Congratulations to Barbara Wentzell Jaquith whose book A Wanderful Life: Your Guide to Full-time RV Living was just published last week! She writes, “What a journey this has been and I thank you once again for your contribution to it." 

This is an example of an author who has taken her own personal experiences, gathered the words of others, and created a guidepost for readers seeking the same path. It is both a private journey and a public one as she invites others to share the adventures of a full-time RV lifestyle. Readers enjoy these types of books, whether or not they plan to take to the road in an RV, sail the world in a boat, or explore exotic restaurants in foreign countries. Consider where your life has taken you and how you might likewise share your life's journey with others in a book.

Oh, and did I mention that being a writer while traveling works really well! You can take both your home and your office (aka laptop) with you as you explore the countryside in a recreational vehicle. (Just be sure you have a good Internet connection set-up.) 

Barbara's next adventure will be marketing the book. As she says:

“We plan to tackle this phase of the work using a cross-section of the options for marketing that are available. Who knew how engaged you have to remain - not me! But we are prepared to do all we can to stay focused."

Writing a book is just the beginning of the publishing journey. Marketing and promotions are more steps along that path. Below are some ideas to help you in that next step for your book as well.