Bøker av Eleanor C. Whitney

When you write a book, your work doesn't end on publication day. In fact, a key part of your job as an author is to get your book into the hands of readers . . . and that means you need to promote it. But how to do that?In this interactive standalone companion to Promote Your Book, you'll find tips, exercises, and templates to get you started. From building your literary network to identifying your audience to planning social media posts and book tours, this workbook empowers you to create an individualized plan centered on authenticity and community. Regardless of your publishing pathway (traditional, self, or hybrid) and the kind of book you've written, you'll find the tools to make the process of promoting your book approachable, fruitful, and, most importantly, fun.Eleanor C. Whitney, who is also the author of Quit Your Day Job Workbook, draws on a wealth of firsthand experience promoting her own books, as well as her expertise in teaching artists to be business savvy.

"So, you've written a book-now what? Your next step is to find your readers and get that book into their hands. Eleanor Whitney offers perspective, practical advice, and checklists for shepherding your book baby out into the wider world, whether you decide to publish traditionally, self-publish, or however else. Learn how to build a literary community, and promote and sell your book"--

A practical guide and workbook for starting a creative business. As an artist, dreamer, or thinker, you may be looking for extra support with the practical aspects of entrepreneurship. This workbook helps you create structures to support your vision, clarify what success looks like for you, find the resources you need, and take your next steps. As you work through these helpful, jargon-free exercises, you''ll quickly find that the independent, creative life you imagine is within reach. The workbook can be used on its own or as a companion to Eleanor Whitney''s book Quit Your Day Job.

A practical field guide for creative people with great ideas for independent projects who want to achieve success and sustainability. Drawing on her years of experience helping people succeed with do-it-yourself projects based in independent publishing, music, food, art, craft, activism, and community work, Eleanor Whitney empowers you to clarify your vision, get organised, set goals, create a plan, raise funds, market, and manage your do-it-yourself projects. The book is full of real-life inspiration and creative business advice from successful, independent businesses owners and creative people with projects that began in the do-it-yourself spirit.