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Confessions of a ragged trousered author:

As modest as I am:) having six best-selling titles on Amazon sounds impressive.

But, let me share a little secret …

We all know the vast majority of authors are lucky to sell a few hundred books, and then literally overnight, they fade into the darkest recesses of Amazon; never to be read again.

Nonetheless, writing is my obsession, yet I knew I’d be lucky to sell a few hundred copies. But, I felt a little reward would be nice. So I began thinking differently.

Not having the luxury of a big budget to promote myself I felt using Amazon’s promotional tools were the key. So I created free book promotions for all of my titles.

Yes. I gave away everything I’d worked months and months on away for free. All in the hope it would reach number one in its category.

This approach has worked five-times. (My first number one was published by a small publisher – who knew their stuff).

Writing books can be an expensive hobby, as you may well know. You'll need a great cover, excellent editor, extra software to present and promote yourself effectively.

And, just as importantly, discipline, to keep going – if only for twenty-minutes a day.

I know it sounds a little egotistical to say you’re a best-selling Amazon author. But I’d only say this to like-minded people, or joke with friends at work when I’m doing some rubbish job, you’d expect an apprentice or labourer to be doing! 😊

And for me, being self-employed and spending time either building, writing, mentoring, or creating websites doesn’t make the slightest difference whether I'm a best selling author. Though it gives me a little confidence when I put myself in front of my peers – like now:)

The great thing about my little experiment is that it can work for you too.

Here’s a couple of quick tips to consider when choosing a free book promotion:

·        Do your homework and checkout the competition.

·        Choose the most suitable category and sub-categories; add an obscure one too - if you can get away with it.

·        Timing: Does you book feature a particular time of the year? Is there an important day in the calendar when people maybe searching for books like yours? If not, maybe choose a weekend launch when people have more time on their hands.

·        Check what is number one in each category and if its promotion is coming to an end. They usually last around four days.

·        Possibly consider changing category if there is no traction after a day. Not sure how many times you can do this. But, I recall I did once.

·        Ensure you are in suitable Facebook groups. Interact, post, share and like others posts.

·        Keep up to speed on your Facebook and LinkdIn networks. Like and share others stuff too. It doesn’t cost a penny to be nice!

·        For the days the promotion runs become as thick-skinned as a politician. Post regularly on all of your favoured social media sites. Plus email, text and call friends.

·        Nudge friends again. Nudge people on social media (again). Don’t be shy. It’s only four days out of 365 that you’re going to be a pain in the arse.

·        Voila! You are now an Amazon bestseller. Don’t forget to say thank you to all those that helped!

The books I wrote to become best sellers were all pretty short. More like novella’s, I was told. (Before I knew what a novella was!:))

I’m currently finishing my first historic novel. And must admit it’s pretty hard going to find time. But I’m getting there. And will probably use the above method to get a little traction. I’d love to make it seven time best selling Amazon author. But that might be my ego talking😊

Please stay in touch and let me know if you try a free book promotion.

Also, see if our approach to book funnels works for you too. I’ve always believed in the power of mutuality for authors and creators!

Goodluck 😊

'Mark has created a wonderful e-book of my blog articles, which looks very professional and is easy to present to my clients. I would recommend Mark's work to everyone who needs a great copywriter with a friendly personality.'

~ Lina Kochanske

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