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Abigail Keam: Writing Historical Mystery, Payhip Direct Sales, and Merchandise for Readers
Abigail Keam: Writing Historical Mystery, Payhip Direct Sales, and Merchandise for Readers
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44 minutes
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Apr 24, 2024
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Podcast episode
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Episode 216 / Mystery author Abigail Keam shares how she embraced the digital landscape and incorporated direct sales into her business model. From historical accuracy to adapting to technology, she shares her lessons-learned. ? ? Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/supportTopics:Challenges Abigail faced with publishers and how she found success with indie publishingHow Abigail weaves historical events and people into her novelsThe importance of accuracy in historical fiction and her process for research and fact-checkingHow she uses merchandise (calendar, mug, and book boxes) to add another stream of income Embracing technology to connect with her readersThe evolving landscape of writing, marketing, and the need for constant adaptationLinks:Author website: https://www.abigailkeam.com/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/author.abigailkeam/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abigailkeamauthor/Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/abigailkeam/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abigailkeamBookFunnel Video Webinar Library: https://bookfunnel.com/videos/?ck_subscriber_id=521109338Support the show? Jami’s Launch Plan https://www.jamialbright.com/authorservices❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5? Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ ? Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcastResources from the Author and Reader Community to Help Ukrainians https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E9QQhmcpa_dlxQY-GEqBiIbIZk-_J1MgQX_BxLI3F84/edit?usp=sharing
Released:
Apr 24, 2024
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Podcast episode
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