Never use the phrase: 'buy my book' - ever.

Marketing starts even before our books are published.

Be knowledgeable in your niche, provide some information free of charge, and share other trustworthy people's free resources whenever possible.

At Brandies I discovered Feminism. And I instantly became a convert... writing brilliant papers in my Myths of Patriarchy class, in which I likened my fate as a woman to other victims throughout the ages.

As much as we don't want to hear it, book marketing is a huge part of becoming a successful author.

Don't give up before you get off your feet. Put the time in to learn what you can, build relationships, and develop quality content.

Never use the phrase: 'buy my book' - ever.