Make Your Own News
If you are looking to build your status as an expert and build your author platform, write and publish a news release every week.
It can be an article about you, your expertise, an aspect of your book, the research you did before writing it, or you can look for an angle that ties in to a bigger story or event.
To gain traction, you will want to practice some or all of the following tips:
- Write and publish an article/news story every week.
- Be consistent.
- Be persistent.
- Share your news on your blog.
- Send it out via an email newsletter.
- Tie your story to a bigger event or breaking news story.
Where Can You Publish a News Release
The number one spot is on your own website, but if you want traffic you also want to look at distributing your news article. Here is a selection of online sites where you can publish your news:
- www.expertclick.com is a membership site where you can publish your news release and gain a lot of exposure. They will create a press room for you. There are various fee levels.
- www.prnewswire.com, they have free and for fee options and great tips for how to write a release.
- www.openpr.com
- www.patch.com
- npr.org
- pr.com
- www.newsvine.com
- www.prlog.com
- www.pitchengine.com.
- www.i-newswiretoday.com
- www.free-press-release.com
Author
One of my favorite things about BAIPA is its culture of generosity, the willingness — even eagerness — to share what we have each learned in the process of bringing stories to life. We provide educational programs, networking, marketing opportunities, encouragement, and information on industry vendors and services. And lots of one-on-one advice and mentoring.
We welcome all who have an interest in making connections within the world of independent publishing and learning more about how to publish and sell their work successfully. Together we are raising the standard of independent publishing and helping our members thrive.
Do join us!
—Becky Parker Geist, BAIPA Board of Directors, President
Quick Resources
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