Marco Mancinelli
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A.G. Riddle:
Dear Mr Riddle, I self published 3 novels and this is the time for me to start with a massive marketing campaign. I spent many hours in the covers books planning. In your experience, how much is important a good cover, view of the fact that the books will be shown on big online markets, like amazon, with many others? How much this was important for your books success? Thanks for your time. Marco from Italy.
A.G. Riddle
Hi Marco,
Congratulations on completing three novels. That in itself is a huge accomplishment.
I think a professional looking cover is very important in attracting readers since there are so many books on the market. If a reader is looking for a new book on Amazon for example and don't have a specific author or title in mind, they are probably reviewing lists of novels and you definitely want to stand out in the sea of novels. I think investing in your covers is a wise choice. I wouldn't spend thousands on the covers but make a sound investment in order to allow your novels to stick out in the crowd.
I also think having an editor is another key component. Readers will certainly thank you for it. Having a good description on whatever platform you use will also help readers to pull the trigger on your book if you've already enticed them with your cover.
Wishing you the best.
Take care,
Gerry
Congratulations on completing three novels. That in itself is a huge accomplishment.
I think a professional looking cover is very important in attracting readers since there are so many books on the market. If a reader is looking for a new book on Amazon for example and don't have a specific author or title in mind, they are probably reviewing lists of novels and you definitely want to stand out in the sea of novels. I think investing in your covers is a wise choice. I wouldn't spend thousands on the covers but make a sound investment in order to allow your novels to stick out in the crowd.
I also think having an editor is another key component. Readers will certainly thank you for it. Having a good description on whatever platform you use will also help readers to pull the trigger on your book if you've already enticed them with your cover.
Wishing you the best.
Take care,
Gerry
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Richard Milter
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A.G. Riddle:
I finally received the third book in your series. My whole public library system did not carry your books, until I (and I am sure others) requested that they purchase your books. Now they have many copies of all your books. Two of my favorite characters are the two little boys. Where did you get the inspiration for the two little math whizzes that are autistic? I'm a fan and will read any future fiction from you.
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