Would your author website pass the blink test? According to marketing specialists, you have about three seconds—the approximate amount of time before one blink—for visitors to judge your website and decide whether to stay or move on. If the answer is "no," your...
Your author website does more than brand you as an author or showcase your works—it's also a resource for readers interested in getting to know you as a person. Do you kayak? Who are your favorite authors? These are fun facts your followers will enjoy learning about...
We've put together a list of important online publishing dos and don'ts to help writers navigate the exciting world of online publishing. Be sure to share this timely advice with other writers by linking, pinning, and sharing this very informative infographic!...
Proactive writers with their fingers on the pulse of current publishing industry trends know an author website is a crucial element of an effective author platform. But with so many author websites out there, how do you build a site that is informative and...
Welcome to September’s Links Roundup! This month, you’ll find helpful tips to fight procrastination, learn how to develop a sustainable marketing strategy, see why everyone's raving about Pinterest, and maybe even land yourself a blogging job! Whether you create your...
Are you ready for your close-up? Having a video of yourself on your author website home page will increase the length of time that a visitor spends on your site. A video will help build a sense of trust between you and your audience. When fans feel they know...
A stale, stagnant author website is sure to leave your visitors with a bad taste in their mouths and a poor opinion of you and your writing. Instead of seeing you as an interesting author who understands how to interact with his or her readers, you'll seem more like...
You’re ready to launch your author website—it's time to party! And the best way to celebrate and get eager visitors lining up at your virtual door is to invite everyone to a fun-filled virtual launch party. Pre-Launch Prep For Your Virtual Launch Party Schedule a date...
The eyes of a search engine are upon you. Any metadata you provide, it’s gonna see. When you have an author website, look behind you. ’Cause that’s where the search engine’s gonna be. Search engines, such as Google, are changing their algorithms all the time. So if...
As an author, having a clear, easily identified writing brand will help you successfully market your work. When you can be recognized by the topic, genre, or unique quality of your writing, your audience will be able to immediately distinguish you from other authors....
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