As Christina Kaye puts it an article about Instagram Stories, “It seems like, every time we turn around, folks are telling us we have to be on this social platform or using that social strategy. And it seems like every few months, each platform launches another new way to use it. How can an author keep track of ALL THE THINGS?” Being an independent author is a tricky business, especially when it...
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Do you use Instagram to promote you and your books? I do. And today I’m here to show you ways to use mockups for your Fantasy or Sci-Fi novels with a different twist and make this great social media platform work harder for you. Tip: I’ve been studying Instagram and recently found out that when the poster (you) adds a somewhat lengthy caption, the post actually gets more interaction in the...
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What makes a book cover sell? Analysis of bestselling covers Have you heard the saying, “Great brands sell emotions not products”? It’s up to debate how true this statement is, but good books sell stories and emotions. If a reader wants to feel scared, they choose horror; the rush of adrenaline — thriller; the sense of wonder and adventure — fantasy. And a book cover is essential at conveying...
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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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