Category: Book Fairs

Show Us Your Book Hook (Elevator Pitch)

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Yeah. I got it, dude. You wrote a book
about people and things and stuff…

Can you describe the essence of your book in 50 words or less? If you don’t have an elevator pitch for your book, don’t be surprised if people start wandering off behind the little animals when you start to tell them what it’s about. The EM covered writing an elevator pitch for your book. If you haven’t read that article yet, go check it out. We’ll wait.

Today, we’ll try out our elevator pitches. Remember, you get only 50 words to hook your reader by explaining what your book is really about. You may have to leave all the fancy trim work off. Ready to give it a shot? In the comment section below, post only the following information:

  • The title of your book
  • Your 50 word elevator pitch
  • The Amazon link to your book
  • Where will you share the link to this post so others can join in the fun.

Here is one for an example:

UPGRADE
A wealthy but homely software designer undergoes a mysterious procedure that makes him attractive to others. With his newly-found good looks, he makes up for years of rejection by indulging in every opportunity. Emotionally unprepared for this bounty – he fails to realize his behavior has consequences beyond anything he imagined.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004W0C5CA
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We replace  the links with clickable book cover images. Do not attempt to insert an image in comments on your own.

This feature is not restricted to bargain books or freebies. You can put in as many books as you wish, but only one book per comment, please. NO erotica, religious, or political titles.

One-liners Valentine’s Edition

attempt at romanceIf your book were a conversation, what is the one sentence someone might overhear that would make them want to listen to more? Let’s see if you can intrigue, entice, and invite readers with one line from your book. Since yesterday was Valentine’s Day, let’s go with something romantic. Or an attempt at being romantic. We don’t care which. (Just keep it safe-for-work, please.)

Go ahead and show off your writing chops. This feature is NOT restricted to bargain books. One line per book. One entry per comment, please.

We will convert your link to a clickable book cover. Do not attempt to insert an image in comments on your own.

Just put the following information in the comment section:

1. ONE SENTENCE of narrative or dialogue from your book (not a paragraph – not an exchange between characters, and no F-Bombs or sex scenes);

2. The title of the book from whence that that gem of writing came;

3. The Amazon link so people can go and buy that book! (We’re only doing Amazon this time around); and

4.  Where you are going to SHARE THE LINK to this amazing opportunity (FB, Twitter, StumbleUpon, etc…) Why? Because we’re nosy that way.

Use the share buttons below, or copy the link in the address bar above and share the news on your favorite social media platforms. The more, the merrier, right?

Not sure you get how to do it? Here’s an example for you:

1. He puffed his chest out like an anemic rooster, then swept Lila off her feet and threw her over his shoulder.
2. Triple Dog Dare
3. http://www.amazon.com/Triple-Dog-Dare-K-Brooks-ebook/dp/B00EWCNYVE/
4. Will share this post to LinkedIn author groups, FB reader groups, Twitter, and StumbleUpon!

So let’s give it a try, shall we? Please make sure to follow the RULES above. Now, go ahead and entice the world with your best shot. IU is a safe-for-work site. PLEASE do not post links to erotica, religious, or political titles.

The 2013 Flash Fiction Anthology Now Available!

IU 2013 Flash Fiction Anthology Great news: the Indies Unlimited 2013 Flash Fiction Anthology is now available in print and eBook! It will look great on your ereader, coffee table, bookshelf, and even in your hands while reading.

We’ve got two print editions available; both contain the outstanding collection of works from flash fiction all-stars. The Standard version sports black and white photos to keep the price at an economical $7.99 (or whatever Amazon happens to decide the price should be). The Deluxe edition’s pages are rich with luxurious full color photographs for those who demand the very best.

The eBook is available in all Amazon stores as well as Smashwords and its distribution channels.

Photographs by K. S. Brooks. Prompts by Stephen Hise. Authors with stories in the anthology include: Tui Allen, David Antrobus, Robert K. Blechman, Lynne Cantwell, A.V. Carden, M.T. Decker, Ed Drury, AC Flory, Yvonne Hertzberger, Jacqueline Hopkins, Jon Jefferson, Leonard Little, Marjorie McCoy, Rich Meyer, S.A. Molteni, S P Mount, Matt J Pike, Maggie Rascal/M. P. Witwer, Ben Steele, Kathy Steinemann, Dick C. Waters, Mandy White, Renee Pierce Williams, and Sherri Cook Woosley.

The Indies Unlimited 2013 Flash Fiction Anthology is AVAILABLE NOW at the following online bookstores:

Amazon.com: Kindle, Standard Edition print, Deluxe Edition print

Smashwords: eBook  (If you have a story in the anthology, contact us for your free coupon!)

Createspace: Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition. If you’re one of the authors, make sure to check your email for your special discount coupon!

Don’t be the last kid on the block to get one!

One-liners

Best lines from booksIf your book were a conversation, what is the one sentence someone might overhear that would make them want to listen to more? Let’s see if you can intrigue, entice, and invite readers with one line from your book.

Here is a chance to show off your writing chops. This feature is NOT restricted to bargain books. One line per book. One entry per comment, please.

We will convert your link to a clickable book cover. Do not attempt to insert an image in comments on your own.

Just put the following information in the comment section:

1. ONE SENTENCE of narrative or dialogue from your book (not a paragraph – not an exchange between characters, and no F-Bombs or sex scenes);

2. The title of the book from whence that that gem of writing came;

3. The Amazon link so people can go and buy that book! (We’re only doing Amazon this time around); and

4.  Where you are going to SHARE THE LINK to this amazing opportunity (FB, Twitter, StumbleUpon, etc…) Why? Because we’re nosy that way.

Use the share buttons below, or copy the link in the address bar above and share the news on your favorite social media platforms. The more, the merrier, right?

Not sure you get how to do it? Here’s an example for you:

1. “Vengeance is one of life’s great motivators.”
2. Lust for Danger
3. http://www.amazon.com/Lust-Danger-K-S-Brooks-ebook/dp/B004SREG42/
4. Will share this post to LinkedIn author groups, FB reader groups, Twitter, and StumbleUpon!

So let’s give it a try, shall we? Please make sure to follow the RULES above. Now, go ahead and entice the world with your best shot. IU is a safe-for-work site. PLEASE do not post links to erotica, religious, or political titles.