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Why Instagram should be every author's secret weapon for book promotion

4/18/2023

 
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Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to talk about Instagram!

Now, I know some of you may be thinking, "Oh no, not another social media platform to keep up with!" But trust me, Instagram should be every author's secret weapon for book promotion. Here's why:


Hashtags, Baby!

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Hashtags are the key to getting your posts in front of the right people.

Make sure to research and use relevant hashtags for your genre and target audience.

And don't be afraid to create your own unique hashtag to brand your content.

​Prince made up his own symbol, so why can't you?

You can find a list of free tools to help you find relevant hashtags here.

Visuals Matter Folks. 

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Instagram, or the Gram as the kids call it, is a visual platform, so make sure

your posts are eye-catching and on brand. Consider investing in a professional

photographer or graphic designer, or if you want go DIY, a high-megapixel cellphone

​and a ringlight, to help you create stunning visuals that will grab readers' attention.

Influencer Marketing

Influencer marketing is all the rage these days. Partnering with influencers in your niche can help you reach a wider audience and build credibility.

Reach out to book bloggers, bookstagrammers, or other authors in your genre to collaborate on content or book giveaways.

You can find influencers by:


  1. Searching the Instagram explore page
  2. Look at your own followers for any possible influencers
  3. Check influencer marketplaces by HypeAuditor or GRIN.CO. 

Instagram Has Some Cool Features Y'all.

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Take advantage of Instagram's Stories and Reels features to showcase your personality and connect with your audience in a more personal way.

Use Stories to share behind-the-scenes glimpses into your writing process, or create Reels to showcase book trailers or fun book-related content.


So, there you have it, folks. Instagram is a powerful tool for authors looking to promote their work and connect with readers.

​Don't miss out on this opportunity to build your brand and sell more books!


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