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5 Things I Learned From Co-hosting a Book Podcast
Podcasting was not something I thought was in my future. Now I can't imagine my reading life without it. Here are 5 things I've learned from co-hosting a book podcast.
5 Mistakes Authors Should Avoid on TikTok
As more writers and readers alike check out TikTok, whether for #BookTok or dance moves, here are five mistakes authors should avoid on TikTok with some advice on how to get the most out of this social media platform.
What Is BookTok (and Why Should Writers Care)?
In this post, we answer the questions of what is BookTok and why should writers care that it exists. Plus, we share some interesting stories related to the phenomenon and next steps for those who are interested in trying something new.
Can a Writer Have an Inner Life and a Social Media Presence?
Can a writer have an inner life and a social media presence? Award-winning author Ronit Plank discusses how social media can not only help your book's performance, but introduce you to a thriving writing community.
Going Viral: Writing From the Hopeful Heart
Author Kitty O'Meara shares her experience of going viral online and how that led to some exciting publishing opportunities.
How to Find Your Agent in < 280 Characters
Author Allison Ashley found her agent using hashtags on Twitter. Here she shares her story and how you can find your agent via Twitter.
What Should Writers Post on Instagram?
What should writers post on Instagram? What can writers post on a social network that is so focused on images? We dive in and share 10 things for writers to consider.
Join the Writer's Digest Author Exchange Facebook Group to Network with WD Authors
The Writer's Digest Authors Exchange is a public Facebook group intended to inspire and inform writers about the craft of writing and the business of publishing. It’s a place where writers find encouragement and support as they pursue their goals.
5 Ways an Author Blog Could Kill Your Writing (and What to Do Instead)
Static author websites are great, and you’d be crazy not to have one. But starting an author blog is a different (and often tragic) story. In fact, your author blog might even kill your writing. There are hundreds of authors who started blogs, churned out posts for a year, and let it come to a dead stop.
10 Ways First-Time Writers Can Get Noticed on Social Media
There are many ways first-time authors can leverage social media to build their online presence and gain momentum in their careers. Here 10 insights on how to get noticed on social media:
Why Facebook Is My Dream Publicist
Like a dream book publicist, Facebook has helped me in many ways. Here's how it can help you as a writer.
5 Ways to Turn Your Blog Into a Book-Writing Machine
The following five strategies transform your blogging time from a promotional activity into a book-writing activity as well.
Get in Good With Goodreads
Here’s how to use the world’s biggest online reader hub to grow your audience exponentially.
Advice for Writers: 3 Keys to Connecting With Young Readers Online
Here are three guiding stars to navigate the ever-changing Web.
5 Ways Writers Can Get the Most Out of Goodreads
If you're like me, you have a Goodreads account and occasionally use it to update your list of books that you've read—but haven't used it for much else. Goodreads Community Manager offered up this guest post to me on how authors can use Goodreads to their benefit. I found the information very useful and informative, so I thought I'd share. Here it is.
Add Writer's Digest to your Google+ Circles (& Get Freebies)
Hey everyone, I have a pretty big freebie for you. Google+ is growing at a rapid pace, which is why I'm beefing up our G+ page—and I want you to join us! Add Writer's Digest to one of your circles and, as a thank you, at the end of the month I'll send you a valuable freebie through Google+. It's that easy. Put us in one of your circles, get something free. I wanted to kick things off with a bang, so I'm starting with a really good one ...