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Day 21 of Book Production

154 days till Publication

Today I worked on creating my golden 100 list. This is an idea composed (I think originally by John Kremer) in which you come up with a 100 key people in media and marketing who could possibly help with promotion and publicity. It\’s sort of a focus thing. Rather than  blindly going about how you will put your book out into the world you come up with a plan.

It\’s a bit different with Catholic books I figure because it\’s more about finding people, groups and organizations that are mission oriented. People who would think a book on the rosary would be a good thing. Not the ones that roll their eyes and say, \”Excuse me?\”  \”You\’re doing what?\”  \”Well, isn\’t that interesting . . . \”

So I started out bright and early to work on my list. I thought it would be rather easy. I mean after all, there are easily a 100 key Catholic figures who are into the rosary right? Or into Catholic books at least . . . or Catholic evangelization or ending the death penalty?

Hmmm. I worked most of the day and came up with a list of 46. Some of these people I know slightly and others I only know by name. Didn\’t even get half way before I got stumped. So then I moved to adding Catholic bookstores. This will take some work tracking them down but I figure they will certainly be good ones to contact and see if they will carry this book in their stores.

Now my question to you is  . . . do you know of any rosary groups in your parish or area that might be interested in this book and even possibly submitting a rosary story? Perhaps some one in retreat work? Some of the best stories from the first book came from lay people. Ordinary people who had a devotion to the rosary and shared how it strengthened their lives, helped them through hard spots and was instrumental in a positive life change. Please think . . . and if you come up with someone I might possibly contact please email me. And if you think of a story yourself, please share.

Cathy Almeter who is a long time follower – and comments frequently here, sent in a story. It is really a sweet, story. No miracle involved but testified to the faith and devotion of her mother. I know it will make its way into the book and I think you will like it too. It\’s funny as well as just plain nice.

Have a wonderful day!

Patricia

 

7 Responses

  1. Cute Kitten. I wish you luck with book. I tried to check with our rosary group but they do not seem to have any stories but would think on it. At least I tried that’s what matters. Exciting news for me I became a great aunt my nieces daughter had a baby boy last night. Brayan Andre Interesting spelling to name. So this puts me on cloud nine with joy Praise Jesus and thank you. Any way have a great week. Kathy OFS SiochanAgus Maitheas

    1. Oh what joy to have a new little member of your family! Blessings and congratulations for your family. And nice to be a great aunt!

      Huge thanks for asking your rosary group. You never know about a story – often times we don’t think our moments of answered prayer as something worth sharing. As if we are the only ones who would be really interested but I think everyone gains from hearing answered prayer. And maybe in time someone will think of something! but especially THANKS for asking. You are a jewel. 🙂

    1. Hi Nancy,

      It seems to be working okay for me. What page were you trying to open it from? The email or a website. If its a web page maybe I have a bad link somewhere.

  3. Hi,

    Earlier the page for the games, etc was down, all is fine now. The kitten is precious. I really enjoy all the games, great for the mind.
    Going to my daughter and son in laws for Thanksgiving, I go up 2 days early and help with Thanksgiving preparation and my husband comes up with my youngest son and his wife and family on Thanksgiving and I drive back with my husband. My daughter lives about 1 hour 15 minutes from us. My oldest son and his family get together with her family on Thanksgiving. We have everyone at our house Christmas Eve. Fun festivities the holidays are. It feels like winter here. Very cold today and windy.

    1. Oh that sounds like a very busy but fun way to do thanksgiving an Christmas. Very family filled.

      Didn’t know the games were down. Hmmm. wonder why that was. who knows.

      I thought the kitten was just the sweetest picture ever. Makes me want to go out and get another one! ha ha. Won’t be doing that though – hardly keep up with Buddy and Pudge.

  4. I only know of one Catholic bookstore and I did see your other books in it. It’s in Springfield, MO. Here is the link:

    De Sales Catholic Bookstore in Springfield MO
    desalescatholicbookstore.com

    210-J West Sunshine Springfield, MO 65807 Phone: (417)831-4630 Toll Free: (800)365-5170 Fax: (417)831-5173 catholicbookstore@sbcglobal.net

    Hope this helps a little!
    Carol