How to Get Readers to Lust After Your Book
The word lust in our language is usually limited to the sexual arena. But it was not always so. The Greek philosophers used the term epithumia to indicate an intense desire which can be directed toward...
View ArticlePlaying with Pinterest
Nancy J. Cohen Pinterest might be the third most popular social network after Facebook and Twitter. It’s an online pin board where you post photos along with a description. The photos link back to the...
View ArticleBook Talk Checklist
Nancy J. Cohen Do you give talks at libraries, bookstores, or community groups? If so, here’s a handy checklist so you don’t forget your essential items. Autographed by Author Stickers Optional; not...
View ArticleWhat Would You Like to Know?
By John Gilstrap Last week, when I published the January issue of Dispatches, my Jonathan Grave newsletter, I asked for guidance from my readership on how frequently the newsletter should come out. We...
View ArticleWhat is Amazon Doing Now? Can it Work for You?
Jordan Dane @JordanDane I received a notice recently from Amazon regarding its implementation of “Amazon Stores,” a way to promote a brand or company products. I’m not sure how open and available this...
View ArticleBetter Book Descriptions in 3 Easy Steps
By SUE COLETTA Let’s be honest. Writing a book description isn’t fun. It’s grueling, mind-numbing work that I detest with every inch of my being. Mastering the art of back cover copy-writing is an...
View ArticleHow To Explode Your Email List
Back in 2017, Jim wrote a terrific post with tips for success in traditional or independent publishing. One of his top tips for all authors is to build an email list. Did you follow that advice? If you...
View ArticleHow To Animate Book Covers
Animated book covers are all the rage. Yes, they’re gimmicky, but they also draw readers’ attention. All over social media Fiverr folks announced animated book covers as a new service. Some writers...
View ArticleThings to Consider for Successful Book Signings
Is there a right way and wrong way to sign a book? Some authors claim you must sign the title page; others say you should sign the half-title page. Some authors cross out their printed name before...
View ArticleTwitter Tutorial – From Zero to 12K
by Debbie Burke @burke_writer Full disclosure: I’m lousy at social media. My writing bona fides are respectable with six published thrillers, numerous nonfiction articles, and this wonderful gig on...
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