April Dates and 6 More Visibility Strategies
One way authors can make themselves newsworthy is to be able to tie into events on the calendar. So let’s take a look at a few big ones in April that you might be able to
Joanne McCall
April 8, 2024
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#1 Question Asked About Media
Authors ask me all the time, “How can I get more visibility and media exposure?” I get email, and I am questioned publicly on social media, in DMs, and at in-person events. It is with
Joanne McCall
April 1, 2024
5 Myths Authors Believe About Talking to the Media
My mission is all about authors. I help authors and business owners/entrepreneurs to get the media coverage and visibility that they want and need. Most want readers and to build their authority for a variety
Joanne McCall
March 25, 2024
Transition from an Author to an Authority
It’s one thing to be an author, but it’s something greater to be an authority. Most nonfiction authors want to be a credible authority. Fiction authors, on the other hand, need to build community with
Joanne McCall
March 18, 2024
Celebrating Connection, Reading, and Renewal for Authors
Photo: Joanne McCall March is a month filled with events to celebrate including St. Patrick’s Day, The Spring Equinox, Purim, and Easter. But did you also know March is National Reading Month? This is in
Joanne McCall
March 11, 2024
Portland’s Author Alchemy Summit
As authors and writers, we must constantly be thinking about how to get the word out about our books and our businesses. Last weekend was a lot of fun because nestled in the heart of
Joanne McCall
March 4, 2024
Unlocking Book Success: Mastering Author Marketing & Engagement Strategies
I am thrilled to say that this weekend I am at an event designed specifically for authors and writers called the Author Alchemy Summit in Portland, Oregon. I love conferences like this because it is
Joanne McCall
February 26, 2024
5 Ways Authors Can Speak More Powerfully
We live in a fascinating age. The era of social media, omnipresent cameras, and videos on platforms like YouTube have revolutionized how we communicate and express ourselves. Yet, amidst this digital renaissance, a crucial aspect
Joanne McCall
February 19, 2024
Authors Can Become Thought Leaders
You’ve probably heard the buzz about being a ‘thought leader’, right? But what does that actually mean for authors, and is it a goal worth chasing for you? Let’s break it down. Firstly, what’s a
Joanne McCall
February 12, 2024