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Exploring Publishing vs. Distribution

Exploring Publishing vs. Distribution: Published Doesn’t Mean Your Book is in the Stores

Publishing and distribution are two fundamental pillars in the journey of bringing a book to readers. But they are not the same thing! Understanding the nuances of each is crucial to navigate the complex world of book publishing successfully. We are going to be exploring publishing vs. distribution, and delving into how traditional publishers, self-published …

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Insights into the Changing Publishing Landscape

Insights into the Changing Publishing Landscape

Unlock the secrets to gamifying your author career with USA Today best-selling author Kelly McClimer on Author Nation Interviews—where creativity meets strategy for nonfiction authors. In this episode of Author Nation Interviews, host Melody Anne explores the concept of gamifying your author career with USA Today best-selling author Kelly McClimer. The discussion covers Kelly’s journey …

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direct sales online for authors

Direct Sales Online for Authors | A game-changing author strategy

The world of publishing is constantly evolving, and in 2024, there’s a game-changing trend that authors need to embrace: Direct Sales Online. This trend is reshaping the way authors connect with their readers, offering a plethora of benefits that go beyond traditional book marketing. We are going to explore what Direct Sales Online means for …

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Proven Strategies for Book Visibility

Proven Strategies for Book Visibility: Unlock the power of strategic collaboration

Unlock the secrets of sustainable success for nonfiction authors and delve into myth-busting recycling tips and strategic book promotion. In this Author Nation episode, we delve into the world of recycling and book promotion tailored for nonfiction authors. Sarah Winkler, an expert in sustainable living, shares valuable insights on effective book promotion strategies and myth-busting …

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How to get book reviews to market your self-published book

How to get book reviews to market your self-published book | Who could review your book?

An editorial review is an endorsement of your book by well-recognized personalities, people your readers admire and respect. You often see an enthusiastic quote on the cover or just on the inside of a book by someone you have seen in the media or a famous author. This is the ultimate social proof your book …

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Reasons to send out advance review copies | Success with advance review copies

Too many indie authors don’t take advantage of the opportunity Advanced Review Copies (ARCs) offer. Here is how you can tap into this opportunity. What is an ARC? An ARC is an advance review copy of your book. It is not formatted and may not have gone through the final proofreading round either. You send …

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How to successfully launch your book

How to successfully launch your book | Book launch basics

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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What book genre are you writing? Successful authors do genre research

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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