Self Publishing Marketing

Struggling to Write Blurbs for Your Novels? Many authors find writing blurbs or book descriptions difficult. Why is it so hard? Because it requires a different kind of writing than we’re familiar with. To write an effective blurb, you need to learn the art of copywriting – a skill that we tend to associate with the marketing and advertising industries. This association makes some authors uncomfortable. But copywriting can be used for good as well as evil. Blurbs & Book Descriptions presents the copywriting skills a modern author needs and shows how they can be applied to create ...

What You’ll Learn in This Practical Guide: ✔ Setting Up & Optimizing Your TikTok Shop – A step-by-step approach to listing books and managing sales through TikTok. ✔ Creating Engaging Content – Learn strategies to develop compelling videos and participate in BookTok trends. ✔ Organic Marketing Strategies – Explore ways to increase reach using influencer collaborations and trending content. ✔ Building Visibility & Reader Engagement – Discover methods to improve exposure and connect with potential readers. ✔ Understanding Performance & Growth – Learn how to analyze ...

“I wish I had a book like this when I started.” - Robert Ryan, best-selling author of Self-publishing Guide Books Why do mediocre books have millions of fans while excellent books barely sell? Why do some authors launch ten books every year while others waste a decade on the first draft? After years in the self-publishing trenches and with over a dozen books under my belt, I've got the answers. Although I'm a multi-award-winning, internationally-selling author, I’ve made most of the mistakes described in this book - and paid dearly for them. Now I will share my hard-learned lessons. I...

Now, learn the master key for writing great short stories, and the strategies for using them to advance your writing career As most writers will tell you, the hardest fiction form to master is the short story. To be successful, a short story needs to have "emotional wallop," and in under 7,000 words. Not easy to do. In this book, #1 bestselling writing teacher James Scott Bell explains the essential ingredient for a successful short story, no matter the genre. He shows how any writer—whether planner or "pantser"—can use this key to unlock infinite story possibilities. And turn readers ...

How to Write a Book: A Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting Your Story, Finding Your Voice, and Sharing Your Message with the World Have you always dreamed of writing a book but didn’t know where to start? How to Write a Book is your ultimate companion on the journey from blank page to published masterpiece. Whether you're an aspiring novelist, a non-fiction storyteller, or someone with a personal journey worth sharing, this guide will walk you through every step—from finding your purpose and building a writing habit, to revising, marketing, and publishing your work. Packed with expert advice...

Want to build a real self-publishing business that actually pays you? This book shows you how to research, launch, and scale print-on-demand books using the same strategies as top KDP earners. No fluff. No filler. Just a clear path from idea to income. Inside, you will learn: How to find profitable book ideas with built-in demand A step-by-step way to test your niche before you publish What makes a book cover and title convert browsers into buyers How to write descriptions that sell without sounding desperate Simple launch methods that work without a big audience Ways to scale your ...

From Book to Blockbuster A Proven Guide to Adapting Novels Into Films By Ted Lazaris Discover how to take your novel from the page to the screen with this step-by-step guide for storytellers, authors, and creatives. In From Book to Blockbuster, author and filmmaker Ted Lazaris shares a detailed roadmap for adapting novels into film-ready projects. Drawing from his real experience developing books into movies, Lazaris guides you through the creative, technical, and business sides of turning a story into visual media. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Identify high-concept elements in your story...

Toti marketerii spun povesti! Iar când o fac așa cum trebuie, îi credem. Și dacă îl ascultăm pe Seth Godin, adevărații marketeri nu vorbesc despre date tehnice, nici măcar despre beneficii. Dimpotrivă, ei spun o poveste – una în care vrem să credem, indiferent dacă are sau nu legătură cu realitatea. Marketerii dau greș atunci când joacă murdar și sunt egoiști, după cum o dovedesc telemarketerii, companiile producătoare de țigarete și politicienii corupți. Ai grijă: dacă povestea ta nu este autentică, vei încălca limita dintre iluzie și fraudă!

Updated for 2025 Launching a book, podcast, or product?This brief guide lays out the strategy and tactics I've used on 3 NYT bestsellers, and an Amazon #1 on every launch. There’s nothing secret or mysterious about a successful book launch (or a podcast or product launch). It’s simply calendar-focused attention to your goals. "Launching your book, podcast or product doesn’t have to be confusing or overwhelming. Mike breaks down the process and makes it easy to succeed." - Jared Easley, Author and Founder of PodcastMovement I developed this strategy with books, but have also had ...

Updated and Revised Third Edition A Reliable Road Map for Your Self-Publishing Journey Make your publishing dreams a reality with this detailed blueprint for launching e-books and English and Japanese-language paperbacks on Amazon. This candid, humorous account includes: specific, concrete advice for Japan-based self-publishers and a glossary of Japanese and English publishing terms.

The phenomenal international best seller Fish! told the story of a fictional company that transformed itself by applying lessons learned from Seattle's Pike Place Fish market. Now, with Fish! Tales, listeners can learn how people in real-life businesses boosted morale and improved results by implementing these same principles. Here are specific and tested techniques that can be put to use right away in any kind of business or organization, even at home.

Are you an author struggling to get your books noticed in a crowded marketplace? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the complexities of marketing and building a loyal readership? Writing a great book isn't enough in today's competitive publishing landscape. Without a solid author platform, your masterpiece risks languishing in obscurity, buried under millions of other titles. The constant pressure to promote yourself on social media, grow an email list, and engage with readers can feel like a full-time job - stealing precious time from your writing and leaving you frustrated and ...

The SECRET to writing a book a month and making 6 figures in passive income is literally at your fingertips! If you’ve ever dreamed of making a living with your writing, this is the path that will get you there. In a survey done by Written Word Media, they discovered that “$100Kers” had an average of 28 books in their catalog. They also found that 80% of authors make less than $6,000 per year, which is not a livable income. Michelle Kulp, 10x bestselling author, has been writing a book a month since January 2020 and has created over $3,300 per month in passive income in just 12 short ...

Writing one book is hard. Writing a series? That’s where most authors get stuck. Whether you’re on book one or book five, building a fiction series that keeps readers coming back — and keeps you from burning out — takes more than momentum. It takes strategy. In How to Write a Fiction Series That Sells, author coach and blurb expert Janice Lam gives you a practical, no-fluff guide to planning, pacing, and sustaining a series that works. You’ll learn how to: Map a series arc readers will follow to the end Avoid mid-series burnout and plot fatigue Create cliffhangers that convert —...

Grow Your Community and Sell More Nonfiction Books Struggling to connect with readers and convert them into fans? Power Publishing Secrets: The Email Marketing Blueprint for Nonfiction Authors cracks the code on building a thriving email list that fuels your book sales. Inside, you'll discover: Secret Strategies: Master the art of email marketing specifically for nonfiction authors. Learn proven tactics to nurture leads, build relationships, and turn casual readers into loyal customers. The Blueprint to Success: Follow a step-by-step plan to craft captivating email sequences that engage ...

A Comprehensive Guide To Successfully Marketing Your Fiction Unlock the secrets to successful promotion with this essential guidebook! This in-depth marketing guide is perfect for writers publishing their first novel or indie authors trying to gain a wider readership. Tailored for authors navigating the dynamic world of book marketing, this updated resource blends proven strategies with fresh insights. From social media savvy to mastering email campaigns, organizing captivating events to effective paid advertising, this guide covers it all. Whether you're a budding author or looking to ...

Writing and self-publishing a book to attract ideal customers (clients, patients, students, members) isn’t difficult. All you need is an experienced guide to show you exactly what to do! But first a warning, this book is not for everyone. This book is not focused on convincing you to write a book or showing you how to make money selling books. Instead, this is all about how to create a strategic sales tool for your business, in the form of a book.

Here's a brilliant parable for everyone who wants to lead a fuller, happier life. Millions of business people have already used the best-selling FISH! books to improve the way they work. Now, the authors turn their attention to life's daily personal challenges, helping listeners deal with them simply and effectively. By applying the FISH! principles of Play, Make Their Day, Choose Your Attitude, and Be Present, FISH! For Life shows readers how to confront life's issues and to reach their full potential.

QR Codes for Profit – The Secret Weapon That Will Leave Your Competition in the Dust! Are you ready to transform your self-publishing and online business with a simple yet powerful tool? QR codes are revolutionizing the way authors and entrepreneurs connect with their audience, boost engagement, and explode their sales! In QR Codes for Profit, you'll discover: ✅ How to embed QR codes in your KDP books and Etsy products for massive conversions. ✅ Genius ways to drive traffic to your website, email list, or exclusive content. ✅ The secret to repeat customers—turn a one-time buyer ...

Warning: Listening to this 2016 Readers' Favorite Book Award Winner, and implementing its strategies, may cause a significant income increase. "Probably the best and most comprehensive one-stop guide I have seen." - Rick DeStefanis, Award-Winning Author of The Gomorrah Principle. >"Alinka is extremely knowledgeable, and always willing to help authors in whatever way she can. I highly recommend this little gem of an audiobook!" - Patti Tingen, Award-Winning Inspirational Author.