Marketing consultant Jenn Hanson-dePaula sits down with her partner, Marcus, in this podcast to chat about marketing strategies and processes that can help authors connect with their readers and sell more books. Save time with marketing and spend more time writing!

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How to Get Your Ideal Reader's Attention

EPISODE SIXTY ONE

Trying to stand out in an overcrowded online world can feel like an impossible task. But there is a secret weapon that authors can use in order to get in front of their ideal readers and make it easier for them to find you online. In this episode I talk about Keywords, how to create a list of the best ones for your book, and where to use them most effectively.


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Twitter Troubles - What Authors Can Do

EPISODE SIXTY

Twitter has taken a big dive over the past few weeks. I've seen many authors post that they aren't sure what they are going to do now that Twitter's survival is in question. In this episode I'm going to walk you through a few key factors authors can consider.


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How Many Social Media Profiles Do Authors Need?

EPISODE FIFTY NINE

It can be difficult to know how many profiles an author should have on social media. Do you create a new profile for each book? Do you have multiple accounts if you write in different genres? We cover that and more in this episode.


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Book Marketing Red Flags

EPISODE FIFTY EIGHT

Authors are bombarded with information, but sometimes it can be difficult to determine what is true and what might be a scam. In this episode, we discuss four red flags that authors should be aware of when it comes to book marketing.


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Things to Consider When Deciding to Traditionally Publish or Self Publish

EPISODE FIFTY SEVEN

Authors have several different publishing routes to consider to get their book out into the world. And that can be a difficult decision to make - especially when you don't know what to expect. In this episode, Jenn discusses four questions you should consider when deciding to traditionally or self publish your book.


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How to Grow an Author Newsletter

EPISODE FIFTY SIX

Newsletters are one of the most important elements to your marketing plan. But how do you actually grow that list? In today's episode I’m going to share three elements that you need to focus on to not just gain new subscribers, but to keep your readers on your list.

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Which Social Media Outlets Work Best for Authors

EPISODE FIFTY FIVE

When it comes to social media, there isn't one outlet that is best for every author. There are actually a few details to consider. In this episode we are going to discuss what you need to consider to make sure you're where you need to be online.

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How Authors Can Get Book Reviews

EPISODE FIFTY FOUR

Getting reviews for you book can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. But there is a way! In this episode I share three tips that you can put to work to get reviews rolling in.

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Do Hashtags Still Work?

EPISODE FIFTY THREE

Social media is always changing and growing, so it can be difficult to keep up with what is still relevant. The question of hashtags has been coming up more and more, so I thought I would address it in this episode. Should you still use hashtags? If so, how? And how many do you use? We will cover all of those in this episode.

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Three Things Authors Need to Start Their Newsletter

EPISODE FIFTY TWO

Newsletters are an important element to an author's marketing strategy, but what's actually involved? How does an author get started? In this episode Jenn walks you through the three major elements authors need to get their newsletter started.

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Are Paid Ads Worth It for Authors?

EPISODE FIFTY ONE

When an author has a very tight budget (or no budget at all) the idea of paying for ads might be scary. Do they work? Should a new author use ads? In this episode, Jenn discusses ads, what you should consider before buying ads, and a few tips to get things rolling.

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How Authors Can Generate Content Ideas

EPISODE FIFTY

Content is what sets you apart from every other author out there. So how can authors actually come up with great content ideas? In this episode Jenn and Marcus discuss how you can get started plus a new resource that will provide over a year's worth of content.

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A Marketing Mindset That Authors Often Overlook

EPISODE FORTY NINE

When it comes to marketing our books, oftentimes we look for the fastest and easiest ways to complete our tasks. But is that what's best for our readers? In this episode, Jenn and Marcus discuss a vital element to our marketing that many authors overlook and how it can hurt our sales.

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What Instagram Users Can Learn From TikTok

EPISODE FORTY EIGHT

TikTok has made a massive impact on the world of social media - and nearly every outlet has tried to mimic TikTok's features. So as users, what can we learn from from TikTok? In this episode, Jenn and Marcus discuss what TikTok is doing really well and how we can apply it to our marketing strategies.

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What to Do When Instagram Engagement Goes Down

EPISODE FORTY SEVEN

Chances are that you've experienced less engagement on Instagram lately. You're not alone! In this episode Jenn & Marcus discuss ways that authors can boost their engagement and see better results. 

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Tips to Help Readers Find You on Social Media

EPISODE FORTY SIX

One of the biggest struggles authors face on social media is knowing how to actually find their readers. Jenn and Marcus discuss two ways that you can do just that on any social media platform. 

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The Best Free Online Tools for Book Marketing

EPISODE FORTY FIVE

We are all looking for ways to save time and money with our marketing. But with so many options, it can be hard to figure out which are best. In this episode Jenn and Marcus share their favorite free online tools that make life easier.

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How to Increase Amazon Book Reviews

EPISODE FORTY FOUR

Getting reviews on Amazon can feel like pulling teeth. But they are very important to your overall marketing. In this episode, Jenn & Marcus discuss ways that you can boost your review and keep them coming in. 

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How Authors Can Create a Book Marketing Strategy

EPISODE FORTY THREE

A book marketing strategy is an author's game plan - it helps authors know what to do to connect with readers. Without a strategy, it can leave authors struggling and feeling overwhelmed. In this episode Jenn and Marcus map out a strategy that you can use to market your book. 

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Are Contest Giveaways a Good Social Media Growth Strategy?

EPISODE FORTY TWO

Giving away books and other prizes used to be a go-to strategy for growing on social media. But is it still relevant? And does it actually work? In this episode, Jenn and Marcus discuss if this is a reliable strategy and how you can best use giveaways for your book promotions.

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