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@sitaylorwrites
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Tip 59: How To Structure Your Chapters ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 10 useful tips to arrange and structure your chapters. Have that cohesive look that will keep readers flipping the page until the end. (at Miami, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDebgIHDkca/?igshid=uf70i4i5vll9
If you’ve read a good book you will sure go through real emotional drama with your fictional characters. (at Miami Lakes, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CC_XZ_bjOe0/?igshid=1ihfbq7otm39q
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Tip 57: Why It's Hard For Self-Published Authors to Get Reviews
Tip 57: Why It’s Hard For Self-Published Authors to Get Reviews
I recently subscribed to a newsletter from Happy Books and received my first newsletter a few days ago. I perused through the list and saw a few books that I wanted to read. They give the option of downloading and reading the book for free and after you’re done you could head over to GoodReads or Amazon to post a review. I decided that I wanted to support my fellow Indie author and I clicked on…
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Tip 56: Motivating and Uplifting Yourself to Write
Tip 56: Motivating and Uplifting Yourself to Write
I’m that type of person that I need structure and a plan in order to feel productive. If I don’t have a to do list then I feel as if I don’t have anything to do. This is specially true when I need to set aside time for writing. I realize that if I don’t plan it then it won’t happen. I also realize that if I don’t motivate myself to do it then it won’t happen either.
Below I share the top 10…
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Guilty Photographs ebook
She was sore and in pain. When her eyes focused, she realized that the thick liquid on the wet floor was her blood. When Barbara saw the photographs; revenge was next on her list. Barbara Wolf was not always a loner, paranoid, or greedy but she wasn't dealt a good hand in life or so she wanted to believe. When she woke up half naked, bloody, and bruised she knew that her situation had to improve. She sought out the only untrustworthy man she knew who could get her out of her misery only to be absorbed in a web of lies and death. But when her past actions caught up with her future, she must remember that not everything is what it seems and not everyone is who they say they are. The only way to really know is to identify the Guilty Photographs. Because now, the photographs of the dead are calling for justice. Guilty Photographs is a full-length gripping page turning thriller packed with suspense, pulse-pounding scenes, and unbelievable twists that will have you holding your breath. Fans of L.T. Vargus, Tim McBain, Mary Burton, and Mike Omer will enjoy this book. Trigger warning: This novel contains adult language, graphic violence, and sexual encounters.
PRAISED REVIEWS FOR GUILTY PHOTOGRAPHS “The genuineness of the characters made it easy to develop a connection with them while reading the novel. The images and scenes that took shape in my mind — along with the tension, the mystery, and the twists — sparked the detective in me thanks to the author’s descriptive writing style.” – InStoree from Onlinebookclub.org “I would recommend this book to anyone who likes gritty action thrillers with some darker story elements.” – Jessica “This book was very thrilling, it kept me on the edge constantly, it made me wonder all the time about what was really going on.” – Antonella
Visit Amazon for more reviews.
Tip 55: Are Book Awards a Scam
Tip 55: Are Book Awards a Scam
In my previous post titled How to Promote Your Book, in tip #3 I encouraged indie authors to enter book awards as a means to get their book exposed. I also provided links to credible book award contests where you can submit your book and win recognition as well as prizes if you win. However, I didn’t mention how some companies are looking to scam newbie authors into purchasing book award contest…
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Tip 55: How to Write a Believable Backstory
Tip 55: How to Write a Believable Backstory
Having characters that relate to readers is the most riveting attribute that most readers are looking for. Reading about not so perfect and human like characters is another characteristic that authors should incorporate in their writing.
I also enjoy reading about characters that resembles me physically, to include race and culture. Which is something that’s as minor as the minority status I fill…
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Tip 53: 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Launching Your First Book
Tip 53: 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Launching Your First Book
1. Rushing to
Finish writing
Publishing
Querying
Often times we as writers are so close to our own story that when we’re reading it we tend to fill in the blanks mentally and overlook typos, redundancy, minor mistakes, and grammar. The minute we finish writing and sometimes with one round of self-editing we’re already querying and emailing literary agents. And when that fails, we decide to…
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Tip 52: Which Social Media Platforms Should I use to Promote and Expose My Book
Tip 52: Which Social Media Platforms Should I use to Promote and Expose My Book
There are many social media platforms that you can use to promote and sell anything. However you shouldn’t join them all because you will feel overwhelmed. Trying to keep up with Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, Facebook, Pinterest, Linkedin, Youtube, your author site, your blog site, and now Tik Tok will make you want to pull your hair and quit trying.
In my humble and noble opinion, you should only…
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Make sure that your book is edited by a professional editor.
Write your blurb (This should’ve been done already).
Get a professional beta reader to read your book and comment on it (I had three I used Upwork.com or The Passionate Book Reader)
Get a paid review from a reputable website (I had my first from onlinebookclub.org and my second from readersfavorite.com)
Make sure that it’s a positive review.
Make a book trailer (post on Youtube) (I did this myself on iMovie and I used images and videos from Canva with a paid subscription but you can hire someone to do it for you)
Write a short bio about yourself (One or two sentences).
Research Youtube for booktubers of your genre. Make sure those booktubers have less than 500 views on their videos. They are more than likely to review your book. Often times they have a website where they have review submissions or they have their email posted on their Youtube profile for business inquires.
Offer to send them a copy of your book either a digital or physical copy or both.
Include the link of your Youtube video and the link to the complete review of your book as well as an excerpt of your review in the email.
Title your email as Book Review Request.
Use their name or website name or Youtube name in the salutation line.
Include the title, number of pages, publication date, where will it be available, author name, genre or sub-genre what other published author your book compares to, your book cover, has it had any awards or have you had any book awards, your website, social media, and thank them for their time.
Do not attach the pdf or epub of your book to the email. Give them the opportunity to request the book. If your book is already on sale, then they sometimes will purchase the book on their own so that they can add their comments on Amazon for a verified purchase.
Do not expect to get a positive review. More than likely if your paid review was positive then most of your reviews if not all will be positive as well.
These are the steps I took that helped me get my book in the hands of many readers. The most important objective for your book right now is exposure. Don’t get discourage stay positive and keep writing your next novel or short story.
Read the Example Book Review Request Below.
Hello [Angie],
My name is [S.I. Taylor] and I’m an indie author reaching out to [BookTubers on Youtube] to see if they are interested in reading my new thriller book titled [Guilty Photographs]. I’m a Hispanic female, law enforcement officer, U.S. Navy reservists, mother, wife and lover of all things cute and fluffy.
If you have a submission form that you want me to fill out via your website then I can submit my request via that outlet as well. Just reply to this email and provide me with your website so that I can submit my request.
Guilty Photographs is now available on Amazon and if you’re interested, I can send you a readable file and/or a physical copy for you to read and provide your honest review on your Youtube site, Goodreads, your personal blog, or Amazon. It has received a favorite readers award and positive reviews on Goodreads, Amazon, on social media, and other bloggers sites.
If you enjoy the thrill of a readable roller coaster ride of emotions, action, drama, and thrills then this is precisely what you should read. If you like to indulge in a book with amazing character development, growth, and relatability then look no further.
Thank you for your time and happy reading.
Title: Guilty Photographs
Author: S.I. Taylor
Amazon ASIN: B087XXXXXX
ISBN-13: 978-XXXXXXXXXX
Pages: 434
Genre: Thriller (Sub-genre: Suspense, Murder/Mystery)
Published: April 2020
She was sore and in pain. When her eyes focused, she realized that the thick liquid on the wet floor was her blood. When Barbara saw the photographs; revenge was next on her list.
Barbara Wolf was not always a loner, paranoid, or greedy but she wasn’t dealt a good hand in life or so she wanted to believe. When she woke up half naked, bloody, and bruised she knew that her situation had to improve. She sought out the only untrustworthy man she knew who could get her out of her misery only to be absorbed in a web of lies and death. But when her past actions caught up with her future, she must remember that not everything is what it seems and not everyone is who they say they are. The only way to really know is to identify the Guilty Photographs.
Because now, the photographs of the dead are calling for justice.
Guilty Photographs is a full-length gripping page turning thriller packed with suspense, pulse-pounding scenes, and unbelievable twists that will have you holding your breath. Fans of L.T. Vargus, Tim McBain, Mary Burton, and Mike Omer will enjoy this book.
Trigger warning: This novel contains adult language, graphic violence, and sexual encounters.
PRAISED REVIEWS FOR GUILTY PHOTOGRAPHS
“The genuineness of the characters made it easy to develop a connection with them while reading the novel. The images and scenes that took shape in my mind — along with the tension, the mystery, and the twists — sparked the detective in me thanks to the author’s descriptive writing style.” – InStoree from Onlinebookclub.org
“I would recommend this book to anyone who likes gritty action thrillers with some darker story elements.” – Jessica
“This book was very thrilling, it kept me on the edge constantly, it made me wonder all the time about what was really going on.” – Antonella To read a full review please click here Official Review: Guilty Photographs by SI Taylor
To read more reviews please click here Reader’s Favorite Book Review
To view the official book trailer please click here Guilty Photographs Book Trailer S.I. Taylor
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Tip 51: How to Write a Compelling Book Review Request That Will Get You Free Reviews Make sure that your book is edited by a professional editor. Write your blurb (This should've been done already).
Tip 50: How To Promote Your Book
Tip 50: How To Promote Your Book
You’ve finished writing your book and it has been polished and cleaned by a professional editor. Now what? What’s Next? People are going to flock to your book the minute you post it on your social media page and on Amazon. Sure you might get your friends and family to purchase a few copies and get a few likes on your social media but then that’s it.
Where’s the so many readers out there looking…
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