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The Most Important Lessons from 10 Years of Novel Marketing
Discover our list of the most important episodes we’ve recorded in the past ten years of podcasting about book marketing.
How Karyne Norton Successfully Kickstarted Her Book in 1 Hour
Find out how running a Kickstarter campaign for your book can solve one of the biggest challenge indie authors face.
Announcing the 2024 Novel Marketing Conference
Find out how the 2024 Novel Marketing Conference will help you apply your book-marketing knowledge and facilitate in-person connections.
Workshops, Retreats, and Pitches: How to pick the best writers conference for you
Learn what types of events are available and discover how to pick the best writers conference for your stage in the publishing journey.
How to Get More Book Reviews With Derek Doepker
Bestselling author and marketing strategist Derek Doepker shares tips to help you get more book reviews before, during, or after your launch.
Brandon Sanderson’s Crop Rotation Method for Restful Rapid Writing
If writing seems harder than it used to or you feel burnt out, consider this four-step method of rotation to revive your writing career.
How to Build Hype for a Debut Novel
Learn which book launching techniques a debut YA author used to successfully crowdfund and launch her first novel.
Whisper and the World Whispers Back
When readers can’t hear about your book, they can’t read it, even if it’s really good. Learn three reasons your book promotion may fall flat.
Platform
Platform
Whisper and the World Whispers Back
When readers can’t hear about your book, they can’t read it, even if it’s really good. Learn three reasons your book promotion may fall flat.
Trolls, Haters, and Critics Oh My – How to Handle Negative Feedback as an Author
The cold reality of being a writer is that some people will hate you and your writing. What do you do about those people?
How to Grow your Platform Without Social Media – with Sandy Cooper
Can you leave social media and still grow a platform from which to launch your books? Sandy Cooper has the answer in this interview.
How to Save Money as an Author
There's an old saying that the way to make a small fortune in publishing is to start with a large fortune. While the early days of publishing favored independently wealthy authors, things have changed. Publishing may be cheaper than it once was, but it’s not free....
A Short History of Facebook Marketing for Authors
Facebook is about to change. Authors need to know what’s coming and how to survive the digital upheaval.
10 Classic Branding Blunders Authors Make (and how to avoid them)
Authors with weak brands get ignored by publishers and readers alike. Learn how to avoid the 10 most common author branding mistakes.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for Author Websites
Learn how to improve your website’s SEO so readers can easily find you and buy your books.
Parler, MeWe, and How to Navigate Social Media Splintering as an Author
Should authors establish a presence on Parler and MeWe? Learn about the new social media platforms, and find out if you can connect with your readers there.
Publishing
Publishing
How to Make Money as an Author Assistant
If your publishing journey is sapping your bank account, learn how working as an author assistant will help you earn and learn simultaneously.
The Tortoise Release Method: Why Slow and Steady Beats Rapid Release
Avoid author burn out by establishing a sustainable publishing pace for the next 20 years. Learn how and when to plan your publishing tasks.
The Lifecycle of a Book: How to Extend Your Book’s Life With Effective Marketing
Find out how to market your book in the four stages of its lifecycle and how to extend book sales on older books.
Trim to Win: Why Saying ‘No’ is Crucial for Publishing Success: A Pruning Story
I have crepe myrtle trees in my front yard that have grown out of control. A neighbor noticed and gave me some tips on how to prune them to a manageable size. I took her advice and pruned the trees aggressively, but soon they were out of control again. Again, my...
Everything Authors Need to Know About Writing in Atticus
Authors typically use different software tools for everything from plotting to typesetting. But now authors can use one efficient multitool from start to finish.
How to Write More Productively
If you need a plan and process for writing books, learn the secret to writing multiple books every year in this interview with author Angela Hunt.
How to Write Short Stories with James Scott Bell
Learn to write short stories that readers crave. One of the best authors in the world, bestselling author James Scott Bell, teaches us how.
7 Things Santa Can Teach Authors About Book Marketing
Seven book marketing lessons from Santa for Authors
Promotion
Promotion
How to Successfully Market a Children’s Book
Learn the innovative and old-fashioned ways successful authors market a children’s book to kids, parents, teachers, and librarians.
How a War Between China and Taiwan Would Change Reading, Writing, and Publishing
Learn how geopolitics affect supply chain issues for authors and how to continue writing amid political or economic disruptions.
How BookFunnel Can Help you Grow Your Email List
BookFunnel offers amazing and useful tools for authors looking to give their readers the fastest, easiest and most enjoyable e-reading experience.
How to Use QR Codes to Boost Book Sales & Grow Your Email List
Learn six ways authors can use book QR codes to connect with readers and promote their books online and offline.
How to Create an Author Press Kit with Susan Neal
If you want to secure media interviews about your book, learn why you need an author press kit, what you should include, and where to place it on your website.
What Every Author Needs to Know About Copyright Law with James Scott Bell
Find out who should register the copyright for a book, why it may be important, and when is the best time to do it.
How to Grow Your Podcast Audience – with David Hooper
Learn how to increase your podcast’s impact by connecting with other podcasters, authors, and audiences who are interested in your book.
Is Your Author “About Me” Page Boring Your Readers To Death?
Most author About Me pages are as fascinating as Mr. Rogers’ sweater choices. Here’s how to craft a killer About page.