Learn the Secrets to Landing Bookstore Signings Nationwide.
Plano, TX — On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 6 PM CST | 7 PM EST, award-winning bestselling author, international speaker, and publishing & marketing strategist, Dr. Shirley K. Clark, will present a powerful new training titled, “How I Got Booked into Barnes & Noble,” live on Zoom.
This dynamic session will pull back the curtain on how authors, speakers, and entrepreneurs who desire to elevate their brand visibility by securing book signings in major retail chains such as Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and local independent bookstores.
Joining Dr. Clark as a guest presenter is Maurice Hicks, an award-winning Amazon best-selling author, Educator, and business owner. Known for his breakout book, Looking for Trouble, and featured in Black Enterprise and Speak for Wealth Magazines, as well as on CBN Television, Hicks brings a wealth of real-world experience in storytelling, public engagement, and planning and implementing global book signing tours.
Together, Dr. Clark and Mr. Hicks will deliver insider knowledge and actionable strategies, including:
How to get your book accepted by major bookstore chains
Steps to build professional relationships with store managers and event coordinators
How to prepare, promote, and profit from every bookstore signing
Turning book signings into powerful brand-building and income-generating opportunities
Leveraging media exposure and community partnerships to boost book sales and influence
“Getting into major bookstore chains is not just about having a great book; it’s about having the right strategy, presentation, and professional brand,” says Dr. Clark. “This training will show authors how to position themselves for bookstore success while operating like CEOs, not just writers.”
This Zoom masterclass will feature practical guidance, real-life examples, and interactive Q&A with Mr. Hicks and Dr. Clark, whose publishing firm, Jabez Books Writers’ Agency, has helped hundreds of authors secure major opportunities and expand their literary reach.
If you’re ready to elevate your author brand and walk into the doors of major retailers like Barnes & Noble, this session is for you!
👉 Register today, seats are limited for this exclusive online event: www.drshirleyclark.org/bookstore-signings
About Dr. Shirley K. Clark
Dr. Shirley K. Clark is a branding marketplace strategist, author of over 50 books, CEO of Clark’s Consulting Firm, and founder of Jabez Books Writers’ Agency. With over 40 years of experience as a professional speaker and publisher, she has helped more than 30,000 entrepreneurs and created multiple millionaires through her business mentorship and training programs.
PRESS CONTACT:
Clark’s Consulting Firm, LLC
Contact Person: Dr. Shirley Clark
Email: Shirley@DrShirleyClark.org
Website: www.drshirleyclark.org/bookstore-signings