Many self published and indie authors focus on preorders in ways that might not be the most effective when it comes to profit. Instead, focusing on connecting with your audience can help you presell your book and reach your readers. In this episode, you’ll learn about how Author Paula Y. Banks of Eion Books and Lit Kids Create used email marketing and the power of social media to sell out of her preorder book bundles. As well, Banks shares how her preorder funded editing for her authority book.
TAKEAWAYS
- How preorders help prevent coming out of pocket for self publishing
- Why she chose not to use Amazon for her presale
- How having a step by step processes for preorders makes your book launch easier
- How email marketing helped her sell out her preorder bundles
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Welcome of Guest Paula Banks
02:12 Paula's Experience Before A Preorder
03:03 Biggest Takeaways from Preorder Profits™ Course
05:11 What Changes Paula Will Do Next Time
09:05 How Preorders Ease Self Publishing Costs
10:47 How having an authority book increases options for clients
14:14 Rinse and Repeat Your Preorder Knowledge
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CONNECT WITH PAULA:
Website: https://paulaybanks.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com@authorpaulabanks
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Website: www.sheppublishinghouse.com/contact
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Profitable Publishing® is the podcast for coaches, consultants, speakers, and service providers who want to package their expertise into a profitable book to build their brands, attract clients, and create multiple income streams.
How do I use a book preorder to cover publishing costs?
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