23 OCT 2019 · In this episode of Ask Alan Anything, Alan discusses the two types of reviews and why they are important in their own rights. Learn how one has more value then another in certain aspects and why it is important to have the reviews done before the release of a book.

9 OCT 2019 · In this episode of Ask Alan Anything, Alan shares with authors the book discovery app that helps readers discover a book. Squirl is such a unique program that it is patented. Learn how to use this program to your advantage so that more readers can discover your book in a fun way, while also giving readers a new insight to the locations in your book.

2 OCT 2019 · In this episode of Ask Alan Anything, Alan talks about the value of Author Guru’s that are good and worth their money. Thus, overpaying for a guru is not always good. Or, getting information from fellow authors that claim to be experts with only one book published is not always wise. Paying for the information you receive is important, just not over paying for it.

18 SEP 2019 · In this episode of Ask Alan Anything, Alan talks about building excitement for your book from the moment you start writing. Creating an email list, accessing and using social media, book festivals and the elevator pitch. Key items to get people excited about your book before it is available or even completed.

11 SEP 2019 · Is it time for Bookstores to rethink how they work with indie authors? In this episode of Ask Alan Anything, Alan addresses the need for bookstores to begin working closely with indie authors and helping them to succeed so that the bookstore becomes more relevant and valuable to their community.

4 SEP 2019 · Does selling your book at 99 cents have any value? In this episode of Ask Alan Anything, Alan talks about the short term value and long term hazard of selling your books at 99 cents.

28 AUG 2019 · In this episode, Alan talks about the need for and how to create a Pre-Order. Alan helps you understand the value of doing them, the best options to get the most out of doing them, etc.

21 AUG 2019 · In this episode of Ask Alan Anything, Alan talks about the publishing of your book and the various alternatives to getting the book printed. He covers issues with each of the main types of self-publishing options to help the author chose the best direction for them.

14 AUG 2019 · Cover Design for a book is in most cases, the first thing someone sees for a new book. If it is not correctly done, it could push people away. Learn in this episode of Ask Alan Anything about finding a good graphic artist and the process necessary to create a great cover image.

8 AUG 2019 · Welcome to another episode of Ask Alan Anything where B Alan Bourgeois will answer questions about publishing and marketing of books. In this episode, Alan talks about the First Steps to getting published: Critique Groups, Editors and Proofreaders. He will review each one and the value they have and discuss how to protect yourself with guarantees about various programs. You are welcome to email Alan at BourgeoisMedia@outlook.com with any questions you may have about publishing and marketing your book.