Author Strategy
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Episode 13: Making Time to Promote and Sell Your Writing
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Unpublished Authors: To Build or Not to Build a Facebook Following?
Introduction If you’re an unpublished author, social media can feel like putting the cart before the horse. Should you invest time in building a Facebook presence before you even have a book? The short answer: maybe—but only if it aligns with your goals and genre. Let’s walk through why building a platform before publication sometimes…
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Episode 12: Substack for Writers: Growing Deeper Connections
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Episode 11: Substack for Writers: A Simple Way to Grow Your Audience
As writers, we’re always asking the same question: how do I find more readers? You might already have a website, maybe a few social media accounts, maybe even a book or two out in the world. But reaching the right people—and keeping them engaged—isn’t easy. That’s where Substack comes in. You’ve probably heard the name…
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Episode 10: The of Power Networking with a Fellow Writer
Writing can sometimes feel like a solitary journey—but networking ensures it doesn’t have to be. One of the most rewarding steps you can take as an author is to connect with another writer who is at a similar point in their career, works in your genre, and whose work you genuinely enjoy. This isn’t about…
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Our September Author Marketing Meeting: How to Build an Email List That Actually Sells Books
You wrote your book, but you also have to sell it. That’s why Current Words Publishing hosts a monthly author marketing meeting, free for all clients. Each month we tackle a practical, real-world challenge that authors face. Book marketing takes time and persistence. Every author I know faces the same challenge: How do I reach…