Archive for August 2016
How to use Pinterest for Branding and Marketing by @melissaflicks
Recently on #BookMarketingChat, we had the pleasure of discussing Pinterest with the brilliant Kate Tilton. Pinterest is an easy option for authors looking to extend their platform, build their brand, and connect with readers. Here are a few tips we chatted about to help you get started: What type of boards and pins should I…
Read MoreThis is Why @Buffer is the Perfect Social Media Manager
*This post is not sponsored by, nor does it contain affiliate links to, Buffer. I just think they’re awesome.* Many authors, both newbies and published, find managing their author platforms on social media overwhelming. And it can be! There are a lot of social media channels – each one important for an author to be…
Read MoreThis is the Reason You Need to Create Visuals Now
Creating visuals is pretty easy, but it’s something many authors are confused about and aren’t sure it’s worth it. According to Buffer, it’s totally worth it. Photos average a 35% boost in retweets (Source: Buffer). Some sources say up to a 150% boost! In addition, Blog posts with images receive 94% more views than those…
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