Monday, October 31, 2011

Why Authors Should Cross-Promote with Other Authors

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Why Authors Should Cross-Promote with Other Authors

I’m sure you’re familiar with the saying that two heads are better than one, well it also applies to promoting your book. Writing can be a solitary experience as we spend days toiling away on our computer. Thanks to the internet and social media, I’ve met a whole bunch of versatile authors—thirty five to be exact, and let me tell you, it has been the most exciting time of our career. We were brought together by best-selling author, Melissa Foster to help her launch her new book, Come Back to Me with a special promo of selling our books for 99 cents only—thirty six books for 99 cents. Great deal, right? Definitely not one you find everyday.

Despite living in different parts of the world, we managed to communicate daily, sharing one goal—to help one another succeed. We all worked hard to promote one another on Facebook, Twitter and other social media networks. We conducted author interviews, guest blogs and shared book reviews, all in the hope to create buzz for the book launch and to let the people know who we are. But that wasn’t all . . . As the days began to unfold, a strong bond between us developed, and we didn’t only see ourselves as authors who wrote and promoted books, but as humans who savored friendship. The relationship we have has allowed us to share our days of triumphs and voice out our frustrations. A listening ear, a praise, and a kind word reassured us that we would always be there for each other through thick and thin. It was one for all, and all for one—a commitment we all made and kept.

I am immensely blessed by the loyalty, kindness and friendship we shared in the past month. I’ve come to realize that working together with other authors is the most powerful tool an author can do to promote their book, yet at the same time, it’s the most rewarding feeling you’ll ever have. I’ll never be alone—I have thirty five authors who have played an instrumental role in my life and whom I’m proud to have as my friends. Thank you guys!

So come join us on November 1-3 at http://womensliterarycafe.com/, as we celebrate the Book Launch of Melissa Foster’s book, Come Back to Me. United we stand, bringing you books from all genres for a 99 cent delight.

11 comments:

  1. Well put Geraldine. I echo your sentiments and thank you for your friendship too! Cheers to the wonderful future that lays before us!

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  2. I'm honored to be part of this project. What a wonderful adventure!

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  3. This is a very useful post, Geraldine. I'm looking for some historical novelists to link up in this manner.

    Martin Lake

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  4. Geraldine, It has been a sincere pleasure getting to know you and this entire group of supportive authors. I'm excited that readers will also be able to purchase everyone's books (along with Melissa Foster's much anticipated new release, COME BACK TO ME) for only 99 cents. I'm sure that they'll discover new authors that they'll enjoy reading for years to come! Cheers, Carrie

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  5. A greater group of writer friends I do not have. It has been a PLEASURE and a PRIVILEGE getting to know you, Geraldine, and I look forward to working with you (and everyone else) for a long time to come!! ツ

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  6. Lovely, Geraldine! It has been a fantastic journey together,and I really hate for it end. I say we should keep this going! I value all of the new friendships I have made. I look forward to working with you guys in the future. :)

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  7. You all echo my sentiments. This is an amazing and supportive group of talented authors that I have been privileged to be a part of. I can't believe the big day is finally arriving! GO 99cent TEAM!!!

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  8. Awesome post, Geraldine! I couldn't agree with you more. It has been a pleasure and honor working with everyone and I hope to continue as a team into the future.

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  9. Thank you so much, guys! It's been an exciting journey and I'm so glad to be a part of this event with all of you. I know we'll be friends for a long time. You can always count on me for support.
    @Martin,I'm sure you'll find authors who write historical fiction at our event tomorrow. If you become a part of the Women's Literary Cafe, we will help promote you. Check out www.womensliterarycafe.com for more info. Thanks for stopping by.

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  10. Like R.S. Guthrie commented, I don't belong to a group of authors committed to promoting each other's work. So I look forward to looking into your website for more information as well! Cross-promotion sounds like a powerful tool.

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  11. @Cindy, cross-promotion had proven to be a very effective tool. Our sales are trickling in and it's nice to have the support of other authors. Come visit our site today at http://womensliterarycafe.com/ where we are selling books for 99 cents. If you join our site, we will help promote your books. Thanks!

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