Smith Myths: 5 Reason Why Your Book is Not Your ONLY Focus (even at its launch)
Podcast: Helping Authors Create Super Fans & Drive Revenue, a conversation with Sandy Smith and Ashley Zink
Smith Publicity's 2025 Book Marketing Scholarship Open for Submissions ($2500!)
Smith Publicity Team in the Wild
Smith Publicity Clients in the News; we are particularly excited for our clients featured in the Next Big Idea Club, plus many national media outlets and just as impactful, our diversity of highly
targeted niche outlets and podcasts
Guest Article: 6 Hidden Benefits of Self-Publishing Your Next Book
Smith Myths: 5 Reasons Why Your Book is Not Your ONLY Focus
For thought leaders and non-fiction authors, a book can be a powerful tool—but it’s far more than just a product to sell.
Many aspiring authors assume their book’s success hinges solely on the number of copies sold. In reality, the most successful
authors view their book as a stepping stone in a larger ecosystem that amplifies their voice, builds their brand, and unlocks new opportunities.
Let’s debunk five common myths about the role of a book in an author’s career. Read More.
In this episode Sandy Smith, CEO of Smith Publicity interviews Ashley Zink, founder of Higher Ground Consulting, about her expertise in helping authors turn their books into profitable ventures. They delve into the
crucial steps for successful book marketing, including:
early planning,
identifying clear goals,
capturing reader data,
and using lead magnets.
Ashley also emphasizes the importance of building an email list, leveraging an author's network, and integrating revenue-generating opportunities like online courses. This comprehensive discussion offers invaluable advice for authors aiming to maximize their book's success and long-term impact.
Now in its 13th year, the Smith Publicity Book Marketing scholarship supports college students who share our passion for books and the power of communicating big
ideas.
If you know a student with a love for storytelling, writing, or publishing, we encourage them to apply to the $2500 scholarship. The submission deadline is June 1, 2025. Winner will be notified on July 1, 2025, and announced publicly on August 1, 2025.
This year's prompt: What media outlet, influencer, social media personality, or blog do you turn to for book
recommendations? Why? What makes them your "go to" resource? More details here. Apply here!
Ken Wilcox, author of The China Business Trap: How Chinese 'Partners' and the CCP Extract Value from Foreign Companies (Wiley),
featured in NBC Bay Area TV and Yahoo!
Finance, and Financial Times.
Heather Younger, author of The Art of Self-Leadership: Discover the Power Within You and Learn to Lead Yourself (Wiley), featured in Reader's Digest, INC, Forbes, and Black Enterprise.
Titania Jordan, author of Parental Control: A Guide to Raising Balanced Kids in the Digital Era (Jossey-Bass), featured in Parents and Tech News World.
Daniel Kang, author of The Super Upside Factor: Asymmetric Principles that Will 10X Your Life (Wiley), featured in INC, Observer, and InformationWeek.
Debbie Soon, author of Digital Mavericks: A Guide to Web3, NFTs, and
Becoming the Main Character of the Next Internet Revolution (Wiley), featured in Business ABC and Intelligent HQ.
Clayton Skaggs, author of The Power of Doing What Matters: Discover the Mind-Body Resilience in All of Us
(Curious Gap Publishing), featured in AOL, Yahoo!, MSN, FOX News, Well Defined, and Your Life Arizona.
Lorraine K.
Lee, author of Unforgettable Presence: Get Seen, Gain Influence, and Catapult Your Career (Wiley), featured in Next Big Idea Club, CNBC, MSN, Entrepreneur, and Wish TV.
Guest Contributor Astra
Crompton, Editing & Illustrations Coordinator at FriesenPress
Self-publishing has advanced by leaps and bounds over the last few decades.
Printing technology, distribution avenues, and marketing opportunities have all closed the gap with the traditional publishing world.
Choosing to self-publish these days is no longer a consolation prize but a savvy marketing decision for many indie authors who want to get their books out there and find their market on their own terms.
Is going indie the right decision for you and your
next book? Here, we’ll cover six hidden benefits of self-publishing to help you decide. Read More.
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