Using a Music Video to Promote Your Book

My good friend, fellow author, and one of the first female motorcycle racers in the world, Birgit Soyka, has taken the next step in book promotion.  No simple book trailer for her.  Take a look at her innovative music video.  Hopefully, it will inspire you to read her fabulous memoir, To Drink the Wild Air.   [...]

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Are You On Pinterest?

If you’re an author or business owner, Pinterest is a new way to help establish your brand.

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Every Author Site Needs an About Page

A fellow author asked me what was important to include on his website. Before setting up my site, I did some research. One thing became clear — an About page is critical.

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Do You Have an Author Profile Page on Amazon?

If you have a print or ebook on Amazon, you are eligible to set up an author profile page.

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The Importance of Book Covers

A friend of mine just got out of a publishing contract because she hated the cover design they presented to her. Her gut told her it sent the wrong message. This may be the best decision she has ever made.

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Author Panel is a Great Success!

On the first rainy night of the year, I was very concerned about how many people would come out for our presentation, “So You Want to Write a Book,” at the Clayton Library.

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The New Author Platform

With the advent of technology and the surge in independent publishing, building an author platform has changed.

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What’s the Difference Between a Brand and a Personal Brand?

On the surface, a brand and a personal brand seem so similar that it’s not necessary to have two separate categories. In reality, they couldn’t be more different.

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What Type of Content Works Best on Social Media Sites?

According to book marketing experts, if your goal is to build a presence on the Internet using free social networking sites, it’s imperative that you provide the right kind of content for your audience to digest.

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Marketing in the Digital Age

I attended the subject webinar yesterday, sponsored by Digital Book World.

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