Novel Journey good friend and advisor, Heather Tipton, is taking a leap of faith. This month she moves to Colorado Springs to seek a full-time job in Christian publishing--the industry she loves.
As a virtual assistant to numerous authors, Heather has helped them with everything from organizing large promotional mail-outs, to answering fan emails, transcribing notes, and writing promo copy for newsletters.
Heather started setting up blog tours before most people even knew what a blog tour was, using a network of bloggers to promote an author's new book. As the go-between for the author and the blogger, she made sure everything stayed on track.
Most recently, Heather has worked with a literary agent as her first reader for both fiction and non-fiction, winnowing stacks of proposals to separate the chaff from the submissions worthy of recommendation. She has honed her writing craft by attending the ACFW conference for the past five years. She has also attended the Colorado Christian Writers Conference for the past two years, taking classes and staffing the appointment desk.
Through all of these things, she's developed a good eye for the qualities that make a great book, and she has a keen sense of what will work in the marketplace.
If you're in a position to help a sister out, Heather can be reached at: heatherdianetipton@gmail.com
Monday, August 11, 2008
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ReplyDeleteWhat a great post. I believe in you, Heather, and the plans God has for you in publishing. Thanks for the help you've given me. And I'm praying for God to do His thing and connect you with just the right job and just the right job with you.
ReplyDeleteI pray doors will fly open for you friend! Way to go reaching for your dreams!
ReplyDeleteHeather put together the best blog tours in the industry! Any publisher would benefit greatly from her.
ReplyDeleteI heartily endorse Heather Diane Tipton. She's amazing! Can't lose with her on your team.
ReplyDeleteAs the Founder and Director of Words For The Journey Christian Writers Guild, I've worked with Heather, endorsed her, and recommended her to many happy clients. She knows the world of words and connects well with those who thrive in it. It will be a blessed company that uses the gifts Heather Diane Tipton has to offer.
ReplyDeleteHeather,
ReplyDeleteI loved my first blog tour that you and Camy did for me. Like everything you do, it rocked! You always give a personal and professional touch. Blessings on your new employer (including you!)
marilynn
Thanks Gina for the great post. =)
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone else too!
I love your walk of faith, stepping out and doing what God says even when man may have other idea's. Praying for you!
ReplyDeleteIMHO, God has been preparing Heather for a career in publishing for years. With her contacts, knowledge of the industry and experience, she would be an asset to any company - especially those in the Christian media.
ReplyDeletePraying for you, Heather, and the company God has prepared for you.