Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast
Ready to supercharge your author journey? Join bestselling author and book marketing maven Penny Sansevieri and savvy publishing insider Amy Cornell for lively, no-nonsense conversations filled with smart strategies, creative inspiration, and publishing know-how you can actually use.
Whether you’re self-published, traditionally published, or somewhere in between, this podcast delivers real-world advice to help you sell more books, build your platform, and thrive in the ever-evolving publishing landscape. From clever promo hacks to critical industry insights, each episode is designed to move the needle on your success.
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Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast
Don't Give Up on Your Book: When to Push and How to Pivot
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Every author hits a point where they wonder: Should I just give up? If your book isn’t selling, your marketing efforts feel like a dead end, and hope seems lost—don’t throw in the towel just yet. In this episode, we’re digging into the real deal-breakers that can make or break a book’s success, but more importantly, we’re exploring powerful ways to turn things around.
Sometimes, it’s not about giving up—it’s about making the right adjustments. From common pitfalls to creative solutions, we’ll help you assess what’s really going on with your book and what steps you can take to salvage its success. Before you walk away, tune in for fresh strategies, a new perspective, and a much-needed reality check on what’s possible for your book’s future.
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