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🧟‍♂️ Writing Updates & Preparing for Launches | Author Diary - August 9, 2024 📚🚀

📝 Progress on “Punks Versus Zombies”: This week, I wrote two more episodes of “Punks Versus Zombies,” bringing us closer to the thrilling conclusion of this series. Crafting these episodes is always an intense process as I aim to escalate the suspense and tie up the overarching narratives. 🌐 Populating Patreon: As I transition to Patreon, I’ve been busy populating the new account with content.…

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Why You Should Use Professional Book Marketing?

Ever ponder why certain novels achieve bestseller status while others find it difficult to gain traction? Often, the key is in successful book marketing. Writing a fantastic book alone is insufficient in the cutthroat market of today. Professional book marketing can help turn promise into success in this situation.

What is  Book Marketing

The technique of promoting a book to draw readers and increase sales is known as book marketing. This calls for a variety of tactics, including influencer partnerships, book tours, email newsletters, and social media campaigns.

Reaching their target audience, creating buzz, and being more visible in a crowded market are all made possible by effective book marketing.

Authors may make effective advertising campaigns and ensure their book stands out and receives the attention it deserves by utilizing professional book marketing services. Book marketing is critical for success in the literary industry, regardless of experience level.

Traditional vs. Modern Book Marketing

Print advertisements, bookstore placements, and book signings are examples of traditional book marketing techniques. These strategies emphasize having a physical presence and are dependent on word-of-mouth recommendations and media attention.

Modern book marketing, on the other hand, makes use of online advertising, email campaigns, and social media. This strategy makes it easier to interact with a global audience by enabling tailored marketing and a wider reach.

While modern approaches provide scalable and affordable solutions, traditional methods foster local engagement and credibility. A book marketing campaign can be made as effective and successful as possible by combining the two strategies.

Challenges of Self-Marketing

Limited Reach

Limited reach is one of the primary issues with self-marketing in the book industry. Because they lack the necessary tools and experience, authors frequently find it difficult to engage a large readership.

It’s challenging to tap into larger networks and become visible in a crowded industry without the help of a professional book marketer. Many attempts at self-promotion fall short of expanding their readership beyond their personal networks and social media followers.

This restricted audience can have a big effect on book sales and the author’s potential to become well-known in the literary community....Continue reading

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Milan Kundera: The Maestro of Symbiotic Five – Remembering a Literary Alchemist and Master of Utmost Seriousness and Utmost Lightness Remembering a Literary Alchemist and Master of Utmost Seriousness and Utmost Lightness 📖 Favorite Quotes by Milan Kundera 🖋️ • “The only way to leave a trace of our passage on Earth is art.” • “The struggle of man against power is the struggle of memory against…

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Icons Media Publishing | Books, eBooks, Audiobooks Publish

When it comes to finding great literature, there are few things more exciting than discovering a book from a new part of the world. From the colorful streets of Mumbai to the serene landscapes of Norway, each country has its unique perspective to offer. But with so many books to choose from, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. That's why we've put together a list of the 10 must-read books from around the world, curated by the best book publishers in the industry.

The publishing world is a complex and ever-evolving industry, with countless players vying for attention and recognition. But some publishers have managed to rise above the fray, earning a reputation for consistently producing high-quality work that resonates with readers around the globe. These best book publishers are committed to showcasing diverse voices, exploring new genres, and pushing the boundaries of what we consider great literature. By partnering with these publishers, we're able to bring you a list of books that are sure to inspire, challenge, and entertain you. So whether you're looking to expand your reading horizons or simply want to discover your next favourite author, read on for our top 10 must-read books from around the world.

Highlighted books from different regions and countries

In today's fast-paced world, it's more important than ever to broaden our horizons and learn about different cultures and perspectives. One of the best ways to do this is by reading books from different regions and countries. In this post, we're highlighting 10 must-read books from around the world, published by some of the best book publishers in the industry.

First on our list is "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe. This classic work of African literature explores the clash between traditional and colonial cultures in Nigeria, and is widely regarded as a masterpiece of modern literature.

Next up is "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. This magical realist novel follows the multi-generational saga of the Buendia family in a fictional town in Colombia, and is a must-read for anyone interested in Latin American literature.

Moving on to Japan, we have "The Tale of Genji" by Murasaki Shikibu. This classic work of Japanese literature is often considered the world's first novel, and follows the romantic escapades of the eponymous Genji.

From Iceland, we have "Independent People" by Halldor Laxness. This epic novel tells the story of a stubborn farmer named Bjartur and his struggle for independence in the harsh Icelandic countryside.

Next, we have "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy. This Booker Prize-winning novel is set in the lush, tropical landscape of Kerala, India, and explores the themes of love, loss, and family.

Moving on to Russia, we have "Anna Karenina" by Leo Tolstoy. This timeless classic of Russian literature follows the tragic story of Anna Karenina, a married woman who falls in love with a dashing young officer.

From the Middle East, we have "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini. This heart-wrenching novel tells the story of Amir, a young boy growing up in Afghanistan, and his complicated relationship with his best friend Hassan.

Next, we have "The Shadow of the Wind" by Carlos Ruiz Zafon. This gothic mystery set in Barcelona, Spain, is a thrilling ride through a labyrinthine world of secrets, books, and betrayal.

From Australia, we have "The Secret River" by Kate Grenville. This historical novel explores the brutal colonization of Australia by European settlers, and the complex relationships between colonizers and indigenous peoples.

Finally, from the United States, we have "Beloved" by Toni Morrison. This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel explores the legacy of slavery in America, and tells the story of a woman haunted by the ghost of her dead child.

By reading these books, we can learn about different cultures and perspectives, and gain a deeper understanding of the world around us.

Offering readers, a diverse range of books to read

Reading is an incredible way to broaden our understanding of the world around us. Books from different regions and countries provide us with unique perspectives and help us to see the world in a new light. In this blog, we've compiled a list of 10 must-read books from around the world, curated by Icons Media Publishing, a leading book publisher that is committed to offering readers a diverse range of books to read.

Icons Media Publishing understands the importance of publishing books that offer different perspectives and experiences. Their commitment to diversity is reflected in the books they publish, which come from a variety of cultures and regions. From classic literature to contemporary fiction, Icons Media Publishing strives to bring readers the best books from around the world.

Our list of must-read books features works from some of the most acclaimed authors in the world, including Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Chinua Achebe, and Haruki Murakami. Each book on our list has been carefully selected to provide readers with a unique and captivating reading experience.

From the magical realism of "One Hundred Years of Solitude" to the poignant coming-of-age story of "Persepolis," each book on our list offers a different perspective on life and culture. Whether you're looking for a book that will make you laugh, cry, or ponder the complexities of the world, our list has something for everyone.

Icons Media Publishing has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusivity, which is reflected in the books they publish. By offering readers a diverse range of books to read, they are helping to break down cultural barriers and promote understanding and acceptance.

In conclusion, reading books from different regions and countries is an excellent way to broaden our horizons and expand our understanding of the world. The books on our list, curated by Icons Media Publishing, offer readers a diverse range of experiences that will leave them enlightened and inspired. We hope that our list will encourage you to pick up a new book and embark on a journey of discovery.

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y'all remember when book fairs used to have those "banned books" display sections that advertised books based on that fact that they had been banned in schools in the past and everyone went "haha wow, it's crazy that they banned books like this! what a wacky thing to do!" haha........ yeah....... who would even do that......

[revoevokukil]

There is an old copy-paste moving around the internet regarding discussions asserting the inherent Slavicness of The Witcher, and I will record it here for posterity.

(translated from polish)

-write eight books

-have their main character suffer from otherness, prejudice and erroneous stereotypes

-insert anti-racist references at every turn

-make dwarves into Jews

-and use to criticise anti-Semitism

-criticise nationalist attitudes

-criticise xeno- and homophobia at every turn

-show support for a multicultural society and acceptance of otherness

-describe how victims become executioners

-show how violence begets violence

-make it the central theme of the last three volumes

-have the hero and his lover die during a racist pogrom

-defend the persecuted to the lastHear from every corner of the internet that "a black witcher would be a disaster."

-write thirteen stories

-based three on Andersen's fairy tales

-three more on the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm

-seventh on an Arabian fairy tale

-mock folklore and folk beliefs in the first one

-but also make fun of them in the story "The Edge of the World"

-mock the Polish legend in "The Limits of Possibility"

-name the main character "Żerard" (Jerald)

-generally use mainly names with Celtic roots like Yenefer or Crach

-and those derived from Romance languages such as Cirilla, Falka or Fringilla or Triss

-a few English names such as Merigold

-and those derived from other Germanic languages such as Geralt

-and Italian

-German

-and even French

-borrow monsters from American games, especially from Advanced Dungeons and Dragons

-from Irish, make an elf language

-and from German, make it the language of dwarves

-make the characters celebrate Irish folk holidays

-write an article about where you got your inspiration from

-pour bile on Slavic fantasy in it

-finally write an eighth book

-make one of the key characters a Japanese demoness

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Become a champion of turbo-slavism.

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Reading List: Spirituality, Globalisation, Parenting and the 0.99 Cent Pricing Bias

What I’ve read (🖤) and planning to read (🤍)

Books

• Fall of human intellect - A Parvasarthy (genre: spirituality, humanness) 🖤

Academic Papers

The backlash against globalisation - Stefanie Walter (from annual review) 🤍

In recent years, the world has seen a rising backlash against globalization. This article reviews the nature, causes, and consequences of the globalization backlash. It shows that, contrary to a popular narrative, the backlash is not associated with a large swing in public opinion against globalization but is rather a result of its politicization. The increasing influence of globalization- skeptic actors has resulted in more protectionist, isolationist, and nationalist policies, some of which fundamentally threaten pillars of the contemporary international order. Both material and nonmaterial causes drive the glob- alization backlash, and these causes interact and mediate each other. The consequences are shaped by the responses of societal actors, national gov- ernments, and international policy makers. These responses can either yield to and reinforce the global backlash or push back against it. Understanding these dynamics will be an important task for future research.

The causes and consequences of urban riot and unrest - Tim Newburn (from annual review) 🤍

This review explores those varied bodies of work that have sought to un- derstand crowd behavior and violent crowd conduct in particular. Although the study of such collective conduct was once considered central to social science, this has long ceased to be the case and in many respects the study of protest and riot now receives relatively little attention, especially within criminology. In addition to offering a critical overview of work in this field, this review argues in favor of an expanded conception of its subject matter. In recent times, scholarly concern has increasingly been focused on ques- tions of etiology, i.e., asking how and why events such as riots occur, with the consequence that less attention is paid to other, arguably equally impor- tant questions, including how riots spread, how they end, and, critically, what happens in their aftermath. Accordingly, as a corrective, the review proposes a life cycle model of riots.

Parenting and it’s effects on children : reading and misreading behaviour genetics (from annual review) 🖤

There is clear evidence that parents can and do influence children. There is equally clear evidence that children’s genetic makeup affects their own behavioral characteristics, and also influences the way they are treated by their parents. Twin and adoption studies provide a sound basis for estimating the strength of genetic effects, although heritability estimates for a given trait vary widely across samples, and no one estimate can be considered definitive. This chapter argues that knowing only the strength of genetic factors, however, is not a sufficient basis for estimating environmental ones and indeed, that attempts to do so can systematically underestimate parenting effects. Children’s genetic predispositions and their parents’ childrearing regimes are seen to be closely interwoven, and the ways in which they function jointly to affect children’s development are explored.

More than a penny’s worth: left-digit bias and firm pricing- Avner Strulov-Shlain (from MorningBrew) 🤍

A penny saved. What’s the difference between $2.99 and $3.00? Basic math says one cent, but you probably perceive the difference to be about 22 cents, a new paper by a University of Chicago business school professor estimated. The research explores left digit bias—the phenomenon where consumers’ perceptions are overly influenced by the leftmost number in the price—and it brought receipts, analyzing retail scanner data on 3,500 products sold by 25 US chains. And while it might seem like every price you see ends in .99, the paper argues that retailers are leaving money on the table by underestimating this bias when setting prices.

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I've seen this refrain go around tumblr a lot: "Capitalism has got people treating artists and entertainers as though they should hop on their bicycles like a chained bear, the moment the audience cracks its whip." "Artists do not owe an audience anything." This is true and fair. Treating artists like art-producing machines and demanding they crank out art at a schedule amenable to you, only containing content or themes that you want, is unfair and unreasonable and dehumanizing.

However, capitalism has also got creators treating their (potential) audience like they are obligated to buy their thing as soon as or even before it comes out. In this same reblog chain, the bloggers are shaming people for not buying books at a rate that the authors would prefer. They frame it as a moral imperative to buy books before the series is finished, because the author requires it. I have also seen this regarding pre-orders: exhortations to pre-order books, especially debuts, or else you are ruining an author's career and don't care about marginalized artists. Framing not doing so as "refusing" to, as if you are required to and spitefully denying your obligation. That's also not a fair or reasonable way to treat people.

Authors are not beholden to their audience, but neither are they guaranteed one. Buying books is not the pinnacle of activism, and there is no moral failing to not purchasing a given thing.

Anyway as ever the problem is the death of mass market paperbacks, publishers demanding authors be their own marketers, and capitalism. Not other randos with a limited entertainment budget and their own reading preferences.

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Effective Book Marketing Strategies 2024

In the competitive world of publishing, effective book marketing strategies are essential for authors to stand out and connect with their target audience. Whether you’re a self-published author or working with a traditional publishing house, implementing the right marketing tactics can significantly impact the success of your book. This article explores various strategies to help authors effectively promote their work and maximize visibility.

Introduction

What is Book marketing strategies?

Book marketing strategies encompasses all activities aimed at promoting and selling a book to its target audience. It involves increasing awareness, sparking curiosity, and eventually accelerating sales.

Importance of Effective Book Marketing Strategies

In today’s saturated market, simply writing a great book is not enough. Authors need to actively promote their work to ensure it reaches the right readers and achieves success.

Understanding Your Audience

Identifying Target Readers: Before diving into marketing efforts, authors must identify their target audience. Understanding who your book is written for helps tailor marketing messages and tactics accordingly.

Analyzing Reader Demographics: Knowing the demographics of your target audience, such as age, gender, and interests, allows for more targeted and effective marketing campaigns.

Understanding Reader Preferences and Behaviors: Researching reader preferences and behaviors can provide valuable insights into the types of books they enjoy, where they discover new reads, and how they make purchasing decisions.

Creating Compelling Content

Writing a Captivating Book Description: The book description is often the first introduction readers have to your work. Crafting a compelling description that highlights the book’s unique selling points and intrigues potential readers is crucial.

Designing an Eye-Catching Cover: A visually appealing book cover is essential for grabbing the attention of potential readers browsing online or in stores. Investing in professional cover design can significantly impact sales.

Crafting Engaging Author Bios: Author bios provide an opportunity to connect with readers on a personal level. Crafting a concise yet engaging bio that highlights relevant credentials and interests can help build rapport with potential readers...Continue reading

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The concept of queerbaiting annoys me. I was told that it refers to a work of fiction pretending to cater to a queer audience but then pulling back from it to avoid alienating homophobes, which is an incredibly specific thing. But a lot of people seem to think that it instead means "any time there's any gay subtex, metaphor, or ambiguity" or "whenever something from 1995-2012 was being a normal amount of homophobic for the era."

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tvN's February weekend dramas are always gonna hit different

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Contemplating some more and actually the red white and royal blue cover is a good choice. Despite me personally being drawn away from those style covers lol