I would like to crave your indulgence and support. You know the greatest hurdle that lies before any indie-writer is not about getting the book written and published; it’s selling the book. Marketing is a humungous task.
Most of us would be enthralled to simply focus on spewing out the words and hoping the books will somehow sell themselves, unfortunately in the self-publishing business, it simply doesn’t work that way and all the best wishes from others don’t sell any books. What works is a pragmatic approach.
As most of you know, I just published my second poetry book ‘Unbridled,’ and going by experience gained from the first book Out of The Silent Breath – which was supported by several friends in this space and helped to instil my confidence to forge ahead – I have to buckle down, dig in my heels and jump into doing the needful.
As we speak, I am still learning the ropes, this is why I turn to all my friends in Bloglandia since I don’t have funds to run big marketing campaigns.
I am trying to create a buzz around ‘Unbridled,’ and would appreciate any support and leg up that I can get from all of you.
Would you be willing to grant me and my book an audience in your blog space, in any form that you deem suitable, such as book feature, blogger interview, book tour, book review etc? Also, if you’ve got pointers in any direction – authors/bloggers who support fellow authors, I would be glad to go begging cap in hand 😉
I understand that asking for support might be a bit imposing, but I also know that this journey is not one that I can embark on alone.
No matter how much I pride myself with the capability of pushing forward by myself, we also have an African proverb that says “if you want to go fast, go alone, but if you want to go far, go together.”
I choose to go far alongside others, even if our walk may be slower. Please help. I look forward to hearing from you.
My regards,
Jacqueline
Available in paperback on Amazon
I Am Judging You
‘Why do you write like this,
don’t you worry that people will sit and judge?’
she asked me.
‘I’ve grown too old to worry about being judged;
for judgement has been my portion for as long as I know,’
I replied.
I don’t shield my words in niceties,
afraid to cause you to blush.
I don’t say my words to cause shame,
but yes, I’m judging you.
I can’t pretend that we are friends enough
to write things only relatable
and swallow my words to please you
‘cos that would be dishonest,
I’ll be lying to myself.
Jacqueline Oby-Ikocha is a gifted word weaver whose poems are snapshot vignettes of life to which readers can relate. Her story poems transverse a range of emotions that provokes profound thoughts and evokes dreams and deep desires of the heart. Deborah Palmer
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Glad that I was able to help and my vacation starts Friday. My brother Stephen will be with me for the first four days but I will do my best to spread the word about your new book and create buzz!
Hugs!
God Bless my friend!! ❤ ❤ ❤
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Thank you so much Deborah for making time to support a friend, I deeply appreciate it. I hope you two have a great time together. From all the pictures you share Stephen always looks contented. Bless you ((Hugs))
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Would you like for me to share this post on my blog? I can certainly do that.
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That would be a pleasure. Thank you 🙂
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Ok. I just posted a recipe though and will wait until the end of the week to post your blog. You are very welcome. I hope one day that I will be able to publish a book.
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That’s brilliant. You’ll be surprised how soon you can do it and once you get started the bug to publish won’t leave you alone 😉
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reblogged on Obsolete Childhood. Will be happy to post once a week, once a day…whatever will help you Jacqui!!
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You are a sweetheart Suze 🙂
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I’d be happy to review your book in exchange for a copy via ebook.
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It’s not yet available as ebook, just paperback till the end of this month. I can send you a PDF but the challenge is that Amazon may not allow you to write a review without buying the book. If the PDF is okay with you, let me have you email address. Thank you so much.
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The pdf would be fine. I will review it on my blog and can also post it on Barnes and Noble? If I like it, chances are good that I would purchase it on Amazon and leave a review there as well. Cass_Smith@Comcast.net.
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Hi Jacqueline, I have pressed you on my page and asked for help for you on my Facebook page too. 🌹💜
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Thank you dear Willow 🙂
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My pleasure 💖
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Traci Kenworth does a lot of work with budding writers. I’m sure if you get in touch with her on wordpress and she likes your work that she’ll support you. Of course, I have no idea for sure but it’s worth a try. Good luck
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Thank you for this feedback. Could I have her URL to her site so that I can contact her. My appreciations.
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tracikenworth.wordpress.com
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Reblogged this on Fleeting Muse and commented:
Second book of poetry from an aspiring author.
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I would like to share with you my friend and fellow blogger’s new poetry book!! Hercpoetry is deep and relatable and if you’re able I hope you support her by reading her new poetry book “Unbridled” available on Amazon. She has a first poetry book that was excellent too. I was blown away by how much her poems speak to every person who reads them, relatable to their life and issues,
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Mandi, you are simply a beautiful soul. Thanks a lot.
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Go here. Red can help you…
http://redmundpro.com/
Her home/blog/ site is:http://mommasmoneymatters.com, where there are more links, to her own work, and other resources… She’s a great lady, & I’m proud to call her a friend (I don’t have many, mostly by choice..), and believe her to be the smartest woman on the planet.
Good luck, loved the poem…
gigoid, the dubious.
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You are generous Gigoid. Thank you for taking the time to read and give me this information. I will certainly get in touch with her.
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*smile* You’re welcome. “It is in the shelter of each other people live.” — Irish proverb
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Hi Jacqueline,
Why not check out: https://twodropsofink.com. If they accept and publish two articles they will allow you to showcase your books. Just check out their submission guidelines and read a few posts to get a general idea of what they are about. They are a super-friendly and generous-hearted literary bunch. Good luck!
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Thank you dear Carol, will certainly check them out.
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Yes please do read the guidelines. I hope I haven’t got this wrong.
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Congratulations Jackie on your 2nd book. I just shared it on my facebook page and hope it’s okay. Will do a reblog on my blog tomorrow morning. Weldone Sis. You are a great inspiration to many bloggers on this platform. 🙂
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Dear Stella, thank you so much, my dear. I appreciate your generosity and words of encouragement. Bless you.
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You’re welcome. Done the reblog as well. I know it’s not always easy but God is your strength. The best to you. 🙂
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Thanks sis. It will all end in praise.
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Yes it will. I believe that. God has got you covered.
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Amen
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Some self publishes can be trusted to do the marketing they say they will do, I like Zondervan and one called Mill Stream, but do not know that they do the marketing as I have not had the initial 700-0000$ investment. Rowman and Littlefield ruined my Lear book as an e-book by charging 60$, and they never asked me even they could make an e-book of it, let alone set a price that assures it will not sell. The pirated version is easy enough to find. 10$, and we might both make some money (God forbid!).
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It’s really tough out there. Some small publishing firms do a lot to assist self-published authors, but in most cases you are solely on your own. I know how it must be disappointing to invest money and not get anything in return.
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Hi, I would love for you to write anything you want to say about your new book add the links and I will happily post it on my blog, tweet it and Facebook it. I know how difficult it can be to get a buzz going for your book.
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Thank you for your kind offer. Will definitely write up an article and send across to you. My sincere appreciations.
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good
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Check out Jackie’s new Poetry Book. Available on Amazon!
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Drop me an email innerchildart (at) yahoo (dot) com and let’s see if we can get you on my podcast, Tell Me a Story
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Aww Annette, you are awesome. Will do so.
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Have shared on Twitter Jacqui. I wish you all the best with your new book 🙂
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Lovely 😊
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Congrats dear Jacqueline. I will glad to post the cover of your book on my blog. I too have the same issue. I have been patient and have planned out a few venues to get the word out. I love your video. Post it everywhere you can. If you will send me an image file and I will put in my bookcase. Also get your book listed on Goodreads and Shelfari. Good luck!
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This is awesome. I will send it to you and look into Goodreads and Shelfari. Thank you for taking the time to do this 🙂
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No problem! Always glad to help a fellow blogger. Good Luck.
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Hi Jacqueline,
I too just posted the book on my Facebook page as well.
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Thank you, dear Melba. I appreciate this.
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You are welcome!
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Reblogged it and posted it on twitter. Good Luck:)
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Thank you for doing this.
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There are several respected and well followed Indian reviewers you could approach like Inderpreet Kaur’s Eloquent Articulations http://inderpreetuppal.com/ or KohlEyed me
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I will certainly get in touch with them. My appreciations 🙂
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You could also try https://kohleyedme.com/ who does great r views Shantala http://www.shanayatales.com/ who is based in the US or Damayanti D http://www.damyantiwrites.com/.
Damayanti in particular has experience in marketing books too .
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Thank you ma’am. This is useful information. I am going to go begging cap in hand 😉
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Hi, I have reviewed your book Unbridled on my blog. Hope you like it.
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https://twodropsofink.com/2017/08/23/authors-book-promote-like-a-pro/
Thought you might be interested in this post which gives links to places where you can list your book for free. Hope you find it useful Jacqueline.
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