5 Essential Book Marketing Tips

Whether you are a traditionally published or self-published author, daydreaming about your bestseller is not an option. As soon as you have a release date, it’s time to get down to the business of book promotion.

by Power Circle Expert, Tyora Moody, tyoramoody.com

Here are five (5) simple book marketing tips:

1) Start Early!
While you are writing the book, marketing should be considered. What are some themes or current issues that generate discussion or attract the media? Keep a notebook of ideas. As you draw closer to your release, use an editorial calendar so you are aware of special events, holidays, etc.

2) Create a Website
Create a website first, then social media profiles and pages. Your professional website is the hub of your online presence. It’s the one central location (that you own) where you can keep a downloadable media kit, free excerpts or send readers to sign-up for your mailing list.

3) Join Social Networks
When you spend time building relationships using social media platforms, you have the potential to attract a readership or influencers for your book. Remember, the best form of advertisement is word of mouth. Now don’t overwhelm yourself. Start with two. Or even one. Study the best times to post and be creative.

4) Seek Book Reviews
Family and friends are nice, but build teams of support by connecting with book bloggers and reviewers. Be sure to have review copies or galleys at least 3-6 months before book release, both ebook and hard copies.

5) Market Your Book Consistently
I want to encourage you to spend anywhere from ten to thirty minutes each day on book marketing. You can use this time to brainstorm new ideas and evaluate what did or didn’t work. As an offline example, you can use the time to hand-out postcards or bookmarks at an event. Or spend quality time online scheduling posts or tweets to social networks. Stay consistent with your book marketing. You can do it!

Let Tyora teach you more about book marketing online via our upcoming Books.Buzz.Business Webinar Conference. Get your virtual ticket and/or listen to the replays here.

Tyora Moody is an author and literary entrepreneur. Her debut novel, When Rain Falls, was released March 2012 (Urban Christian). She is the 2013 Urban Literary Awards Debut Author Winner and 2013 Urban Literary Awards Mystery/Thriller/Suspense Winner. As a literary-focused entrepreneur, she has assisted countless authors with developing an online presence via her company, TywebbinCreations.com. Popular services include online publicity, social media management, book trailers and book covers.