This is not the only day when authors should be giving thanks. We ask for a lot and expect a lot when it comes to preparing a book for publication and marketing that book. There are people who help us all along the way. Don’t forget to thank them for their time and expertise.
Sure, you pay some of them for their skills. But a heart-felt “thank you” should also be extended to the individuals who participate in making your book better. Who should you thank?
- People who help you during the research process.
- Your editor and/or proofreader who helps make you look good.
- Early (or beta) readers, who catch things before you publish.
- Folks who give testimonials for your back cover and promo material.
- Your formatter—page-layout person.
- The professional who helps you promote your book.
- The experts and professionals whose books, articles, and presentations have helped you along the publishing path.
- Your cover designer.
- Reviewers, bloggers, webmasters and others who mention or review your book.
- Newsletter and magazine editors who post announcements about your book.
- And, of course, the customer—your readers.
This Thanksgiving, if you haven’t generously thanked all of those who have been helpful in your publishing/marketing process, this is a good time to do so. I know I sure have a lot of people to thank, including thousands of readers and you. I am blessed.