Being 21st Century Famous.
By Lola S. Batling
Musicians are finding it easier to have successful (and profitable)
careers without the record industry. Now, I know you're saying, "I'm a
writer, how does that help me?" Plenty, if you know how to adapt. E-
Books have become increasingly popular. The best thing? You can do a
no frills e-book using a PDF creator which are often inexpensive or
even better free. Don't believe me check out www.pdfonline.com.
Take a cue from bands like Radiohead and Nine Inch Nails, give away
your work. People love free things! Offer a free story section, even a
free e-book every so often. It'll not only build a fanbase, but allow
your would be faithful to read your work. If you want, include a
cyber tip jar where fans can give you tips! You'd be surprised how
much people will tip, if you suggest (politely) that if they enjoy
your work they could leave tips.
Take a look at what you write. Does your work lend itself to being
read? Think about releasing a low-fi CD or tape. There is a bevy of
free audio recording software, you can record it on your computer and
then burn a CD quite easily these days. Check out www.cdbaby.com for
selling options! You could be on itunes, how fabulous is that?
Let's examine this freebie idea some more. You could start a podcast.
podcasts are like radio shows which can be created by anyone.
including you. Pick a topic related to your subject and build your
empire! Take it one step further and make your novel a podio book.
This is a relatively new and cutting edge tool. It's like a cross
between an audio book and a radio show. You can chose how and when to
release shows. It's quite fun. That's im****tant, have fun with this
new medium.
Key tips to remember doing things for the sake of doing them, not
for the goal of getting something back is a good thing. Always is
provide quality entertainment. Who cares if its free if it's rubbish?
If you can work on a free book and a book yBou're going to charge for
do it. Just don't skimp on Quality!
While no one can tell you what will help you succeed. You could at
least try it. see if you can't make a living on your own terms. Sell
your self happily and believe in your own hype and your fans will
follow, in droves.
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Copyright Lola S. Batling.
If you liked my article check out my website http://www.inkigirl.com
and buy her e-book Sweet Angel, Suicide Kiss
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