By Mike Kohorev SEO is, on the one hand, one of the most effective marketing channels we have today. If implemented properly, SEO can be a very reliable source of sustainable organic traffic. For bloggers and authors, organic traffic to your website can be extremely important source to build awareness. For businesses, website traffic is still the most relevant way to … [Read more...] about Guest Post: 6 Common SEO Mistakes to Avoid in 2020
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Productivity Tips and Success Stories
Sometimes, we all need a little motivation. Whether that's tips on how to get more done or reach your goals, or stories of people who've found success, I've got you covered. "Productivity Isn’t About Time Management. It’s About Attention Management." on the New York Times: "Being prolific is not about time management. There are a limited number of hours in the day, and … [Read more...] about Productivity Tips and Success Stories
Indie Authors: Where Do You Get Your Industry News?
As an indie authorpreneur, it's important to stay on top of the latest trends, not only in self-publishing, but in the publishing industry as a whole. Here are some sites and blogs that I read regularly. Some of them cover the publishing industry, including news, book deals, and job moves. Others give updates on the indie world, such as Amazon algorithm changes or hot book … [Read more...] about Indie Authors: Where Do You Get Your Industry News?
Guest Post: 5 Lessons On Productivity From Successful Writers
By Joe Peters Decades ago, when prolific writers like Charles Dickens and Shakespeare were sitting down to pen their best-selling creations, many of the distractions we have today didn’t exist. There was no need to worry about being pulled from a moment of inspiration by a buzz or notification on your phone. Social media wasn’t an issue, and the authors knew that they … [Read more...] about Guest Post: 5 Lessons On Productivity From Successful Writers
Tips and Tricks for Setting Up Your Blog
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Blogging is a lot of work, but it can be very rewarding. Are you thinking of starting a blog this year? Here are some helpful resources to get you going: Getting Subscribers "The Benefits of Focusing on Your Mailing List" on Elle & Co "17 Fresh Reader Magnet Ideas For Fiction Authors" on Smart Self Publishing Biz "20k subscribers: Here's how I doubled my email … [Read more...] about Tips and Tricks for Setting Up Your Blog
Getting Started with Code: A List of Tutorials and Resources
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Knowing how to code can be a powerful tool for an author (like if you want to build your own website). It's not easy, but it is rewarding. Here are some resources to help you learn and get started: Learning Dev Boot Camp Hurricane Electric Code Academy Jeffrey Faden (Youtube) Code School Noisebridge W3Schools Know the Code HTML5 HTML5 … [Read more...] about Getting Started with Code: A List of Tutorials and Resources
5 Examples of Cool Content
I've been learning a lot about content marketing lately. Content marketing is all about creating compelling content, in all different forms, to get people engaged and interested, without directly promoting a product or brand. (If you want to learn more, I recommend checking out Content Marketing Institute.) There are a lot of great examples of very different companies doing … [Read more...] about 5 Examples of Cool Content
Tips for Recording and Publishing Your Own Audiobooks
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It's no secret that audiobooks are growing in popularity, and are becoming part of the self-publishing process. An op-ed in the New York Times wrote about the benefits of listening to stories: I listen the way I read books as a child, as if I were there watching. The author becomes more transparent, the characters more real. According to Copyblogger, having an audiobook gives … [Read more...] about Tips for Recording and Publishing Your Own Audiobooks
Indie Authors: Tips for Filing Taxes
As an indie author, it’s important to think of yourself as a business. Taxes for 2016 are almost due, so here are some tips that can help you file. The first step is to gather all tax-related documents. This can include, but is not limited to: W2s 1009s Donations Receipts Student loans Having all your documents in one place will make it easier to file, … [Read more...] about Indie Authors: Tips for Filing Taxes
Marketing Books with Content
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Content marketing is a powerful way to get readers interested in your brand. Here are some resources to help you figure out how best to create content that can help you sell your books: Planning Content "7 Ways to Stop Flailing with Your Content Marketing in 2017" on Content Marketing Institute "How to Write a Creative Action Plan You'll Actually Follow" on By Regina … [Read more...] about Marketing Books with Content
Tips and Tricks for Starting Your Own Podcast
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I recently wrote about the 7 steps it takes Garret and I each week to publish an episode of our podcast, I Know Dino. If you're considering starting your own podcast, here are a few more resources to help you get going: Promoting Your Podcast and Growing Your Audience "11 Clever Ways to Promote Your Podcast to the World" on Entrepreneur "11 Ways To Promote Your Podcast … [Read more...] about Tips and Tricks for Starting Your Own Podcast
Guest Post: 5 Reasons Why Video Should Be a Part of Your Content Marketing Strategy
By Andre Oentoro In the last decade, the content marketing world has shifted from text posts to videos. Before, YouTube was just a site with only a dozen videos. Now, it’s the second biggest search engine right behind Google. Today, our social media feeds are dominated by videos. Whether it’s on your Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter, videos are taking over the Internet … [Read more...] about Guest Post: 5 Reasons Why Video Should Be a Part of Your Content Marketing Strategy
Guest Post: Online Listings Tips to Promote and Increase Book Sales
By Kiana Mason You’ve spent hours writing, editing, and perfecting your book. Now it’s ready to be delivered to the hands of readers everywhere. Whether you’re marketing your book on your website, on Amazon, or through an email blast, start with a listing description that lets people know exactly who you are and what your book is about and makes them want to read it. But … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Online Listings Tips to Promote and Increase Book Sales
Indie Author Marketing Guide: Pinterest
Pinterest is all about sharing (or pinning) images, and there are many ways indie authors can use this social media platform to their advantage. You can pin images to different boards, and tailor your boards to different interests. For example, as an indie author you could create boards that recommend books to read share quotes about reading display interesting book … [Read more...] about Indie Author Marketing Guide: Pinterest
Indie Author Marketing Guide: LinkedIn
LinkedIn is known for being a professional network, and a great place to share your resume online. As an indie author, here are a few ideas of how to use LinkedIn to your advantage: Add your books with links to sale pages on your profile page. LinkedIn allows you to upload cover images, either under specific job titles or listed under "Publications." Get to know … [Read more...] about Indie Author Marketing Guide: LinkedIn
