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What I Offer
For most basic promotion, including what is listed below, I am currently not charging a direct fee. I may or may not fulfill all the options provided. This is a sample of how I can promote your event/product. I may request complimentary tickets or a copy of your book however. That is listed in the details.
Blog post–I will create a profession looking blog post that will be posted to my website in a timely manner ahead of your event. For book releases, the post will be ahead of your release and for reviews, as quickly as possible.
Facebook–I will share my blog post to both my author and personal Facebook pages. If appropriate, I will share multiple times.
Twitter/X–I will share my blog post to my Twitter page.
Instagram–If appropriate photos are provided, I will try to share information to my Instagram page.
Pinterest–My Instagram feed automatically shares to my Pinterest page with a link to the IG page. If IG is not appropriate, I will share photos to Pinterest with a link to my blog page.
YouTube–If I am able to attend your event, I will try to capture a few seconds of video and share to YouTube. This will not be of professional quality. I may record a short video about books and other products which can be posted to YouTube or IG Reels.
If you have professional video you would like me to include in posts, please provide your YouTube or other link. I can provide that link in my blog post. YouTube videos can often be embedded directly into the post for reader ease.
As far as my own email list, that is under consideration. I did use Mailchimp but that relationship went south quickly. If I do develop such again in the future, your promotional information may be included as a way to expand reach.
Please note that for products available on sites such as Amazon, links that I post may be affiliate links, providing me an extremely small revenue stream but not increasing any costs to your customer. If you would like to offer your product directly to consumers, please reach out regarding affiliate opportunities so we can track site visits and sales.
One thing to keep in mind is that I live in Central Florida. My event and news promotional posts will primarily be geared toward that geographic area. This is not exclusive so please do not feel limited or excluded.
Below are a few guidelines to consider that will help make our partnership work to the best possible outcome. The last section contains information on how best for you to reach me.
Events
I would love to promote your culturally related event. This includes art shows, exhibit openings, concerts, theater performances, presentations or discussions, festivals, theme parks, travel/tourist destinations, and the like. If you aren’t sure if it’s appropriate, go ahead and reach out.
What I need from you: A press release or something similar. It works best if I can copy and paste your text directly. That way you know everything is correct.
Event name, date, times, address, cost, official website, sponsors (if they need to be thanked).
An event description. What is your event about. Who would enjoy it. Why should they attend.
Ticket purchase information. If you have a link for pre purchase that is helpful for readers.
A ticket purchase discount code if available. This helps you track if people are attending from having seen the event on my site. It also acts as an encouragement to purchase tickets and attend.
A photo, or several, to highlight your event. This should include your event poster if available.
My wife and I would like to be able to attend your event. If you would like for us to attend and for me to post a follow up review type post of your event, I do kindly request two complimentary or discounted tickets. We will do our best to attend events throughout central Florida. Please see the end of this post for the best way to contact me.
Products, including Book Reviews
I am always interested in seeing products that I think my readers would like. This includes history, art, and travel related books; travel items and gadgets; book protection and storage; history, art, and travel videos; and similar. As with events, even if you aren’t sure, drop me a line.
I will tell you, I seldom read or review fiction on my own account. If you have something relevant, please feel free to reach out and maybe at the least I can post an announcement with purchase links.
For book reviews, please be advised I do have quite a substantial “to be read” pile. Review requests will usually find their way to the top in a more timely manner. If you are a publishing house employee, please reach out. I would be glad to include your upcoming release information. Also, I would be honored to promote and review upcoming releases in my fields of interest. Please let me know how to join your reviewer list.
I reserve the right to create an affiliate link to Amazon or other sites if the product is not available for purchase on your site with an affiliate link.
What I need from you:
A copy of your book or product. If it’s a book, I would much prefer reading a physical copy of your book. This also gives me the opportunity to view the quality of your book and illustrations. I actually look at end or foot notes and I find this much easier in a traditional book. After you provide me with your request, I will provide a mailing address. Please see the end of this post for how to reach me with your request.
A quality digital image/s of your product.
Press release or sell sheet. Something that tells me at a glance the major information I need. A press release also allows me to make an announcement about your product and then post a more thoughtful review at a later date once I have read or seen/used your product.
Purchase information. Where can the public purchase your product? If you are selling directly and wish to provide some type of discount or tracking code so you know they came from my site, that is terrific. Let’s discuss an affiliate opportunity where we both benefit.
Press Releases and Informational Items
You may have a press release or information you would like me to share about yourself, your new release book, your organization (particularly if you are with a Not for Profit cultural organization), a new business, a fundraiser, community event/s, or what have you. When possible, I will be glad to try and share this information with my readers.
What I need from you:
Your press release or the information you want to announce. A press release is easiest as I can copy and paste this and you know everything is correct.
If appropriate, images or logos to tie in with your announcement, organization, etc.
A link and/or contact information. This really should be a part of your press release, but if you are sending me information only, readers will need a way to reach you.
How to Reach Me
You have found my website and this opportunity so that’s a great start.
Please send your requests to robert@robertreddhistorian.com Please use the subject “Promotional Opportunities on this Site” or something similar. It will alert me to give your email priority.
You may use the contact form on the page, but understand it will most likely come through as a generic email with no relevant subject line. I can easily miss that type of email.
If you are an government, organization, or outlet that regularly distributes information, please reach out to me before adding me to your email list.
Thank You
Thank you for the opportunity to partner and make your event and my website a success. I look forward to being able to bring your event, product, and news to the attention of my readers in an impactful, yet cost effective, manner. I look forward to hearing from you!