Category Archives: Social Media
An Open Letter to the DM-ers
Dear Certain Authors, Imagine you went to a party and someone walked up to you unannounced and said, “Hello, my name is Pete, nice to meet you; I’m an author and I’d be really grateful if you would buy my … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, Auto-DM, Blog, Book Promotion, Open Letter, Peter Carroll, Twitter
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Building Bridges
My first novel, In Many Ways, came out four years ago. I sometimes find it hard to believe that I have since written five more, but I have. In that time, I’ve struggled to find the winning formula to kick-start … Continue reading
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Tagged Adam Stark, Author, Blog, Book Promotion, Cross-promotion, Peter Carroll, Stark Realites, Writing
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Getting Your McVoice Heard!
As an indie writer, with limited resources and back-up, it can sometimes feel like you’re on your own as far as promotion and selling is concerned. You’re not really of course – family, friends, Dave Lyons at Ravencrest and some … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, Blog, Book Promotion, McVoices, Peter Carroll, Writing
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Confessions of a Twitter (M)User
Soon after the release of my first novel in August 2011 I was encouraged by the publisher to join Twitter. The rationale: it’s a free marketing tool, with a proven track record for helping people promote their books. I have … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, Blog, In Many Ways, Pandora's Pitbull, Peter Carroll, Twitter
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Do I Need To Have Some Klout?
Whoa! What was that? I am sure I just saw an important guy with no clothes on walking down my street! Does no one else see him? Really? But, he’s naked! Butt naked! As a part-time writer, a long way … Continue reading
