I had to share this with someone. Feeling discouraged, doing "all the things" and not getting results, this morning I found a check in the mail from my distributor for $1352.16 - and that's after all their fees. I have no idea where these sales came from - paperback and hardcover as the distributor does not do my ebook, but something must be working. I have renewed energy. Thanks for your support for my journey with "Art & Love: My Life Illuminated in Egg Tempera."

My book is now on Libby!

My book was just awarded a IPPY bronze award for cover design. I entered that category because I wanted my fabulous designer Domini Dragoone to get some recognition. But can I claim this as an award for my book as long as I also credit her?

Who do you hire to do your press release about your book?

We Love Memoirs and We Love Memoirs Author groups, both on Facebook, are a great resource and place to get reviews. They give you opportunities for promotion and is such a friendly community. It takes a while to understand the rules but it's a warm place on the internet for memoirists. Happy to answer any questions about it.