Media kit

Writing a book is more and more of a trend in those days. In fact, published an estimated 5000 mystery books last year in the U.S. alone, and the number expected to grow. With so much competition, so that best-seller list is no easy task. So, how is it that the thousands of mysteries published each year, some becoming best-sellers, while others never previously publisher's door? The answer is simple - promotion.

Strategy is key

Many writers are so convinced that their own to sell the book, but unfortunately it's just not so. Do bestseller lists, you need to devote considerable time to commercialization. Promotion is important, because even if you think your book is meant to be a big seller, no one will buy the book if you do not market it and set the appropriate care distributors. Why? Now maybe you can talk a good game and people are enthusiastic about your book, but if they ask for your press kit and find a shabby, nondescript package with no cut and nothing more, all of your design falls flat.

What's in a Media Kit?

Remember to include a media kit as a book again. If it does not look good, it is certainly not the interest of the media, distributors or bookshops. Kit should contain:

1. A cover letter - one page letter that entices the reader to the car kit to open.

2nd A press release - usually one page long, the press release describing your book and its timeliness.

3rd A mock book review - A two-page overview of your book, which gives the highlights.

4th Author Biography - an A-page document that will guide you to your references to write the book.

5th A book sells sheets - A page of a flyer for the book, that information is yours and order copies.

6. A book, catalog, data sheets - one side of a piece of information that the technical details to come, for example, how many books in one case, handles book sales, author promotion, etc.

7th A novelty items, such as a postcard of the cover of the book, a bookmark, a counter card, etc. - Includes a news item make you unforgettable. It also shows a part of your marketing.

You Can Do It!

With a powerful media kit, you can maintain the strong momentum and get people begging for more. Buy This, in turn, will lead them to the book, which ultimately leads you all the way to the top of the bestseller list and beyond.