07-26-2011 08:18 PM
I'd like to write a letter to some independent bookstores in my state but I can't find a sample letter online, coule anyone help me?
07-26-2011 10:50 PM - edited 07-26-2011 10:51 PM
Such letters rarely work. Even phoning them may get the cold shoulder. Even going to see them face to face is not a good idea without an appointment.
I doubt such exact 'stock' letters exist, but you know what you want to say and why, just say it politely, and if you must send them a letter, then send it with a sample book.
There are a few sample letters here >>> http://www.sampleletters.org/ but you will still have to re-do them to match your needs.
PS: does no one read the main heading of this part of the forum?
07-27-2011 05:16 AM
kevinlomas wrote:
PS: does no one read the main heading of this part of the forum?
Kevin
This forum says
07-27-2011 10:56 PM
07-28-2011 08:56 AM - edited 07-28-2011 08:57 AM
kevinlomas wrote:
t one would have thought that Advice Corner would be advice on how to get out of writer's block!
I didn't take it to mean subject to do with having 'writers' block' but a place to discuss things other than the subjects already catered for and that the name -- The Writers Block was like a pub name ...
I think having a area marked advice there is not a good idea.
08-06-2011 10:39 PM
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09-25-2011 05:06 AM
It might be easier to ask someone else to help promote your work - you could return the favour by promoting theirs. It seems less personal when you get the inevitable rejections but I do think this is worth working at.
09-25-2011 05:08 AM
One thing I'd add is consider offering a small sample of books on a sale or return basis - that way you are minimiizing any risk to the store - if they sell the first batch they'll soon be asking for more.
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09-29-2011 10:58 AM - edited 09-29-2011 11:03 AM
Terrific idea Patrick...I am now calling bookstores and sending email re book signings and sales.
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