Tips from an ex-Book Publicist...

[Richard Sutton]

An online book promotion and marketing outfit I've used with a small measure of success is the Fussy Librarian. I found this recent posted interview with Jane Heller contained a lot of good information for new authors regarding getting publicity for their books...

 

[Alistair Roberts]

Gives me an idea, a medieval novel should probably be promoted by having book signings in various castles

 

[Nicole Wilson]

Gives me an idea, a medieval novel should probably be promoted by having book signings in various castles

Huh - I wonder if I could justify thrillers being promoted in a castle....

 

[Paul Whybrow]

Huh - I wonder if I could justify thrillers being promoted in a castle....

You could try getting arrested in as many of your local police stations as possible, while you gave readings of your novel! Just remember—there's no such thing as bad publicity.

 

[Paul Whybrow]

It's just occurred to me that I could be in trouble myself, should I follow this book promotion advice. My WIP is called Who Kills A Nudist?

If I attempt to promote this psychological thriller at nudist colonies, everyone will be aware of my shortcomings!

 

[Emurelda]

You could try getting arrested in as many of your local police stations as possible, while you gave readings of your novel! Just remember—there's no such thing as bad publicity.

This is just too funny! But i have to add that a comedian has already tried this stunt by 'teefing' his own DVD from a Central London store . Lee Nelson the alter ego, if I recalled that right.

 

[Emurelda]

Gives me an idea, a medieval novel should probably be promoted by having book signings in various castles

Not a very 'high street' location is it unless it's Cardiff Castle. There's a Nero nearby

 

[Alistair Roberts]

Carlisle Castle is smack dab in the middle of town, more or less. I've actually been there. I'd upload a picture, but that's not working??

 

[Emurelda]

Lol! Here's an upside down pic of my kids and their friends at the top (or bottom) of the castle whichever way round you look at it! Smack bang in the middle of town.

I wish we could change orientation on here. Lol! I just find it funny.

 

[Alistair Roberts]

I wonder if uploading will work this time... apparently so

 

[Carol Rose]

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Lol! Here's an upside down pic of my kids and their friends at the top (or bottom) of the castle whichever way round you look at it! Smack bang in the middle of town.

I wish we could change orientation on here. Lol! I just find it funny.

Beautiful children!

 

[Katie-Ellen]

I wonder if uploading will work this time... apparently so View attachment 950

It's a fantastic castle. Poor Carlisle.

 

[Patricia D]

An online book promotion and marketing outfit I've used with a small measure of success is the Fussy Librarian. I found this recent posted interview with Jane Heller contained a lot of good information for new authors regarding getting publicity for their books...

Interesting blog - thank you for posting it