It may be true that a picture is worth 1,000 words but what’s proven is that a photo is better than text when it comes to social media engagement.
From Fun to Serious: How I Use Pinterest Differently Now
It’s fine to use Pinterest for the pleasure of finding and sharing images, but you can also use it to refer traffic, sell books, and promote your career.
An Interview with Fauzia Burke, Author of Online Marketing for Busy Authors
Digital branding expert Fauzia Burke gives authors straight answers to their questions about the overwhelming but exciting social media and online marketing options available these days.
Why Building an Email List is Essential for Authors
Why Building an Email List is Essential for Authors explains how authors can use and email list and provides 8 top resources to help
How to Build an Awesome and Relevant Twitter Following in 6 Minutes a Day
How to Build an Awesome and Relevant Twitter Following in 6 Minutes a Day explains a simple method any author can use to quickly build a quality following
Twitter: Choices, Choices, Choices
Twitter: Choices, Choices, Choices because there are so many ways to use this micro-blogging text posting social media site.
Three Keys to Successful Author Blogging
Three Keys to Successful Author Blogging: keeping content focused, having patience and caring for readers, collaborating with other bloggers in your network
10 Steps for Authors Who Want to Get Started on Twitter
Authors Who Want to Get Started on Twitter can follow these simple ten steps to learn how to find people to follow, and how to start building a tribe. Once you identify the thought leaders in your niche, you are on your way to learning the ins and outs of connecting on Twitter.
Tribe
People I talk to look at me strangely when the subject of social media comes up. “Facebook,” someone might say, grimacing. “My kids do that, I think. Not for me, thanks.” A shake of the head. “Well,” I say, “I spend a lot more time on Twitter than Facebook. It’s a great way to meet […]
2010 BAIPA Get Published! Institute – Part 1
I have a particular affection for this all-day workshop that’s held every year by the Bay Area Independent Publishers Association (BAIPA). The event draws people at all stages of independent publishing, from those who are “thinking about it” or “gathering information” to people who are experienced authors and self-publishers, and small publishers as well. It’s […]