eBook Software Guide
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The first things to consider when purchasing and using eBook software are:
· Know your eBook software investment
· Know how easy it is to create your electronic book
· Know your per-eBook delivery costs
· Can it track eBook usage and distribution?
· Can it control plagiarism and maintain security of your intellectual property?
· Does it provide and can you use available no-cost marketing tools?
Other specific eBook software features you should look for:
· Modern eBook software that uses advanced technology
· Ability to allow and/or deny file saving, copying and/or printing of your intellectual property
· Ability to control and limit the unauthorized use and distribution of your product
· Ability to sample e-Book software without obligation to see which is best for you
· A money back guarantee if you are not satisfied
· PC or Mac based applications to meet your computer platform and product delivery requirements
· Desktop and/or on-line based software to suit your needs
· Customizable “branding” features to further your own market identity
· Ability to deliver your electronic book in PDF, HTML, and/or EXE format
· “Viral” features to help get the word out about your product
· Fully functional interface with payment gateways and email autoresponders for completely automated “hands-off” commerce
· Cost control: Is there a one-time eBook software cost? A per eBook cost? Recurring monthly fees? Hosting costs?…and many others
The use of this list is free. All electronic book (eBook) software vendors do not offer all features so research carefully. Individual vendors are responsible for the functionality and support of their eBook software.
Social networks are increasingly becoming used by businesses...
That's right: many businesses are now infiltrating social networks to advertise in a subtle manner - and get their message replicated through systems that are already available within the network.
The most prominent social network is http://www.myspace.com, which boasts a membership base of 1.06 hundred million. If the affiliate product you are selling has a broad appeal, you could use MySpace to market your product, as you will be able to reach the largest audience very quickly.
Now, there are a number of different ways in which you can market your affiliate product through MySpace. One way is to setup a profile, purchase what is called an "adder robot," and then begin adding friends to your list on a daily basis. The robot can add as many as 300 per day without any problems. Depending on your goals, you may want to add a personal profile for yourself and then talk about your business/product on your page; or you may want to simply create a profile for your business and use that to market your product.
While you can send out bulletins advertising your product through MySpace, this is generally discouraged by the MySpace staff and could lead to you getting banned. So it is probably a good idea to avoid this. Instead, post related bulletins that don't advertise your product, but talk about something similar. This will drive interested visitors to your page, where they can learn more about the affiliate product you are selling. Note, however, that you will have to link to a non-affiliate page, as affiliate links are expressly forbidden on MySpace.
Once you have had some experience marketing to the MySpace crowd, you may wish to consider looking at other social networking sites.
One other large site is Friendster, which you can find at the following URL: http://www.friendster.com
Look for niche networking sites, which will afford you an opportunity to address a more targeted audience. A large social networking site that caters specifically for college and high school students, for example, is...
Whichever sites you decide to use, keep the following in mind: your goal should be to develop a network of people who share a common interest and could potentially be interested in your specific product. For this reason, it is always a good idea to think long term (i.e. don't do things that are going to get you banned); instead, concentrate on building your network and introducing them to your affiliate product.
Social Networking for Maximum Benefit
Writing Articles - 8 Hard-hitting Article Writing Tips
by Elizabeth Mcgee
One of the best reasons for writing articles is to get traffic to your website and lots of it, but you won't attract much traffic with boring content, ramblings and regurgitated ideas that no one cares about. Your articles must be interesting, easy to read and spark interest.
How can you do that? Here are a few tips :
1. Forget what you Learned in English Class
Internet surfers are skimmers; they want something that is easy to read and gets to the point fast. When it comes to paragraphs, shorter is better and each paragraph should consist of about 3-5 sentences. The last thing they want to read are big long run-on sentences, even if they belong together it’s easier to read if you break them up. Keep your words simple, get to the point quickly and don't ramble or get preachy.
One thing you do need to remember from English class is make your writing understandable. I do this by speaking what I write. After you write it, say it out loud. If it doesn't make sense to you, it won't make sense to anyone else.
2. Use a Catchy Title
your title is what lures your reader in. It must capture their attention and incite intrigue. This means using powerful, descriptive words. For example, the title of this article is "8 hard-hitting article writing tips'. 'Hard-hitting' is a powerful description of these tips. Get the idea?
Remember also that your title should reflect exactly what your article is about, so keep it relevant and focused.
3. Skip the Broad Topics
There’s nothing worse than a broad topic with little detail. Keep your article focused on one specific topic and then follow through with informative details. Deliver good information in an expert manner. If you have too many topics running through your head, break them up into separate articles. If you are a little foggy about what details to include, ask yourself the who, what, when, where, why and how questions for ideas.
Additionally, keep your ideas flowing in a logical manner, don't jump around. Your article should flow like smooth running water.
4. Stir up Some Action
Light a fire under your reader by using action words. This means avoiding words like was, were, can, maybe, are, am, may, could, should, etc. Bring your message alive with action words like get, find, will, do, must, go, run, drive, etc. The idea is to bring forth a powerful message that adds enthusiasm and provokes action. Don’t be wishy-washy with your ideas. Project a powerful, authoritative, say what you mean voice.
5. Deliver Quality over Quantity
When submitting your articles to a directory, use the minimum number of words it requires. If a directory requires of minimum of 500 words and your article is 1000 words, split it up into two articles. The more articles you can submit the better. Having more articles is better than having larger articles.
6. Show Some Personality for crying' out loud
Let’s face it, articles can be dull. Just read some of the articles out there and you'll see what I mean. You'll get a lot more feedback and interest if you can interject some personality in your writing. If you are a funny person, let that humour come through. Even a little sarcasm or controversy can add to a readers enjoyment and help put them at ease.
No one wants dull, so let your personality reflect a 's park of spirit' that will help your reader better engage in your article.
7. Funnel Your Readers
Forget the bio pitch. Your articles are not the best place for them; leave that to your website. Instead use your article’s resource box to funnel your readers to your website. If they liked what they read in your article they will likely want to see more. Use your resource box to lead them there by attracting them with something of value. For example, your resource box might say something like this :
- get your free course here...
- learn more about xyz here...
- get more articles like this here...
The idea is to channel your readers to your website, not pitch your bio. At this point no one really cares. Get them to your site first.
8. Grammar and Spelling Count
Ever read an article with poor grammar and spelling errors? It’s a bit of a turn-off. It diminishes your professionalism and authority. That’s why you must use spell checker, particularly after making article changes or updates. Keep in mind; however that spellchecker may not pick up errors for words like 'there' and 'their' so give your articles a good eye-balling before submitting them.
As for your grammar, you don't have to follow every rule of grammar but you don't want to sound like a first grader either. Don't be sloppy; take the time to read over your article for good punctuation and a style of grammar that projects intelligence yet lets your personality shine through.
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