How to set realistic sales targets as a self-published author
Publishing your first book is such an exciting milestone, but many authors make the mistake of setting unrealistic sales expectations.
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Make or Break – Know Your Genre!
Most authors know what genre their newly-written book falls into but what does surprise me is how many I hear about who don’t really know what other publications are out there in the same genre, let alone have read any.
I want to write a book… What’s next?
Without getting too bogged down in what will happen once you’ve written the book, it is wise to familiarise yourself with the publishing process, if for no other reason than to have some realistic expectations of what you could achieve.
Vanity Publishing vs Traditional Publishing
Knowing the differences between vanity and traditional publishing can help you make an informed decision about which route best suits your needs as an author.
Why people DO judge a book by its cover!
The saying goes: “don’t judge a book by its cover” but when it comes to actually publishing a book, it’s actually the complete opposite!
How to approach a publisher
I’m currently helping a client find a publisher for their second novel and thought it might be helpful to outline the accepted practice and protocols to consider if you are doing the same with your work.
Why writers should blog
A blog is a perfect way to connect with your readers and is a great place to showcase your writing. Where do you start?
Love your local Library!
It’s National Storytelling Week from 29th January – 5th February and, of course, one of the best places to find a huge range of children’s books is a Library. As anyone who has looked at my Twitter feed or spoken to me in person knows, I am a massive fan of libraries. In addition to […]
10 content ideas to promote your book on social media
As a writer, do you need to be on social media? It’s one of the most common questions I get asked! And the answer is…YES! You really do. Here’s why. You need to reach readers and your audience is highly likely to be on social media. Unless you are well known enough to be on […]
Who are you writing for?
Chances are either you or someone you know has thought about writing a book. A wise person once said: “They say there is a book in everyone…and for most people that’s exactly where it should stay”!! It’s true – there are many people who have produced work that, let’s be generous, isn’t of the highest […]