Dan L. Hays is a gifted writer who has been pursuing his craft for more than 25 years. His passion has always been writing, but he had a writing block that he could not understand for many years. He wrote two books that publishers were interested in, but he backed away and the books were […]
Tell Us Your Marketing or Design Frustrations
I am sure you, as well as many other authors and writers, are asking – I have my novel, but now what do I do?, or even, I know what I need to do, but don’t know how to begin. You KNOW you need to market, and fervently read all the How-to’s, but you still […]
5 Steps for Effective eBook Marketing
A pre-marketing campaign can make, or break, your sales; but mistakes will doom your book faster. These 5 steps will eliminate the problem areas and help your novel achieve (possible) ebook marketing success.
DRACULAS, A Novel of Terror, New Marketing Strategy
In an amazing new form of marketing, Blake Crouch, Jack Kilborn (aka J.A. Konrath), Jeff Strand and F. Paul Wilson, are expecting a flood of reviews on blogs, twitter and the like on October 18, to be followed by a similar tidal wave on October 19th — the day of the book’s launch. I can only image the massive push in rankings and sales this massive promotion may bring.
Finding the Right Audience
This is the third of my Finding Your Niche series which apply to finding an audience for your product or writing. This is the section where you find an audience for your book or product. If your product or service relates to your interests promoting actually becomes more fun than work. In fact, your enthusiasm […]
Recognizing Your Niche Potential
In the September/October 2010 issue of AARP Magazine, an article entitled “Find Your Inner Genius” showed how older Americans were “immersing themselves in new pursuits”. The article revealed how these late-blooming artists tapped into their creative talent, though working at varied and diverse jobs. It is this discovery that leads to finding your special niche. […]
The Gravatar and You
Gravatars are more then little virtual images. Successful use of the gravatar can greatly improve your public exposure and develop your name as a mini-brand.