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Book in a Year: Design Your Success with a Strong Book Publicity Campaign

A.G. Billig

Did you know that readers need to see a book by a new author at least five times before they even consider buying it? It can be promoted in a blog post by their favorite book blogger, a local newspaper article, their Facebook or Instagram newsfeed, or...
- over 6 years ago
- Public Relations
- Publicity Campaigns
The Benefits of Book Reviews and How to Acquire Them

Author Learning Center

Thousands of books are released every single day. You can make yours stand out by acquiring book reviews from multiple sources. In this video, published authors and book marketing experts explain why every author should seek out book reviews. While...
- over 4 years ago
- Book Reviews
- Others
Book in a Year: Planning a Memorable Book Launch Event - Recorded Webinar

A.G. Billig

Is it possible for a first-time author to plan a memorable book launch event? How about an event that draws over a hundred people, gets you media exposure, increases your social media following, and boosts your sales? It is possible if you plan everything...
- over 5 years ago
- Events
- Launch Parties
What is essential for a book launch?

Author Learning Center

Question: What is essential for a book launch? Answer: A book launch is a momentous occasion and serves not only as a means for releasing your book into the world, but also as a celebration for your amazing accomplishment. Congratulations on reaching...
- over 2 years ago
- Author Learning Center
- Ask Keith
Book Marketing: What are the Essentials? - article

Author Learning Center

You’ve written a book, and you may be wondering what to do next. The answer: you must start marketing. This is how potential readers find out about your book, get excited, and ultimately make the decision to buy and read it. Marketing helps your book...
- over 7 years ago
- Marketing Plan
- Research
The Benefits of Blogging - article

Author Learning Center

One of the important responsibilities that comes with being an author is marketing your book. Good publicity can be garnered through book signings , TV interviews , and book reviews . However, it is just as important to market yourself as an author as...
- over 7 years ago
- Blogging
- Tips
Endorsements: Who Gives Them? - article

Shells Walter

Endorsements can be obtained from many sources, including other authors, editors, agents, magazines, professional reviewers, writing and reading bloggers --almost anyone. Many authors ask other authors for a blurb. The blurb, or positive review, can...
- over 7 years ago
- Contests and Endorsements
- Endorsements
Four Skills Required to Market a Book - article

Molly Blaisdell

Authors need to wear multiple hats when marketing their books. In addition to writing, an author must serve as his own graphic designer, web developer, event planner and publicist. Each role plays a key part in creating a complete book marketing plan...
- over 7 years ago
- Marketing Plan
- Research
Audience Development for Indie Authors and Publishers

Beth Kallman Werner

As much as you’d like it to be, your book is not for everyone. While some books may appeal to many types of readers, most books appeal to only select audiences. As an indie or self-published author, identifying and reaching your specific readers is key...
- over 4 years ago
- I have an Idea!
- Identifying Your Audience
Blogging 101 - podcast

Linda Lee

Blogging is critical to every author’s platform. In this presentation, Blogging 101: WordPress for Authors, web designer and WordPress expert Linda Lee teaches the basics of blogging and the importance of having a defined approach to this activity...
- over 7 years ago
- Blogging
- Tips