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
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Dec 13, 2017 • 25min
115 – Why Traditional Authors should NEVER pay for marketing
Publishers pressure novelists to build a platform. Many authors see spending money on book marketing as part of the job. Here's why that's a mistake.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 115 – Why Traditional Authors should NEVER pay for marketing appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Dec 6, 2017 • 19min
114 – Five Kinds of Author Homepages
Different kinds of authors need different things from their home pages. Make sure you have the right kind of homepage for your author website. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 114 – Five Kinds of Author Homepages appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Nov 29, 2017 • 37min
113 – Content Marketing With Joanna Penn
New York Times Bestselling Indie Author Joanna Penn talks about how novelists can use content marketing to promote your book.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 113 – Content Marketing With Joanna Penn appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Nov 22, 2017 • 30min
Where to Build Your Platform As an Unpublished Novelist
Now is the best time to start building your platform. Learn what to work on and what not to waste your time on.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post Where to Build Your Platform As an Unpublished Novelist appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Nov 15, 2017 • 30min
How to Write Bestselling Back Cover Copy
Your book’s front cover may get someone’s attention, but the back cover copy gets their money. That copy can make or break your marketing efforts. Learn how to write amazing copy.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How to Write Bestselling Back Cover Copy appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Nov 8, 2017 • 21min
110 – 11 Ways Proven to Draw Readers to Your Novel’s Website
In this podcast episode, we tell you what will thrill your readers on your author website and make them want to come back.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 110 – 11 Ways Proven to Draw Readers to Your Novel’s Website appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Nov 1, 2017 • 26min
12 Chrome Extensions Every Author Needs
If you’re using regular Chrome you are missing out. In this episode, we talk about 12 extensions to help make you a more productive, better writer.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 12 Chrome Extensions Every Author Needs appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Oct 25, 2017 • 20min
How Free Pulsing Can Help You Sell More Books with Jamie Foley
Free pulsing is a special way to make your book free for one day that can dramatically boost book sales. But only if you do it correctly.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post How Free Pulsing Can Help You Sell More Books with Jamie Foley appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Oct 18, 2017 • 34min
Book Cover Mistakes That Sabotage Sales
Any one of these 11 book cover mistakes could ruin all your other book marketing efforts. Learn how to avoid them.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post Book Cover Mistakes That Sabotage Sales appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
Oct 11, 2017 • 28min
10 Things Every Book Cover Needs
Your book cover is your biggest marketing asset. It can make or break your book. In this episode, we discuss the necessary elements for a successful cover.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 10 Things Every Book Cover Needs appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
