Posted by admin on Aug 25, 2009 in
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We told you earlier this year about Christianity Today International’s move to shut down several publications, including Today’s Christian Woman. Today the magazine’s editor, Ginger Kolbaba announced the launch of a new website:
…But now after more than three decades of ministry, our parent company, Christianity Today International, has made the very difficult decision to cease publication of Today’s Christian Woman magazine and its blogs.
While I’m saddened to see this award-winning publication end, I’m thrilled by a new resource that we’ve created called Kyria. Named after the “chosen” or “honored” woman John writes to in 2 John, Kyria is a web-based magazine and ministry that’s for women who want to use the gifts and influence God has given them to grow deeper in their faith, to disciple others, and to shape the church and change the world.
Starting later this week, both the Editors blog and the Walk with Me blog will take you to our new site: the Kyria blog. There you’ll find women discussing issues of spiritual formation, missional life, women’s ministry, hot topic, current events, book reviews, and much more.
Our entire staff has loved ministering to you and walking this path of faith alongside you. Thank you for your loyal and faithful readership. We’ve appreciated getting to know you. And we look forward to continuing to minister to you through Kyria.
We’re excited to see Kyria and look forward to its launch, although we will miss Today’s Christian Woman.
Tags: Christian publishing, Christianity Today, magazines, Today's Christian Woman
Posted by admin on Aug 25, 2009 in
Marketing,
News,
Resources Dianne E. Butts! Congratulations Dianne for winning our latest giveaway here at Christian Publishing Tips. Dianne won the Christian Media Connect Source List, a list of over 100 Christian media outlets that includes important contact information. It’s a great resource for anyone looking to promote a cause, business or a new book like Dianne plans to do! If you are interested in purchasing your own copy of the Christian Media Connect Source List, just head to their website. Check out is safe, secure and quick! In a matter of minutes you’ll be in possession of your Source List! Thanks to everyone who entered!
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Posted by admin on Aug 12, 2009 in
Marketing,
Resources 
Get the Word Out with Christian Media Connect
You have a story to tell and Christian Media Connect has the connections to get it heard. Together you can reach dozens of Christian media outlets with the Christian Media Connect Source List. For just $29.99 you can get key contact information directly to decision makers at:
- 25 Christian Television Programs
- More than 30 Christian News Websites
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This list is great for authors, non-profits, business owners and more looking to get their news event, information or story in the hands of Christian media outlets. If you don’t have the budget to hire a marketing professional, this is a great option to save time and money while still getting your story out to the public. Compiling a list like this yourself would take days, but now you can have it for just $29.99.
We are giving away one copy of this valuable, extensive list. To enter the contest leave a comment below. To receive additional entries tweet about this contest or blog about it. Leave a separate comment letting us know how you’re getting the word out and you’ll have an even better chance of winning your own copy of the Christian Media Connect Source List. The winner will be randomly drawn on Monday August 24. Can’t wait? Go ahead and buy your own copy from Christian Media Connect.
Tags: book marketing, book promotion, contest, freebies, giveaway, Marketing, publicity, selling books
Posted by admin on Aug 10, 2009 in
Authors,
Marketing On just about every site that sells books, there is an opportunity for fans (or critics) to share their opinion on a book. Amazon does it. Barnes and Noble does it. Even Google Books allows reviews. Whether it was loved or hated, the book seller wants to give readers a chance to share their opinion on a title. What does that mean for you as an author? Keep in mind some interesting statistics in the Christian marketplace. Personal recommendations are a big factor when buyers are deciding which books to buy. Seventeen percent of people buy books based on online sources including book reviews, online advertisements, email from the retailer or based on the author’s website. That’s nearly two out of five people.
The good news is reviews are free. It doesn’t cost any money to get someone to write their opinion down about your book. The hard part can be getting someone to do it. Here are some ways to generate positive reviews about your books on book selling sites:
1. Ask for them. Sounds simple enough, but most people don’t do it. Send out an email to family members and friends asking them to take a few minutes to write a review of your book on Amazon.com or BarnesandNoble.com.
2. Tweet about it. Use social media to generate reviews. Request them on Twitter or Facebook. If you’re a fan of Christian Publishing on Facebook you could even ask other members to help you out.
3. Hold a giveway. Hold a giveaway of your book on your blog. Or ask another blogger to hold a giveaway for you. In return for receiving a copy of your book, ask the winner to post a review of the book on a book selling site. While you can’t guarantee that it will be a positive review, at least you’ll be generating talk about your book!
4. Trade reviews. Team up with other authors and swap reviews. That way everyone wins.
5. Ask your publisher for help. Your publisher likely has access to an email database of customers. Ask them to give away a few copies of your book in return for online reviews.
What are some other ways you would suggest generating online reviews? Have you knowingly generated sales based on an online review? Let us know!
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