Novel Marketing
Thomas Umstattd Jr.
The longest-running book marketing podcast in the world. This is the show for writers who want to build their platform, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about. Whether you self publish or are with a traditional house, this podcast will make book promotion fun and easy. Thomas Umstattd Jr. interviews publishers, indie authors, and bestselling traditional authors about how to get published and sell more books.
Episodes
Mentioned books
11 snips
May 31, 2023 • 39min
How to Hook Readers in the First 50 Pages
Learn how to optimize that tiny window to grab your reader within the first 50 pages and convince them to finish your book.You can listen to the blog post version of this episode HERE.The post How to Hook Readers in the First 50 Pages appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
May 24, 2023 • 39min
The Amazing Power of Reader Surveys
Find out why and how creating a reader survey can improve and transform your writing and relationship with readers.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post The Amazing Power of Reader Surveys appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
May 17, 2023 • 26min
How to Get Good Website Stats
Two important tools will help you see your website's stats clearly. Find out which tools you need and what they tell you.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How to Get Good Website Stats appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
May 10, 2023 • 42min
How to Turn a Podcast Episode into a Blog Post
Learn how turning your podcast content into a blog post can benefit you, your readers, and your website, and discover tools to help you get it done. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How to Turn a Podcast Episode into a Blog Post appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
May 3, 2023 • 28min
How to Thrive as an Author in Your Twilight Years
Learn how to clarify your writing goals, avoid damaging shortcuts, and write a book in retirement. You're never too old to start writing.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How to Thrive as an Author in Your Twilight Years appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Apr 26, 2023 • 30min
How to Find Your Timothy
One person's opinion about your book is more important than anyone else's. Discover who it is and how to find them before you publish.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How to Find Your Timothy appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Apr 19, 2023 • 42min
How to Take Advantage of Email Drip Marketing as an Author
Find out what to write in your first emails to new subscribers so they're thrilled to read your emails and reluctant to unsubscribe.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How to Take Advantage of Email Drip Marketing as an Author appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Apr 12, 2023 • 41min
How to Convince Readers to Read *Your* Book Next
Learn five steps to creating a compelling pitch that will pique the interest of publishers, agents, editors and readers. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How to Convince Readers to Read *Your* Book Next appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Apr 5, 2023 • 34min
How to Nail a Hostile Media Interview
Don't shy away from a potentially hostile interview. Instead, follow these tips to give the journalist what you want them to publish.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How to Nail a Hostile Media Interview appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Mar 29, 2023 • 47min
How to Always Write Better Than Chat GPT
You have a major advantage over AI writing tools like GPT-4 and ChatGPT. Learn how to discover and leveraging your edge in your genre.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How to Always Write Better Than Chat GPT appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
