Halima Khatun, a former journalist with prestigious experience at ITV and BBC, has successfully transitioned from media to becoming an accomplished author and PR consultant.  With her background in media and communications, she's mastered both storytelling and book marketing, particularly through strategic PR and media outreach. 

In this episode:

• Journey from journalism to author
• PR strategies for self-published authors
• Media outreach techniques
• Building relationships with libraries
• Self-publishing vs traditional publishing
• Writing authentic diverse fiction
• Building author platforms

Resources mentioned:

• BBC, Good Housekeeping, Metro features
• Manchester Evening News coverage
• Asian Image publication features
• Local libraries network
• "Priceless Publicity" book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Priceless-Publicity-money-cant-buy-coverage-business/dp/191631838X

Book recommendations:

• "The Miracle Morning" by Hal Elrod: https://www.amazon.com/Miracle-Morning-Not-So-Obvious-Guaranteed-Transform/dp/0979019710
• "Queenie" by Candice Carty-Williams: https://www.amazon.com/Queenie-Candice-Carty-Williams/dp/1501196014
• "White Teeth" by Zadie Smith:https://www.amazon.com/White-Teeth-Novel-Zadie-Smith/dp/0375703861
• "Sofia Khan is Not Obliged" by Ayisha Malik: https://www.amazon.com/Sofia-Khan-Not-Obliged-heartwarming-ebook/dp/B0133MQQJU

Connect with Halima Khatun:

• Website: https://halimakhatun.co.uk/
• Author of the Secret Diaries Series: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Halima-Khatun/author/B084KN6P3S
• Newsletter signup: https://halimakhatun.co.uk/newsletter-sign-up/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/halimabobs/?hl=en 
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@halimakhatunauthor
• Blog: http://halimabobs.com/

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