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Author Education: A Crucial Investment

by Penny Sansevieri

Author education is a topic that often gets overlooked in the creative process, but it's a vital aspect that can significantly impact an author's success in the industry. Today, we're diving into why educating yourself as an author is crucial and how it can save you both time and money in the long run.… Read the post

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15 Smart Author Marketing Strategies to Use in 2024

by Penny Sansevieri

Blocks saying 2024, goal, plan, action are surrounded by festive lights

When someone mentions book author marketing strategies, it sounds complicated and expensive, but it doesn’t have to be! In fact, some of the best things you can do to boost book sales are free! For the new year, work smarter, not harder.… Read the post

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7 Creative Ways to Boost Book Sales Locally

by Penny Sansevieri

Selling books at a fair

For most authors, doing local promotion is low on the list of things they’re doing to market their books. And while national media and nationally focused marketing strategies are important, don't overlook the power of local marketing. By targeting your community, you can tap into the support of local businesses, libraries, and media outlets, creating lasting partnerships and gaining exposure for your work.… Read the post

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8 Mistakes You’re Making on Your Author Website

by Penny C. Sansevieri

The best author websites are often the most simple. You don’t need flashy fonts or expensive designs.

Overcomplicating your website with these pricey add-ons can often lead to the opposite of what you’re expecting: fewer sales.

Here are eight common mistakes authors make on their websites and how to avoid them to get better sales on your book.… Read the post

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5 Reasons Your Amazon Ads Aren’t Drawing in Readers

by Penny C. Sansevieri

On a light blue background are the words Market Your Books above a megaphone in the lower left corner shooting 5-point yellow stars toward the upper right corner. In the lower right corner is the word Better.

With new books of every genre being added to Amazon daily, it’s crucial that you understand what makes for good book promotion on the platform and what you can be doing better. A lot of authors begin an Amazon ad campaign without learning trends, updates, and all that goes into a well-performing campaign.… Read the post

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