Novel Marketing

In this episode we answer questions from listeners like you. If you would like to ask a question for a future Q&A episode click here. Question 1 “I was recently divorced and remarried and now I have a new last name. Should I change the name on my website and future books or use my old […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 040 – 40th Episode Q&A Extravaganza appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

In this episode, we talk with agent and former editor Karen Ball.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 039 – How Writers Should Market Themselves to Editors With Karen Ball appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

In this episode, we talk with Allen Arnold  about the deserts a writer can get stuck in, and how to get out.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 038 – How to Find an Inspiration Oasis in a Creativity Desert With Allen Arnold appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Are you developing the habits and mindsets of a published author? Learn the best practices of published authors so you can emulate them.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 7 Differences Between Published & Unpublished Authors appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Learn the pros and cons of offering your books for free and how you can incorporate giveaways into your overall marketing strategy.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post The Upside and Downside of Free Books appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Angela Hunt shares her publishing journey.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post Angela Hunt’s Journey from Unpublished to Over 1 Million Book Sales appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Not all authors need an agent. In this episode we talk with Steve Laube about what kind of authors need an agent and what kind of authors can go agentless.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 032 – What is a Literary Agent Do You Still Need One appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Many novelists have a hard time with blogging. So they end up ignoring this powerful tool. In this episode, Jim and Thomas talk about what to blog about and what topics to avoid.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 031 – What Should Novelists Blog About? appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

This week we are talking with Allen Arnold about how to overcome that mysterious barrier to publication called “pub board.”You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 030 – Selling An Editor So She Can Sell to Pub Board With Allen Arnold appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Spirit Bridge by our very own James L. Rubart has just launched. Check it out at Amazon or at a book store near you.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post Special Announcement: Spirit Bridge by James L. Rubart appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

An author mastermind group can accelerate your writing and publishing career. Find out how you can start one. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 029 – How to Start a Mastermind Group appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

A  popular marketing strategy is to put together a huge launch even focused around the launch date of the book. You are not a fan of the big fan of that strategy. Why not?   Walk us through the marketing techniques you used for your last book.   Tell us about your experiences with book […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 028 – Book Rollouts Vs Book Launches With James Scott Bell appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

In this episode we’re going to talk about the legendary elevator pitch … and how to create one that does exactly what an elevator pitch should do. Talking Points: What is an elevator pitch? Sentence – High concept, the hook Paragraph – Radio Pitch / Back cover copy … Page – Short Synopsis Why do […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How to Create an Elevator Pitch So Good That People will Stop the Elevator to Hear More appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

In this episode we answer questions from listeners like you. If you would like to ask a question for a future Q&A episode click here. Question 1 “My question has to do with a specific niche – my novel is Christian fiction, including dragons, but not your typical fantasy with magic, talking critters, etc., so […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 025 – 25th Episode Q&A Extravaganza appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

In this episode we talk about a powerful and easy way to market yourself and your writing to complete strangers … even if you’re a total introvert.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 024 – An Easy Line to Help Introverted Authors Promote Their Writing to Complete Strangers appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Learn how successful authors set SMART goals to foster perseverance and make progress in their writing career. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 023 – SMART Goals the Key to Marketing Success appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

In this episode we are going to talk about Facebook. And more specifically, how to get more Facebook fans. Why Facebook is still important: Still the biggest social network (after email) Publishers pay attention to Facebook, particularly your PTAT score. 12 Ways to Get More Fans: Create sharable content particularly photos. Put a Facebook like […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 022 – 12 Ways to Get More Facebook Fans appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Talking Points: Esther Story: Esther Had a Tough Marketing Position Not in favor with the King Had a big ask. What does she do? She offers value and invites the King to a banquet in his honor. At the banquet does she offer her big ask? No, she invites him to a second banquet. It […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 021 – Queen Esther, Staggered Marketing & Why Waiting to Ask Can Boost Book Sales appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

 I know, you’re wondering where we’re going with this. You’re probably saying, “Isn’t that the Novel Marketing podcast is all about?” Yes, it is, but in this episode, we’re going to tackle the age old question, should you promote yourself, or find someone else to do it for you?You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 020 – To Brag, or not to Brag, that is the Question! appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Talking Points What is Design by Committee? Something that everyone likes is typically something no one loves. Compromise leads to bad design. A camel is a horse designed by a committee. Think of a recipe. If you try to accommodate everyone’s preference you end up with catsup and peanut butter on ice cream. How do […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 019 – The #1 Killer of Good Book Covers & Websites: Design By Committee appeared first on Author Media.Support the show