Free book promotion may seem impossible to some writers, but it is something that you can manage. With today’s widely connected world, it’s important as writers that we take advantage of free resources that will get more eyes on our books.
There is a lot to gain when you take advantage of the various tools, websites, and options available online. This article will help you get the most out of book resources you’re already using daily.
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Your own website is one of the biggest ways to increase sales. You just have to make sure that the site is both appealing and search engine optimized, kicking up traffic and hooking people from the moment that they enter the site. With a design that is intuitive and friendly on the eyes, you will be able to attract more people to your book and bring in far more sales than you could have otherwise. Adding the ability for buyers to purchase books directly from your site will cut out the middle man and leave you with a bigger profit.
Free website resources are WordPress.com, Blogger.com, Tumblr.
You should not underestimate the power of forums, either. Forums of all types can benefit you, giving you more attention and reviews. This applies to both your personal forum and forums related to your book or book’s genre. If you are going to outside forums, make sure that they are your target audience. You do not want to try to appeal to someone who is the least likely to find interest in your book, as this would be a waste of your time.
When you visit these forums remember that you’re there to provide value and not sell books. Selling books is a byproduct of providing value and establishing yourself as an authority around your book’s subject matter.
Other sites in general can be a lot of help for you. Some specialize in book promotion, while others give you the chance to promote yourself. If you are using one of the free book promotion websites, make sure that they are trustworthy and capable. You need to bring in as many eyes as possible. For other sites, like blogs, you will be able to get your creativity flowing while promoting yourself. This will focus on giving your book a boost in attention and appeal.
Do not be afraid to talk. Social media websites exist for you to reach out and speak about everything, including your new book. Make use of this to get people to share, to send out information, and to attract more readers.
Build up your book and yourself with the summaries. When people find these parts appealing, they are going to be more likely to read. This is the hook that drags them in and that makes them want to buy. Make sure that both of them are informative and offer a view that will capture their attention.
Any free book promotion that you try will be ineffective if your book is not easily accessible. Post your book to a website that is widely viewed, trusted, and used in order to bring in mostly positive attention, and a lot of it.
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Thanks Rale, appreciate your comment!