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Where is publishing headed in 2025? Are we witnessing the end of traditional publishing or the birth of something new?
In this week's episode of Novel Marketing, we’re unpacking:

• The surprising trends reshaping the industry.
• Why successful indie authors are rejecting six-figure advances.
• How romantasy, premium books, and shifting political preferences are transforming bestseller lists.

And of course, we can’t ignore AI. We'll even see what AI has to say about the future of publishing and whether it can be taken seriously or not.Listen in or check out the blog version to discover what’s next for authors in 2025 and how you can adapt.

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Many authors feel stuck. They're toiling away in obscurity, and none of their promotion efforts seem to go anywhere.Success in publishing is as much about who you know as what you know. And sometimes, the lack of knowing the right people keeps you from finding success.We still live in a world that's run by human people, and your connection to those humans will lead to your success. If the word networking makes you feel awkward, you need to change your mindset.Networking is about relationships.So, how do you network with other authors, influencers, industry professionals, and customers at the bookstore? And how do you network in a way that makes you and the person you're connecting with feel amazing?I asked Steve Garrity. He's spent more than 20 years in sales and leadership. He coaches and develops others to thrive, and he is the author of the upcoming book Greatfruit: How Cancer Led to Living a More Fruitful Life. His book is currently live on Kickstarter and has raised over $10,000 in preorders.In this week's episode, you'll discover
·     How to change your mindset about networking
·     How to stop worrying about what to say when meeting people
·     Tools and tips for building and maintaining relationships in your networkListen in or read the blog version of this episode to gain the courage and tools to connect with people and bless them.

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Reader magnets are like real magnets. Sometimes, they aren't very magnetic, and other times, they're so magnetic that we can rapidly grow an email list of tens of thousands of readers.
A reader magnet is supposed to magnetically draw readers onto your list so that when you have a book to announce, lots of folks are ready and eager to learn more or buy.
But what if your reader magnet doesn't seem to be working?
In this week's episode, I interviewed Jonathan Shuerger to learn how his company, The Strategic Author, can help authors target their ideal market and create super magnetic reader magnets.
You'll learn

• How to gather intelligence on your target reader
• What questions you should ask to gather useful data
• How to use that intel to create a reader magnet they'll love

Listen in or check out the blog post version of this episode to discover why your reader magnet might not be having the impact you want and how you can make it more attractive.

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Learn six ways authors can use book QR codes to connect with readers and promote their books online and offline.

You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.

The post How to Use QR Codes to Boost Book Sales & Grow Your Email List appeared first on Author Media.

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To be published by a traditional publisher, you must find a good literary agent. Mary DeMuth shares tips on finding and retaining an agent.

You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.

The post How to Find a Good Literary Agent – with Mary DeMuth appeared first on Author Media.

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If your ebook sales are lagging, these 7 strategies will teach you how to market your ebook effectively with tactics specific to ebooks.

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Learn how podcasting a novel launched Scott Sigler's books to the NYT bestseller list, and how he's sustained his podcast for over a decade.

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The post How to Turn a Podcast into a Bestselling Novel – with Scott Sigler appeared first on Author Media.

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Learn how James Patterson got his start as a writer, how he maintains success, and how you can implement his methods in your writing.

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Learn how this AI tool can help you overcome writer's block by generating ideas and suggestions to spur your imagination and get you unstuck.

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Find out how authors who take advantage of affiliate marketing opportunities can earn income even before their books are published.

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The post Affiliate Marketing for Authors appeared first on Author Media.

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