Book Marketing Blogs
by Penny SansevieriFebruary 18, 2013
Welcome to the February 18, 2013 edition of tips and tricks for writers and authors. We have a great mix of self-publishing, book marketing, social media and marketing tips this issue. Thank you to all of the contributors!
Book Publicity
Sarah Bolme presents Publicity Stunts posted at Marketing Christian Books.
Social Media
Jon Rhodes presents What Can Jenna Marbles Can Teach Us About Affiliate Marketing? posted at Affiliate Help!, saying, “You Tube sensation Jenna Marbles can teach us a thing or two about creating a stir and being popular online.”
Book Marketing
Nick Daws presents Why I Changed My Mailing List Service From YMLP to AWeber posted at Nick Daws’ Writing Blog, saying, “Anyone who ever does business online needs to have a mailing list, and that includes writers. In this post I explain why I switched from my old mailing list service to AWeber, and why I have no intention of changing back!”
Writing
Chrys Fey presents Creating Mood posted at Write With Fey, saying, “For this post, I included a short teaser from my own book to illustrate mood in a story. What exactly is mood? Well, I explain it here and give tips to help you create it.”
Isabel Anders presents Blogging From A to Z posted at Blogging Authors, saying, “One advantage of following a ‘set course’ in your blogging is knowing exactly what will come next: in this case a word beginning with the next alphabetical letter.
Subjects for my blogs have included: Balance; Create; Dialogue; Eye—Journey; Kything; Lit-major and Meme. Not to mention Peace and Quest …
I’ve enjoyed choosing a word to define and reflect aloud about, with very personal applications popping up, sometimes unexpectedly…”
Self Publishing
Liz Long presents Building Relationships: Why “Networking” is a Dirty Author Word posted at Liz Long, saying, “I explain why ‘networking’ is a dirty author word and why ‘relationships’ is actually the keyword all authors need to remember. ‘Networking’ might be your dirty keyword, but ‘Relationships’ is the goal. Friendship is the cherry on top.”
Joel Friedlander presents Book Design Quick Tips for Self Publishers posted at The Book Designer, saying, “One thing you probably don’t want to happen is have your book ‘look’ self-published. This article explains typical newbie mistakes to avoid and offers tips for self-publishing your book.”
That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of tips and tricks for writers and authors using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.
February 18, 2013
Yah! Another great session from Tools of Change. Check out Rob Eagan as he talks about the power of free!
February 16, 2013
Stuck for ways to promote your book? Ever considered *free*? I know, the idea of giving your book away, or any of its content may seem counter-intuitive but check out this video from Tools of Change for Publishing, a conference I was just at in New York. Fab event, great speakers! Check this out!
February 15, 2013
What’s happening in book marketing and publishing? Check out these top Tweets from the past week, courtesy of bloggers, marketers, authors and others. The topics include a free webinar on how to sell more books on A
mazon, how to get started with Twitter marketing, tips to rank high in Google’s search engine, and much more. We wish you marketing and publishing success in all that you do!
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* 6 Simple Tips to Rank High in Google’s Search Engine
Learn the value of unique content, back links and more, so Google will love your site:
http://www.jeffbullas.com/2012/09/28/6-simple-tips-to-rank-high-in-googles-search-engine/
* The Writer’s Guide to Twitter
Newbie tips, follow and promotion etiquette, RTs, chat how-to, more. This is a comprehensive guide to everything a writer should know to use Twitter successfully:
http://inkygirl.com/a-writers-guide-to-twitter/
* Self-Published Authors Share 5 Things They Learned in 2012
Some great advice from self-published authors to help other authors navigate the self-publishing world:
* Free webinar Feb. 21: How to Sell Books by the Truckload on Amazon.com
Learn how to take advantage of Amazon’s algorithm to market and sell your books in this free webinar:
http://socialbuzzu.com/1633/penny-sansevieri-how-to-sell-books-by-the-truckload-amazon-com
* 5 Ways to Use YouTube to Promote Your Book
Here are strategies authors can use to take advantage of YouTube:
http://writerswin.com/2013/02/11/five-ways-to-use-youtube-to-promote-your-book/
February 11, 2013
Welcome to the February 11, 2013 edition of tips and tricks for writers and authors. We have some great posts on writing and self-publishing to inform and inspire. Thank you to all of the contributors!
Writing
Karen M. Rider presents What is Magical Realism? posted at Karen M. Rider, saying, “What is Magical Realism? Who writes it?
Magical Realism appeals to readers (and writers) because it offers a worldview in which the natural, physical laws of the universe are not the only plausible explanation for events in the story (or in real life, for that matter). While the reader realizes that the rational and irrational are conflicting polarities, they are not disconcerted because the author has established the fantastical (mystical, metaphysical or supernatural) within the context of the natural or ordinary world.”
Chrys Fey presents How To Write Romance posted at Write With Fey.
Samir Bharadwaj presents Clear-headed Writing posted at Samir Bharadwaj dot Com.
Lisa Romeo presents Writing Steps and Lists posted at Lisa Romeo Writes, saying, “I talk about how a writer can create to-do lists that go beyond listing deadlines and/or hopeful goals, and instead break the actual writing process down into specific, measurable steps.”
Nick Daws presents Don’t Be Scared of Writerly Rejection! posted at Nick Daws’ Writing Blog, saying, “In this guest post freelance writer and writing teacher Daley James Francis offers some encouraging advice about dealing with rejection, something every writer has to face at some time in their career.”
Self-Publishing
Joel D. Canfield presents Getting Your Book Out of the Someday Box posted at Someday Box, saying, “It’s a series of 16 short (3-minute) videos with accompanying text which describe the process of publishing your own book: all the steps needed, and some advice on where you’re likely to need help.”
That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of tips and tricks for writers and authors using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.
February 8, 2013
If you’re ready to rock out your book reviews, you’ll love this short session on how to get more reviews for your book. Seriously, it’s not magic. Ready to go?
February 8, 2013
Here’s a roundup of some of the best book marketing Tweets from the past week, courtesy of bloggers, marketers, authors and others. The topics include 25 hard truths about writing and publishing, self-publishing advice from author and entrepreneur Guy Kawasaki, how to get more Amazon reviews, and much more. Best of luck in your writing, publishing, and marketing endeavors!
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* 25 Hard Truths About Writing And Publishing
Chuck Wendig, a novelist, screenwriter, and game designer, looks at the tough realities of the publishing industry:
http://terribleminds.com/ramble/2013/01/22/25-hard-truths-about-writing-and-publishing/
* 7 Great Features for Authors on Goodreads
This social media site for book lovers has more than 12 million members. Learn about the great features Goodreads offers authors:
http://savvybookwriters.wordpress.com/2012/12/15/7-great-features-for-authors-on-goodreads/
* Easy Tips for Getting More Amazon Reviews
Learn the secrets to identifying and contacting Amazon’s top book reviewers so they can consider your book:
http://www.amarketingexpert.com/easy-tips-for-getting-more-amazon-reviews-now/
* Creating Links to Your Author Central Page on Amazon
Your Amazon Author Central Page is a great hub where readers can learn about you and your books:
http://www.sellingbooks.com/link-to-your-author-central-page/
* The Top Ten Mistakes Writers Make When Self-Publishing a Book
Author and Entrepreneur Guy Kawasaki discusses what authors should know about self-publishing:
http://www.digitalbookworld.com/2013/the-top-ten-mistakes-writers-make-when-self-publishing-a-book/
* 6 Social Media Digital Trends You Should Not Ignore
Keep up with the ever-evolving world of social media promotion – here are six emerging trends:
http://www.jeffbullas.com/2010/08/02/6-social-media-digital-trends-you-should-not-ignore/
February 4, 2013
If you’re scratched your head trying to figure out how to get more reviews on Amazon, you’ll love this short but helpful how-to clip. Ready to rock Amazon? This video will help!
February 4, 2013
Welcome to the February 4, 2013 edition of tips and tricks for writers and authors. We have a great mix of posts on book marketing and writing. We hope you find some writing and marketing inspiration!
Book Marketing
Charmaine Hammond presents Libraries Can Help Sell Books posted at Market, Promote & Sell Your Book, saying, “Libraries can help authors build their platform and sell books. Learn some of the different ways that author Charmaine Hammond has built Libraries into her book marketing plan.”
Joel Friedlander presents Book Design, Internet Marketing and the Nature of Human Consciousness posted at The Book Designer, saying, “This article discusses why signposts and other navigational aids allow us to experience reading a book or signing up for a webinar as a pleasant experience.”
Writing
Karen M. Rider presents A Writer & Her Daughters Balance the Real World with The OtherWorld of Writing posted at Karen M. Rider saying, “Time spent in the OtherWorld of Writing usually doesn’t have an immediate pay-off for us writers. And, there is no instant gratification for the child who slips unawares through the portal into our hidden world. Sometimes, though, at the twilight betwixt and between these two worlds, something magical happens and we are able to share it with our children, making them feel less like outsiders to the OtherWorld of Writing.”
Chrys Fey presents How to Write Action posted at Write with Fey.
Jessica Clark presents 30 Famous Authors Named Ken posted at Kenney Myers, saying, “Welcome to the first of many in my series of famous people with Ken as their first name (or a derivative like Kenneth, Kenny, or even Kenney).”
Fiona Malby presents Editing and the overuse of words – make each word count posted at F.C. Malby saying, “This is a blog post on the editing process of writing a fiction novel and how to cut out the unnecessary words. Writers tend to use too many words in places and the manuscript needs to be tightened and sharpened.”
That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of tips and tricks for writers and authors using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.
February 1, 2013
Let’s take a look at some of the top book marketing Tweets from the past week, courtesy of bloggers, marketers, authors and others. The topics include blogging ideas for 2013, how to use Kickstarter, the importance of Facebook Fan Pages, and much more. We wish you much success in your writing, publishing, and marketing efforts!
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* Pin Down Success Using Pinterest
Learn how to leverage this fast-growing social networking for marketing:
http://socialmediatoday.com/marcela-de-vivo/1187546/5-steps-pinterest-pinning-success
* Blogging Ideas for 2013: 5 Ways to Build Your Topic Pipeline
If you need blogging inspiration, this post should provide you with some great ways to generate content:
http://socialmediatoday.com/oriyankelev/1173686/blogging-ideas-2013-5-ways-build-your-topic-pipeline
* How Do You Find a Good Editor? Agent @JanetKGrant Has Some Tips
Investing in a good editor is one of the best things an author can do:
http://www.booksandsuch.biz/blog/wanted-a-good-editor/
* Kickstarter for Authors: 5 Ways Crowdfunding Helps Self-Publishers Market Books
An author shares his experience crowdfunding his self-published novel and offers some advice:
* 11 Reasons Why a Fan Page on Facebook will Help Your Business
There is a difference between Facebook profiles and Facebook Fan Pages, and the promotional opportunities Pages provide make them worthwhile:
http://blog.heyo.com/why-a-fan-page-on-facebook-will-help-your-business/
* The Top 10 Ways to Get the Traffic You Crave
Hoping for more visitors to your website (blog, social media site)? Here are some ways to get more traffic:
http://www.copyblogger.com/10-ways-to-build-traffic/
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