Most of you know I recently published and released a new book, "Gazing At Grace." The book is a collection of six sermons that were written in order to give folks, both Christian and Non-Christian a clearer picture of who Jesus is. So far the book has done "ok" on Amazon, but my real desire is to get this book in the hands of as many people as possible...This is where you guys come in.
First, I feel like I need to say this. This isn't about money...I make very little from the sales of my books. In fact I think I'm yet to actually turn any profit at all...That's okay, I don't write for money. Also, this isn't about getting famous. I have no illusions that I will ever be a famous writer.
What this IS about is telling as many people as possible about who Jesus is, and to bring him glory. Can my writing do this better than someone else's? I won't say that, but I do believe I bring a bit of a different perspective to things that others might not have. Unlike many people, I did not grow up in church. I became a Christian much later in life. I've experienced the world, and all of it's attempts to draw us away from God. I lived my life chasing after sin and the pleasures of this world for many years. I stand before you all as one amazed by God and his amazing grace, and his willingness to save a sinner as wretched as myself. This awe is renewed daily, as I continue to see the areas in which I still fall short.
So you may ask, "Where do we come in?"
Well, obviously the first thing you can do is buy the book. Starting tomorrow I will be making the kindle version of the book just $1 for the next two weeks. Yep, just $1. If you have had any thoughts at all about buying the book, I ask you to do it in the next few days. Having several people purchase the book in a shorter period of time will help the sales rankings on Amazon, which will in turn get the book seen by more people. This exposure for a self published author is priceless. You spending $1 to help get the book seen will help more than you know. If you choose, you can also purchase the book on Amazon in paperback for $6.95. If you don't have Amazon or Kindle, contact me and I'll make sure you can get a copy.
Secondly, share links to the book. Even if you haven't read it yet, you can still share the link. Simply informing folks the book is out and peaking their curiosity is huge. Those who have read this blog or read my status updates or followed me on social media have a good idea of what the book is about. I've even posted several excerpts from the book already. Also, if you've purchased the paperback version of the book, or received one as a gift, post your pictures on social media. This too helps to create buzz.
Thirdly, if you have read the book. Please, write a short review on Amazon. If you have a blog, please write a review on your blog. (This goes for any of my titles) There are few better ways to get the word out about your book than honest reviews. If you do have a blog and would like to write a review, let me know and I'll get you a PDF copy of the book for free.
Lastly, if you have a local independent book bookstore or Christian bookstore in your area, ask for the book. (Again this is true for all of my titles) This is true especially locally here in Wilmington, NC where I know most of my readers are. Bookstores are also more apt to stock books and host book signings by local authors.
So, I ask you all, if you're able please go out and buy the book. Take a few moments and help me get the word out. As a self published author I don't have a large entity with lots of funds to support me and to publicize my work. I have myself, and my readers. Apart from friends and family and those of you who read my work on a regular basis, I have no other means of advertising.
I thank you all for your encouragement, prayers, and whatever assistance you can lend in this endeavor. May you all be richly blessed.
