Hey Friends! If you’ve been following along in recent months, you know that a lot is happening. The Kickstarter for my book TOUGH Women Who Survived Cancer was fully funded by 198 backers who pledged $20,953! The book has entered into final editing and on September 10 will be available for purchase. Eeee!! And now, to support […]
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How to Increase Book Sales with Metadata
At Authorpreneur, we love to help writers self-publish and sell books! And while there are a number of ways to increase book sales, one of the best-kept secrets for self-published authors is utilizing book metadata. If you’re serious about self-publishing, you owe it to yourself to build a strong book marketing and sales strategy. In this post, […]
How To Launch Your Book Like a Pro
Self-published books don’t sell on their own. If you want your book to make a splash, or a bestseller list, you need to get your book into the hands of readers. And, if you’re serious about that, you need a book launch plan. As writers, we spend months, even years, preparing manuscripts. We shell out […]
[Site and Content] Developing Great Content: Should You Have An Author Blog? Is Blogging Right For You?
Unit 3: Site and Content Part 3: Should You Have an Author Blog? A blog can be a highly effective marketing tool for any authorpreneur, but only when used correctly. The onus is on the writer to ensure they use their blog to not only engage their audience but also organically encourage comments and social […]
Marketing Your Ebook Like a Pro
Marketing Your Ebook Like a Pro If you’re ever going to get noticed as a self-published author, you’ll need to be both seen and heard, and it’s up to you and only you to make this happen. Self-marketing and promoting your writing may seem like a lot of hard work at first, but there are […]
Crowdfunding is a game changer for Authors
Crowdfunding is a game changer for Authors In less than a decade, the landscape of publishing has changed dramatically. That’s good news for small publishers and independent authors who have been able to find alternative ways of publishing outside of the traditional models. Still, at the beginning, it was difficult for authors to find […]
7 Questions to Ask Before Committing to an E-Publishing Service
Before you publish a book yourself, here are 7 questions to ask before committing to an e-publishing service. A quick search online will provide you with enough evidence that there’s no shortage of services dedicated to helping self-published authors find their legs in this challenging industry. From agents and consultants, to distribution channels and promotion […]
How to Choose the Right Categories for Your Book Compared to Amazon Best Sellers
Choosing the right categories for your book is crucial for landing a spot as an Amazon Best Seller. To start your research, go to the Kindle Store and search for the top ebooks in several categories that you believe your ebook would fit. Check out the top titles and see what is similar, and what […]