Self-Editing Pointers
One of the most important parts of submitting writing, any writing, for publication is the editing. Yes the content is important, however if you have amazing
View ArticleMarketing Strategy #1 - Write & Publish More
I'm borrowing this strategy from Dean Wesley Smith. It's simple and works well for most writers. Write and publish more. In the new world of electronic
View ArticleGive Yourself a Deadline
I had wanted to write a full-length nonfiction book for years, but never did it. Why? Because I was too busy writing for deadlines that other people had
View ArticleYOU Are Your Best Book Marketing Tool
My first book was picked up by a large publishing house and I naively thought my book would be marketed and promoted widely. Instead, I was the one contacting
View ArticleFRACTURE The Secret Enemy Saga by Virginia McKevitt
Hi Shelley, Thank you for the opportunity to talk about my book marketing strategies. First of all, I am new at this game, so reading what other authors
View ArticleContests and word of mouth
I would say my number one marketing tip goes hand in hand with social media. Use Facebook and Twitter to get the contests out there (as well as making
View ArticleMarketing "Gretel's Story"
The initial inspiration for my book Gretel's Story: Finding the Way Home (CreateSpace, 2011) came from my own life experience. Like Hansel and Gretel in
View ArticleBeing Generous
One of my favorite marketing tools is simple generosity. That is one of the main reasons that I enjoy eBooks - they make it so easy to be generous! Being
View ArticleBrand Marketing
One of the best book marketing tips that I can give is to not neglect your author brand. Your brand is how you and your work are identified, and a good
View ArticlePromote Locally : Book Cards and Word of Mouth
We writers can get so involved with finding ways to connect globally with readers that we sometimes forget to promote ourselves on our own turf. Even if
View ArticleConsumer Reports Best Baby Products
For DIY publicity, I had great success with creating a tip sheet instead of a press release, and sending it to my media list through Constant Contact.
View ArticleTwo Innovations That Changed Book Publishing
Book publishing has traditionally been a pretty staid occupation. The technology of producing books didn't change very much over the history of printing
View ArticleGetting to the mass market
Question: Submitted by Geoff Anderson Those books that get the largest sales have often reached the media for publicity - what is the best way to get
View ArticleMy YouTube Experience
I'm using YouTube right now to build my platform. I'm interviewing authors and trying to get interest for my blog. It's definitely a learning process and
View ArticleDo More Than Is Expected
Our customers are not just names on a computer screen. My number one tip is to give someone more than they were expecting. It goes without saying, but
View ArticleHow Do I Add An Index To An eBook?
Question: Submitted by Dann I am in final review of my non-fiction text and need to add an index. If I publish it as a Kindle/ebook, then there are really
View ArticleSome Very Specific Questions About Publishing on Smashwords
Long time reader, first time participant! Absolutely love the site and all the valuable info you provide. I have spent hours on the Smashwords platform
View Article5 Powerful Mind Success Strategies
Building a business is a fantastic and challenging experience. You can wake up exhilarated to begin your day and go to bed feeling overwhelmed and frustrated.
View Article4 Reasons You’ll Love QR Codes (Besides Their Untiring Toil)
Have you joined the mobile marketing revolution yet? The public seems to be drawn to new technology which explains the attraction of QR codes. Besides
View ArticleUse "Grabber" Headline and Lead
With thousands of books published every DAY, it's no longer enough to say that you have a new book. Instead, your headline and lead have to talk about
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