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.

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Hicks, author of the riveting new book Looking for Trouble, brings a raw, transparent, and redemptive message about how adversity, when faced with courage and faith, can become the very catalyst for greatness. Drawing from his personal experiences as a law enforcement officer and private investigator, Hicks offers an authentic perspective on navigating life’s toughest challenges while maintaining integrity, discipline, and spiritual grounding.

A respected thought leader and an international award-winning author, Maurice Hicks has been featured in Black Enterprise Magazine, on the CBN Television Network, and in Speak For Wealth Magazine. He also appeared on the cover of Bookpreneur Magazine for his empowering story, which continues to inspire entrepreneurs, leaders, and believers across the country who are determined to rise above difficulty and live out their divine purpose.

“Maurice Hicks embodies the spirit of transformation,” says Dr. Shirley K. Clark. “His testimony proves that trouble doesn’t have to break you — it can build you. This interview will inspire anyone who’s ever faced adversity to see it through a new len — one of victory.”

Streaming live on all social media platforms: @ShirleyKClark | @ShirleyKeechClark | @DrShirleyLive

About Dr. Shirley K. Clark

Dr. Shirley K. Clark is a globally recognized Wealth and Mindset Strategist, Millionaire Brand Coach, and an international award-winning author of over 50 publications. As host of Dr. Shirley Live, Pray & Grow Richer Broadcast, she spotlights faith-driven leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers transforming lives through business, ministry, and purpose.

About Maurice Hicks

Maurice Hicks is an Amazon Best-Selling Author, law enforcement professional, private investigator, and an inspirational speaker known for his compelling book Looking for Trouble. Through his bold storytelling and practical insights, Hicks helps audiences see adversity not as an enemy but as a divine opportunity for growth, faith, and success.

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