Some self published authors really want to be traditionally published authors. But does self publishing get you any closer to getting a book deal or agent representation? I discuss pursuing a traditional publishing path AFTER you've become self published.
Blog: Traditional Publishing After Self Publishing: What You Need to Know http://hub.me/akTzM
YouTube video: https://youtu.be/0MoMPlSv-YU
Timestamp show notes (click on timestamp to view segment on YouTube):
0:56 How a self published author friend got a traditional book deal
1:53 How can you show traditional publishers your book idea has a market?
4:30 How to connect with HeidiĀ
Backlist book titles can represent a valuable part of your self publishing empire. I explain what a backlist title is, and how to promote it.
Blog:
YouTube video: https://youtu.be/BhwuTzJ_wtM
Timestamp show notes (click on timestamp to view segment on YouTube):
0:16 What is a backlist?
1:28 What is a frontlist?
2:20 Why backlist titles are valuable
4:23 Backlist book marketing vs. book launch marketing
7:36 More sales and marketing strategies for backlist books
8:54 Advertising for backlist titles
11:54 How to connect with HeidiĀ
Kindle Vella is an episodic or chapter-by-chapter reading program available from Amazon. But is it worthwhile for self published authors? I explain what we know so far about Kindle Vella.
YouTube video: https://youtu.be/oiDwm9e-rPI
Timestamp show notes (click on timestamp to view segment on YouTube):
0:31 What is Kindle Vella?
2:16 How does Kindle Vella work for authors?
4:46 How can authors earn money with Kindle Vella?
8:10 Do I recommend Kindle Vella for authors?
9:28 How to connect with Heidi