Are you gearing up for a book launch? It might seem like there’s an endless number of book marketing ideas you could incorporate into your promotional plan. But if you’re looking for proven ways to drive sales, BookBub offers a full suite of marketing tools that can … [Read more...]
New Release Marketing
Planning for the release of a new book? Before your book launch, learn the ins and outs of new release marketing to maximize sales and reach readers.
Virtual Book Tours: 14 Must-See Strategies from Authors
Book tours are a traditional promotional tactic for authors when launching a new book. With the COVID-19 crisis making in-person promotional events unsafe, authors have been finding creative ways to circumvent the pandemic’s challenges and interact with fans. One tactic … [Read more...]
Marketing a New Book Release: 9 Tips You HAVE to See
Over the past 10 years, I’ve written more than 40 books and learned countless lessons along the way. I’m both traditionally and self-published, which is one of many factors that can affect marketing possibilities. Readers also react differently between genres — or even … [Read more...]
How to Promote a Book Launch (and How BookBub Can Help!)
Are you planning to promote a book launch soon? There’s a huge amount of book promotion tactics you can try — but which will sell the most copies? Which will give you the best shot at hitting a bestseller list? And if you’re a traditionally published author, what marketing … [Read more...]
Virtual Book Launch Events: 8 Ideas from Authors
Despite the COVID-19 crisis, many books are still launching each week. Due to shelter-in-place orders and the need for physical distancing, launch parties at bookstores have of course been canceled. Because of this, we’re getting questions from partners about how to connect … [Read more...]
How an Author Drove 10K New Release Sales With BookBub Ads
Authors and book marketers can use the BookBub Ads platform to accomplish a wide range of marketing goals. One common strategy is to run ads to increase sales and awareness of new releases. Author Jeana E. Mann ran a series of ad campaigns in October 2019 after the launch of … [Read more...]
How to Run a Book Launch for Maximum Sales (& Hit List!)
When you’re preparing for a book launch, there’s a massive amount of book marketing tactics you can choose from — but which will make the biggest impact on sales? Which will give you the best shot at hitting a bestseller list? And if you’re a traditionally published author, … [Read more...]
A Guide to Getting More Reader Reviews
Obtaining reader reviews on retailer sites is critical for driving book sales. Reviews can lend books legitimacy and help readers decide whether they’re worth their money and time. According to a 2018 survey, 36% of BookBub members say book reviews from other readers can … [Read more...]
5 Unconventional Book Launch Ideas from Professional Marketers
As an author, your book marketing tool belt is probably bursting at the seams with countless strategies. You’ve set up a mailing list. You’re aware of the importance of reader reviews. You’re running ads on BookBub. You’ve got it all covered, right? Well, maybe … [Read more...]
17 New Release Marketing Examples We Love
The Big Day is fast approaching. The final edits are in, the cover looks great, and the blurb has been polished to perfection. Phew! As the numbers on your “Days Until Release” countdown wind down, it’s time to ramp up your marketing activities! In order to help you … [Read more...]
