Post-Publication: The LowDown
So it's over.
My book (that huge cover on the right sidebar) is officially off the shelves. There's so much to share that I think it might take a couple of blog posts.
First thing: Love On The Range is a category romance, published by Harlequin, who puts out different sets of book every month. It's a book club thing. That's why mine is off the shelves. Its month was April.
Secondly: Now that the book is off the shelves, it feels like a dream that happened. I feel like I'm starting over.
Thirdly: Reviews are both nail-biting and exhilarating, especially when they're from someone you don't know.
Fourth: AuthorCentral is a cool Amazon site that logs your sales. It shares all sorts of info, like where your book has been selling in the US (with a map and everything).
So whew. April was awesome and tiring. How was your April? Do you read category romances? Did you know about AuthorCentral?
My book (that huge cover on the right sidebar) is officially off the shelves. There's so much to share that I think it might take a couple of blog posts.
First thing: Love On The Range is a category romance, published by Harlequin, who puts out different sets of book every month. It's a book club thing. That's why mine is off the shelves. Its month was April.
Secondly: Now that the book is off the shelves, it feels like a dream that happened. I feel like I'm starting over.
Thirdly: Reviews are both nail-biting and exhilarating, especially when they're from someone you don't know.
Fourth: AuthorCentral is a cool Amazon site that logs your sales. It shares all sorts of info, like where your book has been selling in the US (with a map and everything).
So whew. April was awesome and tiring. How was your April? Do you read category romances? Did you know about AuthorCentral?
Comments
I don't read category romances. The only adult romances I occasionally read are romantic suspense. I used to read historical romances because they're high on suspense and danger too. Yes, I love danger with my romance--except in real life.
This is educational, to read where you're at now...in the aftermath.
Always learning. Thanks to all you who have gone before.
~ Wendy
Stina and Jessica, NO worries, it's still for sale on the book sites for a few more months. But yes, that's how category works on the shelves. There's a huge built-in fan base though through the club so sales are pretty good.
:-)
And no, I hadn't heard of AuthorCentral, but I'll tuck it away for when it applies to me! ;)
And April was a whirlwind for me. I don't remember much about it except I threw two birthday parties (one family, one friends) for my husband.
Hi Tammy, yes, there's one in the works...if I'd get on it. lol Poor thing is languishing a bit.
Lindsay, yikes!! You were busy. Def. tuck away AuthorCentral. It's pretty cool. :-)
I am, Terri. :-)
I'm with everyone else---that seems so SHORT a lifespan.
Keep going, regardless! I'm sure it's a little deflating, but we'll look forward to the next one!
Glad your book release month was wonderful!!
Melissa, I do hope you get to rest in June. We all need rest. In the meantime, best wishes with your busy months! lol
I knew about author central, however, it doesn't map the kindle sales :-(.
Not for a while, Tori. :-) AuthorCentral also doesn't count Walmart sales, so it's more of an idea rather than a full-scope of sales.
Julie, nope, not forever and ever. ;-)
I ordered it from Amazon, and enjoyed it!
I will get around to writing some reviews for you. I just have been busy with kids graduations.
I like and hate Author Central. Because they only count the sales they know about--not the ton I've done myself--it doesn't look that grand. But I enjoy having somewhere for people to go and see my books.
I've signed up for Author Central. It has some helpful features. I'm sure I'll learn about even more of them once my book is released.
You have a book out -- that's huge. And you wrote a good book -- that's even better!! Celebrating you!
:)
I love checking my sales on Amazon, except I usually go to NovelRank to do it, not Amazon Central...don't know why. Oh, wait, I do know why! Amazon Central can't keep track of its ebook sales the way they can print books. Yeah, that's why I go to NovelRank.com, though NR isn't the most accurate thing in the world, at least it gives you a rough estimate!
I love category romances.
Does that mean people can't get your book now?
I never heard of AuthorCentral. I'll have to keep that in mind for that day when my book is published.
Blessings,
Susan :)
It is fantastic that you got your book on the shelves. I wish more libraries stocked this type of book. What a wonderful accomplishment.
Have a wonderful Monday everyone!
Congrats on your book. As Wendy said, it's always nice to find someone farther along in the writing journey. I learn from you. :) I didn't know about AuthorCentral, so I'll have to check that out.