How to Promote Your Debut Novel Without Money, Social Media, or a Publicist
My debut novel Please Stand By has been on the shelves for a month and a half now. In that time, I am delighted to say that over 200 books have been sold. Some of you might be thinking “that’s pathetic”. Yes, I know Margaret Atwood’s The Testaments sold over a hundred times that amount, but that’s only because she is an enormous success. I would be embarrassed to be that talented. You may wonder how I’ve managed to sell over 200 books without any publicity. What follows are my ten tips for promoting your debut novel without money, social media posting, or a publicist: 1. Come From a Big Family: My extended family is big, with the mouths to match it. Thank god for catholic guilt. My siblings and their friends have probably snapped up 50% of the books. 2. Cry In Front of Your Audience at Readings : First of all, give readings. Then make sure you cry in front of your audience. Mention having a mysterious illness, or that you are being renovicted. 3. Have Giveaways: ...