Sunday already! Where has the weekend - never mind the week - gone?
I'm 20,000 words into my new novel, and trying to kickstart the promotion machine for 24 Hours: London. It definitely needs to be revved up a gear, but I'm finding it all slightly embarrassing. I'm learning it's hard to promote yourself (or your products). I used to work in PR, so I should find it easy. I had no problem ringing up the media regarding gigabit ethernet or semiconductors (really exciting stuff). So why do I find this difficult?
I need to get over myself and my (relatively false) modesty - because I do think it's a good book and I am proud of it! - and spread the word.
But if anyone out there has tips on how to promote your book without the cringe factor, I'd love to hear them!
Hi Marsha
ReplyDeleteHave you stopped by chrisbrogan.com recently? He has just released his book and is promoting it something chronic - you might be able to pick up a few ideas? I'll have to grab myself a copy, in the meantime, good luck with the promo!
Thanks, guys! Great ideas. I have checked out Chris Brogan - his promotion is fierce. As for Cory Doctorow... as a fellow Canadian maybe he'll help me!
ReplyDeleteThanks again!