I was about 12 when my hair went from entirely straight to very, very frizzy. It had become curly, but no one in my family recognized that yet. My 10-year-old brother, however, knew I had a problem. Kids at school had begun to mock me for my halo of frizz. So when, at the … [Read more...]
Guest Posts
From authors to literary agents to publishers, BookBub’s insightful guest posts shed light on book marketing from the perspective of those in the industry!
Why I Finally Built an Author Website for My Pen Name
I have two pen names, a long to-do list, and never enough hours in the day. For years, I told myself I didn’t need separate websites for each pen name. Readers would figure it out, right? Besides, the idea of building another site made my brain want to melt. I envisioned … [Read more...]
The Business Advice All Writers Need to Hear
I have worked in publishing since 2010 and have helped hundreds of authors over the years, from pre-publication writers to New York Times bestsellers. As a business manager and consultant for authors, I get asked a lot of questions about how best to publish, market a book, … [Read more...]
How to Start Your Nonfiction Book With a Bang
A common and misguided critique of nonfiction is that it’s boring or lacks narrative. But as anyone who reads nonfiction will know, narrative is one of the most important parts. Even if your book is all facts, you still need a thread of human interest to tie them together! … [Read more...]
How to Query an Agent: 10 Tips for the Submission Process
Many writers have the same fantasy: It involves writing “The End!” at completion of a first draft, sending it out to a top agent, and watching a six-figure contract magically appear in their inbox. Violà! But for most writers, this isn’t how it goes (even though we wish it … [Read more...]
How to Pitch Your Book to Local Media: 7 Tips from a PR Expert
For authors, securing media coverage is a powerful way to build credibility, generate buzz, and increase book sales. While national press is a coveted goal, local media offers a more accessible and effective way to start gaining visibility. Your community wants to celebrate … [Read more...]
How to Plan a Marketable Fiction Book Series
Think about the last time you read a book you didn't want to end. That longing for more is a significant part of the appeal of reading. A series allows readers to spend more time in a world they've grown to love, with characters they've become attached to. It's like catching … [Read more...]
How I’m Thinking Differently About Selling Books in 2025
At the end of 2019, I remember planning my upcoming ad strategy and thinking, There are totally different ways to think about selling books than I have in the past. This single thought lit a fire that, five years later, continues to shine a path around my strategic … [Read more...]
How to Ensure Your Novel’s First Chapter Grabs Readers Right Away
It’s true what they say: First impressions matter. The same can be said for novels, and as an author, getting the first chapter of your book right can make or break the reading experience. So for this article, I’ve put together some tips on how to make an impactful first … [Read more...]
The Marketing Strategy I Used to Launch My First Book
Long before I started writing my novels and short story collections, I was writing — but you may have heard my words, not read them. As an Emmy Award–winning documentary director, cinematographer, and writer, I've produced nearly 100 films, mostly in the adventure and … [Read more...]
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