We are doing a marketing episode today. Since we are still bumping up against people who say thing don't market because the book isn't published, we decided to address the question: "Why do you need to market your book before it's published?"
Tag: marketing tips for writers
Why You Need to Market your Book Before it’s Published
So, I thought it was high time I did another Monday Marketing post! Now, no matter how much I say it, I'm still seeing new writers who claim they "don't need to market" or that they will "Market after publishing." But it's important so here are 7 reasons why you need to market your book before it's published.
How to Use Social Media for Your Marketing
It's Monday Marketing time, people! Today I thought I'd talk (more) about social media. Last year, I did a series on Social Media but I think discussing it specifically for Marketing is important. Not all social media is the same. Ones such as Twitter and Snapchat are fast-paced social media platforms. LinkedIn is more business-oriented, designed more for making professional connections. Instagram is obviously a more visual platform, whereas Facebook... well, Facebook has changed a lot. It used to be where everyone hung out (except me, I was a late (and grudging) comer to the platform). In fact, it's a shocker I'm even ON social media. I hate it, but it has its uses. Like Taxes.
Why it’s super important for you to get Book Reviews
It was surprising just how many writers informed me they almost never leave book reviews, even for Indie authors. I will discuss this more later on in the post. But with that in mind today's Monday Marketing post discusses the subject of Book Reviews, why you gotta have 'em and why you should give them …
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What NOT to do in your marketing
It's Monday Marketing time and today I thought I would do something different and discuss what NOT to do in Marketing.
Traditionally Publishing? Yes, You Still Need To Do Marketing
This post has been churning in my head for a while. I've had a number of writers tell me openly that they want to go traditionally published so they "don't have to do marketing". There are many good reasons to go the traditionally published route, unfortunately, this is not one of them. Gone are the …
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How To Get The Most Out Of Your Calls To Action
I'm back with another Monday Marketing post, and today's topic is all about the Call To Action tactic and why we need to think more carefully about how to use them.
Is It Time For You To Do a Rebrand?
Welcome back to another Monday Marketing post! Today I've been thinking about branding. Now as writers, we don't always remember to think about our branding but it is important. I've discussed being consistent in your branding, but what about the idea of rebranding?
How To Tempt Your Readers With a Sample of Writing
It's Monday Marketing Time. For those who don't know, I've been running blog posts on Mondays discussing different methods for writers to market their books. Marketing is one of those areas many writers struggle with so I'm here to offer marketing ideas and suggestion. Today's Monday Marketing post is all about sharing a little something with your readers to help create connections and build that all-important fan base.
Writers, Learn How To Talk To People
It's Monday so that means it's time for another Monday Marketing post. Today I want to discuss how not to talk to people. In a marketing sense, there are definitely some right and wrong ways to deal with people. A quick thanks to all those who sent supportive messages, following my last blog post. I am feeling better and I'm sorry I had to miss Friday's post.
