Create Your Author Platform in 10 Steps

Whether you are a seasoned author or just dipping the tip of your toe in the waters of writing your book, it won't be long before you hear that you will need to have an "author platform" if you wish to sell your book with any success. And if you are looking to land a contract with a traditional publisher, having an author platform can mean the difference between being published and not being published. So, what is a platform and what do you need to do to develop one?

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