tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post32936110780759377..comments2024-03-24T20:54:42.846-04:00Comments on Spunk On A Stick's Tips: Book Promotions - What Has Worked For You?L. Diane Wolfehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06425864276166334896noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-29318557235148113272012-06-05T17:29:52.452-04:002012-06-05T17:29:52.452-04:00I feel I have everything to learn and little to sh...I feel I have everything to learn and little to share. Can't wait to read all the suggestions.Susan Gourley/Kelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02669793865290876168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-89779608157798764422012-06-05T17:23:52.236-04:002012-06-05T17:23:52.236-04:00I was recently at a flea market and an author had ...I was recently at a flea market and an author had a table set up and was signing copies.Gossip_Grlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06603645371306284338noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-74254498011555342592012-06-05T09:34:22.607-04:002012-06-05T09:34:22.607-04:00I can only comment as a buyer. I look for a storyl...I can only comment as a buyer. I look for a storyline that interests me. It doesn't have to be long. A review that demonstrates solid reasons to read the book is helpful, but not necessary.<br /><br />BTW I enjoyed reading about the new Google Search from the previous post. Very interesting stuff.Tamara Narayanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03725262301091012950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-89777202926669501182012-06-05T08:55:51.591-04:002012-06-05T08:55:51.591-04:00The things that have worked for me are those that ...The things that have worked for me are those that are fun, don't scream 'buy me!' and that make it easy for people to enter!Talli Rolandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04780882465745107715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-50126573632283544152012-06-04T20:59:07.107-04:002012-06-04T20:59:07.107-04:00I'm still looking for that golden ticket. :) I...I'm still looking for that golden ticket. :) I'll be watching and seeing what others have to say. I wish I had an answer. A lot of hard work is all I can say.Ciarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15628488753277495111noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-67995950592103091202012-06-04T20:12:29.339-04:002012-06-04T20:12:29.339-04:00I'm gearing up right now to promote my forthco...I'm gearing up right now to promote my forthcoming book to be released in October. I'm not sure what's working and what's not. I'm blogging as much as I can and Facebooking, Tweeting, using Goodreads, whatever outlet I can. I'll be looking to folks like you to let me know what else I should and can be doing.Nancy Thompsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05735642863696266005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-28716979816019503812012-06-04T14:29:59.915-04:002012-06-04T14:29:59.915-04:00Well, I'm not there yet but I love soaking up ...Well, I'm not there yet but I love soaking up the wisdom of everyone else's experience.LD Mastersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01202135756299574972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-15049288168020462652012-06-04T14:21:47.043-04:002012-06-04T14:21:47.043-04:00I'm still searching for the best way to promot...I'm still searching for the best way to promote my books. I do all the usual blogging stuff. Giveaways have resulted in some nice reviews. When I purchase a book, it's usually because a friend recommends it, or I've read such good things about the book I must try it.<br /><br />About the snake. I leave them alone, if they'll leave me alone. They aren't my favorite animal.Beverly Stowe McClurehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02176195451841801819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-1327112035488926902012-06-04T13:50:29.983-04:002012-06-04T13:50:29.983-04:00Alex, it sure works for you.
Lynn, wish I'd m...Alex, it sure works for you.<br /><br />Lynn, wish I'd met more like you when I was still doing book signings.<br /><br />T, that draws me in, too. If I see a book online often though, then I'm also drawn to it.<br /><br />Johanna, wish I was better with Twitter.L. Diane Wolfehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06425864276166334896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-41937717924812878272012-06-04T13:45:44.690-04:002012-06-04T13:45:44.690-04:00I've found Twitter to be really useful but it ...I've found Twitter to be really useful but it requires connecting with readers, not just spamming with links all the time. Once you've done that you can build up a very loyal fan base.Johanna Garthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15515478890074610814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-76753580944748488332012-06-04T10:31:15.664-04:002012-06-04T10:31:15.664-04:00I haven't done anything really. However, I'...I haven't done anything really. However, I'm pleasantly surprised how many people have bought and liked my book. Perhaps I should do more promoting.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12160669603997465454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-563459329778679382012-06-04T10:24:19.253-04:002012-06-04T10:24:19.253-04:00I'm trying the KDP Select with one book in hop...I'm trying the KDP Select with one book in hopes it will increase sales of my other book and create an awareness for my third book due out later this fall. This will keep me busy for the next couple of weeks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-69491255845266170342012-06-04T10:01:37.035-04:002012-06-04T10:01:37.035-04:00Interesting comments, especially those who buy wit...Interesting comments, especially those who buy without effort from the author. I am drawn to the cover, then the back of the book, then I read the inside flap. If those three together ring true to what I love... then I buy it, without even knowing an author.T. Forehandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03961022948394386206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-72483324827784742112012-06-04T09:46:33.749-04:002012-06-04T09:46:33.749-04:00Love that photo. I cannot comment as an author but...Love that photo. I cannot comment as an author but as a reader, I do find I buy a lot of books at book fairs, or book tables in book stores after meeting the authors and chatting. Usually I am drawn to the tables that include give-aways I must admit!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-72147197952610921612012-06-04T09:35:55.443-04:002012-06-04T09:35:55.443-04:00I guess what's worked has been maintaining a c...I guess what's worked has been maintaining a consistent blogging presence, active participating, and supporting others.Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-8069718581974121712012-06-04T09:14:05.246-04:002012-06-04T09:14:05.246-04:00Right now, I'm at the outskirts of promoting m...Right now, I'm at the outskirts of promoting mine so I couldn't give any suggestions. But when I'm done, I'll be glad to share.shellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09596621767297173021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-44189865907861772372012-06-04T08:02:34.367-04:002012-06-04T08:02:34.367-04:00Stina, I wish all readers were as easy to please a...Stina, I wish all readers were as easy to please as you!<br /><br />Elizabeth, I'd contacted a lot of book bloggers for my YA series. It does place your book in front of your target audience, which is the whole point.L. Diane Wolfehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06425864276166334896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-69498879860883996212012-06-04T07:37:10.255-04:002012-06-04T07:37:10.255-04:00I'm like you, Diane--I've got an ear out f...I'm like you, Diane--I've got an ear out for what works so I can hear new tips!<br /><br />One thing that has worked for me is that I've reached out to book bloggers and gotten features on their blogs (with the understanding that they only need to write a fair review, no favorable review required). This gives me more exposure to *readers*. Not a new tip, but something I've always hesitated doing, because it gets me out of my safety zone (I usually prefer hanging out with other writers!) :)Elizabeth Spann Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15625595247828274405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11634512.post-7891962483777042692012-06-04T07:20:09.869-04:002012-06-04T07:20:09.869-04:00I haven't been in a position yet to promote a ...I haven't been in a position yet to promote a book, and I can't think of anything an author has done that has made me want to buy a book. What usually grabs my attention is when blogs showcase books coming out that week. All the blogger does is include a blurb. I read it and want to read the book (well, those books that interest me). Some of the books I've bought lately haven't been because of the effort of the author. I didn't see a blog tour or book trailer or interview. It was simply because a blogger let me know the author's book is out. Nothing more complex than that.Stinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11415189347501942340noreply@blogger.com