Publicity and Media Relations
Cynthia Hughes Literary Management has extensive contacts with Texas media and can make getting the word out about your book much easier and convenient. CHLM's immediate contacts in both the media and the publishing industry can open doors that are usually closed to the average author or small publisher. CHLM can also work with to design a strategy that truly meets your needs.
Publicity services include:
Press Kit Development
- Developing the right pitch to make your book stand out through both a press release and a cover letter
- Developing supplementary materials, such as an author biography, sample interview questions, tour schedule, and clips
Media Campaign Strategy Development
- Targeting appropriate markets for author appearances
- Targeting relevant media, both in Texas and nationwide
- Developing a strategy timeline
Media Relations
- Developing a customized media contact list of print, radio, television, and online media
- Contacting print, radio, television and online media for book reviews, feature articles,interviews, commentary opportunities, and calendar listings
- Creating and submitting press releases
- Following up with targeted media through phone, mail, and/or e-mail.
- Providing clipping service of articles
Other Media Services
- Developing a personalized media contact list for authors interested in placing stories and articles in national media
- Media training and interview coaching
- Developing media partnerships when appropriate
- Advertising
To meet an author or publisher's needs, we will conduct a complimentary interview and then present a proposal recommending areas to address.
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