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Book Inspired Halloween Costumes for Kid Lit Authors

Halloween is one of my favorite holidays of the year, and publishing a Halloween picture book is definitely on my bucket list! But you...

What are Micro-Influencers?

Micro-influencers are the next big thing in marketing. If you're looking for book sales, micro-influencers can be just as effective...

4 Ways to Make This Book Launch Better Than Your Last!

You just had your first book launch, and you're still on cloud nine. Don't get me wrong, you're exhausted but there's something so...

How to Run Successful Amazon Ads to Your Book

As an author, one of the biggest challenges you may face is getting your book in front of potential readers. While there are many...

SEO for Authors - 5 Quick Tips

When I started my author journey, I knew how important it was to have a website so I got a simple one up and running. I'd heard of SEO...

Publisher Rocket - Everything You Need to Know

If you've self-published your book or you plan to, one of the most valuable assets you can invest in is a great analytics tool. That's...

6 Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising Platforms for Authors

As an author, getting your book in front of potential readers is crucial to its success. Pay-per-click (PPC) advertising is an effective...

7+ Tips for Getting More Book Reviews

Book reviews are a crucial part of any book's success. They help potential readers make informed decisions about whether or not to...

Are Your Book Links Helping or Hurting Your Marketing Efforts?

As an author, you put a lot of effort into marketing your book, from social media posts to paid ads. But did you know that the links you...

Before You Run Amazon Ads - 4 Things You Need to Do

Amazon ads are a fantastic tool for children's book authors because people go to Amazon with the intent to shop. If you use Amazon ads to...

Social Media Branding for Children's Book Authors

As a children's book author, your brand is your identity. It's what sets you apart from other children's book authors and gives your...

Canva Review - Graphic Design Tool for Authors

As an author, you know that creating visually appealing designs to promote your book can be a challenge. With Canva, it’s easier than...

Top 8 Analytic Tools for Authors

In an age where more and more people are writing books, you can't just sit back and hope that yours will sell on its own. So how do you...

How To Plan A Virtual Book Tour in 8 Steps

Let’s face it, carrying copies of our books around in the trunks of our cars may be as close as some of us will ever get to a physical...

9 Book Marketing Ideas (That Won't Cost You a Dime!)

As children's book authors, we all know how important marketing is. But if you're just starting out and you don't have a large budget, it...