Naleighna Kai's Literary Cafe Magazine May - Mother's Day Issue | Page 68

5 Ways to
Meet New Readers
Online
Meeting readers is your number #1 goal for
your promotion. Below I offer five ways you
can get in front of readers. Pick one or two
and add them to your monthly promotion
plan and start introducing your book to new
readers.
1. FACEBOOK GROUPS – I love FB
Groups. They are one of the best ways to
meet readers without leaving the comfort of
your home. A lot of writers belong to more
than 10 groups, but aren’t actually utilizing them to build relationships. They
are drive by promoters hoping their graphic will attract new readers. I don’t
recommend this method. Take time once a day to pop inside a FB group and
interact with the members.
If you have time, I recommend creating a group for your readers. You can pop
in daily and chat with your readers. Or you can schedule book chats and discuss
your latest book. Beverly Jenkins, one of my favorite authors, hosts a monthly
book discussion and the chats a very lively.
Don’t sleep on the FB groups; they are great for meeting readers and for
networking.
2. ONLINE RADIO – Radio hosts are always looking for new guest to feature,
and you can be that featured author they are looking for. Set up interviews with
a few online radio shows. Most are live with call in sessions, so you’re able to
talk with the listeners.
Another suggestion is to create your own online radio show. Invite a fellow
author or two and create a show that’s all about writing.