Active writers need ongoing training and support. How do they get it? They read other books; books about writing well and improving grammar. They read in their area of focus. Active writers attend writers conferences, critique groups, and take classes on writing when affordable. Active writers become members of Toastmasters International in order to learn […]
Author Archives: John Tucker
Writer – Success? Bestseller or Most Read?
Judging by the sales of my books, I haven’t been successful. But judging by the comments of my readers, I am having success at reaching young and older people with my story. My story fluctuates with excitement, conflict and suspense. Bullying is the general theme. How to handle it, the engaging and ongoing presentation. I […]
Why Buy My Books?
Buy my books because the storyline is coherent, engaging, relevant. Kids are being bullied and my books address this issue. Bullied kids need to seek out the background of their bullies, try getting to know them rather than avoid or fight them. Bullies need our prayers, our concern, our friendship over time, and our forgiveness. […]
Do You Like Dragons?
I enjoyed reading Dragonology , The Complete Book of Dragons, by Dr. Ernest Drake. My youngest daughter had the book and I asked if I could borrow it. She hasn’t seen it for nearly three years because I forgot to return it to her library of books. Anyway, I recommend this book for dragon lovers. […]
Successful Book Signing Today
Today I signed copies of my three books at the Barnes & Noble Booksellers Store at the Citadel Mall here in Colorado Springs, Colorado. I met many wonderful people and their smiling children. I met several teens and young adults. Everyone interested in my trilogy either purchased book One, a complete set, or said they […]
Success is an Investment. Thank You for Your Support!
My three novels Dragon Riders of The Realm are complete as a trilogy. The third book came out on January 9, 2015. Sales have been slow but consistent. Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Xulon Press online have made them available to interested parties. Is my trilogy a bestseller? No. But those who’ve read my books […]
SEO – Why I Need It!
I recently talked on the phone with an expert in Search Engine Optimization from PPSEO. Here I thought my website was mobile ready. Think again! I need a clean up and new keywords that will drive the right people to my site, not just anyone. It will take at least four to six months to […]
Marketing Ideas for Creating Income and Publicity
Many new writers wonder how to market their books. Most of my income comes from book signings and hosting a booth at a local event. Websites are good for sharing information, but events, either an event you create or one you attend, draw people to you and your products (books). “Weebly.com” provides a website where […]
Cosplay/Sci-Fi/Pop Culture Event was Fun!
This past weekend (February 27, 28, Mar. 1) a fellow author and I shared a booth to promote our books and businesses. I was blessed out of my socks to share in the adventure at Galaxy/Fest 2015 at the Antlers Hotel in Colorado Springs, CO. Being a vendor/business promoter is an awesome opportunity. Sharing a […]
Book Signing: March 21, 2015
My next book signing for my Dragon Riders of The Realm Trilogy is at Barnes & Noble Booksellers 795 Citadel Dr. E., at the Citadel Mall Shopping Center, west of Academy Blvd. and North of Platte Ave. […]