How to Build a Rejection Proof Author Platform in 2025
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Blog version: https://www.authormedia.com/how-to-build-a-rejection-proof-platform/00:00 Intro0:54 Platform Benefits3:00 Social Media Trap5:25 Reader-Focused Approach10:00 Why do you write?14:46 Why Social Media Doesn\'t Work23:06 A Better Way29:13 Platform Building Baby Steps36:02 Where to Find Answers39:48 Obscure No More47:43 Investing in Platform49:57 Publishing ParableYour author platform is your ability to spread the word about your book. As an indie author, your platform is directly linked with how large your book launch can be. Bigger platforms lead to bigger launches. All else being equal, traditional publishers always prefer large-platform authors to authors with no platform. So, how do you grow your author platform? This week’s episode is a webinar I recently presented. You’ll learn• Two myths about author platform• What you’ll need to build an enduring platform• Answers to three common questions from authors about email, social media, and money.Listen in or read the blog post to learn why having a solid author platform is crucial for indie and traditional authors. Find out how to build a platform that will give your book the best chance for success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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