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My First Book Published!

Discussion in 'General Chat' started by tmonte, Jun 7, 2012.

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    My first book just got published on Amazon.http://amzn.com/1470099551From the back cover...Business and Technology Integration is about the relationship within companies between business units and the information technology teams that support them. A strong relationship with clear communication can propel any company to greatness. A poor relationship can doom a company to failure. The book in your hands tries to bridge the gap between these two groups and establish a clear line of communication with common sense advice on how information technology teams work and how to work with business units.If anyone is interested in writing a book, I wrote a short blog post about the experience -> http://www.cerebellumstrategies.com/self-publish-createspace/. If you still have questions, you can post here or send me a message. If you think you have a book idea, my advice is to go for it. I walked around with this idea for several years before I finally decided to sti down and write. It is easier than you think.
     
    tmonte, Jun 7, 2012 IP
  2. danasurvey

    danasurvey Well-Known Member

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    Congrats on your book being published Thomas!!! :)
     
    danasurvey, Jun 7, 2012 IP
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    Congrats buddy! - Good job!
     
    log0008, Jun 7, 2012 IP
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    tmonte Peon

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    Thank you. If either of you are interested in writing a book, let me know.
     
    tmonte, Jun 7, 2012 IP
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    Hey Thomas,

    I have my first book coming out on Amazon in about a week. Any advice on marketing?

    Thanks,
    thecaptainpower
     
    TheCaptainPower, Dec 8, 2012 IP
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    Congratulation sir.
     
    beoding, Dec 8, 2012 IP
  7. tmonte

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    The first thing to realize is that most books sell about five copies. I have sold a few more than that, but my goal wasn't to write a best selling novel. I wrote a book about my profession - IT. I wanted to enhance my resume, showcase what I know, and wanted to share my knowledge. I accomplished all of that. What I am trying to say is writing the next Harry Potter series is like winning the lottery. I didn't promote my book as heavily as I could have. Having said that, there are a few things you can do.

    Family and Friends - Tell your family and friends and ask them to buy copies.
    Sell Online - You should try to get an online method of selling your book - Amazon, Itunes, etc.
    Reviews - Where ever you publish, get people to write honest fair reviews of your book.
    Promotion - Post about your book on your website
    Related Articles - write articles that talk about topics in your book and post a link.
    Advertising - Google, Facebook, and Microsoft offer paid advertising with $50 or $100 free to start.

    I am sure there are other ideas. Good Luck!
     
    tmonte, Dec 10, 2012 IP
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    Thanks Tmonte, Good luck!
     
    TheCaptainPower, Dec 12, 2012 IP
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    affshow Greenhorn

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    Admire you, Thomas. You are professional
     
    affshow, Dec 12, 2012 IP
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    You are really something. Congratulations.
     
    Cassie K, Dec 12, 2012 IP
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    I have a look on your book at amazon and its great. Congrats buddy :)
     
    mstechnosoft, Dec 13, 2012 IP
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    Hey, your book title is Business and Technology Integration, I like this type of motivational book.
     
    N Solanki, Dec 13, 2012 IP
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    Thank you for the kind words and support. If any of you need any further advice on publishing or IT, just let me know.
     
    tmonte, Dec 20, 2012 IP
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    Congratulation , we will more happy again if u publish more in coming year.
     
    ajitfrompuri, Dec 20, 2012 IP
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    Congratulations. That's a great effort
     
    checkyouroption, Dec 26, 2012 IP
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    TheKarmaOne Greenhorn

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    congratulations. i can't wait to join that illustrious club.
     
    TheKarmaOne, Jan 7, 2013 IP
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    I realize that I am a bit late, but nevertheless I want to say: " Congratulations". I really admire people who have had put the time, the effort and the skill into writing a book. :)
     
    W1ck3dS1ck, Jan 7, 2013 IP
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    congrats on finishing your 1st book. i hope some day i could also write a book.
     
    beacon.seo, Jan 7, 2013 IP
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    Many many congratulations on that.
     
    traxport121, Jan 8, 2013 IP