Write Now Literary is pleased to be organizing a two-month book tour and $25.00 Amazon gift card for Boss Women: Seven African American Women Who Built Their Business From The Ground Up by Gwen Richardson. The book tour will run from Jan- Feb 25, 2022.
Genre:
Youth
ISBN- 978-1737449607
ABOUT THE AUTHOR...
For decades, Gwen
Richardson has been an author, entrepreneur, and "boss woman." She is the author of 13 books, including Boss Women, and is a graduate
of Georgetown University. She has been twice nominated for NAACP Image Awards
for Outstanding Literary Work, wants to inspire children to seek
entrepreneurship as a career path. Richardson resides in Houston with her
husband, Willie, and adult daughter, Sylvia.
ABOUT THE BOOK...
Boss Women features seven African American women who started their businesses by themselves or as co-founders with family members. Some enterprises are relatively new, while others have been established for decades.
The
businesswomen profiled in this book are Janice M. Adams (JMA Solutions),
Valerie Daniels-Carter (V&J Holding Companies), Bea Dixon (Honey Pot),
Janice Bryant Howroyd (The ACT One Group), Garnetta Sanders (Neta Scientific),
Janell Stephens (Camille Rose Naturals), and J.C. Sykes (90 Degree
Construction).
Boss Women
uses poetic phrasing to make it easier for children to read and understand. While reading each poetic profile, children will see themselves in
these women's successes and dream big dreams for the future. A book is also a
motivational tool for adults seeking encouragement on their
entrepreneurial journeys.
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TEN
MAJOR CHALLENGES SELF-PUBLISHED AUTHORS FACE
[Excerpts
from Write It Right: The Guide to
Self-Publishing Your Best Book
by Gwen Richardson]
Challenge
#1: Self-publishing can be overwhelming.
Most
first-time, self-published authors believe that their work is done once they write the book and
get it printed. The self-published author has to bear these
expenses and handle these tasks alone or exclude them altogether. The entire process
can be so costly and overwhelming that most self-published authors exhaust
their resources and give up only a few months.
Challenge
#2: Your book(s) will have limited distribution.
An
author receives a tremendous amount of satisfaction from the experience of
going into a bookstore and seeing their book on the shelves for readers to
thumb through and, ultimately, purchase. As a self-published author, however, the
likelihood of the paper version of your book being available in bookstores nationwide
is slim to none. But you may have some success with getting independent bookstores
in your local area to carry your book.
Challenge
#3: Some consumers may not take you seriously.
For
some consumers, unless your book has the look and feel of one produced by one
of the major publishers, such as Simon & Schuster, Penguin, or Random House,
they perceive it to be an inferior product. One way to counter this perception
is by producing a book that, at first glance, looks like one that is professionally
prepared.
Challenge
#4: Most bookstores won't carry your book.
Most
bookstores shy away from accepting self-published books for many reasons:
·
The book's presentation does not meet
industry standards in terms of cover design, layout and editing;
·
The books are usually not returnable, and retailers
expect to be able to return books to the publisher if their sales are
lackluster; and
·
Self-published books have garnered a
less-than-stellar reputation, and some bookstores refuse to accept any self-published books.
Challenge
#5: It will probably take you much longer to build a reading audience.
Successful authors develop a base of readers, known as a "reading audience,"
who will read almost any book they write. However, as a self-published author, it will
take you much longer to build your reading audience, and increasing your base
of readers will require a consistent marketing effort.
Challenge
#6: You will not receive an advance and need to use your own financial
resources.
Even
though advances paid by major publishers have decreased over the years, these
funds are a lump sum payment an author can use to compensate them for the
time expended writing the book. As a self-publisher, you do not receive any
funds upfront from another entity, and you will have to use your own resources
to publish and market your book.
Challenge
#7: It is considered more prestigious to be signed with a major
publisher.
When
an author can hold their head high and proclaim, "I just signed a book
deal with Simon & Schuster [or substitute any of the other major New York-based
publishers]," the author has a sense of pride and significant accomplishment. As one among the elite group of writers with book contracts, authors know that they
already have the stamp of approval from entities within the book industry.
Challenge
#8: Self-published authors can often feel isolated and disconnected.
Being
a self-published author can often be a lonely sojourn. Some weeks you will have
some successes, but you will often experience rejection, loss, and a sense
of failure. That is why connecting with other authors and
people in the book industry is important. Make it a habit to review your local newspaper's
listings and book-related social media platforms of book events in your area.
Challenge
#9: Most book clubs will refuse to select your book as a featured book among
their readers.
Like
bookstores, book clubs have become selective about the books their members
choose to read. Book clubs comprise avid readers who are veterans when consuming and evaluating literature. Some book clubs refuse to even
consider self-published books because they have been "burned" in the past with
poorly edited and published material.
Challenge
#10: You probably will not generate as much money as you would through a major
publisher.
In
light of the nationwide distribution and marketing advantages that a major
publisher will have compared to the personal contacts you may have at your
disposal, you are unlikely to generate a comparable amount of revenue as a
self-published author. However, there are exceptions, and many
self-published authors generate six-figure incomes through their book sales.
MY BOOK REVIEW:
Title: Boss Women
Author: Gwen Richardson
Publisher: Cushcity Communications
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Boss Women:" Seven African Women Who Built Their Business From the Ground Up" by Gwen Richardson
My Opinion:
How enjoyable 'Boss Women' was that an enjoyable and informational read for all to read.
These African American women were...Janice Adams of JMA Solutions, Valerie Daniels-Carter of V & J Holdings, Bea Dixon of Honey Pot...I have tried these products and love them, Janice Bryant Howroyd of ActOne Group, Garnetta Sanders of Neta Scientific, Janelle Stephens of Camille Rose Naturals, and J C Sykes of 90 Degree Construction.
I love this short story of 'Two Janices, Jc, Garnetta, Bea, plus Valerie and Janell...with humble beginnings...how they've risen to new heights determined to excel.'
'Believe in yourself is what they all say. Your grit, guts, and courage will ultimately pave the way for the path you'll leave for others to follow. Your destiny will manifest a brighter tomorrow.'
The author did an excellent job of giving the reader information on these 'Boss Women who are definitely Tomorrow's Boss Women of the future generation.' Would I recommend 'Boss Women?' YES, especially to the younger children.
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