COMING SOON! Episode 209: How to Build an Author Website
Watch LIVE on YouTube Saturday March 29th 10am ET!
Your author website is your front door to your readers. But what's the best way to build it, manage it and make sure your author website is an asset and not a burden?
On this episode of The Best of Book Marketing Podcast, we'll cover author websites from A to Z, leaving viewers ready to tackle this important business asset with confidence.
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In the 12 Weeks to Book Launch Success mastermind program, Lainey works one on one with a group of authors and help you create a plan to successfully launch your book.
Does this Sound Like You?
✓ Excited about your book launch
✓ Overwhelmed by where to start with marketing?
✓ Confused about timing—what needs to happen when?
✓ Unsure which tactics are worth your precious time and money?
✓ Terrified you'll miss something critical and blow your chance at launch success?
You're not alone. Many authors get terrible advice, and waste thousands on ineffective tactics.
What If You Could Launch With Confidence?
Imagine how it would feel to…
✓ Know with certainty you've built the best possible launch plan for YOUR book
✓ Avoid wasting money on shiny tactics that don't sell books
✓ Have a proven framework covering awareness, credibility, and reasons to buy
✓ Build your plan alongside other smart, supportive authors
✓ Launch successfully without depending solely on social media
✓ Start your author career with momentum and confidence
This isn't just possible—it's exactly what I’m proud to see my students achieve.
Building a successful book launch is possible as a new author—even without a massive social media following.
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