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July 22, 2018
Play to Your Strengths
When it comes to building a brand, it's important to play to your strengths. But when I present this idea to authors, their eyes glaze over. So let me break it down for you:
There are a lot of different ways to build an online community, and while the most obvious of these is BE PRESENT, which we have talked about before in other blog posts, being THERE to be found is not enough if you want to build lasting relationships with readers.
So.
Play to your strengths.
Find a way to flaunt your "social...
There are a lot of different ways to build an online community, and while the most obvious of these is BE PRESENT, which we have talked about before in other blog posts, being THERE to be found is not enough if you want to build lasting relationships with readers.
So.
Play to your strengths.
Find a way to flaunt your "social...
July 15, 2018
The Guy in the Bookstore
This one time I was in a bookstore (you're shocked, I know) and I met this guy.
He seemed like a hipster-artist-type by the looks of him; long hair, tattoos and ripped clothes. We got to chatting, and I told him I was an author, and it turned out he was a painter and an author as well. He asked me about my book, and I told him about it, and when he asked me how I was publishing, I told him I was self-publishing.
"I tried that once," he said with reminiscenc...
He seemed like a hipster-artist-type by the looks of him; long hair, tattoos and ripped clothes. We got to chatting, and I told him I was an author, and it turned out he was a painter and an author as well. He asked me about my book, and I told him about it, and when he asked me how I was publishing, I told him I was self-publishing.
"I tried that once," he said with reminiscenc...
July 1, 2018
His and Mine paperback update
Hello lovelies!
This will be a short post, but I just wanted to update everyone on the situation with the paperback of my upcoming book "His and Mine".
For those of you who didn't see it, you can watch the unboxing of the first proof here. There were a few mistakes in the first proof (completely expected; that's what proofs are for, after all!) and I am currently going over the second proof, which will *crosses fingers* have no more issues, and will be the final...
This will be a short post, but I just wanted to update everyone on the situation with the paperback of my upcoming book "His and Mine".
For those of you who didn't see it, you can watch the unboxing of the first proof here. There were a few mistakes in the first proof (completely expected; that's what proofs are for, after all!) and I am currently going over the second proof, which will *crosses fingers* have no more issues, and will be the final...
June 23, 2018
Unboxing the Proof Copy of "His and Mine"
June 17, 2018
Attract (and keep!) Readers: Pinterest
Pinterest has got to be the most underestimated outlet for marketing. Of course we all have Pinterest accounts, and probably spend waaaaay too much time on them, but have you ever thought about it as a marketing tool? Here are a few tips to help you get started:
1. Flaunt your personality
Unlike on Instagram (see last week's post on Instagram marketing here) Pinterest is a place you can let your hair down a bit. Show off your hobbies and interests with interesting...
1. Flaunt your personality
Unlike on Instagram (see last week's post on Instagram marketing here) Pinterest is a place you can let your hair down a bit. Show off your hobbies and interests with interesting...
June 10, 2018
Attract (and keep!) Readers: Instagram
Instagram is an incredibly useful platform for writers! But unfortunately, I have been seeing so many writers struggle to build their platform, so much so that I just want to reach out and give them a hug, and show them an easier way! Instagram marketing does not need to be a blood sweat and tears process!
That's why I have put together this list of tips to hopefully help you grow a beautiful following of excited and supportive fans to help carry you through to your wr...
That's why I have put together this list of tips to hopefully help you grow a beautiful following of excited and supportive fans to help carry you through to your wr...
June 4, 2018
His and Mine: That's a Wrap!
Well...here it is! My blood, sweat and tears. My book. My "His and Mine". My story.
"His and Mine" is now available for pre-order!!! Click here to get it on Amazon now!
If you're new to the "His and Mine" world, here is a bit of info:
Blurb: A raw, unflinching look at mental illness and abuse, this dark but hopeful novel written in verse tells the story of two troubled youths who, in each other, find their pain reflected and, in each other, may find the key to healing. But could anyone ever...
"His and Mine" is now available for pre-order!!! Click here to get it on Amazon now!
If you're new to the "His and Mine" world, here is a bit of info:
Blurb: A raw, unflinching look at mental illness and abuse, this dark but hopeful novel written in verse tells the story of two troubled youths who, in each other, find their pain reflected and, in each other, may find the key to healing. But could anyone ever...
June 3, 2018
What I Read This Month: May
I am setting a new reading goal for myself, starting this month: one non-fiction book and two fiction books per month. I think that's a pretty achievable goal...just not this month apparently, haha!
But without further ado, here is what I read in May 2018:
Heir of Fire
by Sarah J. Maas
Fiction: YA/Fantasy
Check it out on Amazon
I didn't like this one as much as the first two in the series. You can read my full complaint--err, I mean review--on Goodreads.
Shadow and Bone
by Leigh Bardugo
Fi...
But without further ado, here is what I read in May 2018:
Heir of Fire
by Sarah J. Maas
Fiction: YA/Fantasy
Check it out on Amazon
I didn't like this one as much as the first two in the series. You can read my full complaint--err, I mean review--on Goodreads.
Shadow and Bone
by Leigh Bardugo
Fi...
Attracting (and keeping) readers: Mindsets for Successful Social Media Marketing
Marketing can be the most frustrating, confusing, and overwhelming part of the entire writing and publishing process. Trust me, I get it; the business side can be really scary at first. But I am here to tell you that with just a few tips, and a few mindsets to hold onto when it comes to marketing, you can build your platform completely free of cost and establish a genuine, excited, and supportive online readership.
I am going to be doing two blog posts full of tips and...
I am going to be doing two blog posts full of tips and...
May 23, 2018
Read the First Three Chapters of "His and Mine" for Free!
Here they are, the first three chapters of my upcoming YA contemporary novel, "His and Mine"!!!
Here is some info, if you are new to me and/or the "His and Mine" project:
Blurb: A raw, unflinching look at mental illness and abuse, this dark but hopeful novel written in verse tells the story of two troubled youths who, in each other, find their pain reflected and, in each other, may find the key to healing. But could anyone ever truly love you the way you are, darkness and all?
Genre: fictio...
Here is some info, if you are new to me and/or the "His and Mine" project:
Blurb: A raw, unflinching look at mental illness and abuse, this dark but hopeful novel written in verse tells the story of two troubled youths who, in each other, find their pain reflected and, in each other, may find the key to healing. But could anyone ever truly love you the way you are, darkness and all?
Genre: fictio...
