Every book is a billboard
18th March 2017 | for Creatives | books, J.A. Konrath, writing, reaching your audience, KEEP CREATING, Jennifer Weiner |
"Every book is a billboard for your entire backlist. If that book is enjoyed, it will lead a certain number of readers to your other books."
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