S2 Ep394: January 13, 2025, Authors and Writers | Ohio Writers' Guild | Interview with Ray Depew

Freestyle Living with Kathy Binner |Your Passive Income Mentor | Health and Wealth Educator

Unlocking Opportunities with the National Authors in Grocery Stores Program

Discover the innovative way authors are connecting with readers in unexpected places! In this exclusive podcast episode, we sit down with Ray DePew, the mastermind behind the National Authors in Grocery Stores program. Learn how this unique initiative brings books to the aisles of regional grocery stores, allowing authors to showcase their work directly to shoppers.
Ray shares the step-by-step process of joining the program, from book approval to scheduling signings, and provides invaluable tips for authors looking to make a lasting impression. You'll hear success stories, insider strategies, and why grocery stores are becoming a surprising hotspot for literary discovery.
Whether you're an author seeking to grow your audience or a fan of creative marketing ideas, this replay is packed with actionable insights. Tune in to learn how you can transform your book marketing strategy and get your work into the hands of new readers.
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🔗 Don’t miss out—listen now to elevate your book marketing game!
Connect with Ray:
https://www.facebook.com/AuthorsInGroceryStores
845.699.6664
Website: https://authorsingrocerystores.com/
email: [e-mail]
Also, locallysigned.com so authors can have their own website
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