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How to Get Your Self-Published Book onto Bookstore Shelves
By FriesenPress Nestling your book in its own little spot on the shelf of your favorite bookstore is the dream...
Authors: Grow Your Brand, Audience, Expert Reputation and Sell Books With Podcast Interviews
As an author, you pour yourself into the stories and lessons you share with others. You have invested countless hours...
How to Write a Captivating Book Proposal
by Ally Machate Many authors believe they must write a book before they can start trying to pitch their work...
Inaugural Publishers Weekly U.S. Book Show Recap
Last month, the Smith Publicity team was pleased to exhibit at the inaugural U.S. Book Show, which ran from May...
How to Get an ISBN Number (and Why) – What You Need to Know Step-by-Step
Every book needs an ISBN (International Standard Book Number); it’s that simple. Having an ISBN number is a unique identifier...
Is Book Marketing Worth the Expense?
It’s not uncommon that at Smith Publicity, we might be asked, “is book marketing worth the cost?” Over many years,...
How a Literary Agent Can Help Set Your Book Apart
When an author sets out to write a book, there are many things they need to consider and avenues to...
Author Branding is the Key to Successful Book Marketing
Personal Branding Strategies for Authors By Jeniffer Thompson, Monkey C Media Personal branding is not a revolutionary concept, but it’s...
5 Book Marketing Predictions for 2021
As we roll into 2021, hoping that the dark days of 2020 will be behind us soon, we’ve witnessed many...
5 Tips to Be a “Go-to” Media Source
Read almost any article, and you’ll notice quotes peppered throughout the piece by experts. The quotes will be attributed to...