Extol – definition: to praise highly; laud; eulogize

As writers we have to wear many hats. Author, editor, researcher, social media promoter, public speaker and many more. To plunge into the marketeer role can be daunting, we have to leave our comfort zone and reach out to the public at large. Extolling our novels to others seems uncouth from the safety of our solitary endeavors. We have nurtured and cherished our characters throughout their story. What if others do not love them as we do?

We test the waters, so to speak, with friends, family and beta readers. Favorable reviews boost our confidence in the work. Then comes the promotional plan. Where do we promote? How do we extol our work without spamming social media? Where are the best places to promote for our genre?

I am sharing some useful links, as each author’s preferences are different as well as comfort level in promoting.

Take from these the information relevant to you and your genre. I hope they help demystify the process a little.

Links:

http://chrismcmullen.wordpress.com/2013/04/12/effective-book-marketing-part-1/

http://chrismcmullen.wordpress.com/2013/04/13/effective-book-marketing-part-2/

http://chrismcmullen.wordpress.com/2013/04/14/effective-book-marketing-part-3/

http://mixtusmedia.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-promoting-a-book-part-one-the-essentials

http://mixtusmedia.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-promoting-a-book-part-two-timeline

http://www.liferichpublishing.com/AuthorResources/General/Beginners-Guide-Book-Marketing.aspx

http://www.authormedia.com/89-book-marketing-ideas-that-will-change-your-life/

http://www.yourwriterplatform.com/promote-and-market-your-book/