I'm not sure if it could be a viable business on its own. But it would be a great stepping stone toward your eventual goal. For my first...
Wow. Well said. I often find it strange how some look down their nose at readers who simply want to be entertained. Most books are sold as...
Readers buy what they want to read, not what authors think they should read. People think for themselves. Reading is entertainment for many. If...
Notoriety is always a plus. Milk it! A publisher would certainly take that into account. I'm looking down the road here. No matter if a...
Hey, don't worry about it. Your post more than makes up for any minor offense. Questions: Do you sell a product? Does advertising revenue on...
I don't mean to drag this thread too far off topic. It started with social media marketing, then I went youtube, then email, and you are going...
I'm glad you approve of my second post. Maybe you could add more value to the topic of building an email list. Are you trying to collect email...
I use email to deliver marketing messages. I think one of the best marketing campaigns you can do is to use email. Always try to collect the email...
Hey, have at it. You can't steal a gift.
A cheap marketing idea for youtube: video someone reading your book before bedtime. They reluctantly put the book down, dim the lights, and fall...
I sure didn't mean to imply you, as published traditionally, have no reason to know your market. We all benefit from knowing our audience. I...
If you are going it alone as an indie, you have to learn about the marketplace. Going the indie route is the same as starting a business; you wear...
The higher cost of POD books is a huge factor in being able to market your book. The price point is high compared to the longer press runs of a...
Being from the printing background, I tend to look at them as printers, which they are. If someone wants to buy their bundles, go ahead. At least...
Hey Ginger, we joined this forum in about the same week. I think I gave you your first "like." Haven't been here in a while. Glad to see you are...
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