A very popular blogger recently tweeted that she wished “authors would stop acting like they ‘deserve’ a review from a blogger.”
As the Author World Turns on Amazon Book Review Policies
Book reviews can make or break the success of a book. Scratching your head when it comes to Amazon and its review policies?
Where Did the Amazon Reviewers Go? [Updated]
Amazon is REALLY working hard to hide the contact information of book reviewers so how can you reach the reviewers and readers who write reviews?
Understanding the Current “Dos” and “Don’ts” of Amazon Book Reviews
Amazon and Amazon’s rules are changing so fast! We would like to bring you up to date on the current rules and share some guidelines.
How To Update Your Book Without Losing Your Reviews
One of the benefits of being an indie publisher is the ability to update your books whenever you choose. But how do you make changes without losing your reviews and ranking on the various retailers? Is it possible? Like many things in publishing, the answer is it depends.
How to Jumpstart Book Reviews for Self-Published Books
The challenge for self-published authors who have small or nonexistent networks, is to convince readers to add one more title to their to-be-read pile.
Book Reviews for Self-Published Authors: A Primer
It’s never been a better time to be a self-published author, and there have never been more book reviewers available to the writer who decides to go indie. Book reviewers help spread the message about your book by publishing a review to their own network. But if you’re new to publishing, you have to figure […]
Are There Snarky Book Reviews in Your Midst?
Once a writer becomes a published author, the “opinion” floodgates can open. What happens when all of a sudden, ugly reviews surface? What can an author do?
Book Promotion: Do This, Not That – August 2017
Spencer Michaels, author of the popular Twin Flames Trilogy, discusses what he has learned about promoting his latest book to libraries and stores.
Master the Art of Publicity Follow-up with These Simple Tips
Even with the most strategic book marketing plan, you can kiss success goodbye, if you don’t follow up with the people who you want to help you.