As of September 1, 2022, we are no longer supporting India as a region. Since BookBub launched in India, authors and publishers have come to us with questions about discounting their books there. While discounting can be complicated no matter the country, factors like … [Read more...]
Diana Urban
Diana Urban is an internationally-published author of dark, twisty thrillers, including All Your Twisted Secrets (HarperTeen) and Lying in the Deep (Razorbill). She was previously a Marketing Manager at BookBub. Follow her on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok.For How Long Should You Run Your Ebook Price Promotion?
Ebook price promotions can be a great way to drive sales, boost revenue, and build buzz for an author. To run a price promotion, you simply discount one of your books across retailers for a limited amount of time. The aim is to generate interest among bargain ebook buyers, … [Read more...]
Which Book In Your Series Should You Discount?
Savvy authors and publishers know that publishing a series can effectively generate repeat purchases because readers become invested in the world and its characters, and become eager to see more of them. They also know discounting books in a series is a powerful marketing … [Read more...]
How to Add Links To Your Ebook’s Back Matter
A few weeks ago, we discussed how to cross-promote your books in the back matter. This space is prime real estate for selling more of your other books. If your book is a great read or if it ends in a suspenseful cliffhanger, readers will be eager for more when they reach the … [Read more...]
How to Improve Your Description Copy to Sell More Ebooks
Your book description on retailer sites like Amazon is one of the most important ebook marketing elements at your disposal. Your cover and title will catch potential readers’ attention, but your description is what will make the sale. The strongest part of your description … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to Promoting Your Books at Conferences
If you’re an author, publishing conferences are a great way for you to attend sessions and workshops to hone your craft, meet fellow authors, and mingle with publishing professionals. But they also can be an effective platform for promoting your book in person. Here’s a … [Read more...]
Top 5 Platforms for Easily Creating Your Author Website
Do you have an author website? Take this quick survey to tell us why or why not. A few weeks ago, we shared the nine things every author website should have. These elements will ensure your site is a marketing asset that will help you sell more books and connect with … [Read more...]
How to Time an Ebook Price Promotion for Maximum Visibility
If you have a large book backlist, running a price promotion is a great way to increase exposure, boost sales, and build an author’s brand. Choosing a book for a price promotion is often about timing. Do you have any new or upcoming releases to cross-promote? Do you have any … [Read more...]
Coordinating an Ebook Discount & TV Adaptation: Q&A with Blake Crouch
Many authors dream about seeing their books come to life on the big screen. For mystery author Blake Crouch, this dream has become a reality — FOX has adapted his book Pines into the TV miniseries Wayward Pines, which will premiere on May 14. The exposure a film or TV … [Read more...]
How a Bestselling Author Promotes Books in a Saturated Market
More and more books are published each year, and the increasing market saturation and competition makes it harder for authors and publishers to effectively market their books. New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lisa Renee Jones is a hybrid author of the … [Read more...]
