Publicity services - Pre-publication

picture of a man studying a bookYou have a contract, the first step in the creative process of becoming a published author. What do you do next? Let Reader Views help you. We have several publicity packages available to assist you in reaching markets for your book. Professionally packaged, well-written and expertly placed publicity insures the reading public will find your work.

Reader Views offers a custom designed package based on your needs. Please review the various levels of services offered and contact us to determine which level best fits your needs. All levels are designed to provide maximum benefits at affordable prices. If you don't see a package that fits, we will customize one for you that does.

Packages

We offer our services as "packages" and they provide increasing levels of service. Our consultants work closely with you to build the best possible and the most cost effective service for you.

See the two comparison charts below for details or contact us if you have questions.

Ruby, Emerald and Bronze Package Comparison

Services Ruby Emerald Bronze
Tear sheet  provided √ √ √
A review that you can use in whole or excerpts with credit given to the reviewer and Reader Views √ √ √
Review posted on readerviews.com, authorsden.com and ezinearticles.com √ √ √
Press release posted for media pickup. If author requests a higher distribution level as well as google and yahoo news inclusion, there will be an additional $125.00 charge √ √ √
Author interview conducted and posted on authorsden.com, ezinearticles.com, readerviews.com, Reader Views weblog √ √ √
Featured on readerviews.com for one week √ √ √
Guaranteed Internet radio interview √ √
Produce and distribute 5 complete galley packages (3- 4 months prior to street date of book)1 √
Provide endorsements for back of book2 √
Provide additional press release3 √
Consultation and brain storming for one hour √
Cost $275 $350 $900

Silver, Gold and Diamond Package Comparison

Services Silver Gold Diamond
All services of Bronze package √ √ √
A complete electronic press kit √ √ √
Additional 15 copies of galley produced and distributed for review √ √ √
Distribute electronic press kit to targeted media based on book genre and appeal. This requires collaboration with author, genre research and targeted marketing √ √
Provide a follow up to the press kit consisting of telephone calls, e-mails and personal contact √ √
Provide web site guidance and assistance √ √
Provide guidance for author's release date and media blitz √ √
Provide strategy for networking √ √
Niche research to develop specific targets for press kit on the local, regional and national level √
Distribution of additional press release on national/international level to targeted recipients based on book subject and appeal. Optional upgrade to include extra coverage for an additional charge of $125.00. √
Author will have option on "pay per placement" in magazine/newspaper. Additional charges will apply √
Set appointments for additional television, radio or internet radio interviews. Additional charges will apply. Various packages available √
Networking strategies consultation and direction √
Cost $1050 $1150 $1500

1 Galley includes

  • Professionally bound galley (The bound galley looks like the final paperback book without the cover)
  • News release, cover letter
  • Five complete packages distributed to the major reviewers (Publishers Weekly, Library Journal, Kirkus Reviews, ALA Booklist and Foreword Magazine)
  • Follow-up to reviewers
  • Up to 200 pages. An additional charge of 10 cents per page thereafter.
  • You would provide us with an edited version of the galley in Word or pdf (formated the same size as book.)

2 Endorsements

  • A written review of your galley by Reader Views will be provided to be used on the back jacket of your book. (Review will be posted on readerviews.com and amazon.com.)
  • Some authors may have obtained reader reviews based on their galley. These will be edited and placed with the professional reviews.
  • Reader Views staff will work with you to determine which reviews and reader comments should be use.

3 Press Release

  • The press release, in collaboration with author or publisher,will be distributed by Reader Views to targeted industries on an international level. Reader Views gives guidance concerning the release at the Bronze and higher levels.
  • Press release will be distributed internationally. There will be an additional charge for higher distribution levels. This is encouraged. Additional charges would be $125.oo.
  • Author determines for himself or herself which markets are best suited for the press release and provides name/address and contact information if additional distribution is requested.

Other ways to purchase services

Reader Views services can be purchased individually and are based on an hourly fee. The following services are billed at $50/hour.

  • Producing galleys (plus cost of printing/shipping)
  • Galley distribution (plus cost of printing/shipping)
  • Producing press kit
  • Producing press release
  • Press release distribution
  • Web site guidance
  • Consulting
  • Budgeting guidance
  • Networking strategies
  • Book proposal evaluation and consultation

Editing and Proofreading

Editing and Proofreading are available. Complete details can be found here.

Placement of press releases

We have connected with a publicity firm that guarantees placement of press releases on pay per placement. We can place your own press release or we can write one for you (prices above.) $195.00 and up for each press release placed.

  • Guaranteed placement of press release
  • Pay per placement only
  • National distribution
  • You have final control over placement

Radio and television interviews

We have connections in the radio and television industries and can arrange for you to be interviewed. Please contact us.

Customized packages

Customized packages are also available. We work with your individual needs. Please contact us.

Referral

If you feel that you require full fledged publicity services or an expert in website design for your book, please feel free to contact any of the following reputable agencies:

  • Maryglenn McCombs

    Maryglenn McCombs is a publishing industry veteran and independent book promotions specialist who offers targeted, affordable media campaign for authors and publishers.

  • PR by the Book

    PR by the Book is a small publicity firm based in Austin, Texas, that handles media relations for authors and publishers. They work within a variety of genres, including fiction, and have developed a track record of success with many national media placements per month.

  • Karen Villanueva Author Services
    Karen Villanueva offers a variety of services to new and multi-published authors.  Compiling press kits, setting up book events & touring, garnering electronic, print and online media.  They have 20 years PR experience (and 14 yrs. specializing in books) to serve your needs.
  • Pantheon Design

    Pantheon Design is an excellent web and graphic design firm. They are a complete one-stop shop and can give you everything from a unique image for yourself or your book, to web design and hosting. They have speical offers for authors and publishers.

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