Indie Author Magazine

Get the Most Out of Your Backlist: A Practical Guide


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Join our hosts for an insightful exploration into the world of backlist marketing with their latest episode, delving into Michael LaRon's article, "Backlist Marketing for Indie Authors: Maximize Profits," they unravel strategic tips for indie authors looking to breathe new life into their previously published works.

Discover how to assess and refresh your book covers, descriptions, and marketing materials, and learn strategies for driving traffic to your backlist that don't have to break the bank. Whether you're looking to make small tweaks or significant changes, this episode guides you on a step-by-step journey to making your older titles work as hard as your new releases.

Timestamps for Key Segments:

  • Introduction to Backlist Marketing (00:00:59)
    We kick off the episode with an overview of the importance of backlist marketing for indie authors.

  • Step 1: Review and Refresh Your Books (00:02:10)
    Discussion on assessing book covers, descriptions, and back matter to keep up with current trends.

  • Step 2: Upgrade Your Marketing Materials (00:06:23)
    Insights on updating autoresponders, considering new editions, and creating professional mockups.

  • Step 3: Drive Traffic to Your Backlist (00:09:51)
    Tips for utilizing your website, newsletters, ads, and direct sales to effectively promote older titles.

Join us for this deep dive into actionable strategies that can help you unlock the full potential of your backlist, ensuring your writing keeps reaching new readers without burning you out!

Happy listening, and happy writing!

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