by kobowritinglife | May 31, 2019 | Marketing
By Adam Croft When you’re an indie author, there’s a list as long as your arm of tasks that need your attention. You need to write the book, edit the book, upload the book, market the book, get covers and formats… The list goes on. But where should you focus your...
by kobowritinglife | Apr 1, 2019 | Marketing, Self-Promotion, Self-Publishing
By Adam Dahari Update March 2020: We are no longer partnered with NetGalley. Please email us at writinglife@kobo.com for recommendations on growing your readership. Are you an indie author looking to promote your titles and grow your readership? Kobo Writing Life and...
by kobowritinglife | Mar 29, 2019 | Marketing, The Business of Writing, The Craft of Writing, Tips
By Michaelbrent Collings One of a potential reader’s biggest “sell” points is your book description. Sadly, it’s also one of the things that I most often see get mangled by authors. But fear no more! I’m going to give you a quick rundown on the elements you need for...
by kobowritinglife | Feb 11, 2019 | Marketing, Social, Tips
By Lauren Layne If you’re an author, chances are you have a pretty solid Facebook strategy. Maybe you dabble in Twitter. And perhaps you’ve been noticing Instagram’s potential for spreading the word about your novel(s). But what about . . ....
by kobowritinglife | Mar 2, 2018 | Marketing, My Writing Life
We know that social media is a great way to engage with your readers as an author. But have you ever thought about engaging with your readers from the perspective of a character in your novel? by Jaime D. Stepping into someone else’s shoes comes naturally...
by kobowritinglife | Feb 12, 2018 | #KWLWonderWoman, Marketing, Self-Promotion, Self-Publishing, Success Stories, The Business of Writing
By C.J. Archer C.J. first started publishing independently in 2011 and was an immediate success—making enough to become a full-time author within her first year. She notes that the indie landscape is constantly shifting and uses indie blogs and Facebook groups to keep...
