How to Set Up For Your Book Signing

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By Mirika Cornelius
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You have already written your first book, and now it is time to let the world know. A book signing is one of the first things that you have decided to do as you already have distributed your books to certain bookstores, but the only question is how to have an effective set up? There are a few tricks that will draw attention while you sit before the crowd of passers by.

Difficulty: Moderate

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Things You'll Need:

Published Books
Confidence
Winning Smile
Outgoing Personality
Table and Chair
Posters
Fliers

Step 1

When setting up for your book signing whether it be your first or your tenth, the very first thing that you set up is yourself. You are the seller, and you must sell yourself as well as your book. Therefore, you need a winning personality that radiates confidence and know how as well as a smile that doesn't grow weak. These things are natural people pleasers, and they give people an appetite for a bite of what you have if they haven't already had a taste.
Step 2

Secondly, be certain that you have a plain table and chair. The reason for this is that you don't want folks gawking at something else besides your books. Therefore, go easy on the decorating. Ribbons, lace, fake snow and the like are not necessary ... well unless you are Santa. A nice table cover will do that reaches to the floor as you can hide things underneath such as more books, a drink for thirst, extra fliers and cards etc.
Step 3

Next, have a gigantic or just large poster of yourself and book on an easel so that those far away can see what is going on. The poster must be a eye catcher or you will lose potential customers guaranteed. Therefore, put some color on that poster to brighten it up! Bright colors always draw a crowd. The picture of yourself should be big but don't overshadow the book ... unless you are already famous. Also, put two very descriptive words on the poster that are sure to start a flame for books flying off of your table. Over one hundred fliers and cards are a must as well.
Step 4

The last but most important thing is to have are an over abundance of books. Know already your goal for that day which should be to sell out, and do it. Your book should be nicely arranged on table along with everything else. Not too many should be on the table, but utilize the space under the table to replenish the top. You will need room to sign many books. Remember don't just wait for someone to come to you, if you can do so, draw them to you with your words!