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The BookFest® Spring 2024


The panel discussions, conversations, keynotes, Live Author Chats, special segments, and The Salute to The BookFest Award Winners and other curated content now available on The BookFest website and the Books That Make You YouTube Channel.


Feel free to share and embed the videos to your website or social media. Help spread the word and shout out The BookFest Adventure to the world...


Watch Videos on The BookFest Programming Page
Watch Day 1 Videos on YouTube
Watch Day 2 Videos on YouTube

Don't Miss Out on Grabbing Bookish Goodies from the Virtual Gift Bag


Read on for special offers from friends of The BookFest,

with goodies for readers and writers...



Unlocking Savings: Register Now for the Kauai Writers Conference and Enjoy an Exclusive Discount


The Kauai Writers Conference, November 11 to 17, is widely considered to be the premier writing and publishing event in the US. The conference offers master classes with bestselling authors on all aspects of the craft of writing, and one-on-one sessions with major literary agents and publishers.


Use code BF789 for a 20% discount on your registration.

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Boost Your Mental Performance with Magic Mind


Unlock 20% off your one-time purchase and enjoy up to 56% off your first subscription. Don't miss out on this exclusive offer.


Use code BOOKFEST20 at checkout. Increase your focus and read more.

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Audiobook Listeners - Have More Impact with your AMPlify Audiobook Purchases 

 

Audiobook fans, did you know: when you buy your audiobooks through Audible and other retailers that authors receive a tiny fraction of what you spent? If you are a conscious consumer and want to make a difference, buy your audiobooks direct on AMPlfiy Audiobooks (available in app stores).


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Audiobook Authors - Earn More and Take Control of Your Audiobooks with AMPlify Audiobooks


Are you an author with an audiobook and wishing you had more control and higher royalties? AMPlify Audiobooks delivers a suite of marketing tools with the control you need to stay in the driver's seat, to earn way higher royalties, and to build your community of followers.


Use the code BooKfe$T (exp. 12/31/24) to save $50 on store set-up. 

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Learn More About Building Your Business - MBA Wisdom, Without the Degree 


Get the business smarts you need, without the time commitment or the hefty price tag. With 20+ years of teaching MBAs AND running his own business, Dr. Dominic McLoughlin bridges the gap. His Business Leaders Lab unlocks the 8 essential pillars for proactive leadership and a sustainable company.


Get your free video and workbook to start transforming your creative passion into a thriving business.

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Grab Your Free e-Book Copy of Fill Your Cup by Author Tashena Anderson-Place


Is your cup half full or half empty? If you're ready to evaluate your cup of life, dive into the pages of Fill Your Cup with an expert who thrives on providing insights, reflections, and practical guidance that will help readers find the strength to move forward. Click on the button below, then click on the book image to download your free e-Book.

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Unite Against Book Bans Action Toolkit


A small but organized minority is driving the current flood of book bans in school and public libraries across the country. It's important to counter those voices by uniting in support of the freedom to read. How can you and your local community unite against book bans? Join Unite today, then use our Action Toolkit to get started.

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The Special BookFest Issue of Relatable Voice Magazine


The Relatable Voice Magazine is a digital and print publication which highlights books, art, music, travel, business ideas and wellness. In addition to being the Special BookFest edition, this issue also showcases many guests from The Relatable Voice podcast, including authors, illustrators, storytellers and others. 


Cranky Superpowers author Steven Joseph graces the cover of the April issue.

Click here to download your free copy

Get Awards and Reviews with Book Award Pro


Book Award Pro is how authors find the perfect reviews and awards for their books. 


As the industry expert on accolades, Book Award Pro operates the world's largest database of legitimate reviews and awards. Every year, authors spanning 6 continents win thousands of new awards, receive valuable reviews, and market their books in one easy-to-use platform.


Email the team to get 1 free month of Plus service ($69 value, valid for new Book Award Pro clients).

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Paris-Themed Book Bag and Free French Lesson from Vogue Translations


Carry your books and the beauty of France with you wherever you go, courtesy of Vogue Translations. 

 

We're an agency made up of French-English translators, language instructors and admirers of all things French. Visit our boutique and use the code WELOVEBOOKS to get 20% off any of our tote bags featuring vibrant images of Paris. 

Click here for your Paris-Themed book bag

And there's more!


In honor of spring, we're offering FIVE (5) BookFesters the chance to have a free introductory French Lesson. The lesson will be online and lasts 30 minutes. If you've ever wondered if you could learn another language, here's your opportunity to find out. 


Simply send an email with your name and contact info in the body of the email and "I want to learn!" in the subject line. The first five emails will receive a free lesson.

Send an email to Vogue Translations now

FIVE Jack Grapes METHOD WRITING Class 25% Discount – First Come, First Served


$150 discount on A Method Writing Class: 7 weeks, taught by Jack Grapes based on his book Method Writing. Cost of class $595 - $150 = $445. Spring 2024 begins the week of April 15th. 6 classes per week, choose the class that fits your schedule best. Visit the website for more information: www.jackgrapes.com.


Email to claim discount. Use code: Ulysses1922

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Writer Beware: Check the Legitimacy of Publishers, Agents and More


Writer Beware’s® resources include the Writer Beware® website, which provides warnings about literary schemes and scams, along with information on how writers can recognize and avoid them. Writer Beware® is sponsored by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA®). 

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Editorial Book Review from Books That Make You for 20% Off


Get a custom editorial book review of 500 words (or more) written by a professional book reviewer. Including pull quotes which may be used as back cover blurbs, in marketing materials, as testimonials for your website and more. Use offer code: BOOKFEST2024 (offer expires June 30, 2024).

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Advanced Reading Copy of Scott Ryan's “The Last Decade of Cinema” from Black Château

 

If you're already a NetGalley subscriber, visit the Black Château Page and request your copy. If not, take a moment to sign up and then request your copy (sent upon approval.)

Request Black Chateau ARCs on NetGalley

Thank you for attending The BookFest Spring 2024. Your support is greatly appreciated. Until next time, keep reading and writing, BookFesters!


Desireé Duffy, The BookFest founder

Meet Your BookFest Team

Dave Duffy
Bree Swider
Nikki Scott
Brian Bosch

Jei Mendoza

Jon Enriquez

James Gordon Curtis

Shirley "Tuesday" Roa-Oronan

John Palisano

Maria Teodorovic

Kim Cabanding


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