http://www.virtuallyinsync.com <br />http://www.castlevirtualsolutions.com (Author's Virtual Assistant) <br />======================================================================As a writer, the process of writing your novel can feel like the most difficult <br />and stressful period, especially with all of the editing and rewrites that will be necessary. <br />However, writing the story is actually easy compared to marketing your new book. Here are <br />7 book marketing tips to help promote your book to commercial success: <br /> <br />1. Shout about it - <br />A book isn't going to promote itself; it might <br />be amazing, but it's not that smart. For your book to really <br />sell, you need to tell people about it. Be proud of your work, <br />and feel confident to big it up. <br /> <br />2. Utilize the Internet <br />The internet has become an incredibly powerful tool to pinpoint and <br />approach your target audience quickly through websites, forums, <br />video and social media. In the real world, you need to chase <br />potential readers, but the Internet draws them all together <br />from right across the globe. <br /> <br />3. Create a solid platform <br />Think about creating a brand that truly represents your book. Blog about <br />your story, write guest posts on other blogs, create press <br />releases, advertise it on Twitter and Facebook and don't forget to <br />include links to it when you comment on other blogs. <br /> <br />4. Reach out <br />As with any business, communication is the key to <br />success. Don't be afraid to talk to people especially through <br />social media, such as Twitter. Make friends with people who share <br />your passion for the written word, and you never know, they might be <br />your next customer. <br /> <br />5. Continue to communicate <br />Once you've made a sale, don't for a minute think that that is your job <br />done. Communication between fans is a crucial part of promotion, <br />because word-of-mouth is another key part of book marketing and <br />promotion. If your fans like you, and find you easy to talk to, they <br />are more likely to talk about you to their friends, encouraging <br />further sales. <br /> <br />6. Research authors <br />Research some of your favorite writers - especially successful ones - and <br />take inspiration from the way that they conduct themselves, promote <br />their books and interact with fans and other authors. <br /> <br />7. Commitment. <br />Above all else, make an active decision to truly commit time and energy to your <br />novel. Think about how much effort went into writing your novel, and <br />put the same amount into marketing it. It will all be worth it, in the end. <br /> <br />If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed, then you may need to consult with an Author's Virtual <br />Assistant. <br /> <br />This video features images by Tim Duncan (Own work) licensed under CC-BY-3.0 and <br />Ubud Writers Festival (Anna Funder Book Signing licensed under CC-BY-2.0
