Comments on: What’s an author platform? Part 2

By: Sandra Beckwith

Sandra Beckwith — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 00:08:33 +0000

In reply to Ramona Banfield. Thanks, Ramona. You're welcome. Sandy

By: Ramona Banfield

Ramona Banfield — Wed, 04 Jul 2018 21:11:11 +0000

Great article. Thanks.

By: Sandra Beckwith

Sandra Beckwith — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:05:01 +0000

In reply to Mary Shafer.

Thanks, Mary! It is a “squishy” concept, isn’t it? I think a key point here is that if doesn’t matter if you go the traditional publishing route or if you self-publish — you still need to have an audience waiting to buy your book.

I’m glad to see you agree with me on the value of newsletters. They serve a different purpose from blogs. That might make a good blog topic, eh?

Thanks for stopping by, Mary. You know I always love hearing from you!

Sandy

By: Mary Shafer

Mary Shafer — Tue, 15 May 2012 14:47:45 +0000

Such excellent clarity and detail on a topic that has so often been presented as a somewhat “squishy” concept. It’s too important to be allowed to wallow in that squishiness, so thanks for nailing down the specifics of what makes a solid author platform. As with all your great information, so very helpful. And I have to agree that e-newsletters are far from “gone” — after all, that’s how I found you! THANKS!

By: Author Platform, part 1 with Sandra Beckwith « Reflections In Hindsight

Author Platform, part 1 with Sandra Beckwith « Reflections In Hindsight — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 06:58:34 +0000

[…] How are you going to build your platform so that people are ready to buy your book when it’s published? Think of it like a stool – the more legs you have under the seat, the safer you feel when sitting on it. Next week, find a list of 12 platform-building elements to consider. […]

By: Leonard Tate

Leonard Tate — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 19:32:16 +0000

In reply to Doreen Pendgracs.

Doreen,

I agree with your comment on the “Mystical Author’s Platform”. I have worked at it for a year and I am disappointed at the results for the effort involved.

By: Sandra Beckwith

Sandra Beckwith — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:14:51 +0000

Thanks, Doreen. I don’t agree with you about a newsletter — it doesn’t serve the same purpose as a blog. But that’s a whole ‘nother conversation.

By: Doreen Pendgracs

Doreen Pendgracs — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:25:27 +0000

Timely to read your blogs on building a platform, Sandra, as I have just posted this morning on my writer’s blog about using social media to build that coveted “author’s platform.”

I’ve been working at it for 3 years now, and am still told that my platform isn’t quite big enough for the type of book I am marketing (about to write.)

I do admit I enjoy engaging with people as I’m an outgoing individual, but wow! It sure takes time to have a noteworthy presence on social media.

I think the days of an e-newsletter are gone. Why bother with that when you have a blog?

By: Sandra Beckwith

Sandra Beckwith — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:48:30 +0000

Thanks, Richard and Vivian. I appreciate the feedback!

By: Vivian Kirkfield

Vivian Kirkfield — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:05:23 +0000

Thanks again, Sandy. Very useful info…clear and concise. You definitely practice what you preach…and always provide valuable content. Love the analogy of the stool that needs at least 3 “legs” to stand on. 🙂