Book Marketing Tip #9: Make it easy for readers to connect with you

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The information that follows on this page is from the 2013 edition of the Smashwords Book Marketing Guide, which will remain here for historical purposes only.


Book Marketing Tip #9:  Make it easy for readers to connect with you

Whether your write fiction or nonfiction, at the end of your book, make sure you have a short “About the Author” section.  If a reader just took the time to finish your book, they’re probably curious to learn more about your background and inspiration.  Tell your readers how they can connect with you online via email, or your web site, blog, Smashwords author page, Twitter, Facebook, etc.  Make it easy for your reader to form a relationship with you, even if that relationship is as simple as following you on Twitter.