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.

Category

Arts

Podcast website

www.authormedia.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

How to Write Short Stories with James Scott Bell 05.01.2022

Learn to write short stories that readers crave. One of the best authors in the world, bestselling author James Scott Bell, teaches us how. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post How to Write Short Stories with James Scott Bell appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

7 Things Santa Can Teach Authors About Book Marketing 15.12.2021

Seven book marketing lessons from Santa for Authors You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post 7 Things Santa Can Teach Authors About Book Marketing appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

What Every Author Needs to Know About Cyber Security 08.12.2021

Every author needs cyber security. Discover which of your vectors are most vulnerable to attack and how you can protect them. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post What Every Author Needs to Know About Cyber Security appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Tools To Make Publishing Easier 26.11.2021

We are in the process of replacing the dirt and rocks in our backyard with grass for the children to play in. At first, things went well using the shovel but then when we got to the final rocks, the shovel just did not work well. Then we tried a rake, and boom! Suddenly we […] You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Tools To Make Publishing Easier appeared first on Author...

How to Run a Kickstarter Campaign for Your Second Book with Jonathan Shuerger 17.11.2021

Learn how to raise money from future readers, pay for your book before you publish it, and reward your supporters for contributing. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Run a Kickstarter Campaign for Your Second Book with Jonathan Shuerger appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Create an Author Press Kit with Susan Neal 10.11.2021

If you want to secure media interviews about your book, learn why you need an author press kit, what you should include, and where to place it on your website. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Create an Author Press Kit with Susan Neal appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

What Every Author Needs to Know About Copyright Law with James Scott Bell 03.11.2021

Find out who should register the copyright for a book, why it may be important, and when is the best time to do it.  You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post What Every Author Needs to Know About Copyright Law with James Scott Bell appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Grow Your Podcast Audience – with David Hooper 27.10.2021

Learn how to increase your podcast's impact by connecting with other podcasters, authors, and audiences who are interested in your book. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post How to Grow Your Podcast Audience – with David Hooper appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Is Your Author “About Me” Page Boring Your Readers To Death? 20.10.2021

Most author About Me pages are as fascinating as Mr. Rogers' sweater choices. Here's how to craft a killer About page.  You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post Is Your Author “About Me” Page Boring Your Readers To Death? appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Write Faster and Better with Chris Fox 12.10.2021

Chris Fox shares a method authors can use to increase writing output and improve craft. Implement these habits to write faster and better. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post How to Write Faster and Better with Chris Fox appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Author Media: The Behind-the-Scenes Story 06.10.2021

Peek behind the scenes to find out how Author Media came to serve authors like you and how we'll serve you in the coming years. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Author Media: The Behind-the-Scenes Story appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How Jack Ellem Went from Unpublished to Bestselling Indie Author 29.09.2021

Find out how Jack Ellem became a bestselling indie author in two foreign countries while living in Australia and learn how his strategies can work for you. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post How Jack Ellem Went from Unpublished to Bestselling Indie Author appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Use Price Pulsing to Supercharge Your Backlist Sales 22.09.2021

Discover three ways to revive your backlist and increase sales with price pulsing. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post How to Use Price Pulsing to Supercharge Your Backlist Sales appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Get Endorsements for Your Book 15.09.2021

The right endorsement for your book can make a huge impact on sales. Follow these five steps to get effective endorsements. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post How to Get Endorsements for Your Book appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Yes, YOU Can Make a Living as a Writer, Here’s How 08.09.2021

There are four different ways authors can earn a living through writing. Find out which one you can leverage to make an income. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post Yes, YOU Can Make a Living as a Writer, Here’s How appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Sell Your Book In Person (and make way more money per copy) 01.09.2021

Author make the most profit when they sell books in person. Take these five steps to sell more books and increase your revenue. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Sell Your Book In Person (and make way more money per copy) appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Everything Authors Need to Know About K-Lytics 25.08.2021

Find out how k-lytics can help you discover what readers are currently buying so you can increase your chances of success. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post Everything Authors Need to Know About K-Lytics appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Write Book Reviews Readers Will Want to Read 18.08.2021

Five tips to help you write useful book reviews that will build credibility and connection with your readers.  You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Write Book Reviews Readers Will Want to Read appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

An Author’s Guide to StoryOrigin 11.08.2021

Learn how you can grow your author email list with the help of StoryOrigin's author community and list-building tools. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post An Author’s Guide to StoryOrigin appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How Author Websites Irritate Readers (and what to do about it) 04.08.2021

Have you ever been irritated by a website? Did you know that readers may be having that exact same experience when they visit your website? Ticking off your website visitors is a bad way to get more readers. Here are seven ways author websites annoy visitors and what to do about it. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post How Author Websites Irritate Readers (and what to d...

How to Spend LESS Time Marketing Your Book 28.07.2021

Learn how to get stellar book sales while spending LESS time on marketing. If book promotion stresses you out, these steps are for you.  You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Spend LESS Time Marketing Your Book appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

The 10 Commandments of Book Marketing 22.07.2021

If you want to succeed in publishing, heed these book marketing commandments.  You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post The 10 Commandments of Book Marketing appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

The Author’s Guide to LLCs 14.07.2021

Learn when and why you should form an LLC for your author business. Discover who can help you get it done and how much it will cost.  You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post The Author’s Guide to LLCs appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

How to Find Your Readers 07.07.2021

Follow these five steps to find out what your readers like and want in a book. Their preferences might surprise you and lead you to success. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE . The post How to Find Your Readers appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

Niche Marketing: A Coaching Session 30.06.2021

Writing to a small niche has its advantages. In this coaching session, an author asks how to market to a very small segment of readers. You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE. The post Niche Marketing: A Coaching Session appeared first on Author Media . Support the show

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