book marketing

Writing the PERFECT Blurb – by Chris Saunders

Published on September 17, 2020 author, book marketing, Print on demand, self-publishing, storytelling, writing career advice

The blurb is a critical part of selling books! How is YOUR blurb working?

“My publisher says only three copies of my book have sold. I don’t believe them. What can I do?”

Published on September 17, 2020 author, author scams, book marketing, pod complaints, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing scams

Q – Hi Angela, Is it possible for me to find out about how many of my books have been sold? It was published almost a year ago as an ebook and print book on the major sites. Up to now, according to the publisher, only 1 print book and 2 ebooks had been sold. […]

Two Reasons Why Some of Your Readers are NOT Allowed to Post Reviews on Amazon!

Published on September 17, 2020 amazon, author, book marketing, Book Reviews, Networking, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing

As we all know, positive reviews mean better exposure on Amazon! However, did you know that some people aren’t allowed to leave reviews on Amazon?

How to Use Content Marketing to Drive Traffic to Your Website, and Customers to YOU! by Dina Sostarec

Published on September 3, 2020 article ideas, book marketing, diversify your writing income, storytelling, writing career advice, writing tips

What if your blog drove insane conversions for you while you’re sleeping?

“How can I convince Amazon to make my book more ‘findable?'”

Published on September 3, 2020 amazon, book marketing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing

“My book is on Barnes and Noble and Amazon but it cannot be found in a search…”

“An online book publicist won’t stop calling me! How can I REALLY make them stop?”

Published on August 27, 2020 author scams, book marketing, writing career advice, writing scams

First, please know that, if a so-called “publicist” is soliciting business via telemarketing methods, THEY SUCK at what they do…

Publisher is selling interviews with a radio host previously convicted for two counts of felony theft

Published on August 6, 2020 author scams, book marketing, Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

I found an article about the radio host they’re touting. He was convicted of two felony counts of theft. He stole his client’s advertising money…

“I think my book is good enough now to sell. My publisher says it’s not. What are my options?”

Published on July 29, 2020 book marketing, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing career advice

Each time I send it back to my publisher, they find more problems, and send it back to me again. I don’t want to read it anymore!

How to Turn Your Customer Testimonials into Marketing Memes! – by Angela Hoy

Published on July 29, 2020 author, book marketing, Book Reviews, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, storytelling, traditional publishing, writing career advice

Potential readers and clients trust REAL customer reviews more than marketing verbiage written by the person or company selling that product or service!

Self-publishing with Booklocker.com Literally Saved My Bacon During COVID-19 – by Tom Douglas

Published on July 16, 2020 book marketing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing

I haven’t had to apply for any benefits because, surprisingly enough, I’m making a bit too much money to qualify!