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Kimbra Swain on Connecting with Your Readers through Books, Merchandise, and Pateron
Kimbra Swain on Connecting with Your Readers through Books, Merchandise, and Pateron
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Length:
55 minutes
Released:
May 3, 2022
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Podcast episode
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Episode 119 / Southern urban fantasy author Kimbra Swain joins us this week to share tips on connecting with your readers and expanding your income streams. Kimbra creates jewelry, book boxes, tumblers, and many other items for her readers. Learn how she uses physical items to deepen her connection with readers and create life-long fans through her books, merchandising, and Pateron. Intro links: Kickstarter webinar (affiliate link) Inkers Con - June 3-5, Dallas TX Show notes: Why you can’t sit still when it comes to marketing your books How Kimbra used reader feedback to learn how to write marketable books How the switch to full-time author impacted Kimbra’s outlook and writing Kimbra’s tips on merchandising to create an extra layer of connection between you and your reader How Kimbra uses Pateron: exclusive serial story, early access to her books and merchandise, and a more personal connection with her Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links: Kimbra’s website: https://www.kimbraswain.com The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist Jami’s books Sara’s books
Released:
May 3, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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