Message from an Experienced Author

Angel M.B. Chadwick


This is from advice I'd given a young aspiring author, I hope it helps others out there:



You don't have to have money to promote your book. I don't either. I promote it by particular groups on Goodreads that look for author's to promote their work. I put samples of my work on Wattpad to gain an audience there. I do a lot of interviews with bloggers who some of them also review the book.


Building buzz before your books initial release helps also. Networking and building a social connection works and social media is a part of that. But, I suggest you do this network building by sharing common interests with followers on Twitter and Facebook. I've found its better and it may eventually get you a sale or two. I have over a 1,700 Twitter followers and over 300 on Facebook. I talk about my book only a few times but, mostly talk about t.v. shows and movies I shared interest with other Facebook people or Twitter followers, which brings more interest to my Facebook and Twitter pages.


I've been in this writing/author business both on the traditional and indie side (I prefer the indie side by the way) for 25 years. A lot of it takes patience and perseverance. But, networking making connections with readers, bloggers and other authors on a down to earth level is the key. You can never stop networking it's the main thing that will keep you afloat in this business. Also if you make a promise to someone keep it.

That is rare in this business and its invaluable, and paramount. It's how I've been able to preserve and survive this business all these years because of my integrity to my readers, bloggers, and followers. I always keep my promises and I don't make a promise I can't keep.

Also the word "No" is a good procurer for you as a writer. It can keep you grounded and relevant when there are people demanding more than you feel you can handle. Also there will be haters don't let them discourage you.

A thick skin and an even thicker skin is needed for this business. It's how I've maintained my place in this writing/publishing world. Also be humble and keep your eye on the prize, run your own race.