tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post3609103839945745561..comments2023-09-25T02:24:22.087-07:00Comments on Anne R. Allen's Blog: Social Media vs. a New York Times Book Review Cover: Which Sells More Books?Anne R. Allenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02420000168356370825noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-46066633541885348092013-01-27T21:26:16.526-08:002013-01-27T21:26:16.526-08:00Awesome Information Anne. I work on my social netw...Awesome Information Anne. I work on my social networking platform wallpost.Really great read. Thank for Share with us.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14380106699216152540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-20269610446190753822012-08-07T05:26:48.019-07:002012-08-07T05:26:48.019-07:00Social media data can tell you what is happening. ...Social media data can tell you what is happening. But, you must validate and enrich this data with in-depth, person to person conversationsMyLife.comhttp://searchwithmylife.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-81101901282400576022012-07-24T14:28:51.170-07:002012-07-24T14:28:51.170-07:00Fabulous article! I kind of want to read it again....Fabulous article! I kind of want to read it again. ;)Shannon Dittemorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07757781231485815876noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-71701785599487345702012-07-24T10:07:43.525-07:002012-07-24T10:07:43.525-07:00Judith--I didn't factor in the psychological e...Judith--I didn't factor in the psychological effect of a NYT Book review cover, and I agree that's a major factor. (Yes, I still fantasize) But it's great to hear from another writer who's been there that social media works.Anne R. Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02420000168356370825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-5197277008263906712012-07-24T06:23:50.831-07:002012-07-24T06:23:50.831-07:00Hi Anne! I couldn't agree more. Yes, I admit t...Hi Anne! I couldn't agree more. Yes, I admit that a NYT Book Review is pretty attractive, not to mention a good reason to feel more proud about your book, but nonetheless, creating a way to actually reach more audience and readers is more worth it. I've been using social media and I can attest its extensive benefits to my career.Judith Brileshttp://authoru.orgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-1033915149735544422012-07-22T05:39:05.874-07:002012-07-22T05:39:05.874-07:00Really enjoyed this post, Anne! I'm a newborn ...Really enjoyed this post, Anne! I'm a newborn in this techno world of marketing, so I really appreciate the shout-out.Marilyn Campbellhttp://marilyncampbell.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-71763419150164921542012-07-20T13:48:43.597-07:002012-07-20T13:48:43.597-07:00Somehow I missed this from last Sunday! Great advi...Somehow I missed this from last Sunday! Great advice, Anne. As usual. I love the new changes!Laura Paulinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06503090226508079501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-61918969290034900172012-07-19T09:42:26.754-07:002012-07-19T09:42:26.754-07:00Emily--Thanks!
Mohan--I'd like for publicatio...Emily--Thanks!<br /><br />Mohan--I'd like for publications like the NYT Book Review to stay relevant. I have to admit I didn't renew my subscription in March. I'm getting most of that info online (I do still read the New Yorker, though.) I think they're both addressing a smaller and smaller niche. <br /><br />It's true that not all of us can have CRH's spectacular success. Because she was already a "brand" she had the advantage. But I know of unknown, first time authors who have had big success with KDP Select promos.Anne R. Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02420000168356370825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-79897589771553112842012-07-19T05:41:28.708-07:002012-07-19T05:41:28.708-07:00Most of us realize that traditional media continue...Most of us realize that traditional media continues to be important but social media seems be gaining ground. Stories like Catherine’s are amazing, but seem to be hard to emulate!Mohanhttp://achildlostinflight.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-42469573120909886892012-07-18T19:28:04.875-07:002012-07-18T19:28:04.875-07:00Fascinating post, Anne!Fascinating post, Anne!Emily Brissehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03784086623918098981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-33644374842382680702012-07-18T09:13:32.518-07:002012-07-18T09:13:32.518-07:00Anon--It's not the end of the world. You shoul...Anon--It's not the end of the world. You should make full disclosure to the literary magazine if they accept it. If there's pay involved, you can't sell them first rights, so you will only get paid for "reprint" rights, which will be lower. But if they love the story, I'll bet they'll publish it anyway. <br /><br />Mark--Definitely author brand is the #1 factor for publishing either ebooks or paper. CRH already had a brand, so she was ahead of a lot of us. But for a writer starting out, Social Media is the best way of establishing that brand. And whether you're indie or Big 6, you'll be expected to have a social media platform. <br /><br />At least right now. Everything subject to change in an instant in this business.<br /><br />Coleen--It sounds as if you're doing everything right. Even if there were no "platform" issues, social media provides a free course in the publishing business and helps you meet lots of people who can help in your career.Anne R. Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02420000168356370825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-83707488185849664132012-07-18T07:22:27.715-07:002012-07-18T07:22:27.715-07:00Great info! So many changes to pub/marketing and I...Great info! So many changes to pub/marketing and I'm taking in all the info. It's almost been a year since I started blogging and social media and I've learned SO much. I highly recommend to writers not to wait, because it really takes a lot of time to learn and grow. Baby steps--but start now! :)<br />Thanks for keeping me informed Anne!Coleen Patrickhttp://coleenpatrick.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-29995886759896171002012-07-18T06:25:47.266-07:002012-07-18T06:25:47.266-07:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Ashton Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11421452957264707445noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-59569714313394845582012-07-18T05:57:15.197-07:002012-07-18T05:57:15.197-07:00Fascinating stuff, as always.
I'd be interest...Fascinating stuff, as always.<br /><br />I'd be interested to see statistics on how many print sales, as opposed to ebooks, are attributable to SMP activity.<br /><br />No question SMP is driving indie sales of ebooks, and pretty much essential for new names to get a foothold, but most mega-sellers haven't got SMPs of any significance yet continue to far, far outsell everyone else.<br /><br />The biggest selling point would still seem to be the author brand.mark williams internationalhttp://marwilliamsinternational.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-72129783194737879482012-07-17T23:05:02.279-07:002012-07-17T23:05:02.279-07:00Anne, I think I may have stepped in it. I had a sh...Anne, I think I may have stepped in it. I had a short story up on my blog for a week or so, then pulled it down and submitted it to a magazine. I didn't realize a story on my blog was considered officially published. Should I notify them?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-74953824057870827932012-07-17T19:05:01.736-07:002012-07-17T19:05:01.736-07:00Jenny--Thanks a bunch!
Mary, I'm so glad you ...Jenny--Thanks a bunch!<br /><br />Mary, I'm so glad you got the book, and I hope you find it helpful. (BTW, I love your picture.)Anne R. Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02420000168356370825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-53897388790898510492012-07-16T12:06:14.601-07:002012-07-16T12:06:14.601-07:00There's some great information in this post an...There's some great information in this post and thank you for sharing it. Plus, I went and downloaded the e-publishing book and am looking forward to see what it has to say! Thanks!Mary Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09429769115085903305noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-73794724886932505442012-07-16T12:00:19.284-07:002012-07-16T12:00:19.284-07:00Love the post, Anne! And I agree 100%.Love the post, Anne! And I agree 100%.Jenny Hansenhttp://jennyhansenauthor.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-81863805259688567702012-07-16T11:16:22.151-07:002012-07-16T11:16:22.151-07:00Cathryn--I love the idea of dancing on Twitter!
I...Cathryn--I love the idea of dancing on Twitter!<br /><br />I'm going to let Mark know you've got formatting experience. You may just get an email from him. Thanks!Anne R. Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02420000168356370825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-82066842174258395062012-07-16T11:01:10.815-07:002012-07-16T11:01:10.815-07:00@ Anne, that's just it. I'm not all that g...@ Anne, that's just it. I'm not all that good at cocktail parties (unless I can dance, so I suppose I just need to find the Twitter music to dnace to.. .lol) *grins*<br /><br />And while I'm sure I'm not the expert, but having been fromating modern documents (aka work instructions for bio-tech products) in Word for 10+ years, if you think I can help.... (cause that sort of thing intrigues me, he he). :}Cathryn Leighhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14816869021658935999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-14127635346630691882012-07-16T10:05:28.822-07:002012-07-16T10:05:28.822-07:00Melissa Rynbout left this great comment, but the s...Melissa Rynbout left this great comment, but the spamfilter elves decided to put it in the spam folder (and let through all the Ukranian porn spam) Maybe the regular elf is on vacation. Anyway, here's Melissa<br /><br />Melissa Rynbout says:<br /><br />Thanks again for an interesting and informative article Anne. I have long resisted the idea of social media networking; with a family to look after, and books to write, I thought I wouldn't have the time, nor the inclination. But I have to admit, after reading your blog, you've got me convinced, hence I've started a blog. Still finding my feet blog-wise but I'll get there. Still mulling over twitter, but this article makes a good case for it (I never thought about the domino effect of twitter). <br /><br />And of course, I'm very pleased that I've inspired you to start building your platform. There's lots of specific info on how to do it in our book, which is still FREE one more day!Anne R. Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02420000168356370825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-43168880350308589502012-07-16T09:40:45.877-07:002012-07-16T09:40:45.877-07:00Honey--So glad to help. There's a lot of info ...Honey--So glad to help. There's a lot of info out here in Interwebz, but it can be hard to find when you're starting out. Some people forget we were all newbies once. :-)<br /><br />Charmaine--Thanks much for the tweet. Sure hope you like it. And when it goes off the free list, it will still be $2.99 for another month or so. <br /><br />Jacqueline--You too! It's an awfully gloomy Monday here. :-(<br /><br />Anne--I LOVE your books! REMEMBERING YOU is FREE????? Everybody, if you like classic romance, this is the book for your beach reading. <br /><br />I think you're absolutely right that Twitter is key. Look forward to your post. <br /><br />Cathryn--As I say in the book, Twitter is like a big cocktail party. So you have to learn to schmooze one person at a time. "Kiss, kiss, love your work" then move on :-)<br /><br />And yes, there WILL be a hard copy. We're learning a lot about how 21st century prose--the kind with lots of white space and bulleting--does NOT translate well to paper. It's a formatting nightmare.Anne R. Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02420000168356370825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-15575762476351773102012-07-16T09:09:39.463-07:002012-07-16T09:09:39.463-07:00I'm struggling to set up my own network. twitt...I'm struggling to set up my own network. twitter just, I don't know, scares me... intimidates me.. makes me want to hide. But at least I have a facebook page now, and a blog. *makes not to verify she's got contact information onteh About Me page... and not at the way bottom*<br /><br />Ive always been a bit of a small circle of good friends girl, and I'm trying to figure out how to work myself into the potential of having a larger than I prefer circle of readers. (I'm having a similar issue when it comes to the parents of my kids friends... yup, shy - much).<br /><br />Anyway. I'm loving your E-age Book, waiting for the hard copy, jsut cause, and gigling at all I've read in it so far. :}Cathryn Leighhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14816869021658935999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-77753283722230208162012-07-16T06:39:45.778-07:002012-07-16T06:39:45.778-07:00Well it's Monday and I put my novel REMEMBERIN...Well it's Monday and I put my novel REMEMBERING YOU free for yesterday and today. I hope you'll pick up a copy. <br /><br />One thing I've found that really helps in sales (not so much for the free promo but for actual sales) is the retweeting by your friends. I think THAT is hands down the best way to success. (I'm gathering info for a post later in September after the freebie dies down.)Anne Gallagherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05816355522284492131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8385052143211121638.post-15878352038785895542012-07-16T05:52:23.989-07:002012-07-16T05:52:23.989-07:00Some real useful tips!
Thanks Anne!
Enjoy your ...Some real useful tips! <br /><br />Thanks Anne!<br /><br />Enjoy your week!Jacqueline Howetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13522485407848765933noreply@blogger.com