by abigail | Jun 3, 2019 | Articles, Marketing, Pre-Publication, Setting Up For Sales, Social Media, Tips from the Pros
Part of my job as a book publicist is advising authors on how to use social media. But social media is a field that’s more an art than a science—so I decided to start an interview series where I ask authors skilled in social media about their approaches....
by Scott Lorenz, Westwind Communications | Jan 9, 2019 | Articles, Literary Agents, Marketing, Pre-Publication, Self-Publishing, Setting Up For Sales, Tips from the Pros
If you are a serious writer with high aspirations, then you’ll want to go to a writers’ conference. A writers’ conference is a think tank for authors to build on each other’s ideas and inspire new achievements in their own work. For the cost of lodging and...
by Penny Sansevieri, Author Marketing Experts, Inc. | Jan 7, 2019 | Articles, Marketing, Pre-Publication, Setting Up For Sales, Social Media
So you’ve decided to write a non-fiction book? Congratulations! Non-fiction books are an excellent method for establishing or raising your platform, developing an email list, expanding your business or advertising your services, and booking author appearances like...
by Savannah Harrelson, BookSparks | May 23, 2018 | Articles, Marketing, Pre-Publication
As a first-time, indie, or even veteran author, the task of requesting and securing blurbs can be a daunting one. Putting your book baby out there for other authors to see takes immense courage and confidence in your work. That being said, it’s no doubt that blurbs...
by David Wogahn | Author Imprints | Jan 24, 2018 | Articles, Pre-Publication
x “How soon can I get my book on Amazon?” I’ve heard this question many times. Unfortunately, most self-publishers are so caught up in the writing details that they have little time to devote to production and marketing matters. Here are 5 questions to ask yourself...
by Brian Feinblum, Media Connect | Jan 3, 2018 | Articles, Book Reviews, Marketing, Pre-Publication, Setting Up For Sales
I recently met a potential author who seemingly has a lot going for him – great credentials, a timely subject, something useful to offer, and connections to A-list stars. He asked me what I thought authors need to do to be successful, and thought it seems like he...
