SEO, and simple in the same sentence? Yep, promise. While you can find a gazillion studies to take you into the gritty depths of SEO, I’m giving you simple tips to help you up your visibility right off the bat with your blog, website, social media and even, maybe, your book’s blurb. Tip #1 ALT Descriptions For Images Any time you can, use the ALT description for your images to your advantage....
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Writing a children’s book is no easy task. Many people decide to write a children’s book thinking “Really, how hard could it be?” But, unlike writing a novel, children’s books require illustration and design choices that may be unfamiliar to those of us who write science fiction books (hint-hint) or other text-heavy stories. Plus, there comes the additional problem of advertising children’s...
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Building a very special readership Did you know one of the most effective ways to build a readership – one which grows with you and is loyal to your brand – is with an email newsletter? Receiving an email from a beloved author is a highlight for many readers. It gives them insight into your world and reminds them about your books in a personal way. Not sure how to design an amazing newsletter? 5...
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Are you a new author with your first book out? Or have you been publishing books for years? Either way, you need to know how to choose the best promotional ideas so you won’t waste time and money. So, how do you decide what promos are best for you? First, clarify where you are in your publishing journey, so your promotions fit your circumstances and your budget. For instance, are you...
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And enjoy writing it. No way, I hate writing newsletters … I can hear you now. But read on and you’ll find out why I made that bold statement. YOU HAVE CONTROL This is the #1 reason to build a strong mailing list and keep those subscribers engaged. All the other social media outlets we use, like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest are wonderful ways to get your books in front of people. But,...
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Merriam-Webster defines an introvert as “a reserved or shy person who enjoys spending time alone.” Conversely, an extrovert is “gregarious and unreserved.” Let’s face it. The vast majority of authors are serious introverts. And quite frankly, we like it that way! Despite having spent most of my life working with and leading large groups of people, like most introverts, I prefer quiet time,...
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