Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Welcome to the Wish I'd Known Then podcast. Join authors Jami Albright and Sara Rosett as they interview authors about lessons they've learned about writing and publishing.
Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Crafting Irresistible Book Pages Readers and Bots Love with Thomas Umstattd Jr.
296 / Do you want to leverage your author website, use AI tools efficiently, and prune your tasks strategically so you can sell more books and focus your creative energy where it counts?
Thomas Umstattd Jr. shares insights on optimizing your book pages, using AI wisely, and making tough choices to thrive in a crowded publishing world.
- Why your book page matters for both readers and AI discovery
- Tips to optimize book pages for GEO (generative engine optimization)
- Innovative uses of AI tools for marketing and productivity
- Strategies for pruning projects and focusing your efforts
- Evolving business model for nonfiction and why community matters now more than ever
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How to Create a Sales-Optimized Book Page for Your Website: https://www.authormedia.com/how-to-create-sales-optimized-book-pages-for-your-author-website/
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📚 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-podcast
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