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Are You Using Your Soapbox? Strategies for Authors to Amplify Their Voice

Imagine this: your words, your stories, your voice echoing not just in a solitary room, but reverberating across the globe, touching readers, and igniting conversations. As an author, you don’t just have a pen; you have a microphone, a spotlight, and a stage. And yes, a soapbox.  The soapbox metaphor dates back to the days …

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Promote Your Book: 5 Tips and Ideas for a Successful Pre-sale

As an author, you know that book promotion is key to a successful book launch. But what can you do to promote your book during the pre-sale period? In this blog post, we will discuss some tips and ideas to help get your book in front of more readers before it even hits the shelves! …

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How Publishing a Book Can Raise Awareness for Your Cause

You can raise awareness for a cause or an organization that’s near and dear to your heart in all kinds of creative ways. From fundraiser events to local 5Ks and beyond – there is no shortage of avenues where you’re able to spread the word! There is one way that’s proven highly effective, though, and …

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Self-Publishing: The Struggles of Being an Independent Author

Many people dream of becoming successful published authors. However, the reality is publishing your book can be a difficult task to undertake without the help of an established publishing company like Lucid Books to lean on. There are many pitfalls for those who decide to go down the self-publishing route, and at the end of …

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What Are The Best Ways To Promote Your Book?

Many authors ask themselves this question when trying to figure out how to reach their target reader audience. It can be tricky, but partnering with a team like ours at Lucid Books is one of the best ways to increase your exposure in the publishing world without going it alone! Here are 10 ways to …

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9 Important Elements of an Author’s Website

As the creative possibilities of online technology continue to evolve, promoting yourself as a writer has never been easier! No longer just a fancy, static, online business card, a website is an author’s home base, a marketing and networking hub and a portal that allows communication to flow between authors and their readers. In today’s …

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9 Instagram Tips for Writers

Social media is a gold mine of unlocked potential to build a following, showcase your writing ability and helping you gain exposure. If you are a writer looking to get noticed or inspired, Instagram is a great way to connect with other authors and readers. According to The Medium Well, Instagram’s growth has outpaced the …

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