Going the Distance for the author

Could be.

Be faithful to that which exists within yourself.

—Andre Gide

None of my characters are rich or famous, and the situations they find themselves in could happen to anyone.

—Nicholas Sparks

He has achieved success if he has lived well, laughed often, and loved much.

—Bessie Stanley

“So please, oh please, we beg, we pray,
 Go throw your TV set away,
 And in its place you can install
 A lovely bookshelf on the wall.
Then fill the shelves with lots of books.”

- Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

An example of measurable results on social media is engagement.

It's no secret that posts with a visual component garner more attention.

#SocialMediaForAuthors

And the look on his face says he didn't finish the book.

Right?

I hope it's a huge success for all.

Poetry allows people to express their thoughts and emotions in a creative and personal way.

This can be cathartic for the writer, helping them to process experiences and emotions.

#poems #poetry #PoetryCommunity #PoetrySky

The best excuse I hear is, "I don't know what to say."

This is where you, author, can help your reader.

Ask for one sentence. Ask the reader to mention their favorite scene/character. Ask why they did/n't like your book/style/characters.

Don't be shy. Just do it.

April 21st marks Thank You For Libraries Day. Be sure to celebrate all the good that libraries do for our communities.

#ThankYouForLibrariesDay #Library #ReadingCommunity

An elevator pitch is a brief (think 30 seconds) way of introducing yourself, getting across a key point or two, and making a connection with someone.

It's called an elevator pitch because it takes roughly the amount of time you'd spend riding an elevator with someone.

-Princeton

Your Author Platform An author platform is specifically about your ability as a writer to market your work, using the visibility of social media, review sites, etc. to reach a target audience of potential readers.

Your Author Platform

An author platform is specifically about your ability as a writer to market your work, using the visibility of social media, review sites, etc. to reach a target audience of potential readers.


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The Author and Joining Peer Groups

Why would an author join a peer group?

Peer groups could be writing, book marketing, critique, bloggers, and more.

Authors supporting authors is why.

April 21st marks Thank You For Libraries Day. Be sure to celebrate all the good that libraries do for our communities.

#ThankYouForLibrariesDay #Library #ReadingCommunity

Hello There!

Here's a reminder to support a connection or follower's book launch.

How?

Show up for in-person events. Share on social media. Buy their book. Recommend their book in your social feed.

Leave a book review once you've read their book.

A media page is a pathway to information about you and your book/s. Consider it one-stop shopping for anyone looking for specifics about you.

A media page features valuable, downloadable resources.

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Going the Distance and the author

To have joy one must share it. Happiness was born a twin.

—Lord Byron

There are essentially two things that will make us wiser: the books we read and the people we meet.

—Charles Jones

To achieve greatness one should live as if they will never die.

—François de La Rochefoucauld

Author, are you making the most of your email signature?

Hyperlink your website and your book. 

You may want to add your logo.

Don't miss the opportunity to advertise and redirect.

What should an author post for content on social platforms? 

It really can't be about your book all the time.

A quick search will offer many ideas: beyond holidays, current events, a limited scope of personal info, etc.

An example of measurable results on social media is if your followers respond to your content.

Insights and analytics will give you an idea of what's working and what's not with your content.

When should you ask for a book review?

Often.
Regularly.

If they mention they've read it or will read it.

Did you give a virtual presentation? Ask then.

Your reader may love your book but may not think how a review may benefit you, the author. Ask for reviews.

Don't be shy. Just do it.

Author Opportunities Author opportunities can be everywhere. Take advantage of every one that you can. One event, one post, one photo can make a world of difference.

Author Opportunity

Author opportunities can be everywhere. Take advantage of every one that you can.

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