Trying to figure out a book marketing plan but don't know where to start? Don't worry, I've got you covered with 176 resources ranging in advertising tips, to places to book blog tours, to content marketing, and more. A few of these resources were published in 2019, when the world was different, so you may need to adapt accordingly. Advertising Kindlepreneur course … [Read more...] about 176 Resources and Tools to Market and Launch Your Book
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Guest Post: Social Media and Hashtags For Writers
Editor’s note: The following is an excerpt from Kindlepreneur’s “The Ultimate Guide to Social Media for Writers 2022.” Read on to also learn about which hashtags to use to increase discoverability on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter. By Dave Chesson Using social media to get our writing out into the world can be an amazing opportunity. It helps … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Social Media and Hashtags For Writers
Marketing and Social Media for Writers
There are a lot of ways writers can promote their work and connect with potential readers online. Here are a few tips and resources. Marketing Content "Get the Most From Your Webinars With These 13 Repurposing Ideas" on Content Marketing Institute: Webinars are a great way to connect with interested people and let them know what you're about. And after, you can take parts of … [Read more...] about Marketing and Social Media for Writers
Guest Post: 7 Simple Social Media Tips for Successful Authors
By Porter Gale Gone are the days when authors relied on publishers for handling the entire process. With an increase in self-publishing, it’s crucial to implement the right social media tactics for effective promotion. In this choice, every aspect of the book including writing, editing, packaging, marketing, etc. is handled by the writer himself. No author should … [Read more...] about Guest Post: 7 Simple Social Media Tips for Successful Authors
Content Creation and Social Media for Writers
When it comes to marketing on social media, there are two things to consider: content creation and platform/distribution. I'll start with the content creation. Content can be useful when it comes to creating leads, or future potential readers. To do that, you want to make sure you create content that matches what people are searching for, and then have calls to action (CTA). … [Read more...] about Content Creation and Social Media for Writers
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
Book Marketing Tips for the Holidays and Year Round
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It's been a while since I've down a roundup of articles. Since the holiday season is coming up fast, here's a list of helpful marketing-related articles (there's even a few specific for the holidays)! Holiday Specific Holiday Book Marketing: An Author’s Guide to Black Friday and Beyond on Written Word Media The Ultimate Holiday Promotion Calendar on A Marketing … [Read more...] about Book Marketing Tips for the Holidays and Year Round
Guest Post: The Complete List of Infographic Tools and Platforms (Updated for 2019)
By Andre Oentoro There are millions of content being published every day, in many different forms tooㅡ articles, videos, social media posts, and others. Some people like to read written blog posts, while others prefer something more visual like videos. Each has its own benefits. Words can explain something deeper and more throughout, while visual content attracts people’s … [Read more...] about Guest Post: The Complete List of Infographic Tools and Platforms (Updated for 2019)
Guest Post: How To Grow Your Audience And Sell More Books Using Social Media
By Autumn One of the biggest goals of an author is to get their thoughts and writings out into the world. Unfortunately, that’s impossible without an audience. So what can you do to grow your audience base and sell more books? These are some of the most successful strategies you can employ. Social Media If nobody knows about your book, you can’t expect them to buy it. … [Read more...] about Guest Post: How To Grow Your Audience And Sell More Books Using Social Media
Growing Your Presence on Social Media
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Social media is great. You can connect with people easily, you can learn new things, and you can share awesome content. It's also a lot of hard work, because you want to make sure you are posting high quality content that resonates with people, and it takes some effort to measure and tweak your strategy. A lot of people advocate for figuring out who your audience is, finding … [Read more...] about Growing Your Presence on Social Media
Social Media Updates and Resources
Social media is an important piece of an indie author's platform. And there are always new features and trends to learn about. Below are some recent news items, as well as tips and resources for using social media. Instagram "Instagram seems to be testing direct messaging on web" on Mashable "Pinstagram? Instagram code reveals Public Collections feature" on … [Read more...] about Social Media Updates and Resources
Guest Post: Learn From Social Media Influencers How To Create Your Personal PR Strategy
By Ellie Chapman Social media influencer isn't just a buzzword. Pixlee defines it as a “user on social media who has established credibility in a specific industry and who has access to a large audience and can persuade others by virtue of their authenticity and reach.” More importantly, as an indie author, you can learn a lot from social media influencers and incorporate … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Learn From Social Media Influencers How To Create Your Personal PR Strategy
Guest Post: How to Create a Social Media Marketing Plan?
By Marquis Matson After blogging sites started becoming popular in the late 90s, early into the 2000s, sites such as LinkedIn and MySpace quickly gained prominence. By 2005, social networking platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube had made their debut, creating entirely new ways through which people across the globe could communicate, share with each other, and do … [Read more...] about Guest Post: How to Create a Social Media Marketing Plan?
Guest Post: How Indie Authors Can Establish a Strong Digital Presence
By Josh Wardini In an era heavily dominated by technology, it is not so surprising to find the publishing world gradually moving into online selling, whether it is print, ebook, or audio books. As an integral part of independent publishing, marketing is even more imperative in the digital era. Readers tend to do their research online, from new releases to the authors they … [Read more...] about Guest Post: How Indie Authors Can Establish a Strong Digital Presence
Guest Post: 5 Digital Marketing Tricks to Give Authors a Competitive Edge
By Mariah T. When you’re an author, exposure is everything. You can get the competitive edge that you need with a few digital marketing tricks. As you get your book in front of more people, you can potentially increase your sales. Social Media The popularity of social media is increasing exponentially. It’s important that you utilize all of the different social media … [Read more...] about Guest Post: 5 Digital Marketing Tricks to Give Authors a Competitive Edge
