Tag Archives: Books

Novel Coming Soon

Posted on July 29, 2010 by David G Shrock

For nearly a decade, I’ve been working on stories in Draco Torre’s world, or more accurately, translating stories as told by Torre and friends. Keeping the stories to myself seems selfish, so I decided to share them. Draco Torre stories … Continue reading →

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Perspective

Posted on July 18, 2010 by David G Shrock

From Publishers Weekly “A Bookselling Tail” from 2006 noting 2004 Bookscan data 80% of books sell fewer than 99 copies 96% of books sell fewer than 1,000 copies Average American book sells 500 copies According to Editorial Ass in 2008 … Continue reading →

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Facebook Page

Posted on July 13, 2010 by David G Shrock

I started a Facebook page for Draco Torre Books where I’ll post about my books. On the main page (www.DracoTore.com,) I added a “Like” button so Facebook users can start following. The Facebook icon at the top of the sidebar … Continue reading →

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New Book: Shadow Memories

Posted on June 18, 2010 by David G Shrock

My book of short stories, Shadow Memories, is available in digital format at Smashwords. Nine dark tales delve into the shadows stirring up memories from another world. Meet a memory-eating wraith searching for his lost love. Join a giant-sized man … Continue reading →

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Never Sell Content

Posted on October 19, 2009 by David G Shrock

In a previous post, I argued that “Consumers Pay for Content.” Many publishers try to sell content, but this is not the best marketing strategy. Sell ideas. Sell souvenirs. Sell an escape from reality. Watch the video of Seth Godin, … Continue reading →

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