Announcing Promo 101 Virtual Blog Tour's Roving Reporter

I'm excited to announce that we have a roving reporter for Promo 101 Virtual Blog Tours. She is an author (with over 10 books in print) and a background as a journalist :) Her name is Terry L White and she is doing daily reports about what is happening with Promo 101 VBT.

We invite you to take a look to see what's happening. Donna and I will be sharing tid bits of info. You never know what might happen next :) This is the new blog -

http://authorsontour.blogspot.com/

Feel free to drop by and welcome Terry :)

Nikki


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What a Great Way to Start the Day

I just got a message about this today --

Brillante Weblog Premio Award For a Shining Star

Every so often someone shines their ray of light on all they meet. Such is the case with Nikki Leigh. It's no wonder with the light she shines that Nikki loves Lighthouses.

I am selecting Nikki for the Brillante Weblog Premio Award for all the wonderful work she does for her clients and gaining them visibility through amazing book blog tours.

Nikki gives 100% to all she does and deserves to be recognized for this. You can learn more about Nikki Leigh at http://www.nikkileigh.com/

In success,
Kathleen Gage
The Street Smarts Marketer

http://www.themarketingmindset.com/2008/10/brillante-weblo.html?cid=135703889#comment-135703889

Book Promo 101 by Nikki Leigh - USA Best Book Awards

I got this information this morning -

Book Promo 101 is an Award-Winning Finalist in the Business-Writing category of the National Best Books 2008 Awards, sponsored by USA Book News

Just had to share the news.

Nikki Leigh

LIVE Radio Show- Ask Your Promotional Questions

Michelle Price and Nikki Leigh continue the discussion about how Web 2.0 can help you Sell More Books. This is the fourth session to address this topic. Over the last few weeks we have discussed being prepared for people to find you, why you need a blog and how to use a blog, and how to use Facebook, Linked In and Twitter. This is the last week of our 4 week seminar. If you missed any of the first three calls, check the archives. Listen to the show live and call in with your questions.

To listen LIVE or to download the shows later - visit www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh

Remember that you can call in with your questions or post your questions in the chat room if you listen live.

Blogs - What, Why and How

In the 21st century, it’s no longer optional to have a blog. All authors need to have a blog to promote their books. To get started, you can easily set up a blog on www.blogger.com or www.wordpress.com, each of these services offer free blogs and you follow the directions on their sites to start blogging in minutes. Over time you can learn ways to fine tune your blog and to customize the layout or you can hire someone to set up a blog and to teach you the best ways to use that blog to promote.

What is a blog?

Originally a blog was simply a way to communicate with friends. However, blogs are a great way for authors to build a brand and establish a promotional platform for their books. You can use a blog to help potential readers get to know the author behind the book and to learn more about the books you write. Think of it as a cyber sales person who is representing you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. What is your cyber salesman saying about you and your books?

How to use a blog?

A blog can include information about your writing, how you write, how you develop story ideas and why you’re qualified to write your books. Non fiction authors can use their blog to build their credibility with potential readers. Take the opportunity to show people that you have something and why you have the background and knowledge to help them. Fiction authors can share insider details about their books, the characters, the setting and many other parts of their books. You can also share writing and promotional tips with others.

Promote your blog.

Just starting a blog is not enough. Once you have a blog and once you start blogging on a regular basis (at least 2-3 short or long blog posts per week), you need to list your blog in blog directories. Two or the many directories include: www.blogcatalog.com and www.Technorati.com . Your blog address should be listed on your author business cards, linked to your website and listed in your email signature block. These are a bare minimum of the places where you should list your blog address. It is also very good to register your blog with www.feedblitz.com or www.feedburner.com and place a subscription block so that interested readers can subscribe to your blog. This means that they will be notified about each of your future blog posts. It’s a great way to stay in touch with interested readers.

This is only the beginning of your blogging journey, but it will get you started and will help you to start getting the word out to your potential readers. If you like the idea of having a blog, but you want to speak to someone about setting up a blog and teaching you how to use and promote it, feel free to contact me for details about my blog consulting service.

Nikki Leigh
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When Opportunity Knocks... Will You Be Ready

"When Opportunity Knocks 2.0… Will You Be Ready?"

Week One of Four Weeks to Help You Learn to Sell More Books with Web 2.0

Michele Price (owner - A Third Mind and Co-Founder SellMoreBooks.com) and Nikki Leigh (owner - Promo 101 Virtual Blog Tours) are teaming up to re-launch SellMoreBooks.com 2.0. To kick things off they are beginning a four week series of calls about utilizing Web 2.0 and social media marketing to Sell More Books. The topic for the first week is "When Opportunity Knocks 2.0… Will You Be Ready?" Utilizing social networking sites, blogs, and much more are something that we always recommend to clients – but first, are you ready for the additional "targeted" traffic? This week, we'll start at the very beginning and discuss some of the basics. Once we help you "get ready" for opportunity, we'll walk you through ways to generate leads and Sell More Books.

For more information about these calls, you can visit my BlogTalkRadio show page - www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh

This is the link directly to the show information for Monday September 15 - http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh/2008/09/15/Book-Marketing-20-Sell-More-Books-in-the-New-Millenium

UPCOMING SHOW: 9/15/2008 5:00 PM
Host Name: Nikki Leigh

Co-host Name: Michelle Price
Show Name: When Opportunity Knocks 2.0… Will You Be Ready?
Show Length: 1 Hour
Show Description: Join Michelle Price and Nikki Leigh as they help you understand more about Web 2.0. What is Web 2.0? Why it is important to you? How can it make a difference in your book sales? This is the first session in a four week series to address this topic. For much more information, visit www.sellmorebooks.com

You can visit the link above and click the reminder button and BlogTalkRadio will send you a reminder before the show. During the call, people can call in and ask questions or go into the chat room and send your question. If you can't be with us during the live show, you can visit www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh and listen to the show later. You can even download a copy to listen later.

In upcoming weeks we'll talk about more specific aspects of Web 2.0 as applied to authors, speakers and information marketers – you don't want to miss any of these calls, if you want to learn how to Sell More Books.

To Your Success!

Nikki Leigh and Michelle Price

Join Nikki Leigh at Coffee TImes Blog

I wanted to invite you to visit me at Coffee Times blog today. I'm posting some information about fictional settings, and the settings for each of my fictional series. One post gives information about Cape Ann, Massachusetts and another post gives background information about the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Many of the details I provide in these posts are woven into the books. Feel free to drop by and say hi or comment -

http://coffeetimeromance.com/CoffeeThoughts/

I'll be dropping in throughout the day to say hi and to answer questions.

Nikki Leigh

Book Promo 101 - http://www.nikkileigh.com
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Nikki Leigh Interviews Publisher and Author Arline Chase

Nikki Leigh interviewed Arline Chase on Book Promo 101 Talk Radio on Monday September 2. We had the opportunity to talk about her work as a publisher, some do’s and don’ts for writers and tips for submitting your work to a publisher. We also had the chance to talk about her latest book which was released yesterday. The title is Spirit of Wind and it is the third book in her spirit series. For more information or to listen to the show, visit www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh.

On September 9th, best selling mystery author Doug Cummings is scheduled to discuss his latest book- Every Secret Crime. Doug began his 25 year broadcasting career as a TV investigative reporter before discovering his passion for the immediacy of news-radio. He worked as an anchor, reporter and talk-show host in Kansas, Missouri and Illinois before settling in Chicago. You can visit www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh to set a reminder for future shows.

Nikki Leigh

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Meet The Pilot and Survivor From One of the Largest Air Rescues in Vietnam

In August, Dave Richardson did a virtual tour to promote his book Vietnam Air Rescues. This book was created by a father to share an account of the time he spent in Vietnam. He discusses each of his rescues and shares plenty of details about every day life for him and other interesting tidbits about his time in Vietnam.

Vietnam Air Rescues by Dave Richardson Gives You a Chance to…

Eavesdrop—as a father recounts to his adult children his exploits as an Air Force
“Jolly Green” combat helicopter rescue pilot in Vietnam…

Be There—to see what it was really like…

Ride Along—and determine what you would have done when another man’s life was literally hanging in the balance…

Feel—what it meant to save a life…

Experience—heart pounding action in…Vietnam Air Rescues.

Join author to learn more about his life as a “Jolly Green” rescue pilot, picking up aircrew shot down in North Vietnam and Laos. This book is a real treasure with details of his 7 rescues of 9 men and over 30 anecdotes relating to his experiences. The book is profusely illustrated with more than 100 photos, maps and drawings. To order your copy and for more information, visit his website at www.vietnam-air-rescues.com.

Dave Richardson’s final rescue happened mere days before he was scheduled to return to the US. Little did he know that it would be one of the largest air rescues in Vietnam. The man he rescued has written a book about his experience during this 40 hour ordeal.




While reading The Rescue of Streetcar 304---A Navy Pilot’s Forty Hours on the Run in Laos, you might:

Cry… When Streetcar 304 describes a romantic and emotional farewell with wife and children prior to flying into combat over Laos.

Twinge in Fear… As Streetcar 304 is shot down following his second bomb run in the midst of massive enemy anti-aircraft fire.

Anguish... Along with Streetcar 304 as one rescue plane after another is knocked out of the sky by enemy gunfire and another pilot is also running for his life.

Marvel… At the non-stop action in the jungle as Streetcar encounters squad after squad of enemy troops in hot pursuit and then… lions, leopards and monkeys.

Stand up and Applaud… When Streetcar 304 is finally rescued in a scenario readers describe as “Better than any movie”.

Be in Awe… When you read the final epilogue about the story’s aftermath.

On 31 May 1968, Lt. Kenny Fields catapulted off USS America in his A-7 for his first combat mission. His target was in Laos, which at the time was “officially” off-limits for U.S. attacks. What the planners did not know was that Fields and his wingman were en route to a massive concentration of AAA gun sites amidst an entire North Vietnamese division. Fields—call sign Streetcar 304—was the first to roll in and destroyed the target with a direct hit. Three AAA guns began to fire, but, following his wingman, he rolled in again. This time many more AAA guns opened up and Fields was shot down. For more information, visit – www.kennywaynefields.com

Monday August 18th, author and publicist Nikki Leigh interviewed Dave Richardson about his book and his experiences in Vietnam. To listen or to download your own copy, click the link above.

As a follow up, Nikki Leigh interviewed Dave Richardson and Kenny Fields on August 25th. The second interview was a chance to talk with the rescue pilot and the survivor about what happened during those 40 hours, in the air and on the ground. To listen to the show or to download your own copy, click the link below.



Veterans, teachers, aviation buffs, family members of military personnel, history buffs and many of others enjoyed these shows. They can be a way to start a conversation about the war, help family members understand about their loved ones time in the war, give students a first hand account from the men who lived through this rescue and others and many other people can benefit from these shows.

The content in the shows is just the beginning. To learn the full story from both of these men, read both books and get both perspectives of these pulse pounding experiences and edge of your seat action. Vietnam Air Rescues by Dave Richardson and Rescue of Streetcar 304 by Kenny Fields are both for sale on Amazon.com and other booksellers. You can also order autographed copies from the authors if you prefer. Feel free to contact Nikki Leigh for more information at nikki_leigh22939@yahoo.com. To read a sample from Dave Richardson's book Vietnam Air Rescues - visit www.nikkileigh.com/var.htm. This ebook contains excerpts from Vietnam Air Rescues and it contains all the details for Dave's first rescue. Download your free copy today.

Join Nikki Leigh To Hear About A Rescue Pilot and a Survivor

A reminder about the show this afternoon and information about Hugh Ballou's tour stop today.

Last Monday, I hosted Dave Richardson on my radio show and I had a great time asking him questions and I’ve gotten very good feedback about the show. This week, I’ll talk with Dave Richardson and Kenny Fields – the last man he rescued in Vietnam. It is a harrowing rescue on paper and I have a feeling we will learn much more on air. You are invited to listen online or call in with questions for Dave and/or Kenny. They have both written books about their experiences – one from the air and one from the ground. Here is the information you need to join us and if you can’t be with us Monday, go to the site to download one or both shows to listen to later. Interview on BlogTalkRadio with Nikki Leigh www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh 3:00 – 4:00 EST – Call in number (347) 215-8201

Wayne Hulbert interviews Hugh Ballou and he posts a review for Transforming Power at http://www.blogbusinessworld.blogspot.com

For more information about Hugh Ballou – visit www.hughballou.com. Book information is available at http://www.amazon.com/Transforming-Power-Transformational-Encouragement-Inspiration/dp/0881775312

A SPECIAL BONUS TO EACH PERSON WHO PURCHASES TRANSFORMING POWER TODAY – Hugh Ballou has compiled a list of great FREE bonus gifts for anyone who purchases Transforming Power today. To see a sample of the items that are being given away, visit http://www.transforming-power.com. Just buy a copy of Transforming Power, return to this page and click to submit your invoice number to receive the web page link to download all of these gifts for FREE.

Nikki Leigh – Author, Publicist and Tour Coordinator

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Vietnam Helicopter Pilot and the Man He Rescued

On the 18th, Nikki Leigh interviewed Dave Richardson, author of Vietnam Air Rescues on BlogTalkRadio with Nikki www.blogtalkradio.com/nikkileigh. The book is about his experiences as a helicopter pilot in Vietnam. On Monday, the 25th at 3:00, Dave will return to the show along with, Kenny Fields, one of the men he rescued. Call in number is (347) 215-8201. You don't want to miss this one as the two of them share the rescue details with Nikki Leigh. Callers will have the chance to call in and ask questions.

For a preview of Dave's book, download a free sampler which includes excerpts from the book and the complete first rescue story. The sampler can be downloaded at www.nikkileigh.com/var.htm

Amazon Link for Vietnam Air Rescues: http://www.amazon.com/Vietnam-Air-Rescues-Dave-Richardson/dp/1434891348

For more information on Dave Richardson, visit his website www.vietnam-air-rescues.com.

Donna Sundblad
Tour Coordinator Promo 101 Virtual Blog Tours
www.theinkslinger.net

Learn How Hugh Ballou Promotes His Books & Business

Wednesday August 20

Visit http://readersstation.ning.com/group/promotionalauthorinterviews to read my promotional interview with Hugh Ballou. Learn more about the things he does to promote his books and his business.

For more information about Hugh Ballou – visit www.hughballou.com. Book information is available at http://www.amazon.com/Transforming-Power-Transformational-Encouragement-Inspiration/dp/0881775312http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2008/06/transforming-power-virtual-tour-with.html For full tour details, visit

A SPECIAL BONUS TO EACH PERSON WHO PURCHASES TRANSFORMING POWERTransforming Power today. To see a sample of the items that are being given away, visit http://www.transforming-power.com. Just buy a copy of Transforming Power, return to this page and click to submit your invoice number to receive the web page link to download all of these gifts for FREE. TODAY – Hugh Ballou has compiled a list of great FREE bonus gifts for anyone who purchases

Nikki Leigh – Author, Publicist and Tour Coordinator

www.nikkileigh.com – Book Promo 101: Learn the Basics of Book Promotion

Follow Me on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Two Radio Shows For Monday August 18th

On Monday, August 18th, Nikki Leigh is interviewing author Dave Richardson to talk about his book, Vietnam Air Rescues http://www.blogtalk radio.com/nikkileigh at 3:00 EST. Call-in Number: (347) 215-8201. On Monday, August 25, she'll interview Dave Richardson (the helicopter pilot) again and Kenny Fields (the last man he rescued). Both shows will be great and be there with them live.

Make sure to download a free sampler from Dave's book before the show. The sampler includes excerpts from Dave's book and the complete first rescue. You might want to have the sampler while you listen to these interviews because it has a couple of maps that will help you see what's happening. The sampler can be downloaded at www.nikkileigh.com/var.htm


At 6 pm EST, Hugh Ballou will visit The Success Hour with Coach Camille. Visit her show at http://www.blogtalk radio.com/ Coach-Camille to listen as they discuss his background, his books and his work. The call in number for the show is (347) 326-9317. They would love to hear from you.


For more information about Hugh Ballou – visit www.hughballou.com. Book information is available at
www.amazon.com/Transforming-Power-Transformational-Encouragement-Inspiration/dp/0881775312

For full tour details, visit
http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2008/06/transforming-power-virtual-tour-with.html



A SPECIAL BONUS TO EACH PERSON WHO PURCHASES TRANSFORMING POWERTransforming Power today. To see a sample of the items that are being given away, visit http://www.transforming-power.com. Just buy a copy of Transforming Power, return to this page and click to submit your invoice number to receive the web page link to download all of these gifts for FREE. TODAY – Hugh Ballou has compiled a list of great FREE bonus gifts for anyone who purchases


Nikki Leigh – Author, Publicist and Tour Coordinator

www.nikkileigh.com – Book Promo 101: Learn the Basics of Book Promotion

Follow Me on Twitter - www.twitter.com/litekepr

Learn the History Behind Vietnam Air Rescues by Dave Richardson

What changed the mind of this retired military pilot turned school teacher to write his book Vietnam Air Rescues? Stop by Great New Books that are a Must Read http://newgreatbooks.blogspot.com/ on Monday, August 11, to learn the history behind author Dave Richardson's' fascinating new book. Make sure to leave a comment for a chance to win a copy too.

On Tuesday, August 12, the tour stops at Mommy Reviewed http://mommyreviewed.blogspot.com/ for an inside sneak peek into Vietnam Air Rescues with an excerpt hand selected for your enjoyment.

Feel free to ask questions or leave a comment at every stop on the tour to increase your chances to win a copy of this exciting book.

Amazon Link for Vietnam Air Rescues: http://www.amazon.com/Vietnam-Air-Rescues-Dave-Richardson/dp/1434891348

For more information on Dave Richardson, visit his website www.vietnam-air-rescues.com.


Donna Sundblad
Tour Coordinator Promo 101 Virtual Blog Tours
www.theinkslinger.net

Tough Economic Times Require Strong Leadership

Hugh Ballou and I were discussing how questionable economic times bring out the best and worst in leaders. It’s the sort of situation that reveals the best leaders. Today, he shares his thoughts on the need for strong leaders in bad economic times on my blogs that feature current events that tie into the subject of books. Read more at - http://currenteventsinbooks.blogspot.com/

Sunday August 10

Today we begin a four day event with author, Joyce Anthony, on her blog. Each day, Sunday through Wednesday she will share different information about Hugh Ballou. Feel free to drop by to learn more and you are welcome to ask questions at any of the tour stops. Hugh would like to hear from you. Joyce’s blog address is - http://joyceanthony.tripod.com/blog/. Today she focuses on details about Hugh Ballou.

For more information about Hugh Ballou – visit www.hughballou.com. Book information is available at http://www.amazon.com/Transforming-Power-Transformational-Encouragement-Inspiration/dp/0881775312 For full tour details, visit http://virtualblogtour.blogspot.com/2008/06/transforming-power-virtual-tour-with.html

A SPECIAL BONUS TO EACH PERSON WHO PURCHASES TRANSFORMING POWER TODAY – Hugh Ballou has compiled a list of great FREE bonus gifts for anyone who purchases Transforming Power today. To see a sample of the items that are being given away, visit http://www.transforming-power.com. Just buy a copy of Transforming Power, return to this page and click to submit your invoice number to receive the web page link to download all of these gifts for FREE.

Nikki Leigh – Author, Publicist and Tour Coordinator

www.nikkileigh.com – Book Promo 101: Learn the Basics of Book Promotion