

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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Nov 18, 2014 • 26min
055 – Book Scavenger Hunts
A book scavenger hunt is an effective way to connect with authors and new readers. Find out how it works and how you can host your own.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 055 – Book Scavenger Hunts appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show

Nov 17, 2014 • 14min
Authors: Piracy is Not Your Enemy
Many authors are terrified that someone will steal their work. They don't realize their true enemy is obscurity not piracy. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post Authors: Piracy is Not Your Enemy appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show

Nov 4, 2014 • 21min
053 – How to Throw a Facebook Party for Your Book Interview With Nadine Brandes
Show Outline: Here’s the run-down on how I threw the FB Party: What is a Facebook party? How do You prepare? How did you promote? What prizes did you use? How to you run a Facebook party. (Jim) I had a core group of people (~30) on a launch team who committed to attending and […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 053 – How to Throw a Facebook Party for Your Book Interview With Nadine Brandes appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show

Oct 28, 2014 • 23min
052 – To Book Trailer, or Not Book Trailer … that is the question
Book trailers are an interesting animal. Some people swear by them and claim they’re an extremely effective marketing tool, some say they’re a waste of time and money. Listener question from Elizabeth Jane Kitchens author of The Beast’s Enchantress “What’s your opinion of book trailers? Are they worth the effort? Should they be like movie […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 052 – To Book Trailer, or Not Book Trailer … that is the question appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show

Oct 21, 2014 • 22min
051 – Bestseller Marketing Tactics With Brand Manager Kevin Kaiser
Quick Links: GetThisBook.com 1000 True Fans KevinKaiser.co Transcript Thomas Umstattd Jr.: So in this episode, as you’ve probably figured out, we’re going to be talking to Kevin Kaiser. And for those of you who don’t know who Kevin is, Kevin is a marketing guru, one of the guys I respect the most in terms of […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 051 – Bestseller Marketing Tactics With Brand Manager Kevin Kaiser appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show

Oct 14, 2014 • 23min
050 – Q&A Extravaganza #3
This is our 50th episode, and to celebrate we are throw yet another Q&A extravaganza. Questions: Sarena Masco What advice would you give to someone who is in the process of creating two identifying brands for separate fields? For example, one brand would be as a fantasy author and the other as a graphic designer. […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 050 – Q&A Extravaganza #3 appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show

Oct 7, 2014 • 24min
049 – How to Use Crowdfunding to Fund Your Next Book Advance
In this episode we are going to talk about how independent authors can use crowdfunding to promote and pay for their next book. What is crowdfunding? Mary DeMuth’s Story Marci Seither’s Story The Adventures of Pearley Monroe.” Benefits of Crowdfunding: Get money now, deliver the book later. Test your idea. See how much demand there […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 049 – How to Use Crowdfunding to Fund Your Next Book Advance appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show

Sep 30, 2014 • 15min
048 – The Right Way and the Wrong Way to Sign Books
Book signings are likely the most personal connection you’ll have with a reader. Because of that, it’s an important opportunity that could either leave the reader with a memorable experience, or could alienate a new friend. In this episode, we discuss the right way to sign books, so you give your readers an enjoyable moment they’ll remember.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 048 – The Right Way and the Wrong Way to Sign Books appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show

Sep 23, 2014 • 14min
047 – How to Pick the Perfect Genre to Write In
Many writers love to write in multiple genres, is that a good idea? Should they narrow it down? If so, how should a writer pick the one with the best chance of selling? We answer these questions and more in this week’s episode.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 047 – How to Pick the Perfect Genre to Write In appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show

Sep 16, 2014 • 14min
046 – Why You Should Love It When Your Novel Gets Pirated
What if we said that getting your work ripped off could significantly boost your sales? In this episode, we explore why getting stolen from should make your day. [atp_links linktype=”sbutn”]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 046 – Why You Should Love It When Your Novel Gets Pirated appeared first on Author Media.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show