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What to Expect as a First-time Author
Learn what to expect as a first-time author, whether you're working with a publisher or self-publishing.

arynvandyke
Apr 6, 20233 min read


5 Book Cover Design Tips for Self-Publishing Authors
Read five book cover design tips to consider when planning your book design.

arynvandyke
Mar 29, 20235 min read


Strategies for Maintaining Consistency on Social Media During a Book Launch
Discover how to create content for social media in six steps and peruse helpful strategies for maintaining consistency.

arynvandyke
Mar 1, 20235 min read


Everything Authors Need to Know About Amazon A+ Content
In this post, I answer “What is Amazon A+ Content?”, explain where it appears, highlight the benefits, and share how to create and upload it

arynvandyke
Feb 22, 20235 min read


6 Qualities an Author Needs to Sell More Books
In this post, I answer “What makes a successful author?” by sharing five qualities you can adopt if you want to sell more books.

arynvandyke
Feb 9, 20235 min read


7 Marketing Tips for Fiction Authors
In this post, I share seven marketing tips for fiction authors to help you have a successful book launch.

arynvandyke
Jan 24, 20237 min read


7 Effective Social Media Strategies for Authors
Discover seven effective social media strategies for authors to build your audience and drive book sales.

arynvandyke
Jan 16, 20235 min read


7 Things Every First-time Author Should Know
Becoming a first-time author can be an overwhelming experience. Discover seven things every first-time author should know.

arynvandyke
Nov 21, 20226 min read


Best Marketing Practices for Authors Using Social Media
Discover strategies for using Instagram, Tik Tok, LinkedIn, and Facebook, including what content to share, how often to post, and ways to en

arynvandyke
Oct 12, 202210 min read


8 Actions to Take if Your Book Isn’t Selling
In this post, I share eight actions to take if your book isn’t selling

arynvandyke
Sep 1, 20225 min read


5 Social Media Post Ideas That Every Author Can Try
Learn why using social media is important, discover five social media post ideas that every author can try.

arynvandyke
Jun 3, 20225 min read


9 Strategies for Marketing Your Book on a Tight Budget
Learn nine helpful strategies for marketing your book on a tight budget, so you can increase exposure and sell more copies.

arynvandyke
May 16, 20227 min read


7 Key Takeaways From the 2022 London Book Fair
A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending the London Book Fair, one of the largest book fairs in the world for authors, agents, and publishers. I attended some excellent sessions, took a lot of notes, and wanted to share 7 key takeaways I learned for authors. #1: Readers connect and buy from authors they love I always tell my clients that the best person to sell your book is you. Regardless of whether you're a self-publishing author or working with a traditional p

arynvandyke
May 2, 20224 min read


How to Identify the Right Target Audience for Your Book
Identifying your target audience can help you write and market a book that reaches and connects with your core readership, driving sales.

arynvandyke
Apr 27, 20225 min read


6 Marketing Strategies to Maximize Your Pre-order Sales
“How many pre-orders should I expect to sell?” and “How can I maximize my pre-order sales?” are two questions that authors frequently ask me

arynvandyke
Mar 23, 20226 min read


How to Build an Author Email List (With Lead Magnet Ideas)
Learn five easy steps to create an author email list, including ideas for lead magnets.

arynvandyke
Mar 22, 20228 min read


7 Reasons Every Author Should Have an Email List
Many authors I work with are eager to learn how they can connect with potential readers on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. While you can find success marketing your book on these platforms, I’d argue that you can sell more books and establish long-term support by building an email list. In this post, I’ll explain what an email list is and share seven reasons why having an author email list is so important when marketing your book. What is an auth

arynvandyke
Mar 7, 20224 min read


7 Marketing Tips for Nonfiction Authors
Marketing a book can seem daunting. Get seven marketing tips for nonfiction authors to help you drive sales.

arynvandyke
Feb 28, 20225 min read
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