This is a collection of the best advice I’ve offered on book marketing at my website and newsletter—as well as some other resources. Learn more at JaneFriedman.com.
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Getting Started
Strategy first
Traditionally published?
Amazon
Amazon metadata and optimization
Amazon-focused launches
Your Foundation
Your book cover
Book description
Availability & distribution
Pricing (self-pub)
Pre-orders
Endorsements
Reviews
Owned Media & Platform
Reassurance
Author website
Social media
Email newsletter
Blog, podcast, video
Relationships & Influencers
Basic Strategy + Relationships
Emailing people
Newsletter swaps
Your networks
Influencers
Earned Media (Publicity)
Basic guidance
Doing it on your own
Hiring help
Events
In-person events
Online and virtual events
Paid Media
Before you invest
Facebook ads
Amazon ads
BookBub
Industry ads
Other advertising
Miscellany
Giveaways
Prizes and awards
Sell direct to reader
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Recommended Resource List
Editors, marketers, publicists, and much more
Recommended Resources.pdf