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Ann Charles

U.S.

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Expertise

I can answer questions from unpublished fiction authors (especially those who write in the mystery and romance genres) regarding building name recognition and platforms PRIOR to landing a publishing contract.

Experience in the area

I am co-owner of the website, 1stturningpoint.com, in which authors (published and unpublished) learn, share, and teach about promotion. I have been studying how to build name recognition and platforms for unpublished authors for almost three years. I read anything I can find on the subject, which isn't much for unpublished authors, and consistently seek more information on it. I am practicing what I preach and have given multiple workshops on the subject. I also have a regular column in multiple professional newsletters and have an article coming out in a national trade magazine regarding this subject.

Organizations

Romance Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, Murder Must Advertise

Education/Credentials

B.A. in English, with an emphasis in Creative Fiction. Ten plus years of writing fiction. Over two years of intense studying and learning about promotion and marketing, including attending several workshops on the subject. I also work with several other experts on the subject of fiction author promotion.

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	P	Comments
Curtis	08/27/11	10	10	10	Thanks. Like other fields, it appears that .....
am	04/22/11	10	10	10
Demetrius	03/27/11	10	10	10	Ms. Charles was helpful and clear
Arun	10/10/10	10	10	10	Oh Thank you so much ! I'm .....

Recent Answers from Ann Charles

2011-11-12 Hello, and I need your help! :):

Hi Magnus, I'm not an ace at editing English (I hire people to do the editing for my books); however, English is my first language, so I can try to help you (but truth be told, your paragraph looks

2011-08-15 Welcome your advice:

Hi Curtis, My advice is to work on building your career platform alongside learning the craft of fiction writing. Both subjects will take a bit of time and practice, but many writers focus only on learning

2011-07-09 name recognition pre publishing:

Hi, If you wait until your book hits the stores, you're behind the curve. Many publishers are looking for new authors who already have a platform. The competition to get into the NY houses is fierce

2011-03-24 authors profile:

Hi, Unpublished authors need to list anything that makes them appealing to an agency. This is often referred to as your "platform." For example, before I was published, I would tell editors that in

2010-12-09 Guildelines:

Hi Clifton, Yes, most publishers have guidelines if you want to be published by their particular house. To find those guidelines, you go to their website and look for "Guidelines" or something like

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