Gone are the days where authors were considered distant, untouchable, borderline mythical creatures by their readers. Thanks to the rise of the online author platform, these days authors – especially indie authors – are interacting directly with readers more than ever before. Whether it’s through social media, blogs or newsletters, there are plenty of ways …
In this digital age, successful indie authors understand that having a thriving online author platform is important. But did you know that traditional tools such as a media kit can also play a vital role in the promotion of your book and your author brand? As an indie publisher, you need to use a range …
We’ve extolled the virtues of working with book bloggers before, and for good reason. Engaging with the book blogging community is a smart move for authors – especially indie authors, whose book marketing and promotion is entirely their own responsibility. There are several different avenues for connecting with bloggers and promoting your book, but …
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Few things get us more excited here at Writer’s Edit than a brand-new book release… And the excitement only doubles when it’s a Talem Press book from our very own Founding Editor, Helen Scheuerer! In 2017, Helen launched her bestselling debut novel, Heart of Mist, the first instalment in her young adult fantasy series. And in just …
For indie authors, producing content in addition to your actual books is an important component of a successful marketing strategy. But in maintaining an active online author platform, it can be all too easy to run out of ideas for fresh, engaging content. If you already have a blog, multiple social media accounts and an author …
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As someone who’s been in the indie publishing game for the last five years, I’ve seen (and made) my fair share of mistakes. It’s easy for us authors to get wrapped up in the excitement of publishing and overlook flaws that could potentially burn us further down the track. There are so many stages of …
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If you’re a self-published author, you might never have even considered the possibility of turning your book into an audiobook. Authors who are traditionally published generally have audiobook rights and production arranged by their literary agent or publisher. But as with all other aspects of self-publishing, the onus is on indie authors themselves to tap …
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If you’re considering becoming an indie author, there’s no doubt that you’ll need to become familiar with Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing). This article is all about learning the basics of KDP, one of the biggest indie publishing platforms in the world. We’ll take you through what it is, the basics of its dashboard, and …
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As someone who writes books, runs a website and does their own marketing and publishing, I’m often asked how I stay productive. It’s no easy feat. I have a never-ending list of things to do, and it can often feel as though there aren’t enough hours in the day. However, I do have some secret …
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If you’re an avid reader, you probably already have a Goodreads account. But if you’re an indie author, you might not yet have utilised Goodreads as a tool for book promotion. In case you haven’t heard of it, Goodreads is a ‘social network for readers’. It has a searchable database of millions of books; you can …
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There’s a lot for indie authors to do when it comes to book promotion and marketing. In fact, there’s so much to do that it can often get a little overwhelming. But while being an indie author is largely a solo pursuit, you don’t have to tackle everything entirely on your own! Enter: the indie author …
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been told that authors don’t make any money. That a degree in creative writing was a fast-track to unemployment, and that I could never expect to earn a liveable income from books. I’m proud to say, I’ve proven those people wrong. Now, I want to share my …
If you’ve been on the internet at all over the past few years, you’ve probably heard of Patreon. Inspired, as the name suggests, by the old-world concept of artistic patronage, Patreon is growing every day as an alternative income method for creators. But how exactly does Patreon work? And how can indie authors use it …
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When it comes to promoting an indie book, you don’t have a whole marketing team behind you like a traditionally published author does. Authors on contracts with publishing houses generally have a whole campaign developed for them, not only saving the author time and money, but also potentially leading to a wider reach for the …
As an indie author, all book marketing and promotion is entirely your responsibility. The amount of people your book lands in front of comes down to the promotion strategies that you develop. But when it comes to promoting an indie book, it can feel like every marketing tactic has been done to death. So besides …
Having recently published my first indie book to bestseller status, I’ve realised that there are some lessons best learnt in theory and others in practice. From market research and the ideal publication schedule, to fielding financial questions and overcoming anxiety, I’ve decided to share 15 of the lessons I’ve recently learnt during the pre-release and …
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We’ve talked before about the importance of building your author platform. Mastering your online author presence is something all modern writers need to learn how to do – especially those who are self-published. An important part of that platform and online presence is an author newsletter. ‘Wait a minute,’ you’re probably thinking. ‘You’re telling me I …
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Before you hit the ‘publish’ button on your novel, there’s one massive factor you need to consider: how to price your self-published ebook. Let’s assume that you’re relatively new to indie publishing – you might have published one or two titles previously, or this may be your first. Chances are, the idea of picking the …
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As an indie author, book marketing and promotion is entirely up to you. If you want to succeed, it’s your responsibility to get the word out there about your books. Along with ARCs and book subscription boxes, guest blogging is another great marketing tool. Indie authors can gain much from building solid relationships with book bloggers and …
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This guide includes everything you need to know about ARCs (Advance Reader Copies): what they are, where you can find them, and how to make your own. We’ve even got some tricks on how to connect with book reviewers. Have you ever booked tickets to an advance movie screening? Remember the excitement, knowing you’ll be …
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