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 No Comments
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How to connect with readers who have reviewed your book
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 No Comments
Influencer marketing tips 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 No Comments
4 tips for writing a great book synopsis
A succinct, compelling book synopsis is a crucial element in any book marketing campaign. Yet, for many authors, penning a well-constructed description of their work
November 25, 2020 No Comments
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 No Comments
The pros and cons of Facebook ads
Authors are always doing what they can to get their books in front of more people. But the real goal should be to get your
September 13, 2020 No Comments
Tips for your family and friends who want to support your writing career
So many authors are reluctant to ask their family, friends and assorted contacts for help when they are promoting their book, but I always tell
August 22, 2020 No Comments
Tips for Virtual Author Events
Want to feel terrible about yourself? Plan an event at a bookstore for your book, show up to the store in your fancy writer’s outfit,
July 27, 2020 No Comments
What to expect leading up to your book launch
The day a book launches is one of the most exciting of an author’s career, but the weeks leading up to it can be nerve-wracking.
June 30, 2020 No Comments
The value of radio interviews for authors
As an author, radio interviews can feel daunting, exciting. They might even frustrating if you worry the whole thing will be in vain. Radio’s dead,
May 24, 2020 No Comments
