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Social Media is just ONE Way to Get the Word out About Your Book
For many authors who use social media to promote their books, it’s a game-changer. From Instagram reels to TikTok, people are making decent income from their talents. However, social media is only ONE of many places to sell and promote your book in 2024 and onward. Bulk Sales to Schools, Universities, Corporations It’s fantastic to… Continue reading
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Vending at Large Events Does Not Mean Large Sales: What Self-Published Authors Should Know
Before I went on vacation, I attended Black Writers Weekend (BWW). The event itself was okay, but what made it worthwhile for me was my conversations with the vendors. We talked about so much more than books; the historical conversations were like a glass of cold water on a hot day. I love basking in… Continue reading
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5 Lessons I Learned from In-Person Networking
With back-to-back events, it’s been a busy few weeks. Here are some networking lessons I learned so far: Wear Your Brand One of the first things I noticed at the AOD (Accountability on Demand) Live business conference was that many people wore their logo, slogan, or tagline on their shirts and clothing. At Poet Fest,… Continue reading
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Lessons from a Book Signing
It’s time for another post on lessons from a book signing. I try to learn something new from every event I do. I also enjoy seeing if what we learn online applies when in direct, real life, person-to-person contact. Here’s what I learned from Friday‘s Book Signing. Practice Makes Perfect While I am not… Continue reading
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My 7 Instagram Tips for New Authors
I think Instagram is a great place for writers because there is a prodigious reader and writing community there. Below, you will find seven tips I put together for new writers who also enjoy using the gram. Hope it helps. Tip #1: Private Page to Business Page If you’re an author using Instagram, it’s a… Continue reading
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Free BOOK IT Masterclass: “Turning your story into Print” | Oliver T. Reid
Writers! Got something good for you. A friend of mine, Oliver T. Reid and his publisher Mr. Kelly Cole, both Bestselling Authors, are hosting a FREE Masterclass for those of you in the Atlanta area. I met Reid last year at the 4th Quarterly Mixer event hosted by Tinzley Bradford. Guys, the man knows his… Continue reading
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Easy Blogging for Authors: 10 Tips for a Successful Author Blog, Anne R Allen
Anne is at it again with a most excellent article on Blogging for Authors. If you’re an author and you’re looking to learn more about how your blog differs from a business blog, check out this post. She talks being true to your brand, not defining your blog success by numbers, networking and not sacrificing… Continue reading
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