With a community of over 20 million book lovers, BookBub is a great place to expand an author’s audience beyond their existing fan base. BookBub offers lots of marketing tools and resources to help you connect with these readers, and you can get started no matter the size of your following on other online platforms. Wondering where to begin? Here are the first few steps you can take to establish...
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When I self-published my first book in 2015, I researched ISBNs. I knew the book required one, but I wasn’t sure where to buy and why it was needed. I guessed it related to sales and marketing, but I was a little off the mark. So, if you’re curious about when and why you need an ISBN for your book, read on. You’ve probably noticed the ISBN bar code on almost any book you purchase. It looks...
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For most writers, there is no greater thrill than hearing your name announced as the winner of a writing award. Winning writing contests will embark you on a journey that will ignite your passion, boost your career, and propel your writing to extraordinary heights. So, grab your pen, buckle up, and get ready to explore the myriad of opportunities that await! Beyond Participation Awards Unlike...
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For most authors, the ultimate goal is to get their work in the hands of as many readers as possible. However, in a saturated book market, getting noticed can be a challenge. Thankfully, indie authors have developed two powerful strategies—price promotions and promo stacking—to increase their chances of success. By strategically planning a promo stack with a price drop, you can create buzz...
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Recently, I’ve seen some scuttlebutt talking about how ads don’t convert. Below is my response to that, but the TLDR is that yes, ads do work. Not only do they work, but they’re crucial. Crucial to get visible, reach your ideal readers, and grow your audience network. Let’s start way back in early 2017. I kept seeing authors posting about how they tried ads on Facebook and AMS and didn’t...
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