Embracing pivotal marketing and media strategies gives authors new possibilities to engage and build trust with their target audience. Using digital media marketing services in particular gives authors a competitive advantage to increase their online presence and visibility, which is increasingly becoming an important aspect for book success. Here are some considerations to help authors prepare for strategies utilized in their digital media marketing campaigns.

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Even in an increasingly digital and socially distant world, it’s still possible to celebrate the launch of your book with friends, family, colleagues, community members, and readers. The tips and tricks below will help you plan your virtual book launch party, promote it, and execute it in a thoughtful and engaging way that befits the hard work and dedication that lead up to your book publication day.

The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically changed how booksellers operate and consumers shop, but for every change there’s an opportunity to reach readers in new and creative ways. Independent booksellers are seeing unprecedented community support, readers are seeking out books offering expert advice and entertainment, and authors and publishers continue to release their big ideas into the world. There’s no need to change your publication date or halt your book launch and marketing plans; you can still engage your audience, build excitement, and drive book sales with these 10 tactics that make the most of our "new normal."

If you’ve never used social media platforms like Twitter or Instagram before and are logging on for the first time, you may find yourself overwhelmed by the sheer amount of content available at your fingertips. You may ask yourself, how does anyone find the ideas and subjects they’re actually interested in seeing?

Whether you've written a book, are a professional speaker, or simply want to grow your reputation and influence in your industry, spreading the word is the name of the game. Building a strategy that amplifies your core message and reaches your ideal audience can seem complicated—not least because there are so many options at your disposal.

The launch of a book, or any product, can earn a lot of attention from the media, industry colleagues, and the public in general. Debut launches done right are sexy and full of potential, bringing with them opportunities for feature stories, author profiles, “ones to watch” lists, and so on.

After the shiny launch veneer has worn off, how do you remain on the radar of the influencers who can help your brand grow?

When it comes to content creation, consistency is key. Consistent content is what builds trust with consumers and keeps them coming back. While keeping a regular blog is a great way for any thought leader or influencer to appeal to their audience, it isn’t the only way to connect with readers.

The Greek philosopher Heraclitus famously wrote that “change is the only constant in life,” and his wise words remain just as true today as they did over 2,000 years ago. Of course, this is not news to us as we witness the speed at which technology and communication has changed in the last 10 years. Luckily, many of these changes make it easier than ever for authors to connect with readers, engage with communities, and share ideas.