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In this online-oriented, social media-savvy world, you can be sure literary editors and agents will check out your social media activity. And instead of wandering the library stacks, your next fan may be just a post, tweet, or click away! So how are you coping with...
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Your author website is the online destination for anyone interested in learning more about you and your writing. Typically, you have less than eight seconds to capture your visitors' attention, so you want to feature as much of your best information as possible on...
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If you’re interested in connecting with other writers—and readers!—check out these four social networking websites featuring literary-minded communities offering inspiration and support: 4 Social Networking Websites For Writers 1. Goodreads Goodreads is a virtual...
Writers, let’s face it: Building your fan base requires a great deal of time and energy—resources you’d probably rather devote to your writing. But if you want to successfully promote yourself and your work, it’s essential that you increase your audience. Fortunately,...
Every social network has its own inherent culture and etiquette. If you want your Facebook author page to act as the fan-building machine it's capable of being, you must know how to navigate the unwritten rules of online interaction. Such as: Is it okay to put up a...
Ever wonder why some photos are shared all over social media and others aren’t? The Internet is becoming increasingly visual, so photos that aren’t in focus or don't feature interesting subject matter tend to be overlooked and under-shared. But when you post photos...
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