A solid marketing strategy or business plan is essential for indie authors who want to achieve their goals efficiently and effectively. I divide my marketing plan into three key phases: pre-publication, publication, and post-publication.
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24
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14
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Indie Author Series: Credible Book Reviews
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For indie authors, seeking and soliciting book reviews before publication is essential. Start early by offering potential reviewers a free copy of your book in exchange for an honest review. Begin this process well in advance, because obtaining
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Mar
20
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Indie authors can choose to publish their books in eBook format either before or after releasing a paperback edition. However, publishing both formats simultaneously can increase overall sales, particularly for paperbacks. Publishing on Kindle
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Jan
25
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Indie Author Series: Eye-Catching Book Covers
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An eye-catching book cover is essential for grabbing readers’ attention. It should be appealing without being too busy, as a cluttered cover can interfere with readability. Most importantly, your book title must be easily readable. Use a clean,
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Oct
04
04
Indie Author Series: Writing from the Heart
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I am a librarian responsible for selecting fiction for a large library system, which means I spend a great deal of time reading book reviews. As a result, I often notice how many books are shaped by whatever trend or bandwagon happens to be
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