If writing and publishing a book is like giving birth to a child, then book marketing is like rearing it.

Marketing starts even before our books are published.

Book marketing is a skill: it takes knowledge, effort, and persistence to really be successful.

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

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

If writing and publishing a book is like giving birth to a child, then book marketing is like rearing it.

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