The Power of Engagement: Why Sharing Excerpts MattersAs authors, we pour our hearts, experiences, and imaginations into our stories. Yet, getting our books into the hands of readers is about more than just publishing—it’s about building genuine connections. One powerful way to foster that relationship is by sharing excerpts from your book.Why Share Excerpts?Sharing snippets of your work gives potential readers a taste of your voice and vision. It’s like inviting someone to read the first chapter over coffee—it builds anticipation, curiosity, and trust. When you offer passages that stir emotion, spark reflection, or raise questions, your audience feels included in your journey.How Does It Build Connection?When readers engage with your excerpts, they begin to see themselves in your story. Maybe they are inspired by a character, moved by a poem, or fascinated by your perspective. Inviting them to share their responses, thoughts, and interpretations encourages dialogue—and every comment or share brings you closer to your audience, transforming readers into loyal fans.Tip: Share a meaningful excerpt on your social media or in your newsletter. Pose an open-ended question—“How does this resonate with you?” or “Which lines speak to your heart?” Watch as your community comes alive around your words!Author of the Week: Lashai RuckmanDay 16: Book Excerpt ReadingThe Poem: Wisdom & KnowledgeExcerpt: “I WILL CONTINUE TO BE KIND, GENEROUS IN MY GIVING.GRACIOUS IN MY GRATUITUDE,KIND YET FIRM IN MY CRITICISM.CREATIVE IN MY SUGGESTIONS.LOVING IN MY ATTITUDE”Meaning and Discussion Invitation:In this thought-provoking poem, Lashai Ruckman reminds us that wisdom and knowledge are more than information—they are living virtues, cultivated through experience and humility. Age or academic achievement don’t guarantee wisdom; rather, it’s the willingness to listen, reflect, and learn from our journeys and each other.The lines, “For wisdom listens before it speaks, And knowledge humbly seeks to learn,” invite us not only to seek answers but to genuinely engage with the world around us. Lashai’s words shine a light on the importance of pairing understanding with humility—a lesson as profound in literature as in life.Discussion:
How have wisdom and knowledge shaped your journey?
Do you have a life lesson where you found wisdom through experience?
What lines from the poem resonate most with you?
Share your thoughts below—we’d love to hear from you!Thank you for joining us for Day 16. Stay engaged, keep sharing, and let your words inspire the world! Follow Aspiring Authors Magazine for more spotlight features and author insights!
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