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This month's optional question is: What elements do you include in your book launch? Or what do you have in mind for your future book launch? Or what advice do you have to offer to others planning to launch a book?
I've never published my own book, but I was one of the authors in the IWSG anthology book Hero Lost: Mysteries of Death and Life. When the book was released we were hosted on a lot of blogs where we could answer questions and talk about our stories.
I feel like blogging doesn't have the same impact as it used to. Do people still do blog tours for a book launch? I'm sure that would be easy enough to set up if you have enough connections. Other than that, I would be completely clueless!
I've always had this fantasy that if I were to have an in person event for Uneven Lines, I would bring cupcakes and other treats that are featured in the book, since food plays such a big role in it. I've always thought that would be a fun addition to a book signing or reading.
I suppose I would try to use social media to promote the book as well, especially with Instagram and TikTok. I'm actually challenging myself this month to post one TikTok every day (although it can be about whatever I want, not just writing), just to have something as a creative outlet since I haven't been writing for so long. Maybe if I start talking about writing, it'll make me actually want to write. (I'm @sarahannefoster if you're on there and want to be friends!)
SPEAKING OF VIDEOS (nice segue there...) I have to share something that happened to me! It has nothing to do with writing but I have to tell everyone I know!!!
I mentioned last month that hubby and I were going to New York City over Valentine's Day weekend and I had the best time! We went to see the musical Just in Time (for the second time) because I adore Jonathan Groff, and during the curtain call performance I got to dance with him! And I sang! In front of a whole Broadway theater! I can't believe I did that! And he gave me a rose for Valentine's Day! Yes I still have it!
I can't for the life of me figure out how to upload a good quality video into the post so if you'd like to watch it, click here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUxBQZtDAyP/
How's everyone else doing? Have you ever done a book launch? Or danced with your favorite celebrity?
Wow on the dancing and singing! That's amazing!
ReplyDelete"What I say is, a town isn't a town without a bookstore." — Neil Gaiman
J (he/him 👨🏽 or 🧑🏽 they/them) @JLenniDorner ~ Speculative Fiction & Reference Author and Co-host of the April Blogging #AtoZChallenge international blog hop
That's amazing that you got to sing and dance on stage on your Valentine's Day date with your husband. I hope being on Tik Tok helps inspire you to write.
ReplyDeleteYou got to sing and dance with him? That is so neat!
ReplyDeleteLive book release parties can be fun and yes, bring the cupcakes. People will stay longer with food and drink.
Yes, some still do blog tours.
ReplyDeleteAmazing you got to sing and dance! And here you thought you were just going to watch the show.
I loved your video of you singing and dancing!! I was so excited for you!!
ReplyDeleteWhen you do your book release party, definitely bring the cupcakes. It's a perfect tie-in to your story. :)
Amazing! NYC is a magical place, eh?
ReplyDeleteI shared about this stuff and my feelings, especially about the changing climate. Blogs are still good for organic SEO, but beyond that, they are definitely not effective like they used to be. Attention spans have shortened. People are gravitating to mediums that fit their focus, and unless you're appealing to an older demographic, it's probably not on the blogosphere. That said, there is still value in a blogtour. It gives you a place to appear and promote on other mediums. It really boils down to who you are trying to reach.
Really cool about singing and dancing with the star! As for launches... I do struggle, but blog tours are still a thing, good for some stuff, as Crystal says.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! Now that's a day to remember!
ReplyDeleteYou got to sing and dance on stage? How cool is that.!! Glad you got to do that and that you loved NYC.
ReplyDeleteA lot of people seem to think blogging isn't what it used to be. Me, it feels like it's the SM that requires more attention, more time than most, and that's something many are in short supply of.
ReplyDeleteYeah, blogging used to be big. I've heard it's made a bit of a comeback.
ReplyDeleteThat's so much fun! And I wouldn't know what to do for a book launch in present day either.
ReplyDeleteWhat a memorable Valentines Day with hubs! Broadway shows are so exciting. Congratulations on being part of an IWSG anthology, and good luck with your TikTok videos. I love the idea of themed food for a book launch!
ReplyDeleteOh...Leigh Caron is the anonymous.
ReplyDeleteYou had an AWESOME Valentine's Day, Sarah. Bravo! Lucky you. And you weren't afraid to sing. Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great Valentine's Day. I would have been too terrified to get up there and do anything.
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