Get My Book Out There Podcast

In this episode, we explore how self-published authors can adapt to new technologies and innovative marketing strategies to boost book sales and build a community of dedicated readers. 📚✨

🔍 Key Takeaways:

1. Embracing Change: Learn how Susan and Narelle navigate the ever-evolving tech landscape to stay ahead in book marketing.
2. Kickstarter Success: Discover the step-by-step process behind launching a successful Kickstarter campaign.
3. Gut Instincts & Decision Making: Understand the role of intuition in making business decisions.
4. Diversifying Income Streams: Explore the benefits of memberships and subscription boxes for authors.
5. Balancing Innovation & Practicality: Get tips on when to adopt new tech and how to manage ongoing maintenance.

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Join Narelle Todd and S.E. Smith in this enlightening episode of "The Get My Book Out There Podcast." Today, we dive deep into the heart of diversity in romance writing. 🌍💖

Narelle and Susan discuss the importance of authentically representing different cultures and experiences in your stories. We share practical tips on how to create diverse characters that resonate with readers, whether you're writing about dragon shifters or Middle Eastern warriors. 🐉👩🏾‍🤝‍👩🏼

Key Points Covered:

1. Authentic Representation: Why diversity enriches your storytelling and how to portray different cultures with respect.
2. Research Tips: How to conduct thorough research to accurately represent various cultures, languages, and experiences.
3. Avoiding Stereotypes: The pitfalls of stereotypical characters and how to create nuanced, believable personas.
4. Personal Insights: S.E. Smith's personal experiences in writing diverse characters and how her background has influenced her storytelling.
5. Engaging Younger Audiences: Techniques to write convincingly about characters of different ages and backgrounds.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! How do you handle diversity in your writing? Share your experiences and tips in the comments below or send us an email. Also, as a reader, do you enjoy more diverse characters and worlds in your books? Let us know!

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In this episode, Narelle Todd and NYT Bestselling author, S.E. Smith, discuss the most common self-sabotage habits that hold authors back from reaching their full potential. Learn how to identify and overcome these pitfalls to boost your productivity, enhance your writing, and successfully market your books.

🔍 Key Takeaways:

• The importance of showing rather than telling in writing and how to master it.
• Why over-editing can be detrimental and how to avoid falling into the perfection trap.
• The impact of information overload and how to effectively implement what you learn.
• Strategies for overcoming the fear of success and criticism.
• Practical tips for making progress in your writing and marketing efforts.

Are you struggling with self-sabotage habits in your writing journey? Share your experiences and tips in the comments below! 

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Narelle Todd and NYT Bestselling author S.E. Smith share their experience of using AI and automation for self-published authors. Discover how these tools can streamline your admin tasks, enhance your writing, and supercharge your book marketing efforts without increasing your workload.

🔍 Key Takeaways:

• The evolving role of AI in book marketing and writing.
• How AI can improve your writing quality and editing process.
• Using automation to manage social media, email marketing, and other admin tasks efficiently.
• Ethical considerations and best practices when integrating AI into your author business.
• Real-life examples of AI tools like ChatGPT, Zapier, and Microsoft AI in action.

Have you tried using AI or automation in your writing or book marketing? Share your experiences and favorite tools in the comments below!

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Susan (S.E. Smith) recently dove into her first Kickstarter. In this episode, Susan and Narelle Todd discuss what they found out along the way and how to tailor the world of Kickstarter campaigns for self-published wide authors. 🌟✨

Discover how to harness the power of Kickstarter to boost your book sales, engage with readers, and create unique rewards that resonate with your audience… without losing your sanity!

🚀 Key Highlights:

1. Kickstarter Journey: Susan shares her first experience launching a Kickstarter campaign and the learning curve involved.
2. Timings & Planning: Narelle discusses the importance of realistic timings and planning for a successful campaign.
3. Creating Rewards: Insights into designing compelling rewards and tiers that appeal to backers.
4. Managing Fear: Overcoming the fear of failure and the importance of a positive mindset.
5. Organization Tips: Essential tips for keeping your campaign organized and stress-free.
6. Engaging with Artists: Finding the right artists and collaborators to bring your book world to life.

Visit Susan's Kickstarter below to see the amazing rewards and campaign.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sesmithfl/more-than-human-more-than-just-another-shifter-romance

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Welcome to a personal journey into the world of More Than Human! In this podcast, Susan (S.E. Smith) shares the inspiration behind creating this thrilling series and why she offered it as a Kickstarter.

The series all began with a question: What if humans were believed extinct in a world dominated by shifters? This idea sparked a creative fire that led to the development of the More Than Human series.

Join us as we dive into the themes of love, survival, and acceptance that drive the story. Discover how Susan's passion for storytelling and exploring unique worlds has shaped Ella and Ty's journey and set the stage for Mitchell and Jayden's adventures. Learn how Susan's experiences and imagination intertwine to bring these captivating characters and their world to life. And gain an understanding of why Susan's passion for immersing her readers in her worlds inspired her to launch her two new books in the More Than Human series on Kickstarter.

Thank you for being part of this journey with us!

🔍 Key Takeaways:

1. Inspiration and World-Building:

   S.E. Smith shares how the concept of humans being extinct in a shifter-dominated world inspired the thrilling and immersive More Than Human series.

2. Captivating Characters and Themes:

   The series introduces unforgettable characters like Ella, Ty, Mitchell, and Jayden, weaving themes of love, survival, and unity with intense romance and high-stakes action.

3. Stunning Artwork and Visual Storytelling:

   The More Than Human series features breathtaking artwork that enriches the story and offers readers a visually immersive experience.

4. Exciting Kickstarter Rewards and Community:

   Supporting the Kickstarter grants access to exclusive rewards and connects you with a community passionate about bringing this series to life.

5. Reader Experience and Emotional Journey:

   Readers are transported into a world of complex relationships and adventure, offering a thrilling and emotionally resonant experience.

💡 Highlights:

• The creative process behind developing the "More Than Human" series.
• How to make your Kickstarter campaign stand out.
• Balancing creativity and business in the self-publishing world.
• The importance of reader engagement and offering unique experiences.

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As children, we're taught to believe in the magic of connection. Whether it's the Tooth Fairy, Santa Claus, or the Easter Bunny, we're taught that when we believe in something strongly enough, it feels real. The same is true when it comes to marketing. If you can tap into the magic of connection with your reader avatar, you can create a powerful marketing force that will work wonders for your book sales.

Come behind the scenes of Narelle's Mastermind and her August sales activator challenge. Coming into the biggest book buying months of the year (September - December), Narelle challenged her Mastermind to start flexing their marketing and sales muscles so they have their marketing groove on when the last quarter of the year arrives.   In this podcast, Narelle shares the exact process for Authors and their marketing that she is taking her Mastermind authors through - with amazing results! You can do this too in your marketing so you are ready not just for increased sales now, but for a bumper last quarter sales.

When it comes to increasing book sales, you will need to step outside your comfort zone and try new marketing activities, ones that potentially scare you or you don't want to do but you know you need to. While this can be uncomfortable, it's important to remember that these new habits will help you reach new readers and increase sales. In this podcast,  Narelle shares an exercise she does with her Mastermind group to help them expand their belief in themselves and compound their business growth in 30 days. By challenging yourself and expanding your comfort zone, you'll be able to achieve greater book sales.

We have had some interesting and even curly questions asked over the years. As S.E. Smith is a wide author and not in Kindle Unlimited (KU), by far the most popular curly question from readers is, "How do I read your books for free?".   In this podcast, Narelle discusses the approach her and Susan use to respond to readers seeking free books. Rather than ignore, send to spam, or shame, Narelle and Susan's approach is to entice the reader to read the free books S.E. Smith makes available on her website with a view to converting the reader into a paying reader.    Click on the link below for our  Quick Guide which provides you with examples of curly questions we have been asked over the years and samples of our responses.   Areas covered in this Quick Guide include:

• Why Aren't You in Kindle Unlimited / KU?
• Where Can I Get Free Copies of Your Books?
• Price of Books
• 99c Promos
• Leaving Amazon

  Here is the link to click for the Get My Book Out There Quick Guide to Responding to Curly Reader Questions.