Your book launch is that period right before and right after your book becomes available for purchase by the public. Most authors put extra time, energy, and money into their launch. In this post, I am going to break down the activities that are usually associated with book launches Author Platforms If you don’t have …
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Do you know what genre you are writing in? Should you care? Genre is an important aspect of your book as your plan and when you promote. Know Your Genre when Planning Your Book Before you start writing, you want to figure out what genre you are going to write in. This will help you …
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Do you love people? Would you like to connect with your readers? Book club kits are a fun and engaging way to market your book to groups of people. Why Create a Book Club Kit? Book Club Kits offer an author’s touch to a group discussion, one that could be happening a continent away. Plus, …
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Author one sheets are a powerful marketing tool for authors who want to connect with media, event organizers, and other professionals who can help them get their book in front of readers. What is an Author One Sheet? An author one sheet is a singe sheet of paper (real or digital) that offers all the …
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Book covers are first impressions. Make your book cover a first impression that leads to sales. Think about it, would you date someone who showed up in raggedy old sweaty gym clothing to a first date? Would you buy a book that the author didn’t think was worth investing in to create a cover that …
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Do you have a book promotion plan? If you have a book, you need a promotion plan. If you want your book found by your ideal readers, you will need to create and follow strategies and tactics to succeed. Let’s talk about what your plan needs to include. Elements of a Successful Book Promotion Plan …
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Getting on a bestseller list can increase your book sales. It lets you call yourself a bestseller and walk tall with your shoulders back. You can add that accolade to your resume or book cover. And of course, get writing your next book, since your first one was a hit. Truth is to get on …
No doubt you have heard the advice. When writing a book, read books like yours. It is good advice. Beyond the obvious, so you see what books in your genre are like, why else read/study books like yours? Here are five reasons to read books like yours. #1 Write a Better Book The first and …
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Selling your books is your responsibility even if you are traditionally published. Gone are the days authors write and publishers promote. Traditional vs. Self-Published Traditional publishers want authors to have a network of followers. They will expect you, as the author, to connect with your people and sell your book to them based on your …
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This is the fourth post in the series on being the best podcast guest. If you’d like to read the entire series, here are the links in order: Part 1: Know which podcast is the right fit Part 2: Preparing for the podcast Part 3: How to be an awesome podcast guest After the Show …
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