by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Dec 9, 2020 | Book Design, Publishing, Writing Tips
Your book’s title should accomplish four goals with only a few words. Learn how to create a memorable title that is easy to find and recommend.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | May 25, 2020 | Book Design, Promotion, Strategy
Not all bad reviews are bad for sales. Learn how to get fewer bad reviews and how to respond to the ones you have.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 27, 2020 | Book Design, Independent Publishing, Promotion, Strategy, Traditional Publishing
Joshua Tallent teaches authors how to create quality metadata to increase book sales.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 6, 2020 | Book Design, Independent Publishing, Promotion, Publishing
The better you Amazon book page is, the more effective all your marketing efforts will be. And, put another way, a poor amazon page for your book can torpedo your other efforts.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 29, 2019 | Book Design, Independent Publishing, Promotion, Publishing
How to Create a Design Brief for Your Book Cover
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 25, 2019 | Book Design, Independent Publishing, Promotion, Publishing
Learn how to use your book’s back matter to sell more books and grow your email list.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 24, 2018 | Book Design, Promotion, Publishing, Strategy
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Stitcher | Podcast Index | TuneIn | RSS | MoreIn this episode, we’re going to talk about how to re-launch your old novels. Yes! There is still life, and money,...
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 15, 2017 | Advertising, Book Design, Promotion, Publishing, Writing Tips
Your book’s front cover may get someone’s attention, but your book’s back cover copy gets their money. That copy can make or break your book promotion. Learn how to write amazing copy.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Oct 18, 2017 | Book Design, Independent Publishing, Publishing
These mistakes could ruin your book sales. They are easy to avoid, once you know what to look for. Make sure your book cover is not killing your marketing.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Oct 11, 2017 | Book Design, Independent Publishing, Publishing
Your book cover is your biggest marketing asset. It can make or break your book. In this episode, we are going to talk about what your book cover must have to be a success.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 23, 2016 | Book Design, Branding, Promotion, Publishing
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Stitcher | Podcast Index | TuneIn | RSS | More(James) In this episode we’re going to talk about creating a crazy cool bio. Intro Paragraph: (Thomas)Today’s topic...
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 3, 2014 | Author Websites, Book Design, Independent Publishing, Platform, Publishing
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Stitcher | Podcast Index | TuneIn | RSS | MoreTalking Points What is Design by Committee? Something that everyone likes is typically something no one loves. Compromise...