Seven Ways to Promote a Book

Posted: September 26, 2016

Writing a book can be a painstaking accomplishment, and once completed the number one goal is to have people read it. Social media is a great way to promote it, but sometimes it may not be enough. Discover some uncommon ways to spread the word about your book to broader audiences. Kristen Pope, writer for The Write Life, shares how to promote your book.

7 Ways to Promote Your Book You Probably Haven’t Considered

After months or years of painstaking work writing, editing, and crafting your book, it’s finally ready for the world. But how do you get people to read it? Maybe you’ve approached your local bookstores, posted it for sale online, and even plugged it on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media. But if you’re looking to reach a broader audience, consider a few of these promotional techniques to expand your reach and get your shiny new book in the hands of new and eager readers. 1. Promote your book on local radio Seek out your local community radio stations and see if they’re up for a Q-and-A session with a local author. Put together a press release about your book, send it out to stations, and use your sleuthing skills (and contacts if you have them) to find the right person at the station. Read the entire article 7 Ways to Promote Your Book You Probably Haven’t Considered on The Write Life.