Ebook bloggers for authors

It is no secret that authors write some of the very best blogs. Hi david, i like the idea about connecting with ebook bloggers so they can talk about my ebook. I have identified what i believe are the top 20 bloggers for my category but the problem i am having is that i am not able to get any to respond to my emails. What book bloggers want authors to know rachel poli. How to format a manuscript for an ebook working writers.

If you are currently blogging and are considering writing an ebook, we highly recommend it. Aug 04, 2016 how to find and reach influencers to help promote your book jane friedman as a writing coach and avid user of social media, one of the most heartbreaking things i see is when an author puts a ton of effort into writing, editing, polishing, and finally publishing a bookonly to see it fail to gain traction in the marketplace. Brilliant ebook templates to design your next bestseller. Christian bloggers, authors, and writers public group facebook. For first time authors, there are now so many ways to get a book published. As a writer, you likely birthed your blog out of a desire to build an author. Because while blog posts are a great way to express your ideas, you cant help feeling theyre a little, well, fleeting. Word is easy to format and manipulate, which is why so many ebook authors choose to use it. In the audio and transcript, he outlines tips for blogging and also how to make money from your blog, and why writers have a real advantage as bloggers. This guide on how to work with book bloggers is a great source for authors who want to gain trust. May 01, 2020 why smart bloggers are perfectly positioned to become successful authors. The authors guide to working with book bloggers barb drozdowich. The future of book publishing has arrived by joel friedlander on october 16, 2017 12 comments back in 2012 when i had been blogging for two years, i had gotten to know the blogging community pretty well through top sites for bloggers like copyblogger, which has since turned into a multifaceted media and software company. We at book cave prefer jutoh for ebook creation because it gives us more control than most other ebook software out there, while still maintaining a friendly interface.

Why smart bloggers are perfectly positioned to become successful authors. Yaro has been blogging for many years and makes a fulltime income from his blog. How to become an ebook superstar books the guardian. But finding the one you want is like looking for a needle in a planetsized haystack. This means that you can reach out to them and pitch your book. Rachel mccollin running an author business seo has an air of difficulty around it. Six great blogs for indie authors publishers weekly. Steven lewis, a writer and blogger for the taleist, produced its fascinating survey of more than 1,000 selfpublished authors last month. Our editors have compiled a list of author blogs that they believe are truly outstanding.

Here are over fifteen textbased wordpress themes for 2020, designed especially for promoting your professional writing. If you are interested in getting the ebook version of the listings on this site, click here for more details. Book designers fiona raven and glenna collett book. Amanda hocking, the writer who made millions by self. The place where you find an updated list of book bloggers, organized by genre of interest. Having a preexisting blog audience will help you to promote your ebook once it is complete. Greg strandberg is the author of several novels and nonfiction books including his third marketing book for authors. Also, i really like the fact that you can search by genre. Allyson carter is an author who dips her toes into the suspense and romance genres in the edgy christian market. Space for authors, bloggers, writers, readers and books. Paid options include the ability to be promoted to.

You know some bloggers go pro and earn a living from their blogs. Book blogging is an evergrowing phenomenon there are more bloggers, and therefore more opportunities for authors, than ever before. She is the publisher of the hot sheet, the essential newsletter on the publishing industry for authors, and was named publishing commentator of the year by digital book world in 2019 in addition to being a columnist for publishers weekly. Bloggers readers available by emily v, head mod 38 posts 301 views last updated feb 25, 2019 11.

How to become an ebook superstar selfpublishing the guardian. March 28, 2019 leave a comment on how and why to order author copies from amazon kdp and ingramspark i use amazon kdp and ingramspark to distribute my paperbacks and both allow authors buy copies of their book at a reduced cost, so as soon as youve published your book via their platform you can submit an. It is chock full of good advice based on a survey of 715 book bloggers. Before you start, you need to make sure that you are using the right type of wordpress. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading free tools for writers, bloggers and solopreneurs. Wordpress is the most popular website builder among authors and writers.

Many bloggers have day dreamed about making the transition, but very few actually do. Keep in mind that when approaching a book blogger about your book. That way, i can check them out for next years list. Urban mystic is a fully editable indesign template and comes with a set of websafe fonts. What we value most in a blog is passion, extensive knowledge of all aspects of selfpublishing, consistency, and clean, clear, entertaining prose. Nov 05, 2019 rachel mccollin running an author business seo has an air of difficulty around it. Because while blog posts are a great way to express your ideas, you cant help feeling theyre a little, well. Any book blogger that is listed here has asked to be listed. Top 60 fantasy book blogs and websites in 2020 fantasy.

She lives in missouri with her husband, four children and three cats, where she homeschools her children, three on the autism spectrum. The cover image of the ebook might then be used as a graphical selling point on a website, and not used in the ebook itself. Free tools for writers, bloggers and solopreneurs kindle edition by banes, karen. If you dont agree with any of the selections or think i missed a spot, then share your faves in the comments below. It allows you the flexibility and freedom to build your website and grow your author profile to connect with readers.

The list ties in with the article, the authors dilemma. We all know that some fiction authors are making a killing selling digitalonly. This website is perfect for readers like me, who want to watch their book budget. Youre a blogger, which puts you in a perfect position to write a book. Build an author platform and sell more books with your blog ebook. Filter by genre to find romance book blogs, ya book blogs, childrens book blogs, fantasy book blogs, mystery book blogs, and hundreds more.

Gutentype 100% gutenberg wordpress theme for modern blog. With a cover page and seven interior page templates, urban mystic lets entrepreneurs, bloggers, and authors showcase their ideas with sophisticated style. As if this isnt already good enough, according to barb drozdowich, founder of the book blogger list, any book blogger that is listed here has asked to be listed. Christian bloggers, authors, and writers has 2,157 members. There are so many blogs out there by and for writers. How to blog for authors and writers the creative penn. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. How to find and reach influencers to help promote your book jane friedman as a writing coach and avid user of social media, one of the most heartbreaking things i see is when an author puts a ton of effort into writing, editing, polishing, and finally publishing a bookonly to see it fail to gain traction in the marketplace. Rachel mccollin, alli author member, discusses seo for authors bringing you all the tips and tricks you need to master seo. And if you are new to the world of book bloggers, consider having a read of the authors guide to working with book bloggers. Also offers a specific ability to promote box sets.

It can be indie authors who branch out into writing and publishing content articles or fulltime bloggers. You might feel like youre just out of the starting gate, but thats not true. Click for all our ebook blogs contentmo free books for. Best wordpress themes for writers, authors, and pro bloggers 2020 its time to make the most of wordpress for writers and authors. This website also allows the author to rate some of the. Authors, bloggers, writers, readers and books has 15,927 members. An ebook would be a big step up for you as a writer. This is a personal preference, however, as some authors choose to start their ebook with a typewritten title page instead. How to turn ebook publishing into a powerful blogmonetization.

Once you have a great topic that interests you, the next step is formatting your ebook to sell or give away. Most ebook manuscripts are typed using microsoft word. If youd like to hear about fantastic new books out, hidden gems, awardwinners and ebook deals, sign up to the lounge. The list below identifies blogs that i personally think are the best blogs for writers to read. Top 5 tips for authors working with book bloggers writer. The first part gives written practice to beginners, wellexperienced authors, bloggers, and freelancers. If a book blogger has expressed interest in multiple genres, they will be listed in each category.

She is the publisher of the hot sheet, the essential newsletter on the publishing industry for authors, and was named publishing commentator of the year by digital book world in 2019. Just publishing advice for authors, writers and bloggers. Book designers fiona raven and glenna collett book design. Jun 06, 2012 half of the selfpublished authors in the taleist survey earned less than. I prefer to read childrens books, urban fiction, self help, romance but not gritty, and dystopian fiction. Blogs about writers who happen to identify as female. Winner of a bronze award from the global ebook awards. Free tools for writers, bloggers and solopreneurs kindle.

But lets take a look at how many successful authors strategically use the world of blogging to advance their brand and promote a book. We build author sites, explain tech tricks, and report on the latest news and info on. The publishing business can range from traditional publishing where you need to find a literary agent and publisher, to independent selfpublished authors. How and why to order author copies from amazon kdp and. Ive selfpublished for the past six years, and this is the best so far. I meet so many people who have been thinking about their books for months, sometimes years. Updated in february 2020 to reflect the best book blogs currently online.