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5 Ways to Find a Million Fans for Your Book
Now that you’ve got your book published, you may be questioning what comes next. Now is the time to start shouting from the rooftops about your book because if you don’t tell people about it, they simply won’t know it exists. And contrary to popular belief, just because your book is available on Amazon doesn’t mean it will show up in millions of Amazon searches. Your goal is to find readers and raving fans, so let’s talk about how to get a million fans for your new book, shall we?
Part of becoming an author these days also means becoming a marketing expert. Hiring a public relations firm is certainly one option, but for many authors — especially first time authors — PR firms are not budget-friendly. The key is to gain national recognition and get your name in front of as many people as possible, which requires writing pitches to those who have access to your ideal audience.
- Schedule a national book tour. This type of scheduling requires lots of footwork and research mixed in with some travel expertise to be successful. Target big box bookstores as well as independent bookstores in areas where your ideal readers are located. Bookstores are interested in how your book will bring people in to their stores so include a synopsis of your book in your pitch. Also outline your social media plans and how your plan will align with their current social…
