What\u2019s are some of the differences in the life of an author who shies away from the public view and one who gets out among his or her readers?<\/p>\n
\u2022\tThe one who attends book festivals, signings, conferences and other events, sells books and makes important connections.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tThe one who does speaking engagements on the topic of his\/her book, influences more people to purchase the book than those who simply promote online.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tThe one who constantly puts his or her name out there through articles\/stories, a newsletter and other such means, sells more books and meets more potential customers and others of influence in his\/her field or genre.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tThe one who makes him or herself visible on the Internet through a website, active blog, exposure on other websites and blogsites, is more well-known.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tThe one who seeks out interview opportunities via radio, podcasts, etc., will have a larger following\u2014reader-base. <\/p>\n
\u2022\tThe one who studied the publishing industry even before becoming an author and continues to stay plugged in, will have a greater understanding of the industry, book promotion and so forth and has a greater chance for success.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tThe one who joins up with other authors and professionals in the industry and participates in the offerings of the clubs and organizations they join, have a greater chance for success.<\/p>\n
Those who do not do any of these things, are less likely to sell more than 100 books total. Unfortunately, this is nearly 80 percent of authors. <\/p>\n
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