These are unique and difficult times for many - and as authors, we're in a unique position to push lots of entertainment value out to the world. With escapism at an all-time high, now is the time to get busy and start promoting! In this episode we look at the things you can be doing right now to drive more interest to your book - unique things that work well in this environment. Additionally, we discuss some great newsjacking ideas to tie your book into the topic of Covid-19! Be well, stay safe - and don't forget to wash your hands. 🖐PS if you follow these tips, please tag me in social so I can see what you're doing: Twitter: @bookgalInstagram: @therealbookgalPublisher's Weekly is now free to the online community! You can sign up here: https://mailchi.mp/publishersweekly/our-commitment-to-the-book-community?e=8bda67f2a9How debut authors are getting creative with their marketing:https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/18/books/debut-novels-book-tours.html Supporting Bookjobs.org is a great way to encourage people to shop for books online but also support their local bookstores:https://bookshop.org/ --We love a good DIYer, but if you're ready to take your marketing to the next level, drop us a line and let's chat! Send us your feedback!Help shape our 2026 content by taking our 30-second listener poll! 📱Text Penny & Amy: send us your show feedback, burning marketing questions and new topic ideas! Text the word PODCAST to (888) 402-8940 to sign up to send us messages and receive new episode announcements. And don't forget to save our number! Check out our Book Marketing Jumpstart options if you're ready to take your brand, platform and SEO up a few notches. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Be sure you're following the show: by clicking the + Follow button on the top right of our show page. If you're already following you'll see a ↓ downward arrow. Locate Ratings & Reviews: Scroll down on our podcast page until you find the "Ratings & Reviews" section. Rate the podcast: Click on the stars to give the podcast a rating. Write your review: Under the star rating there will be the most recent review and just below that click "Write a Review" and compose your review in the text box that appears. Save: Once you've written your review, click "Save" to submit it. Can't use Apple Podcasts? Email us your review and we'll put it on our website: inf...

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