The readers of G.R.E.A.T.

On Wednesday I had a wonderful discussion with the book club G.R.E.A.T. (Girls Reading Everything & Anything Together). I was invited by Tracey Smith after she read my novel THE SANDMAN. I have never met Tracey in person, but had to contact her every 3 years as I renewed my PHCC Certification with the state of California. When she learned I had a book published she ordered a copy on Borders.com and presented it to her group.

It was with great pleasure to learn the group was happy with their decision to read my novel, and even greater pleasure to discuss my passion for writing. One of the group members even added a review on Amazon.com, and that was very considerate and appreciated. As I work on my 2nd novel I realize the fictional story of THE SANDMAN is relevant to today's news, so I still make a point to promote my book. As I took note to wonder when I should stop promoting THE SANDMAN I realized it was wrong to even consider that notion. Many of my favorite books I read are long out of print, but still enjoyable. Speaking with the ladies of G.R.E.A.T. made me realize this as I reach the 1st anniversary of THE SANDMAN's publication next month. They were encouraging me to come out with the sequel now! My sequel will come soon enough, but as I explained to them my marketing strategy they understood and applauded my decision.

So my advice to all of you is when your book is published don't stop promoting it even long after its publication. Books are timeless and will be around long after the writers have left us. I was informed by a friend that I had immortalized myself by publishing my book, and didn't quite understand what she meant at the time. But now I know that like many artists before us our books will continue to be available for people to enjoy. And that makes the work I do today all the more special to know it will be there tomorrow.

Talk with you soon!

David
www.DavidLuceroSandman.com