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TB has had a draining week, launching Heart of Ice. She appreciates everyone who’s helped out. She struggles to remember the title of the cowrite with Clare, who lets TB twist in the wind. She still doesn’t have a title for the Dagny project that seems to be taking forever. Lastly, TB shares a story about art and the Nazis, and Clare, the true podcast pro, swings it back to writing. Go Clare!
Clare had a mixed week. She spent time with friends. Yay! She hurt a finger. Boo! TB is shocked to learn Clare struggles with finger positioning… Clare’s bad streak continued, involving a painful trip to the dentist. In good news, her lockdown novella is a hit! It’s number one, not that Clare could find the list. On the writing front, Clare is back on her Xmas story, which is great news for all her fans. Clare and Christmas just go together, like mulled wine and cozy sweaters.
The intrepid duo turns to the topic: how to market your first book. TB cautions listeners that neither of them will share that magic trick that makes an instant bestseller because even though that’s what people want to hear, it simply doesn’t exist. They walk through twelve tips (yes, TB struggles with the math) to help not only launch your first book but build a strong foundation for your author career, because that’s the true secret sauce. Take actionable steps every time you publish to give your career legs. They strongly believe the little things you do each and every time pay off in the long run.
Do you have marketing tips for first-time authors?
Head over to www.lesbianswhowrite.com, and leave a comment on the episode. Or you can email them at: lesbianswhowrite@gmail.com.
Next week, the duo will discuss how to recover from the highs and lows of launch week to sit back down and do it all over again.
Thanks so much for listening!
Clare and TB
Links:
Clare’s Free Lockdown Story: www.clarelydon.co.uk/books/try-me-again/
Heart of Ice: lesbianromancesbytbm.com/books/heart-of-ice/
How to Build a Website: www.thecreativepenn.com/authorwebsite/