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Whole Book Marketing: An Indie Author's Guide to Selling Books
Are you an indie author struggling to sell fiction novels? Is marketing your book overwhelming to you? Are you wanting to start buying ads, but don't know where to begin?If you answered yes to any of these questions, this is the book for you. Let NYT's and USA Today bestselling author Victorine E. Lieske walk you through the process of learning what marketing is, and how to do it effectively. Victorine will tell you all the things she's tried that haven't worked, to save you the time and hassle. Don't make the same mistakes she did. Learn from someone who has been there and done it.
In this book you'll
What marketing is, and what you need to know in order to sell books.Why defining your genre is so important, and how to do so.What different audiences are and why you need to know which audience you're marketing to.The best ways to find your audience.Why people buy books, and how this helps you.How to get people to subscribe to your newsletter.Best practices for writing a blurb.Amazon algorithms and why they are important.What an author platform is and what you should be doing with it.Victorine's tips on buying ads.What to do when nothing works.And more!Marketing your book doesn't have to take hours and hours. It doesn't have to be a daunting task. You don't have to feel like you're wasting time and nothing is working. Let this book help you discover what the top indies are doing to sell so many books. Order your copy today!
In this book you'll
What marketing is, and what you need to know in order to sell books.Why defining your genre is so important, and how to do so.What different audiences are and why you need to know which audience you're marketing to.The best ways to find your audience.Why people buy books, and how this helps you.How to get people to subscribe to your newsletter.Best practices for writing a blurb.Amazon algorithms and why they are important.What an author platform is and what you should be doing with it.Victorine's tips on buying ads.What to do when nothing works.And more!Marketing your book doesn't have to take hours and hours. It doesn't have to be a daunting task. You don't have to feel like you're wasting time and nothing is working. Let this book help you discover what the top indies are doing to sell so many books. Order your copy today!
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Published September 30, 2020
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September 28, 2020
This book is loaded with useful nuggets for new indie authors and helpful reminders for more experienced writers. The wealth of information provided is organized, easy to understand, and relevant. The author openly shares what works for her and what doesn't in her book business. If you are looking for actionable, replicable ways to help your ideal audience find your books, dive into this practical guide. Cheers to your success!
December 21, 2020
A must read for indie authors. Victorine and the other Writing Gals have been so instrumental to my growth as an indie author. Don't hesitate, get this book if you're looking to level up your game!
January 10, 2021
An excellent resource for new authors. It's a great overview of marketing that will get you started on the right path. It's a must-read.
February 16, 2021
Very insightful
I recommend this book for all fiction authors. It is very straightforward and doesn’t sugar coat the advice. #MustRead 📚⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I recommend this book for all fiction authors. It is very straightforward and doesn’t sugar coat the advice. #MustRead 📚⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
October 6, 2020
I’ve read Victorine’s other books on craft, so I knew this book would be filled with nuggets. She didn’t disappoint. As a relatively new author, I found so many tips I can put in into practice today.
August 18, 2024
Helpful Tips for Indie Authors!
This is a phenomenal book written by an author! It talks about everything a new Indie Author should think about when writing and marketing their book! I found it most helpful to know my genre, write better book blurbs when books aren't selling, rankings on the Amazon book page and Amazon ads. Highly recommend this book full of helpful tips.
This is a phenomenal book written by an author! It talks about everything a new Indie Author should think about when writing and marketing their book! I found it most helpful to know my genre, write better book blurbs when books aren't selling, rankings on the Amazon book page and Amazon ads. Highly recommend this book full of helpful tips.
January 26, 2022
Like many Indie Authors, I am constantly on the look out for craft books to actually improve my writing acumen, and marketing books to improve how I get my books to the market. When I saw this title, written by an award-winning Indie Author, I decided to give it a try.
Although most of what I read was a refresher for me, it was still good information. An Indie Author who is new to this process would find the guidance offered here to be very beneficial. The author explains things plainly, with examples along the way. Each chapter has a nice summary of the most impactful points.
I don't agree with the author's suggestion that Indie Authors should ignore print sales, and all but abandon in-person events like readings and signings at bookshops and festivals... but if you go in reading the book with the understanding that she is not negating those activities entirely, they just don't work for her... the rest of the pages are easier to get through. (Personally, I love in-person sales opportunities... but that's me.)
I most appreciated the insights into advertising on Amazon. This book is unapologetically in favor of selling E-Books over nearly every other medium or platform, and the tips she offers were helpful for me, as this is an area in which I have been lacking in my own marketing efforts. Her suggestions for launch timelines and advertising strategies were interesting, and I thought, worth testing.
This was not the “magic key” Indie Authors are hoping for, but certainly, it is a worthwhile read.
Although most of what I read was a refresher for me, it was still good information. An Indie Author who is new to this process would find the guidance offered here to be very beneficial. The author explains things plainly, with examples along the way. Each chapter has a nice summary of the most impactful points.
I don't agree with the author's suggestion that Indie Authors should ignore print sales, and all but abandon in-person events like readings and signings at bookshops and festivals... but if you go in reading the book with the understanding that she is not negating those activities entirely, they just don't work for her... the rest of the pages are easier to get through. (Personally, I love in-person sales opportunities... but that's me.)
I most appreciated the insights into advertising on Amazon. This book is unapologetically in favor of selling E-Books over nearly every other medium or platform, and the tips she offers were helpful for me, as this is an area in which I have been lacking in my own marketing efforts. Her suggestions for launch timelines and advertising strategies were interesting, and I thought, worth testing.
This was not the “magic key” Indie Authors are hoping for, but certainly, it is a worthwhile read.
May 8, 2021
Ms. Lieske packs a ton of information into her book.
It is well laid out, organized, concise, and each section comes with a summary of the main points for easy reference. Links are included to relevant information. Her voice is a delight and feels like you're listening to a friend and mentor who genuinely wants to help you get your books into your reader's hands.
If you're an independent author, this is a must read when it comes to marketing your books.
It is well laid out, organized, concise, and each section comes with a summary of the main points for easy reference. Links are included to relevant information. Her voice is a delight and feels like you're listening to a friend and mentor who genuinely wants to help you get your books into your reader's hands.
If you're an independent author, this is a must read when it comes to marketing your books.
February 6, 2022
Solid realistic advice
Although a bit chatty, Her Marketing advice is solid and realistic. In a time of intense competition among self spinning authors, The author pulls no punches about the detail and effort for those writing to market-- a good lesson for players in the game. The process and planning ongoing campaigns is clear, concise, honest and helpful. The FAQ covered a lot of ground.
Although a bit chatty, Her Marketing advice is solid and realistic. In a time of intense competition among self spinning authors, The author pulls no punches about the detail and effort for those writing to market-- a good lesson for players in the game. The process and planning ongoing campaigns is clear, concise, honest and helpful. The FAQ covered a lot of ground.
December 22, 2022
Great information
If you're a new author or one who's been struggling with marketing, this book has some great information.
The author's style is very no-nonsense and she's clear that the information she's providing is what she's either proven to work or seen work for other authors.
As with all things, be guided by the information here and experiment to figure out what works for you or what you're willing to do
If you're a new author or one who's been struggling with marketing, this book has some great information.
The author's style is very no-nonsense and she's clear that the information she's providing is what she's either proven to work or seen work for other authors.
As with all things, be guided by the information here and experiment to figure out what works for you or what you're willing to do
February 7, 2022
Although a bit chatty, her marketing advice is solid and realistic. In a time of intense competition among self pubbing writers, the author pulls no punches about the detail and effort for those writing to market-- a good lesson for players in the game. The process and planning ongoing campaigns is clear, concise, honest and helpful. The FAQ covered a lot of ground.
October 30, 2022
Great guide for indie authors
Victorine has written a compassionate, yet no-nonsense, guide for struggling indie authors. My debut novel did not sell well 8 years ago, so I plan to employ her strategies with the release of my prequel in spring 2023. Hoping for better results this time!
Victorine has written a compassionate, yet no-nonsense, guide for struggling indie authors. My debut novel did not sell well 8 years ago, so I plan to employ her strategies with the release of my prequel in spring 2023. Hoping for better results this time!
May 28, 2023
An insightful read!
I wasn't sure if I was going to like this book and wondered if it was just another author trying to make quick money. I was highly surprised that some of the suggestions have so far worked. One thing that I did notice is that this book is based solely around ebooks alone. I'll definitely be trying out some more of the suggestions in due course. Thanks.
I wasn't sure if I was going to like this book and wondered if it was just another author trying to make quick money. I was highly surprised that some of the suggestions have so far worked. One thing that I did notice is that this book is based solely around ebooks alone. I'll definitely be trying out some more of the suggestions in due course. Thanks.
June 4, 2023
I enjoyed this book by Victorine E. Lieske. She had a lot of practical advise. There were many chapters, and I learned something from every one of them. She had a direct way of talking, which I appreciated. In others words, she didn't beat around the bush about marketing techniques that didn't work.
March 27, 2021
Ask someone who knows
Victorine gives good advice based on her own extensive and successful experience. She has been there and is truthful about what actually works and more importantly what doesn't.
Victorine gives good advice based on her own extensive and successful experience. She has been there and is truthful about what actually works and more importantly what doesn't.
March 6, 2023
very informative
This is a must read for anyone looking to market and advertise their books. Vicrorine Lieske has provided so many ways a writer can market their books to become successful.
This is a must read for anyone looking to market and advertise their books. Vicrorine Lieske has provided so many ways a writer can market their books to become successful.
January 6, 2021
Zipped through this and will reference it again. Includes advice, tips, and a few secrets about which I had no idea.
February 13, 2021
Very Insightful!
A book filled with a lot of common sense knowledge. Follow this advice and you will have a better chance of selling your book.
A book filled with a lot of common sense knowledge. Follow this advice and you will have a better chance of selling your book.
April 27, 2021
great book for marketing and thinking about the book as a whole. Great tips and advice. Every author is going to have their own path for sure, but this one is good to read.
June 30, 2021
Definitely recommend for a newer author.
March 31, 2023
Great Information
This book gives you steps to follow to reach your goal. It’s easy to read and the information is very practical.
This book gives you steps to follow to reach your goal. It’s easy to read and the information is very practical.
June 23, 2023
Great information, clearly stated.
February 29, 2024
Helpful
Helpful for a new author! Those more experienced may also find a few great refreshers or new info. Love Victorine!
Helpful for a new author! Those more experienced may also find a few great refreshers or new info. Love Victorine!
May 23, 2024
I'm going to try all this. It was a very sensible and approaching book. It out me some things on perspective. I'll tell you in a year.
December 30, 2023
didn’t work for me
I tried what the author wrote about before and after I read the book. Little of it worked. Ads never recouped costs. Social media posts get likes and no sales. The things in this book may have worked for the author. Formulas don’t work for me. My books are not written to market and they sell. They have specific themes that resonate across what are called genre. I reject compartmentalizing books. It creates clicks and silos that drive people apart. Instead of bringing us together as a society. To prioritize commerce over art is one of the factors leading to the decay we experience today where no one can speak with anyone because people are shouting down each other. This book perpetuate this sort of social sicknesses and none of the suggestions resulted in increased sales.
I tried what the author wrote about before and after I read the book. Little of it worked. Ads never recouped costs. Social media posts get likes and no sales. The things in this book may have worked for the author. Formulas don’t work for me. My books are not written to market and they sell. They have specific themes that resonate across what are called genre. I reject compartmentalizing books. It creates clicks and silos that drive people apart. Instead of bringing us together as a society. To prioritize commerce over art is one of the factors leading to the decay we experience today where no one can speak with anyone because people are shouting down each other. This book perpetuate this sort of social sicknesses and none of the suggestions resulted in increased sales.
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