What are bookplates, and do readers and authors use them?
What are bookplates and how can I use them? Have you ever loaned someone a well-loved copy of your favorite book, only to never lay
February 22, 2021
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How to Connect with Readers Who Have Reviewed Your Book Online
Seeing early positive reader reviews on Goodreads and Amazon can feel thrilling and gratifying. Finally, after all your hard work, real people are reading your
February 11, 2021
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What you should know about hiring a book publicist
You’ve spent years creating storylines, developing characters and polishing your book. Now you want it to have the best chance of success and the widest
February 7, 2021
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Influencer Marketing Tips and Tricks for Authors
The term “social media influencer” comes up often these days, though it is vague and meaningless to some people. Books Forward is here to help
January 21, 2021
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Is TikTok the next Bookstagram?
You’ve seen it in the headlines, heard about it incessantly from your teenage niece, or (perhaps) you’ve even downloaded it yourself. Let’s talk about TikTok.
December 22, 2020
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Building a world based on kindness, joy, and writing
This, as we all know, has been a hell of a year. But one thing this year has brought us is the opportunity to create
December 2, 2020
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Why do virtual events have higher attendance but lower sales?
After a monumental shift to hosting 2020 author events online, many bookstores reported that attendance for virtual events is higher (sometimes much higher) than
November 25, 2020
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4 tips for writing a great book synopsis
A succinct, compelling book description is a crucial element in any book marketing campaign. Yet, for many authors, penning a well-constructed description of their
November 25, 2020
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Relax and read with an ambiance room
My focus has been a little … scattered in recent months. But one thing that has helped me concentrate is ambiance rooms! These videos are
November 18, 2020
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How to write an author bio that stands out
Nothing can strike fear into an author’s heart quite like the author bio. Sure, you may have just finished off the final touches of the
October 19, 2020
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