Thomas Umstattd Jr.

Novel Marketing

Arts EN ↓ 504 episodes

The longest-running book marketing podcast in the world. This is the show for writers who want to build their platform, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about. Whether you self publish or are with a traditional house, this podcast will make book promotion fun and easy. Thomas Umstattd Jr. interviews publishers, indie authors, and bestselling traditional authors about how to get published and sell more books.

Author

Thomas Umstattd Jr.

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Arts

Podcast website

www.authormedia.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

How to Crowdfund Your Book 03.08.2022

Learn how to solve your cash flow problem with these tips for crowdfunding your book before it's published. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Crowdfund Your Book appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Diversify Your Income as an Author 27.07.2022

Few authors make a living on book sales alone. Learn how Joanna Penn generates income from over 120 writing-related sources. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Diversify Your Income as an Author appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Get Better at Public Speaking with Jane Jenkins Herlong 20.07.2022

Tips and advice for securing your first speaking engagement, nailing your presentation, selling books, and getting invited back. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Get Better at Public Speaking with Jane Jenkins Herlong appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Hybrid Publishing 13.07.2022

Is working with a hybrid publisher the right decision for you? Learn the pros and cons of hybrid publishing and how to explore your options. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Hybrid Publishing appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Promote Your Book Using AuthorsXP.com with Amy Vansant 06.07.2022

I love introducing authors to tools that can make their writing lives easier. Some tools help you write better, publish more easily, grow your email list, and increase your readership. Different tools work for different authors, so I’m not dogmatic about which tools you should use. However, I do know of many scams. You’ll never […] You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post...

Write Bestselling Pitches by Avoiding These 10 Copywriting Mistakes 29.06.2022

If you want to write bestselling pitches for your book, be sure to avoid these 10 copywriting mistakes! You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Write Bestselling Pitches by Avoiding These 10 Copywriting Mistakes appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Record Your Own Audiobook Using Hindenburg Narrator 22.06.2022

According to The NPD Group, ebook sales for traditionally published books went down in the first half of 2021. Meanwhile, the most recent data for audiobooks states that sales are up by 12%.   Do I need an audio version of my book? The data is clear. You need to have an audio version of your […] You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Record Your Own Audiobook Usin...

7 Business Mistakes That Ruin Author Careers 15.06.2022

Having an author business plan can save you time and money. Learn the most common business mistakes authors make and how you can avoid them. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post 7 Business Mistakes That Ruin Author Careers appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Conduct Your Own Media Tour (without hiring a PR Firm) With Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith 08.06.2022

Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith shares pro tips for getting booked on podcasts, radio, and TV by scheduling your own author media tour. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Conduct Your Own Media Tour (without hiring a PR Firm) With Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Grow Your Email List Using Delicious Reader Magnets with Tammi Labrecque 01.06.2022

Learn how to create a reader magnet (or lead magnet), what to do with it, and how to deliver it to grow your email list. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post How to Grow Your Email List Using Delicious Reader Magnets with Tammi Labrecque appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Get the Most Out of Scrivener 25.05.2022

Scrivener is a popular writing software for authors. Learn about some of its best features in our interview with David Lee Martin. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Get the Most Out of Scrivener appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Why do good books fail to sell while poorly written books fly off the shelves? 12.05.2022

Learn the 3 reasons some average books are perennial bestsellers while other well-written books aren’t. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Why do good books fail to sell while poorly written books fly off the shelves? appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Innovative Indie Marketing with S.D. Smith 29.04.2022

Independent authors need marketing tools and skills to be successful. Learn how one indie author reduced his reliance on gatekeepers and sold books directly to his readers. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Innovative Indie Marketing with S.D. Smith appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

10 Reasons to Delay Your Book Launch   06.04.2022

Find out why you should delay your book launch, how long you should wait, and what to do in the meantime to improve your book's chances of success. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post 10 Reasons to Delay Your Book Launch  appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Use Goodreads to Promote Your Book 30.03.2022

Goodreads is one of the most effective social networks for authors. Learn how to use Goodreads to connect with readers and sell more books. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Use Goodreads to Promote Your Book appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Effective Book Cover Design 23.03.2022

A bad book cover can ruin all your marketing efforts. Learn what makes a good book cover in this interview with a top cover designer. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Effective Book Cover Design appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Get a Professional Email Address 16.03.2022

Your email address might be the first thing an agent or editor sees. Learn how to make a good first impression with your email address. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Get a Professional Email Address appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Facebook Advertising for Authors 09.03.2022

Facebook can be useful for authors if you use it in the right way. Find out how you can use Facebook to help you sell more books. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Facebook Advertising for Authors appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Launch Your Book on a Budget 23.02.2022

Is your book launch budget filled with expenses or investments? Learn how and where to spend your time and money to get the greatest return. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Launch Your Book on a Budget appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Launch Your Book in 2022 16.02.2022

Your book deserves a well-planned, effective book launch. Learn how to maximize sales in those all-important first 30 days after release. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Launch Your Book in 2022 appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Build an Author Brand with David Loy 09.02.2022

Learn how to create an author brand that communicates your message and your reputation in this interview with digital marketing expert David Loy. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Build an Author Brand with David Loy appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Speed Up Your Author Website 02.02.2022

If your author website doesn't show in Google's search results, make sure you've removed these website speed bumps. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Speed Up Your Author Website appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Everything Authors Need to Know About Writing in Atticus 26.01.2022

Authors typically use different software tools for everything from plotting to typesetting. But now authors can use one efficient multitool from start to finish. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Everything Authors Need to Know About Writing in Atticus appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Write More Productively 19.01.2022

If you need a plan and process for writing books, learn the secret to writing multiple books every year in this interview with author Angela Hunt. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Write More Productively appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Why Most Authors Don’t Need Social Media in 2023 12.01.2022

Social media changes so quickly. Find out which platforms and strategies work for selling books in 2022. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Why Most Authors Don’t Need Social Media in 2023 appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

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