Online book sales – 30% and rising
The October meeting of the Colorado Independent Publishers Association featured a talk by self-publishing guru Dan Poynter. I’ve heard Dan speak on two occasions now and always feel energized by his can-do attitude about writing and selling books. Aside from hearing some great reasons to self publish instead of trying to get a traditional publisher, [...]
October 23, 2008
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To sell books, give them away
Writers always want to know about inexpensive (or even cheap) ways to promote their book. Here’s one of the cheapest: give away copies of your book. Here’s why: 1. Nobody throws away a book. Even if someone isn’t interested in your subject, they will pass your book on to someone else rather than toss it. [...]
October 9, 2008
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Five low-cost or no cost ways to promote your book
1. Always carry a copy of your book along with your business cards, bookmarks, and flyers. You never know who you will meet! 2. Get your friends to host a book reading at their homes and invite all of their friends. 3. Contact local book clubs and offer to discuss your book in person. 4. [...]
October 7, 2008
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Use the back cover to promote your book
You’re wasting valuable real estate if the back cover of your book has only a two-line bio and your picture on it. Use this space to: * *Tell your potential audience what your book can do for them. People buy books to help them solve a problem. * Tell your potential audience what others have [...]
October 3, 2008
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Make your book the best it can be
A little forethought goes a long way in producing your best work and maximizing your opportunities for book sales. In the excitement of writing and producing your long-awaited book, authors often overlook some of the basics. Poor planning can result in a garage full of unsold books and dashed dreams. Here is the first of [...]
October 1, 2008
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Tags: book marketing, niche marketing, Self publishing your book · Posted in: Self publishing your book
