Hashtags are a great way to make your social media posts more discoverable. For social media, a “hashtag” is a # sign followed by words or phrases (#amwriting, #writingcommunity). When clickable, a hashtag allows your followers to track ongoing conversations and sort posts according to interests, and can expand the reach of your posts beyond the fans who already follow you. While hashtags are more popular on some social media platforms than others, they can still boost your post’s reach and engagement in any feed. The social media experts at Web Design Relief have put together a list of the newest, best social media hashtags for writers to help you grow your online audience.

Social Media Hashtags For Writers

Before You Start Posting: Be mindful of how many hashtags you use on each social media platform. For example, as of this writing it is recommended to use three to five hashtags in a post on Instagram or TikTok. Do your research and check out the social media accounts of other authors making similar posts to see how many hashtags they use.

Platform-Specific Hashtags: Some social media platforms have writer (and reader) hashtags that are popular with their followers, such as these examples for Instagram and TikTok:

#AuthorsofIG

#AuthorsofInstagram

#WritersOfIG

#WritersOfInstagram

#BooksOfInsta

#BooksOfInstagram

#bookstagram

#BookstagramFeature

#bookstagrammers

#InstaBook

#InstagramReads

#PoetryCommunityOfInstagram

#PoetryGram

#PoetryInstagram

#PoetsOnInstagram

#ReadersOfInstagram

#WritersOfIG

#WritersOfInstagram

#booktok

#poetrytok

#poetsoftiktok

#writersontiktok

Writing Life Hashtags: The writing community uses these “share the journey” hashtags to share the daily ups and downs of the writing life:

#amwriting

#AuthorSpeaks

#AuthorTip

#AuthorAdvice

#AuthorsHelpingAuthors

#amediting

#AmWritingSciFi

#writerslife

#writingcommunity

#IndieAuthor

#WriterWednesday

#BookAuthor

#bookwritingtip

Writing Motivation Hashtags: These hashtag prompts will help you connect with other writers:

#1K1H (1,000 words in one hour)

#WritingPrompt

#writinginspiration

#StoryStarter

#wordcount

#writingsprint

#WIP

#WritingBlitz

#NaNoWriMo (for the November marathon)

Professional Guidance Hashtags: You’ll discover useful tips and tricks by following these hashtags:

#AskEditor

#AskAgent

#AskAuthor

Genre Writers Hashtags: Follow these genre-related hashtags to keep up with the latest developments in your genre:

#RomanceWriter

#Horror

#YA

#KidLit

#LitFic

#Crime

#Thriller

#Suspense

#DarkFantasy

#SciFiChat

#MGLit (Middle Grade Literature)

#ShortReads

#flashfiction

#ChickLit

#WomensFiction

#HistFic

#RWA (Romance Writers of America)

#NINC (Novelists, Inc.)

#SCBWI ( Society of Children’s Book Writers)

#SFWA (Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America)

Publication Tips Hashtags: The road to publication can seem daunting. These hashtags will help you on your journey:

#PubTip

#AskAuthor

#SelfPub

#SelfPublishing

#QueryTip

#Publishing

#GetPublished

#IndiePub

Bonus Publication “Strike While The Iron’s Hot” Hashtag: #MSWL is short for “Manuscript Wish List.” Editors and agents use this hashtag to draw attention to the types of manuscripts they want to get their hands on. Following #MSWL will help you stay in the know!

Grow Your Author Platform Hashtags: Use these hashtags to boost your post’s reach and connect with interested readers:

#TeaserTuesday

#FridayReads

#FictionFriday

#MustRead

#LitChat

#SampleSunday

#novellines

#AlwaysReading

#AuthorPromo

#AuthorPromotion

#BookCommunity

#ShamelessSelfpromo

Buzz Hashtags: Hashtags can support your book marketing efforts. If you have a launch, a book giveaway, or are offering a limited-time discount, try using these hashtags:

#freebook

#freebie

#freedownload

#BookGiveaway

#99c

#booklaunch

#BookBuzz

#NewBook

#FreebieFriday

#FreeChapters

You’ll find more hashtags for writers here: 55 Social Media Hashtags For Book Authors (And How To Use Them). 

It’s important to have an author website to act as an online hub where you can connect all of your social media platforms to your latest publications, book launches, and events. The web design experts at Web Design Relief can build a website that suits your genre, writing style, personality, and budget. Schedule your free, no-obligation consultation call today!

Question: What hashtags do you use, and on which social media platforms?