Many writers and publishers want to focus on getting their work out there and making sure it’s best quality possible. But few will have an instantly successful book without taking the time to do some promotion. But how can you make sure you find the time without making it a full-time job?
>> Create A Task List
Break down and prioritize the essential promotional tasks. Spend 2-3 times a week doing a few tasks each day. If you’d like a modular and effective system to follow, check out 21 Day Book Promotion.
>> Outsource And Automate What You Can
Many promotional tasks, such as writing and distributing a press release about your book, can be outsourced. And when you find the best person for the job, you can use them for future tasks as well. It’s often worth spending some time setting up a task to be completed by someone else then it is constantly having to do it yourself.
Create A Swipe File
Here are some great blogs which can inspire your promotions. Subscribe in a feed or make sure you visit occasionally to find some fantastic promotional ideas you can implement for your own books.
>> The Bookmark-Worthy Self-Publishing/Promotional Blog Resource List:
- KarenBaney.com
- BuildBookBuzz.com
- SavvySelfPublishing.com
- WritersWin.com
- WriteNowCoach.com
- BookMarketingMadeEasy.com
- 30DayBooks.com
Note: Should you find that you have a particular favorite self-publishing/self-promotional e-book blog or website that you don’t see listed here, please share in the comments section!
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