tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post4825150273794938449..comments2024-03-04T12:32:12.434-08:00Comments on Gwen Gardner, Author: IWSG and 2013 GoalsGwen Gardnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-42031678980496233302013-01-04T08:40:56.830-08:002013-01-04T08:40:56.830-08:00Tara, yeah we really should be full of confidence....Tara, yeah we really should be full of confidence. Writing a book is a huge accomplishment!Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-82856334361888595572013-01-04T08:39:32.093-08:002013-01-04T08:39:32.093-08:00Ciara, LOL! I love that. It sure is the PMS of wri...Ciara, LOL! I love that. It sure is the PMS of writing :-)Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-15182981104427811192013-01-04T08:38:40.307-08:002013-01-04T08:38:40.307-08:00You and me both, Carol!You and me both, Carol!Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-16149044539107463282013-01-04T08:38:10.234-08:002013-01-04T08:38:10.234-08:00i think thats why it takes so long for a writer to...i think thats why it takes so long for a writer to get a deal, after working so hard for so long we should be like, "my book is so awesome! you have to read it!"<br /><br />i'm with you, lady! we can do it!Tara Tylerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07587802105993889515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-73346959195316233372013-01-03T21:17:35.177-08:002013-01-03T21:17:35.177-08:00Marketing is tough. It is like the PMS of writing....Marketing is tough. It is like the PMS of writing.<br />Happy 2013!Ciarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15628488753277495111noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-14326529825675851762013-01-03T19:21:30.373-08:002013-01-03T19:21:30.373-08:00I don't do a good job of fitting everything in...I don't do a good job of fitting everything in. I hope to do a better job of it this year. It's a constant concern.Carol Kilgorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03745686632918324803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-64861542522759027632013-01-03T17:15:43.531-08:002013-01-03T17:15:43.531-08:00Millie, I haven't used ads, either - I tend to...Millie, I haven't used ads, either - I tend to ignore ads, myself. I def will not drop social media, I just need to get it under control, lol!<br /><br />Hmm, can they see me cringe through the internet? I'd better work on that.<br /><br />Thank you so much for your thoughtful response:)Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-73724685678652337902013-01-03T17:01:56.910-08:002013-01-03T17:01:56.910-08:00Marketing and sales are something I've been do...Marketing and sales are something I've been doing since my sons were babies. Word of mouth is what worked for me and getting out there-craft shows and pow-wows. Never used ads. <br /><br />Course one has to have an excellent product, which you have. As for the rest, limit yourself to social media, don't cut it cause that's where word of mouth will happen. <br /><br />And never let them see you cringe. Be confident and expect more no's than yeses and you'll do okay. Mildred R Holmeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12859939075587298735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-74736445674461129742013-01-03T16:23:34.944-08:002013-01-03T16:23:34.944-08:00Thanks Johanna. It's a lot, but not too much. ...Thanks Johanna. It's a lot, but not too much. It definitely helps to team up. I teamed up with Angela Brown for our indie book releases and it helps so much to have someone else there with you. Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-53232142077090884902013-01-03T12:50:46.307-08:002013-01-03T12:50:46.307-08:00LOL Tyrean! I'm pretty sure organization and s...LOL Tyrean! I'm pretty sure organization and scheduling is the key!Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-86997796019455246392013-01-03T12:49:20.137-08:002013-01-03T12:49:20.137-08:00Candilynn, I know I'll be fine. Insecure but f...Candilynn, I know I'll be fine. Insecure but fine, lol! Thank you :-)Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-63771651456982894222013-01-03T12:48:18.174-08:002013-01-03T12:48:18.174-08:00Thanks Jamie. Good luck with your new release!Thanks Jamie. Good luck with your new release!Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-59483769257821999392013-01-03T12:47:23.327-08:002013-01-03T12:47:23.327-08:00Shelly, I know I should blog less because it's...Shelly, I know I should blog less because it's really time consuming by the time you post, reply and visit other blogs. I just don't want to lose the connection. So I've decided to use my time more wisely and just do what I can in the blogging department. Did I know you have a book out? I'm gonna have to look it up:)Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-28081244832499182872013-01-03T10:36:43.345-08:002013-01-03T10:36:43.345-08:00Organization and scheduling - that's the one I...Organization and scheduling - that's the one I forgot to put on my list and it should be at the top!<br />Great goals Gwen!!! You're doing great, and I'm sure that your next book is going to be awesome!!! I'm looking forward to reading it.<br />Best wishes for 2013!Tyrean Martinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15356604721537744361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-65331966249426340732013-01-03T08:21:02.644-08:002013-01-03T08:21:02.644-08:00You'll be fine!! You've got so much to be ...You'll be fine!! You've got so much to be proud of, Gwen. :) You've set some fabulous goals for yourself. May 2013 bring you lots of goodies!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02691497935668743387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-53172668739010944172013-01-02T22:05:05.403-08:002013-01-02T22:05:05.403-08:00Wow, I love how specific you were with your goals!...Wow, I love how specific you were with your goals! I wish I had some words of wisdom for you, but I'm trying to figure all this out with my debut novel release later this month. I'm right there with you cringing all the way!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-17954015947805835482013-01-02T16:27:39.918-08:002013-01-02T16:27:39.918-08:00Well, I've decided to blog less. Read more blo...Well, I've decided to blog less. Read more blogs. I really don't know what to tell you. Stress wears and tears on me. So I'm slowing down so I can finish projects.<br /><br />As for marketing, word of mouth. My book has been out in paperback since Dec. 27th and I've sold 5 on my own.<br /><br />Happy New Year!<br /><br />Hugs and chocolate,<br />Shellyshellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09596621767297173021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-91582614703614904732013-01-02T16:15:12.613-08:002013-01-02T16:15:12.613-08:00J.W., goals are so important, otherwise you're...J.W., goals are so important, otherwise you're just flounding. I'm certain they're going to help me this year:)Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-21296959941526149832013-01-02T16:13:39.483-08:002013-01-02T16:13:39.483-08:00Thanks Mary. We do need an Indie Support Group!Thanks Mary. We do need an Indie Support Group!Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-2479735661450191822013-01-02T16:12:29.734-08:002013-01-02T16:12:29.734-08:00Alex, I have to have deadlines, otherwise I'd ...Alex, I have to have deadlines, otherwise I'd just keep procrastinating and keep loitering around the social media. I know you have clones - just wondering where you keep them all :-)Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-18289151304120580062013-01-02T16:10:43.903-08:002013-01-02T16:10:43.903-08:00Rachna, I'll bet we're all planning a stri...Rachna, I'll bet we're all planning a stricter schedule!Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-18745326920646140452013-01-02T16:09:37.970-08:002013-01-02T16:09:37.970-08:00Julie, the marketing is way harder than the writin...Julie, the marketing is way harder than the writing, I think. But with the changing in publishing, a necessity. I guess I'd better get used to it!Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-60031071945804796562013-01-02T16:08:10.309-08:002013-01-02T16:08:10.309-08:00Tonja, it is a marathon and a craft that I'm c...Tonja, it is a marathon and a craft that I'm continually learning. I don't think I'll ever be done with learning the ins and outs of writing. Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-82534856477343114742013-01-02T16:06:14.818-08:002013-01-02T16:06:14.818-08:00Thanks Miranda. I'm going to do my best!Thanks Miranda. I'm going to do my best!Gwen Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13132836346305559246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260356366721241015.post-8630492545846328852013-01-02T12:23:07.382-08:002013-01-02T12:23:07.382-08:00Looks like a nice set of goals for the new year. B...Looks like a nice set of goals for the new year. Before the day is through, I'll be making my own list of goals (a day behind already—that can't be good!) for 2013. Goals are so important, in my opinion.<br /><br />Good luck in 2013!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.authoralden.com" rel="nofollow">J.W. Alden</a>AuthorAldenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06905712756325750291noreply@blogger.com