Karen A. Chase

Karen A. Chase is an author and photographer, and a Daughter of the American Revolution with the Commonwealth Chapter in Virginia. Her first novel, Carrying Independence, is historical fiction about the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Karen is a Virginia Foundation for the Humanities fellow for the 2019-2020 academic year. Originally from Canada, Karen is now chasing histories from Richmond, Virginia, and you can find a list of her events at her website.

How Author Platform Connects to Author Brand

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Every effective brand—even an author’s—has three essential characteristics: uniqueness, consistency, and authenticity ...

February 1, 2023 / Guest Post, Marketing & Promotion

6 Tips for Securing Speaking Engagements as a Self-Published Author

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Skip the book signing; there's greater reward in identifying and connecting with the audience that already shares a passion for ...

November 5, 2019 / Guest Post, Marketing & Promotion