Social Media for Today's Writer

The Writer's Bookshelf #1

by Edie Melson, DiAnn Mills

SOCIAL MEDIA is an important part of every writer's tool kit. But unless a writer knows how to use it, social media can be frustrating. Without the proper knowledge, writers can waste both time and effort. WHILE THERE'S NOT a one-size-fits-all answer to using social media to build connections with readers, there are principles that apply to all circumstances to help writers connect with their audience. This book will help every writer

Genres: Christian, Writing

140 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2020

About the author

Edie Melson is a woman of faith with ink-stained fingers who has been known to announce that she's creative out of self-defense. With an artist-mother and musician-turned-photographer-father, she'd have been a disgrace if she hadn’t been true to her own brand of creativity. She’s a writer who feels lost without her camera and a reluctant speaker who loves to encourage an audience. And she embraces the ultimate contradiction of being an organized creative. 
 
As an instructor, she’s encouraged and challenged audiences across the country and around the world. Her numerous books, including the award-winning Soul Care series, reflect her passion to help others develop the strength of their God-given gifts and apply them to their lives. She lives in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains where she spends time off hiking with her husband and her camera. Connect with her on www.EdieMelson.com and through social media.

Reviews

[Melissa Henderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Informative book. Great to use as a resource and reminder.

[Payton Tilley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was SUCH a helpful book for me, as I have no great social media experience. Totally worth it if you need help building a professional author brand. Thanks so much DiAnn and Edie!

[Robin Densmore Fuson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is perfect to have everything in one book. I highlighted and marked pages to keep as reference. Great job, DiAnn and Edie!

[Susan Anderson Misey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This is just what I needed as a writer of a certain age. In my family/friend-life, I am fairly adept at social media and yet a somewhat reluctant poster. (We all have peops in our life who overpost and share questionable material, which makes us proceed with caution, eh?) So when I thought about how I can start posting as a soon-to-be debut novelist, it gave me pause. I'm overwhelmed by the how, what, when, where to post. This book covers it all and has given me a better idea how to structure my approach to it and what on earth to say that will not be self-serving. Highly recommend.

[Sherrinda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this was a thought provoking book on social media and writers. I learned some new things about various social media outlets and was given suggestions to make the whole process easier. I especially loved the downloads available to those who purchase the book. These downloads lead you through the process and gives you tools to stay organized in your planning and executing your social media plan. Well done.

[Sally Cressman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a practical guide for the not-so-savvy. I'm trying out several of their tips and seeing progress. Don't forget to check out the appendix in the back. Downloadable and updated resources are available for free.

[Jill K Willis · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a tremendous help. As a writer, I've found that managing social media can be very time consuming. The author has helped streamline my work processes, and I'm keeping it within arm's reach as reference.

[Karley Conklin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some great tips for writers trying to build an online platform!

[Robin Meade · Rating 5 out of 5]

Edie and Dian really lay out what is needed for a good social media groove in this book.

[John Grigsby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a good basics book. There is not enough room to go into great depth on each topic, but the basics are explained in a simple way and you are encouraged to go and do it!