Book Marketing Tips & Author Branding Advice
How to Write a Book Pitch the Correct Way
Our goal for this episode is to break down the elements of how to write a book pitch: one that generates responses and opens doors. Because figuring out how to write a book pitch is step one, but then understanding how to customize it for different markets and...
11 Pricing Strategies Every Author Should Know: How to Price Your Book for Success
Though book pricing is an important part of your book marketing, t’s not always an easy decision. Pricing influences how readers perceive the value of your book and it impacts your sales. Here are some smart book pricing strategies, along with insights into the...
Tips for Creating a Book Cover That is Truly Captivating
Hear about Penny's trials and tribulations through the process of creating a book cover while we unveil the secrets, struggles, and triumphs of book design done right. A good book cover is crucial for several reasons in the world of book publishing because it serves...
7 Best Ways to Promote Your Book: A Comprehensive Guide
There isn’t a magic bullet to promoting a book, unfortunately, I wish there was! So for all the hype that’s out there about certain strategies, the things that sell books are the smart, foundational strategies that help support testing other avenues of exposure. And...
Listener Request: When to Prep Elements of Your Author Platform
Many thanks to a listener who emailed us with this request about navigating the creation of an author platform! Their question specifically was, "When should I start everything? It gets very confusing." And we agree! An author platform, especially in today's highly...
Customize a Sample Book Marketing Plan for Your Launch
Embarking on the journey of a book launch requires not just a plan but a strategic timeline to ensure each step unfolds seamlessly. And while it seems easier to download a sample book marketing plan template, I actually discourage authors from doing that. Why? I have...
Secrets and Tips for Landing Your Book on a Bestseller List
Ah, Bestseller lists - they are shrouded in mystery but are often at the top of every author's team board! Bestseller lists for books are curated rankings that highlight books that are selling exceptionally well within a specific time frame and often in a particular...
15 Must-Have Tools for Authors Plus Bonus Downloads
I love tools for authors that make the book marketing journey easier, not more complicated (and those are out there!) and though I’ve done similar lists before, I feel like these resources always keep growing and expanding, which is great! This year’s list is a mix of...
How to Avoid Adding Your Book to an Amazon Dead End Category
We're back for another Amazon update! Recently it's been discovered that if you're only choosing categories from the KDP dashboard you might end up with a category that doesn't even exist. Selecting the correct retail category or genre for your book is a crucial...
From Bookstagram to Bestseller: Social Media Marketing for Authors
Social media is a great way to reach a broader audience, but let’s face it, some social media marketing can be flat-out confusing and a time drain. In the ever-evolving realm of book promotion, authors must not only craft compelling stories but also skillfully...
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