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Struggling to reach the right readers for honest book reviews?
If you’re having a hard time getting your book in front of the right readers, feel free to share what you’re struggling with. I’m happy to share what I’ve learned and what has been working for me. 😊📚
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@A.v Blackmoor Absolutely, no problem at all! I completely understand how challenging it can be to get your book in front of the right readers, especially when you’re looking for genuine and honest reviews. I’d be happy to share what I’ve learned and what has worked for me so far. Sometimes connecting with other authors and sharing experiences can make the process a lot easier. What part are you finding the most difficult right now, finding the right readers, getting honest reviews, or reaching people who are genuinely interested in your genre?
All writers & all genres welcome!
What genre is your current manuscript? Have you published before or will this be your first?
All writers & all genres welcome!
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@Sophia Holloway Hi! That’s exciting, romance is such an engaging genre to write in, and I wish you the best with your manuscript. I’m also involved in the publishing and writing space, particularly with children’s books and helping authors bring their projects together for publication. I always enjoy connecting with other writers and hearing about what they’re working on. What kind of romance are you writing, and how far along are you with the manuscript?
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@Callie Hart That’s great! Horror and sci-fi horror can create such compelling stories, especially when you blend suspense, atmosphere, and imaginative worlds. It’s also nice that you already have publishing experience while still staying open to learning and improving. I’m looking forward to connecting and seeing what you’re working on. What inspired you to start exploring horror and sci-fi horror?
Publishing Platforms
What platform(s) are you using to publish your book and why?
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@Danielle Marietta I use Amazon mostly.
What's the Biggest Lesson Self-Publishing Has Taught You?
One of the biggest lessons I've learned about self-publishing is that finishing the book is only the beginning. Writing, editing, designing a great cover, choosing the right keywords, marketing, and connecting with readers all play a role in a book's success. I've also learned that progress doesn't have to be perfect. Every book teaches something new, whether it's about formatting, advertising, building an author platform, or understanding what readers are looking for. For those who have been on this journey for a while, what's the most valuable self-publishing lesson you've learned that you wish you'd known before publishing your first book? I'd love to hear your experiences and tips.
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@Val Ploumark Absolutely. Sometimes waiting for everything to be perfect can keep us from making any progress at all. Taking action, learning along the way, and improving as we go can be far more valuable than endlessly trying to get everything right from the start. What’s one thing you’ve been holding back on because you wanted it to be perfect first?
The Decision Before Publish Day
Something I keep noticing: two authors can write equally good books, market them the exact same way, and still get completely different results. After digging into a few cases, I found the difference always traced back to one decision made before either of them ever hit publish. Curious if anyone else has noticed this too?
3 likes • Jul 28
@Adam Erhart That’s such an interesting observation, and I completely agree that the decisions made before publishing can have a huge impact on how a book performs. Sometimes it’s not just about the quality of the book or the marketing, but the strategy and foundation put in place beforehand. I’d be really interested to hear what that one key decision was that you found made the biggest difference. What was it?
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