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Take the Leap Into Social Media

Tuesday, March 27th, 2012

Take the Leap Into Social Media!

While you may be aware of the recent onslaught of social media sites (such as Facebook and Twitter), you might not realize how beneficial these online communication and networking tools can be when promoting your books and your brand as an author.

The best part about social media? It’s free! These tools are fantastic free resources that enable you to connect with your readers and fans and spread the word about your writing. You can also connect with fellow authors and share about your books and your writing life. Most big house publishers expect their authors to have active social media accounts to interact with fans and readers. Millions of people are using social media networking sites every day — and you should be one of them.

In the coming months we will delve deeper into what these social media tools are and how you can best use them to your advantage. But first, let’s take a quick look at the most popular social media resources at your disposal. (more…)