Social Media Won't Sell Your Books - 5 Things that Will
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- Many book authors think social media will be the solution to selling their books. Unfortunately, social media alone will not sell your book. You need a great plan, a catchy hook for your book to get people interested, and a few other key strategies to attract buyers and get readers.
In this video, Julie Broad of Book Launchers reveals why social media isn't a stand alone solution for you to sell more books and gives you 5 practical tips to sell more books.
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Transcript of Social Media Won't Sell Your Books - 5 Things that Will video:
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If you're thinking social media is gonna be the solution to sell your book, stick around.
I've got a few thoughts on that for you.
A lot of authors come to me thinking social media is how they're going to sell their book,
but social media isn't a catch all solution to sell your book.
FIRST:
First, you need a plan to sell your book from the start. Your book, it needs a hook.
To know what will hook your readers, you need to know who your readers are.
SECOND:
You need to figure out where those people are hanging out.
Even though there are two billion people on Facebook, it's not always the best platform to reach your readers.
Surprise.
For some types of books, you're gonna find readers hanging out on Goodreads, but a lot of times, you're actually gonna find them offline, at conferences, trade shows.
They might be reading magazines or frequenting certain types of businesses in your area,
or they might be searching for solutions on videos or podcasts.
Social media might be the answer, but there may be better ways to find your ideal reader.
THIRD:
Consider who you know. The success of my first book More Than Cashflow was entirely as a result of the support of a handful of key people in the Canadian real estate industry.
Their support, promoting my book to all of their audience, is the reason it went to number one overall on Amazon.
Without them, when I was promoting the book to my audience, I was able to break the top 100 overall, but it was because of them that I hit number one.
Tim Ferriss, he launched The Four Hour Workweek to massive best selling status a little over 10 years ago now, using relationships that he'd built with bloggers.
If you're at platinum level of Book Launchers, we pitch your book to bloggers and podcasters
on your behalf, and we'll get you some exposure, but the people who are going to help you the most will know you personally.
If you want your book to do well, make sure you're building relationships, adding value, and supporting people in your industry so that they will do the same when the time comes for you and your book.
FOURTH:
Develop your own list. Social media is not a catchall solution, as I mentioned.
You're squatting.
You actually don't own these contacts.
You get to use them, but at the end of the day, make sure you own your own list, so drive people to your website.
Connect with them, collect their emails, and then use social media for multiple touch points.
At any time, the owner of the property, Facebook, Linkedin, Twitter, Instagram, TH-cam,
they can decide that they no longer like the way you're using their property and throw you out.
If they do that, and you haven't been building your own connections on your website, you'll lose everything, so make sure you're connecting with people in other ways, where you can control the list and you own it, and then use social media to supplement your book marketing strategy.
FIFTH:
Whatever you do, make sure you have other ways to connect and contact your potential readers. These folks will be the most likely to buy your book, spread the word for you,
and help with early reviews.
Bottom line, social media offers a way for readers to interact with you. It's a great way to stay top of mind and build connections, but for social media to work, you must know who you're writing for, what's going to get their attention, and find a way to get yourself in front of those people.
Best of luck with your book, and if you want help figuring out who you're writing for and have support through the entire self-publishing process, book a call with me.
I'm happy to chat to see if we're a fit to help you write, publish, and promote your book“
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What about Facebook ads and Instagram ads...do you think there is value in those??
I've honestly never had any success with Facebook ads but some of the podcasters I listen to have done well. The big question is whether you're willing to invest a lot of time and maybe even some money into learning what will work ... Amazon ads HAVE worked for me.
Thanks! I didn’t even know about amazon ads!
They are getting more expensive ... and if you are doing them you will need this tool: booklaunchers.com/kdprocket
That's an affiliate link so you can google it if you don't want me to get the small referral fee ... but essentially that low cost tool does all the really hard work of finding keywords which you'll need for the Amazon Ads. He has some free resources to help with Amazon Ads too.
Good luck!
I can confirm facebook ads are useless. I set my maximum price to ten pounds and got nothing. Yet when I boosted an add without it officially being an advert, I just got loads of likes. Facebook doesn't stick to the area you set either. I said England only, and I got likes in Australia! Literally the other side of the world. Okay, this was to promote a videography company... not a book. But it's probably still relevant.
Teacher 2 Mommy Mark Dawson’s SPF group on Facebook is good for help on that too
Having others who support and promote is great because people are more likely to buy a book from a random person that likes a book rather than the authors who say their book is great. Great set of tips!
Exactly! Thanks Mandi.
Word of mouth is still the best form of promotion. Thanks for your advice.
It certainly is - especially if you have someone with a strong community of people spreading the word on your behalf! Good luck with your book!
@@BookLaunchers Yes it's true about word of mouth. I am sooooooo shy! But I literally have gained loyal readers from people I have talked to in a store and gas station. They read my first book and continue to support me on my third book. I just have to stop being so shy and continue to talk about my books.
So true. You need to have a marketing plan before you ever start the book. The book doesn't sell itself, you have to get your book in front of the right people.
Yes, I so agree with many of your points here. I think we're all spending way too much time on social media and not enough building relationships--online and off in more authentic ways. Thanks for the reminders and for sharing these good tips!
Great information. Keep spreading the word. We are a publishing company based out of Alabama, and one of the easiest ways we have found to sell more books in large quantities for our authors is to reach out to local grocery stores. We provide the stores with a cardboard display case packed with 36 books in each case. We sold 3 cases yesterday to just one store. You can purchase unbranded displays online very affordably. You can then get your local print shop or us to print your custom labels to place on your displays. Thanks for sharing your knowledge Book Launchers!
Great tip!
Glad to contribute.
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Thank you for pointing out that social media is not the savior for sales, or anything else really. It is one of many tools in an authors toolbox to sell his book. People to people in relationships always win the day. Guerrilla marketing is the key to being successful in any business. Great video!
Thanks! Lots of good pointers in this video!
Lol; I loved the bloopers at the end! Thanks for the great tips.
This is much need information I did a video on this topic to, thanks so much
I love how clear and forward this video is; thank you!
The ending was very funny
Thank you so much for saying hello! If you’re just getting started with writing, I highly recommend our 7 steps to write a non-fiction book. You can get that at www.booklaunchers.com/7steps and if you’re ready to market a book our Gameplan for selling 1000 books with less than $100 is a great way to start planning your book marketing. You can download that for free at www.booklaunchers.com/gameplan
Thanks a lot for your advice
Thanks for the information. I am grateful?
Good video. I especially like the “build you own list” advice. I really need to get on with making my website work!
Thank you so much for saying hello! If you’re just getting started with writing, I highly recommend our 7 steps to write a non-fiction book. You can get that at www.booklaunchers.com/7steps and if you’re ready to market a book our Gameplan for selling 1000 books with less than $100 is a great way to start planning your book marketing. You can download that for free at www.booklaunchers.com/gameplan
Hope to see you again soon!
Hi Julie - thanks for the great information. And yes-I agree-personal relationships are going to do more than anything to launch and promote your book. Social media and advertising are luke warm to say the least. Stay well, thanks, Cheers Rick
Great! Thank You!
Pertinent and quick, I like that and more than that your way of delivery is also very cool, I am going to write my second book and i will keep the advice in mind
Thank you so much for saying hello! If you’re just getting started with writing, I highly recommend our 7 steps to write a non-fiction book. You can get that at www.booklaunchers.com/7steps and if you’re ready to market a book our Gameplan for selling 1000 books with less than $100 is a great way to start planning your book marketing. You can download that for free at www.booklaunchers.com/gameplan
Hope to see you again soon!
Learning so much on this channel!
I just finished my book series. Does anyone have advice for me? Where do I go from here? Please and thank you!
I requested the e-book but the link doesn't work. Anyone else have this issue?
Thanks for this video, Julie. I hate social media. HATE it. It's a huge time suck, and I always feel like a mouse in an experiment whenever I click a "Like" button. Chasing likes and clicks is depressing IMO. You've provided some great suggestions here! :D
haha I don't hate it but I am happier the less time I spend on it ... I love the analogy of a mouse in an experiment! The great news is I know you can sell a lot of books without it.
@@BookLaunchers Thanks! :D
Hey thanks. If you were to pick 2, which would you choose: Website, mail newsletter, social media
newsletter and social media if you already have a following ... my actual choice would be website + network. :)
I don't have anyone to help support my book. The people I know have no faith in me yet alone my book
Sometimes you have to work hard to prove yourself to the people who are closest to you! Try finding people who have the same audience as your book ... connect with them!
yagurltrease If you believe in yourself that’s all that matters to get You started!
I’m in the same boat as you, man. Persist! Don’t give up.
Same her partner, seems all my friends and family deserted me. If you were giving away free books, they will find you in a heartbeat. Don't worry about their non-support, keep pushing on. Remember, you are number one!!!
Send me an excerpt. If it speaks to me how I believe it will, I'll share news about it! #KeepRunning!
This is great! I am a new author and these easy tips are super helpful. Your stuff is not overwhelming or scary because you break it into bits. . Thanks for the info! Be well . Enjoy your day.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for saying hello! If you’re just getting started with writing, I highly recommend our 7 steps to write a non-fiction book. You can get that at www.booklaunchers.com/7steps and if you’re ready to market a book our Gameplan for selling 1000 books with less than $100 is a great way to start planning your book marketing. You can download that for free at www.booklaunchers.com/gameplan
Hope to see you again soon!
@@BookLaunchers done and done! Great tips. Thanks so much. It will change how I launch😁
worth the watch awesome btw
I am having a hard time advertising my novel
Me to and I have a great book
@@chrisjohnson7235 If you’re ready to market a book our Gameplan for selling 1000 books with less than $100 is a great way to start planning your book marketing. You can download that for free at www.booklaunchers.com/gameplan
Hope to see you again soon!
How to advertising your book
@@chrisjohnson7235 So you think. Maybe, but how do you know?
Trouble is, if my book isn't selling, how do I have the funds to set up an author website which can collect emails?
You can set up a website largely for free these days on Wordpress and free email newsletter tools. If your book isn't selling you should look at where you can find partners who have an audience to promote your book with ... good luck.
Really helpful....thank you so so so much.
I put out a new one you might like as well: th-cam.com/video/KgR692L_z4M/w-d-xo.html
it has been three years ,i have been trrying all the method i hear of on youtube yet up to now my poetry book is not gaining its wings
Talented, very talanted even !! awesome btw
Social media won't sell your book...social may be the answer? Sorry, what? You talk down social media but keep going back to it, just in case. My book sold BECAUSE of social media, my book got the buzz BECAUSE of social media. Facebook is crap, but Twitter is great. Connections in your industry can only be achieved by social media or that old 'its not what you know it's who you know'. Yes, you had other people sell your book, but you had those connections, not everyone is that lucky
John James 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
It's worth noting that the connections I had were not luck - they were effort to connect with the people in real life. In many cases I had invested thousands of dollars to fly across the country and be at events where I might be able to meet and connect with people. Luck is not really a big factor in my success .... a little bit of course but it's hard work, taking risks, and investing.
I am happy you have had success with social media. I am not against social media I just think too many authors think 'social media' is their entire plan. That only works for a small percentage. Congrats on your success!!
Thanks....
Enjoyable !! i'll be back
So different and helpful ✨👌
Welcome Mai Mohamed! Thank you so much for joining the community and saying hello. If you have a specific question you want to be answered, you can ask at any time. I just might shoot a video to help you out. And, if you haven't already, I highly recommend you check out our free resources at BookLaunchers.com and grab our free guide to plan and write a great book www.booklaunchers.com/7steps
Good advice, that have done... Video clip for "throw you out" jumping out of a plane LOL
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Kudos on the who owns your contacts point Julie. This is still on point as what was conspiracy is now fact. Good job on being a Seer
Even in saying what I said in this video I did not predict what we'd be experiencing right now ... it's never been more important to have your own connections! Thanks for stopping by!
I wrote 2 books and it's kind of hard to get my books sell ..AM IN MONTREAL CANADA ..Any solutions
So often people write books without thinking about the marketing side of it. I'm not saying that is the case with your books but it's often the case. It's very hard to sell books so making sure you have a clear audience, a great hook, and amazing packaging is essential to the success of your book. Once you have that it takes hustle. Good luck!!
Can we help each other
I can't believe you dont have more subscribers ! +1
Is it safe to put amazon book direct link on facebook ads ?
think your sub count will rise after this ! epic!
My customers are in churches I notice, as I just published a spiritual book. :)
OMG this is so amazing. Hey, I self published my book lately and everything seems new. It has been about a month that I really don't know how to get the book to the audience then I asked myself why not seek for help online. I saw three of your videos and seem astonishing.
I am Nouredine and I wrote a motivational book because a saw the need of such a book in my community. However I don't know how to proceed. Maybe with your help I will take that step required for me to grow. I will really like us to talk through zoom so that I get further help. Please I hope you will consider my offer. Thank you for this wonderful video.
if you’re ready to market a book our Gameplan for selling 1000 books with less than $100 is a great way to start planning your book marketing. You can download that for free at www.booklaunchers.com/gameplan
Hope to see you again soon!
Thanks...🌎
You're welcome!
Is this in contradictory to your previous video on how to grow your following on social media? I'm confused.
Not at all - social media has a place in your book marketing plan but don't expect social media to be the reason your book sells. Statistically speaking you will find very few people click on the links in your social media posts let alone buy from them. But there is still value in social media - if you like it!
I like the video -- interested in conversing on marketing my book
Hey John - reach out to us at www.booklaunchers.com/apply
Does Amazon approve people doing marketing videos on their books and uploading on social media? Am I also allowed to send marketing emails?
Amazon wants you to market your book and send emails!
@@BookLaunchers Thanks for the reply. I asked because I was made to understand that affiliate marketers are not allowed such privileges. Please can you also help explain how amazon treats their copyright infringements. I am putting up a book and copied part of my write up from internet. Although I still referenced those websites but am afraid if there could be negative consequences in the future. Thanks
@@abbanetsolutions Sorry this is super specific stuff ... I think you really should speak to a lawyer or comb through their terms and conditions. I believe that what you're describing is plagiarism and will likely lead to bigger problems for you and your book. Attribution isn't enough to make it ok to copy material even material on the internet. Please get some advice from a lawyer on your specific situation. I think it's more than Amazon that you should be worried about.
I LOVE the bloopers!! 😂
Thank you! We try to leave them in but sometimes my editors forget! Thanks for the reminder that you like them! :)
I could almost click like, just for the title!!
Almost .... hope you still clicked like! :)
I want that dress! I love the the butterfly with the creepy doll's head
Haha never noticed the creepy doll's head. Thanks ... I think. :) It's from a boutique in North Vancouver. It's two sided!!
I think for people like me, who are not good businessmen, traditional publishing is the better route. Marketing, as I have discovered the hard way, is a full time profession. Who has time for that? I want to go back to what I di best which is the actual writing.
Unfortunately traditional publishing has no interest in working with authors who are looking to them to do the marketing. It's a bit messed up but 95% of the marketing is on you. We actually have traditionally published authors in the non-fiction space that hire us to do their marketing because the traditional publisher only gives them distribution - they have to do all the work to market the book.
I wish I would have taken a marketing class in college because I am lost and it is all too overwhelming for me.
traditional publishers don't market books except for their very top and PROVEN authors - it is all a shame - try to find an independent publisher (careful NOT a vanity one in disguise) and have them work with you - you should basically not be paying them - but they will take a decent chunk of your royalty for the work they put in up front - if they are taking money for you - then they are a VANITY PRESS - no matter how much they deny it
@@bookswithatwist-vanvelzerp9262 I am done. I gave up on the self publishing scam awhile ago. Lots of work for nothing. Just wasn't worth the frustration.
Key people...
So amazing 😉
Thanks 😆
Hook find readers key influencers and then the usual topics and categories
I have written 6 children's books I'm having a hard time marketing them. I have more on the way. Any help would be great and appreciated thank you Amy land
Check out Keith Wheeler Books - he's got a great TH-cam playlist on this subject. We're also doing a collab video soon to help you with this!
Hi, I'm about to publish my first book called Robbing Chance. It's a non-fiction self-help book and it's got a unique narrative based on my experience living in Zimbabwe and India. I trust my selling points but I haven't been able to make strides in terms of making connections with other authors. Can you help?
Have you tried connecting with other writers groups in your area via Facebook? Or, LinkedIn?
Has it done well ? I am working on one from a Zimbabwe lady myself - actually two books - a fiction and a non-fiction about growing up in such turmoil - yet still loving the country - would love to hear where you are with YOUR book and what you found worked and did not work
How did you get your book publish?
Ingram Spark and Create Space :) I have lots of videos on that ... go back to the early days.
Social media can sell your book (example sasha, Christine, etc) but it can't make you a respectable writer or a good one.
Social media plays an important role but it's tough to sell a lot of books via social media. I recently put out this follow up video: th-cam.com/video/KgR692L_z4M/w-d-xo.html
You’re so awesome and motherly, Julie!
Thank you :)
She is right! I spent $20 on Instagram and got 0 Sales. So be careful... guys. 90% of people on social media are only for likes and comments; who cares about your book? Hahahaha!
You couldn't have put it better Abhijeet!
love the bloopers! xoxoxo
Glad you like them! Thank you!
Hi,
I just saw your video. I have some questions, and it will be wonderful if you can help.
I am publishing my book in five languages: Hindi, Gujarati, Spanish, English, and French
It will be an ebook, a paper book, and an audiobook format.
The second book is The Daily Spiritual Diet and will be divided into 3 quarters. That will be in four languages:
Hindi, English, French, and Gujarati. project is ending, but I will appreciate your help.
Thank you for taking the time and showing the video.
Author Elizabeth Das
Hello - we are not familiar with publishing in any language but English. If you have a specific question you can post it here and I will try to refer you to some support but we aren't experts in any of that.
I like your spirit 😁
Thank you!
What about fiction authors?
Ugh, I use wattpad to promote my books. The download numbers are exceeding kdp etc
Awesome thanks for sharing.
What exactly is book launchers?
Thank you so much for reaching out.
Our services are on our website here: booklaunchers.com/self-publishing-services-overview/
If that looks like something that would help you, then I’d love to chat with you. To set up a call and help me prepare for it, please take a few minutes to share some details on this form: www.booklaunchers.com/apply Once we receive that you’ll hear from Angela Jones within one business day with a link to schedule a call with me.
Thank you!
Julie
So far, I’m promoting my book on Facebook groups, however no one buys ‘em 😂😂
If something isn't working it's time to try something else.
It's hard to try other things when there are SO many options out there. I hope you find ways to connect with your readers ~ good luck!
I need help in promoting/advertising my book!!!could you assist me!!!
What is the secret to writing so many books a year? i just published my first and it seems like everyone is publishing several books a year. How do you do that? How do you write so fast? By using some special programs? What is the secret to publishing many books? I
I don't write a bunch of books a year. When you write a really high quality book and it's not your full-time job to write, I think it's VERY difficult to write more than one or two books in a year.
While I'm still working on my book I did already create a Twitter and I am already starting to get concerned. I avoided common mistakes but I just can't seem to get pass 440 followers. I comment, I engage with people, and I retweet and I hardly even get any likes and comments on return. I know that I still have a ways to go before my book is published but I am already growing concerned.
If this was going to be your focus for promoting your book I'd shift your efforts to strategically connecting with folks in your space that have some influence over the ideal reader you're writing for. Social media takes time and consistency. Check this video out: th-cam.com/video/KgR692L_z4M/w-d-xo.html
Hey I’d like information on promoting a book
Welcome WorldWide Real Musik Records! Thank you so much for joining the community and saying hello. If you have a specific question you want to be answered, you can ask at any time. I just might shoot a video to help you out. And, if you haven't already, I highly recommend you check out our free resources at BookLaunchers.com and grab our free guide to sell books at www.booklaunchers.com/gameplan
Do you want advice me to sell my book on my website or Amazon ?
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This is great news, because I hate social media LoL
Interesting..(secret...I think ..finally l have the hook)
How to sell a book? - Know people who can sell your book for you hahaha great
'Who your writing for' should be 'who you're writing for' I think.
Yup ... it's why I have editors editing my books ... and probably should edit the words and transcripts for the videos haha
So this post is 4 years old, do you think it's still true?
Social media really doesn't sell books. There is value in it for other reasons ...
I do have an updated video and a new one with tips coming out in September. th-cam.com/video/KgR692L_z4M/w-d-xo.html
I know ADS work but you have to be a GURU to hit it just right.
Oh 3 years ago YOU NEED TO UPDATE YOUR VIDEO
THis should help: th-cam.com/video/uKnlupWr_pQ/w-d-xo.html
I self published my novel but it only sold 2 copies in 4 months. I have promoted it on my website and another website. I also gave out free copies. There is no magic formula. It is like winning the lottery to successfully sell your book. I have given up. There's just too much competition.
Hi John -
I am so sorry to hear that. Truthfully, there is a small element of luck but there are a TON of things you can do to increase the chance you have of success. Do you have a genre appropriate cover? Have you carefully crafted a book description that will sell your book? Do you have the right keywords? Some well placed Amazon Ads could really help you too!! This free AMS course could help you: booklaunchers.com/freeAMScourse
(That's an affiliate link but only matters if you buy anything from them - the course will get you started!).
I wouldn't give up ... but there is a lot of stories that show the best way to sell a book is to write another book!
Julie
I did all of the above except buy the ads on Amazon. I even have a story about my novel on a website about bullying. Still no Amazon reviews after 4 months. I will probably try querying traditional publishers to see if they will take my novel. I feel like you need a marketing degree instead of a writing degree in order to sell more books. And I think stories like mine are the norm. Most self published books dont sell to ok well
I gave up on the whole thing. Way too depressing. I am much better mentally now. I warn others how hard self publishing really is. It is too much about the marketing instead of the writing.
The Bullying Effect
Hello how can you help me promote my book ? Please reply
Thank you so much for saying hello! If you’re just getting started with writing, I highly recommend our 7 steps to write a non-fiction book. You can get that at www.booklaunchers.com/7steps and if you’re ready to market a book our Gameplan for selling 1000 books with less than $100 is a great way to start planning your book marketing. You can download that for free at www.booklaunchers.com/gameplan
Hope to see you again soon!
I have heard amazin kdp dosent give royalties who dont go for kdp select
They do, they are just lower.
@@BookLaunchers can u pls make a video on uploading a proper formatted manuscript for paperback
@@poonamsonii - sorry it's not something I've done. We hire people to our team that do this for folks. Check out Kelli Publish - she has a great channel and I think she uploads some specifics around this.
I've gotten to comfortable with your voice /personality and advice. I'm working on fictional content though lol.
Hello.....Julie...El inmigrante venezolano
I am writing a non-fiction on picking up women. I have no problem talking and can make many TH-cam videos. My problem is how do I make a TH-cam video on the subject without giving away too much of my book. How do you draw the line between touching on the subject and giving away all of your book information via video.
This is a FANTASTIC topic. I'm going shoot a few videos on this in September and on my next Live Stream I'll talk about. it too. Thank you!! :)
Your video is LIVE now - I answered this for you in detail: th-cam.com/video/B-NwMnZxnfM/w-d-xo.html
That's going to be a problem, everyone thinks I'm an asshole... and I'm usually the one paying for dinner.
If only you can make video about fiction book :)
I am sorry - I just don't have expertise in fiction!! But I appreciate that you let me know and that you like my videos enough to ask!! :D
Hi mam
cute. love your style
Thank you. :)
I got a 404 page when I clicked the book download link.
Which link were you clicking? booklaunchers.com/7steps or booklaunchers.com/gameplan/
Both are working for me so just want to track it down!
The things u suggest IS social media. Podcasts are social media
If you're willing to review my book, I'll gladly be willing to review your book. Sincerely.
There is no money in ebooks or books in general, the (dot com) of ebooks is over. Too many people writing too many shitty books and making videos on "how to' sell a book, merely for clicks to promote the video, to garner more clicks etc. If you really love writing write for that not to make money or a living, it just will not happen and no matter how many "youtube gurus" tell you otherwise you're in for one helluva waste of time and you will end up sorely defeated. DO NOT write books to acquire money, write for the passion of it.
Wow! Sounds like you've had a really tough go of it. Sorry to hear that. Books take an investment of time and resources to do well but I know there is money to be made ... but you DO have to work hard to stand out in the crowd.
I love to write. I write both fiction and nonfiction in my free time. I even wrote a book (not for sales but to help deal with some stress I was facing) it helped tremendously that I wasn’t focused on the sales etc
Let me sell you a book about selling books that sells books about books
how to sell a book? - write a book called how to sell a book ... My god.. how do people fall for this nonsense?
No offense but what if you are an anti-social author? You say all these things and then you mention "people" and "interaction" and all that. Not all of us can just talk to another human being and think it will be okay. Not all of us can be social butterflies and expect our books to sell well. It scares me knowing that I have to do this stuff. I just want to write a book, publish, let people know that I have written a book and move along. It just hurts when you say "people" will help you make "money" with your book.
exactly what old people say
I see social media platforms are just a way of spreading your book to more audiences not selling 😀
That's way it's called marketing, you market it not selling it 😎
That's such a great way to put it!! I agree.
This is so inaccurate omg i literally sell all of my books via social media
There is value in social media and we've had 2 clients that sold thousands of books on social media promotions alone but that's a TINY percentage. The majority of people will find value in social media for their book promotion for reasons besides book sales - but people think 10,000 followers on Twitter or Facebook means one thousand book sales and it does not. I also did this video: th-cam.com/video/KgR692L_z4M/w-d-xo.html
For the record - I am very happy you are getting results from social media but please know that is the exception not the rule.
@@BookLaunchers eh i don't think that's true . most author are horrible at social media thats why they don't sell. they think spamming their links every 5 seconds and following random people is the way.
There is validity in what you're saying for sure so for me to say your advice is inaccurate was irresponsible.
Book marketing via social media has a lot of power when done right because it's free and has unlimited reach.
@@byMichaeltavon I think we actually completely agree :)