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Our
FAQ is designed to assist authors in understanding the practice,
policies, and procedures for participating in partnership with
iFÓGO™.
As time goes on, this FAQ may grow. We invite
you to contact us if your questions are not answered here.
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Who is
eligible to place titles on iFÓGO™? |
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All
authors whose books have an ISBN number and are available in
Amazon and/or Barnes & Noble Online. Titles may be available
at author's web site. |
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Am I
required to be published by a major publisher? |
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NO. |
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Must I be
represented by an agent? |
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NO. |
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What if I am self-published? |
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Great.
Congratulations. We only advise that your book be thoroughly,
and professionally edited, printed and packaged for greatest
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What
are the requirements for author placement on iFÓGO™? |
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Again,
your book must have an ISBN, and be available at at least one
Online bookseller. |
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What items must I submit to iFÓGO™ before my titles
appear? |
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We
require your author's photo, your biography, and an MP3 audio
file. We provide links to assist you in preparing such files.
Video may also be submitted. |
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Does iFÓGO™ require authors to submit copies of
their titles? |
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NO.
Unlike many sites, we do not require you send us copies of your
titles. Sell them! |
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Once I sign-up,
how long does it take for my titles to appear on iFÓGO™? |
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That
depends on how quickly you provide the required files. Our year
is 13 months, which gives you ample time to prepare and upload. |
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How
many titles may one place on iFÓGO™? |
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There
is no limit to the number of titles you may place on iFÓGO™. |
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Does
iFÓGO™ edit authors' submitted material? |
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Sorry,
no. We encourage you to thoroughly edit your submissions.
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Can
material be changed once it is on site?
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We will consider a single change request after, submission and
review, on a case by case basis.
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Do
you accept partial submissions, while the rest is being prepared?
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Sorry,
no. It is to your benefit to have all material available to
readers upon their initial visit. Video is the exception.
It may be added later.
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What
are the items and specifications for items to be provided
to iFÓGO™?
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How
should submissions be sent to iFÓGO™?
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We
provide an upload page for your convenience. |
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How
much time to I have to complete my submissions?
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There
is no time limit. However, to take full advantage of your iFÓGO™
presence, you should act as promptly as possible. |
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How
many genres may I select for my titles?
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You
may select up to two (2) genres per title.
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How
are page placements decided?
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Placements
on our genre pages are on a first come, first serve basis.
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What
does it cost to be on iFÓGO™?
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Please,
see the following page.
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How
can iFÓGO™ offer so much for so little?
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While
it is true that iFÓGO™ offers far more than our
fees represent, our primary goal is to bring authors and readers
together. We want all authors to benefit.
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I
understand you offer authors a referral program. How does
it work?
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May
I advertise my titles in key space on iFÓGO™?
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Yes,
Please contact us for more information.
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How
does iFÓGO™ promote and market its site, and what
can authors do?
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We
utilize the full range of media options: Internet, newsletters,
publishing groups, readers groups, book clubs, TV shows, radio
programs, etc.
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What
is the special Members' Area of iFÓGO™?
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We
have established a 'Members' area because we offer information
and details intended for authors, not readers. There is no obligation
in creating a members account. |
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How
do I create an MP3? |
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Easy.
Here's a link to great software and tutorial to get you started
and finished. GO
HERE!
OPTION 1: We can arrange a Broadcast Quality,
digital recording right over the phone, using a land line or
your computer (Skype).
(additional cost of $$25.00 CONTACT
US FIRST.
OPTION
2: Create a cassette recording of your excerpt, and send it
us. Additional cost ($25.) CONTACT
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How
do I get my camcorder-created video into my computer, and to
iFÓGO™? |
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Easy.
Here's
a great link complete with details and a how-to-video clip.
What did you expect? - GO
HERE!
Option: Send us a final copy of your digital video tape. Additional cost $55 CONTACT US FIRST. |
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If
your have questions not answered here, please contact us.
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