
 Behind the Book Cover
 Behind the Book Cover Selling Your Book Traditionally After Self-Publishing with David Nihill
 Jul 5, 2023 
 David Nihill, a bestselling author and comedian from Dublin, shares his journey from self-publishing to securing a traditional book deal. He reveals powerful book launch strategies and the importance of assembling an effective launch team. With humor, he discusses the challenges of forming a book review team and navigating complex pre-order processes. Nihill emphasizes the benefits of self-publishing, the necessity of community support, and the impact of data on marketing. His insights are a treasure trove for aspiring authors looking to succeed! 
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Record Audiobook Early
- Record your audiobook before finalizing your written manuscript.
- This helps identify improvements since you'll read your work aloud and catch issues.
Leverage Launch Teams
- Build a launch team by inviting interested contacts to receive advance copies.
- Personalize emails and follow up to encourage honest reviews.
Easy Reviews Encourage Participation
- Ask your launch team to leave short reviews without pressure for length.
- Allow them to edit reviews later to make it less intimidating to start.


