When I was asked to write about how I use BookBub Ads, I said, “Really? Me?” I don’t have a system with hard and fast rules. If you’ve ever inherited a family recipe that includes pinches of this and that, mix until smooth, and cook until done, my inexact method will be … [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!
How I’m Boosting My Author Earnings with Audiobooks
Diving into the audiobook world was something I’d held off doing after an initial attempt six years ago was underwhelming and expensive. However, as more and more of my readers asked for audio versions of my books, I decided it was time to take a second look at the now … [Read more...]
13 Tips on Using Instagram as an Indie Author
Instagram has become one of my favorite social media platforms to be on as an indie author. I find it great for crafting a multidimensional author business — because writing is about so much more than pushing books. During the early stages of building my readership on … [Read more...]
Reviving Backlist Books You Thought Were Dead
“My latest release tanked.” “This book is a flop.” “Guess that one was a waste of time writing.” You’ve heard these phrases before, and if you’ve been writing long enough, you’ve probably said one of them yourself. In a business that often relies on timing, … [Read more...]
How I Hit a Bestseller List with a Traditionally Published Book
It’s almost every author’s dream: become a bestseller and hit those elusive lists. I’ve been chasing this dream in one way or another since I was a kid and started penning my first stories for my little sisters. But there’s more to becoming a bestselling author than just … [Read more...]
How to Amplify a BookBub Deal as a Traditionally Published Author
Several months after the January debut of my novel Here and Now and Then, I felt like things were in a good place — critical response was strong, reader reactions were positive, and sales were at a level that seemed to satisfy my publisher, Mira Books. I'd tried to do my due … [Read more...]
5 Book Marketing Strategies All Authors Need to Try
Keeping your books in front of readers is a challenging task, especially over a long writing career. I've tried many different strategies, and I continue to experiment as the publishing industry evolves. It's important to remember that what worked last year might not work … [Read more...]
How Recommending Books Can Grow an Author’s Audience
We've made some changes to the way we surface Recommendations to readers since this article was originally published. Learn more here I’ve been a reader all my life, and I’m a firm believer that as a writer, it’s crucial to keep reading. I’m also a firm believer in the … [Read more...]
Indie vs Traditional Publishing: Which Path Is Right for You?
There are many decisions a writer must make before getting their novel into the hands of eager readers, but one of the most daunting steps is answering this question: Which form of publishing is right for me? Both traditional publishing and independent publishing have … [Read more...]
How to Create Eye-Catching BookBub Ads Images
Marketing doesn’t have to be complicated! If you are like me and often overcomplicate marketing tasks, think of these words from Mad Men’s Don Draper: “Make it simple, but significant.” The way to significance in online marketing often starts with … [Read more...]
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