by Terry Haycock, Freelance Writer
Marketing a Book (and Any Other Product You Wish)
by Terry Haycock, Freelance Writer
Trying to sell your book. . .article. . .essay to no avail? Open the drawer, take out your manuscript and get ready! On Saturday, Sept. 18, James Durkin will speak on "Marketing a Book (and Any Other Product You Wish)." Mr. Durkin is co-founder with Sheila Peters of The Authors Marketing Group, an organization of published authors who share positive marketing experiences in selling books with other published or potential authors. The group meets every other month at the downtown Naperville Barnes & Noble.
Durkin, author of In My Dreams, a novel about a young man from the suburbs of Chicago who is elected President of the United States at age 29, is currently writing a sequel entitled A Call of Angels. A strategic analyst in the insurance fraud business, he previously worked as a contract employee for an agency of the U.S. Department of Justice. He holds Bachelor and Masters of Science degrees in political science from Illinois State University. A political analyst, he has served as a part-time college instructor of American Politics for the past twelve years.
Durkin believes in lively discussion and encourages his students/audiences to challenge their options when addressing today's problems. You won't want to miss the chance to profit from his energy, experience and insights, so join us in September.
Program details: Saturday, Sept. 18, 11 a.m. registration and networking; 11:30-12:30 p.m. luncheon; 12:45-1:30 p.m. guest speaker.
Parking is available at the Grant Park Underground. The El stop is right outside the door. Call the IWPA hotline at 312/458-9151 to make your reservation. Please mention any special meal requests. Nonmembers welcome. Cost (includes lunch): IWPA members, their invited guests and full-time students $30; nonmembers $40. Payment (cash or check) may be made at the door.
Members' table: Take advantage of this opportunity to promote your work. Bring your brochures, flyers, products, books, or other promotional materials to share with other members! (No selling permitted.) If you would like to participate, please call the IWPA hotline at 312/458-9151.