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AUTHORS JOIN THE INTERNATIONAL FIREBIRD BOOK AWARD CIRCLE OF WINNERS
Add the current date – Speak Up Talk Radio announced the recent INTERNATIONAL FIREBIRD BOOK AWARDS contest winners.
One of the winning entries was from (ENTER YOUR STATE) author (ENTER YOUR NAME), whose book titled (ENTER YOUR BOOK TITLE) won in the (ENTER YOUR WINNING CATEGORY/IES).
Authors and publishers worldwide submitted their work to the International Firebird Book Awards. The panel of judges includes 27 individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Two judges from a select panel read and scored each entry. All judges commit to a set of standardized criteria that evaluate the quality of the writing and the production aspects. The judges only award the coveted Firebird to entries with the highest scores.
Authors can view their entry fee for the International Firebird Book Awards as more than just a fee. It’s a tax-deductible donation that supports a noble cause. Patricia J. Rullo, the awards’ founder, explains, “We give back by hand making colorful pillowcases. We send them, along with children’s books, to women and children who are experiencing homelessness. This includes the shelter Enchanted Makeovers, which is a tax-exempt organization. In this way, authors gain recognition for their work and play a significant role in transforming homeless shelters into bright homes. Winning a book award feels good, but knowing your participation makes a difference feels even better.”
“Speak Up Talk Radio is a gateway to multiple avenues for creative individuals to promote themselves. We provide various opportunities for authors and podcasters to showcase their work and connect with their audience. This includes book awards, podcast awards, radio interviews, audiobook production, podcasting services, social media and audio marketing, and book editing and formatting services.”
The International Firebird Book Awards run quarterly contests so authors can receive timely recognition. Authors of all genres, mainstream, independent, and self-published, are welcome. For additional winning authors, titles, and entry information:
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Ideas to help promote your win
- Customize the press release and share it everywhere.
- Add your certificate and the digital seal to your website and your marketing materials, including your business card, bookmarks, postcards, flyers, etc. Modify your cover and add the digital seal to your online books. Get the digital seals and physical award sticker to add to your books here:
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- Write a blog post to announce your award and include the award seal or certificate.
- Share the blog post across your social media networks. Pin the post so it’s always on the top of the page.
- Follow and Tag us on TWITTER, and we will follow back and retweet @speakupradioh
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- Add “Award-Winning Author” to your website, social media, etc.
- Update all of your online bios and profiles.
- Update your Media page. If you need a Media Kit, we can create one for you. Visit Media Kit:
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- Update the description of your book’s sales page on your website, Amazon, Kindle, Smashwords, and any other place your book is for sale.
- Send an announcement via email to your mailing list, including family, friends, and clients.
- Notify local media with an announcement, including a simple email or customized press release. (This is when a sharp Media Kit comes in handy)
- Share the news with fellow group members of associations or other groups.
- Notify online writing communities where you are involved, including sites like Goodreads, etc.
- Join us for an author interview where you can share anything you like: your book, your writing process, etc.
https://www.speakuptalkradio.com/author-series/
- Enter another book to keep the momentum going. Our next contest is in progress.
- Pat yourself on the back for having the ability to write and the willingness to share.