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Author/Reader Events for Marketing
Last night I was a guest on a radio show hosted by Marsha Casper Cook. We spoke a great deal about marketing as an author. I’ve been in this industry a long time and have tried a lot of things, … Continue reading
Advantages of Book Clubs
I love Book Clubs and Reader’s Groups! Last week, I was having a conversation with another author and the subject of Book Clubs came up. He asked what I thought the advantages were to being connected with a book club, and how … Continue reading
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Tagged amwriting, author, author branding, author promotion, book clubs, kelly abell, marketing tips, writing, writing tips
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How Not to Use Not
I spend a great deal of time reading books on writing and I’ve found a gem. I know a lot of famous authors have referred people to this book, and I couldn’t agree more. The book is The Elements of … Continue reading
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Tagged amreading, amwriting, author branding, Author Kelly Abell, editing, editing tips, write better, writing, writing tips
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Graphic Ways to Build Your Brand as an Author
Many authors new to the published scene are astonished at how overwhelming the marketing piece to our industry is. Believe me, I’m still learning! In this blog post, I’m going to post a few tips that are necessary to begin to building … Continue reading
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Tagged amwriting, author, author branding, author promotion, branding, branding tips, kelly abell, marketing, marketing tips, novels, social media, writing, writing better
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To “CON” or “Not To CON”, That Is The Question #awriting #authors
I’m sitting here recovering after my most successful conference attendance as an author since becoming published. I just got back from Authors After Dark 2o15 in Atlanta, and I’ll tell you it was extremely successful. I met a ton of … Continue reading
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Tagged amreading, amwriting, author, author branding, author promotion, blogging, book signings, Conferences, kelly abell, promotion, writing tips
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A Compelling Story Is Not Enough
I started a new book by a new author last night, and while it had a great hook, and the story began with a bang, it is already disappointing. Why? Poor editing. I am so disappointed for this writer. The … Continue reading
Posted in Writing Tips
Tagged amediting, amwriting, author branding, dialogue, editing, editing tips, kelly abell, Point of View, write better, writing, writing advice, writing tips
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Marketing Effectiveness: What’s Worked For Me #amwriting #bookpromotion
In all the years I’ve been an author and involved in the publishing business, I’ve tried just about every form of marketing. I’ve done online marketing through Twitter, Facebook, Goodreads, Google+, Pinterest and more. I’ve done virtual blog tours and … Continue reading
Putting On Your Online Suit – Complaining Authors by Barbara Vey
I happened to read this as a post on Facebook today and thought it was appropriate to share here. As an author you need to remember that you are viewed by your readers as a professional. Social media is a … Continue reading
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Tagged amwriting, author, author branding, author promotion, bad social media etiquette, social media
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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Margaret Millmore Takes On Her Great Nemesis…MARKETING
It’s a little chilly this morning on the porch, but I can’t even complain as I know my brothers and sisters in New England would scoff and laugh me off the porch! My heart goes out to all of you … Continue reading
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Tagged amwriting, author, author branding, author promotion, blogging, Margaret Milmore, marketing, promoting books, What Haunts Me
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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Susanne Matthews – It All Comes Down to Promotions and Reviews
It’s a little breezy and rainy on the porch today so we’re sitting under the covered portion sipping our tea. I’m joined today by Author Susanne Matthews and we’re discussing her writing and how she handles promoting her work and … Continue reading
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