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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If you would like to read the entire four part series, start here. In this post, I will give tips on how to be an awesome podcast guest while on the show. Show Your Genius As I have said before, we all have genius to share. How you show up can make a huge difference …
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So many podcasts, so little time. You might even think you should you go on any podcast to promote your book. But that would be a mistake. You want to find the right podcast for you and your book. Here are some of my tips from the perspective of a producer and host. Find …
Book promotion is difficult. If you have a book out in the world and have run out of promotion ideas, read on. A Checklist for You First, grab your book promotion checklist from the Author Nation resources page. It’s free and it was created for you: the self-published author, who is also the publisher and …
