Expert tips from my upcoming Success Story interview series

I’m having so much fun interviewing best-selling authors and publishing experts for my next series, called Success Story, which is all about how to market, launch and sell your book. Today I got to chat with Nick Uskoski, Head of Content and Creator Development at Wattpad, and author and Wattpad star Tamara Lush. I’ll be releasing details on the series launch soon, but in the meantime, here are a few juicy tidbits I just couldn’t wait to share with you:

From Nick:

-Authenticity and connection is the name of the game, so lean in. The more you do, the more your community will grow.

-When it comes to any book really, but especially web and serial novels, it’s all about the hook and the cliffhanger. Study the greats and get awesome at both.

-Passion and joy are contagious, so enjoy the process and the journey. Your readers will feel it.

From Tamara:

-The best way to market your book is to write another book.

-What you want for your cover might not resonate with your audience—this is the time to lean on your team, network and industry experts for guidance on a cover that sells.

-Use tropes but don’t be afraid to subvert—sometimes NOT giving readers what they (think they) want is what they’ll enjoy the most.

Have a question about books, publishing and writing? Write me at hello@passionprojectpod.com for the chance to have your question answered in a future newsletter!