Promotion Cycle…

Sylvia Hubbard invited me and Suprina Frazier to do a monthly chat about writing, the industry and friendship. We’re calling it 3 Chicks and Some Books. We plan on doing a monthly video. We had so much fun with the first episode. Take a look and let us know in the comments what you think and what should our next episode be about. Make sure to subscribe to my channel so you don't miss an episode.

Hello Authors, Have you ever written a promotional post for your book, looked at it, and thought: I don't want to sound like I'm always trying to sell something. You're not alone. Many authors are comfortable talking about writing, characters, research, and their publishing journey but the moment it's time to say, "Buy my book," they become uncomfortable. Here's what I want you to remember:

Hello Authors, Have you ever written a promotional post for your book, looked at it, and thought: I don't want to sound like I'm always trying to sell something. You're not alone. Many authors are comfortable talking about writing, characters, research, and their publishing journey but the moment it's time to say, "Buy my book," they become uncomfortable. Here's what I want you to remember:

Book Anniversary – Thank You Eleven years. Countless lessons. Wonderful readers. Amazing authors. Thank you for supporting Building Online Relationships over the years. Whether you've owned the book since day one or just discovered it, thank you for being part of this journey. Here's to the next chapter—and many more relationships built one reader at a time. ❤️ Happy 11th Anniversary!

Book Anniversary - Lesson #10: Offer Your Book In All Formats Eleven years later… I'm still learning. Every book teaches its author something new. I learned readers like different formats of reading. The first edition was available in ebook and print. For the Anniversary Edition, I was able to offer audio. The audio version introduce the book to an another set of readers who enjoy listening to their books.

Book Anniversary - Lesson #9: Update Your Books The world changes. Technology changes. Readers change. Keep your books fresh (new cover or updated content) so they continue serving new readers. Which one of your books can you update? Are You Ready To Start Building Relationships? Get Your Copy Today Building Online Relationships - Its available in: ebook – –

Lesson #8 : Your Book Is Still Alive Never give up on an older book. Every month someone new finds Building Online Relationships. Don’t forget books have a much longer life than we often realize. Has someone new found your book this week? Start Working On Your Book Promotion Plan - Get Your Copy Today Building Online Relationships - Its available in:

Lesson #7: Don't Stop With One Book For years I thought I only had one marketing book in me. I was wrong. One book became a series. Sometimes your readers are asking for the next book before you realize you should write it.Listen to them. Did you have a book that you thought was a standalone and it turned into a series?

Lesson #6: Word of Mouth Wins The best marketing happens when you're not in the room. When readers recommend your book...When clients tell their friends...When someone shares your name... That's when real momentum begins. Word of mouth is still the most powerful form of promotion. When was the last time someone talked about your book? Start Working On Your Book Promotion Plan - Get Your Copy Today Building Online Relationships - Its available in:

Lesson #5: Relationships Matter This book is called Building Online Relationships for a reason. The greatest gift hasn't been book sales. It's been the people. Readers.Authors.Clients.Friends. Relationships are still the most valuable thing you can build online. How do you make connections online? Start Working On Your Book Promotion Plan - Get Your Copy Today Building Online Relationships -  It's available in:

Lesson #4: Have Fun Promoting Promotion should never make you miserable. Early on I tried EVERYTHING. I nearly burned myself out. Now I focus on the parts I enjoy. When promotion is fun, consistency becomes much easier. What's your favorite way to connect with readers? Start Working On Your Book Promotion Plan - Get Your Copy Today Building Online Relationships - Its available in:

Lesson #3: Books Don't Sell Themselves Books don't sell themselves. They need an author willing to keep talking about them. I don't depend on luck. I depend on having a plan—and adjusting it as the publishing world changes. Consistency beats perfection every time. Do you create a book promotion plan? Start Working On Your Book Promotion Plan - Get Your Copy Today Building Online Relationships - Its available in:

Your book can take you places you never imagined. Because of one book I've had opportunities to teach, speak, coach, collaborate, and meet incredible people. Sometimes your first book isn't just a product. It's an introduction to your future. What's one door your book has opened? Building Online Relationships - Get your copy today. Its available in: ebook –

Lesson #1: Book Promotion Never Ends Just because you wrote a book doesn't mean people know it exists. One of the biggest lessons I teach from experience is that promotion doesn’t stop after the book launches. Promotion is forever. Every time you share your book, someone sees it for the very first time. Keep showing up. Have you showed up today?

Today I'm celebrating 11 years of Building Online Relationships – One Reader at a Time! When I published this book, I hoped it would help a few authors. Eleven years later, it has opened doors, created friendships, launched new opportunities, and helped shape everything I teach today. This week on the blog I'm sharing 11 lessons I've learned over the past 11 years.