Tuesday, September 4, 2012

#indiechat 9/4/12 Using social media without direct selling.


laurapauling About 7 minutes to #indiechat How not to spam? What is spam? Are you spamming? -8:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB RT @laurapauling: About 7 minutes to #indiechat How not to spam? What is spam? Are you spamming? -8:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Ava_Jae RT @laurapauling: About 7 minutes to #indiechat How not to spam? What is spam? Are you spamming? -8:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB So people consider retweets to be spam? #indiechat #writersroad #amwriting #amreading -8:56 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero I'll be switching between reading "The Lottery", writing a blog post, and chatting at #indiechat. Hi, guys! -9:00 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Hi everyone! Time for #indiechat Right NOW! -9:00 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @chihuahuazero Hi there! #indiechat -9:00 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 #Indiechat time Hello everyone! -9:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio Hi everyone! #indiechat -9:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 Hello #indiechat just finished a great indie book by @BPuttroff and am so pumped for this chat! Plus we just had Decatur Book Festival here! -9:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter Hello! #indiechat -9:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Hey there! How's the writing going with everyone? Or cover designing? Or formatting? #indiechat -9:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling We're chatting about ways to promote on social media without direct selling. #indiechat -9:03 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 Hi everyone! #indiechat -9:03 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling currently wedding planning is eating up all my time. #indiechat -9:03 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 RT @laurapauling: We're chatting about ways to promote on social media without direct selling. #indiechat -9:03 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @KatGirl_Studio Is it coming up soon? #indiechat -9:03 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @laurapauling finishing up an added scene in a story I 'thought' was done. How about you? #indiechat -9:04 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 RT @laurapauling: Were chatting about ways to promote on social media without direct selling. #indiechat -9:04 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling Just finished up some client cover designs. Still trying to finish this book. #indiechat -9:04 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes RT @laurapauling: We're chatting about ways to promote on social media without direct selling. #indiechat -9:04 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling Also have to get up to speed on InDesign CS6 #indiechat -9:04 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 Hello!! #indiechat -9:04 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @Steenaholmes I'm trying to format, rewrite and revise three different works. #indiechat Ack! -9:04 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes RT @susankayequinn: RT @LornaSuzuki: Tired of spamming on Twitter? Need new ideas? #Indiechat 9 pm EST brainstorm abt social media w/out ... -9:04 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling ya it's the end of October. #indiechat -9:04 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Welcome everyone! #indiechat Glad you're here! -9:04 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @KatGirl_Studio That is coming up soon! #indiechat -9:05 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @laurapauling Totally need this topic to help me promote my blog and @BiblioCrunch even though I'm not an author #indiechat -9:05 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling So I'm def. not the expert so I hope everyone will join. Using social media without direct selling! #indiechat -9:05 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @Froze8 Hi there! #indiechat -9:06 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB “@laurapauling: Welcome everyone! #indiechat Glad you're here!” <



Steenaholmes @laurapauling ack! I have so many projects I want to get started on and not sure which to do first. #indiechat -9:06 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Why don't we start off by talking about the difference between spam and direct selling. Is there a difference? #indiechat -9:06 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @Steenaholmes No kidding. Too much to write - too little time! #indiechat -9:06 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @KatGirl_Studio I'll be getting my graphic design software soon, can you upgrade w/o buying the whole program again? #indiechat -9:06 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling I post quotes from the book. Links to samples. And use my books as backgrounds on social media. #indiechat -9:06 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 I could use some tips. Running out of steam. #indiechat -9:07 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 I listened to an interview that said just chat on sm and people will get to know you and want u to do well #indiechat -9:07 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @KatGirl_Studio Very effective yet subtle. #indiechat -9:07 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @laurapauling Hi! :) #indiechat -9:07 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero I self-promoted myself over at the unofficial @heatherbrewer forum when running a contest. Of course, nobody cared. #indiechat -9:07 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Stacey_WB Hi! I couldn't get tweetchat to load. #indiechat -9:07 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Froze8 yes I believe you can. Check out their site. #indiechat -9:07 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter Interacting with your followers is a step in the right direction. Make it a two-way relationship. #indiechat -9:07 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I don't consider spamming the same thing as an author offering links to Amazon. #indiechat When it's balanced! -9:08 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB RT @LauraHoward78: I listened to an interview that said just chat on sm and people will get to know you and want u to do well #indiechat -9:08 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @laurapauling I tend as a reader to stop paying attention to users who post the same content. Change up your links and quotes #indiechat -9:08 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes @laurapauling hey Ill try to hang in here tonight #indiechat -9:08 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes @laurapauling this job is killing me #indiechat -9:08 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @srjohannes Hi Shelle! #indiechat -9:08 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling I also keep a Pinterest board for each project. #indiechat -9:08 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @LauraHoward78 smart advice! People are tired of the same old 'sales' pitch. #indiechat -9:08 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @DougSolter Amen! By the way I'm still interested in your book, the cover caught me. #indiechat -9:08 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I love seeing authors tweet reviews. Sometimes I look if the title is interesting. #indiechat -9:08 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @Froze8 I've seen a few people say they ignore tweets hawking books. #indiechat -9:09 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling RT @DougSolter: Interacting with your followers is a step in the right direction. Make it a two-way relationship. #indiechat -9:09 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 I read somewhere that tweeting every hour keeps u connected because the stream goes so fast. #indiechat -9:09 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Stacey_WB @Froze8 I'm the same and unfollow people who use the same tweets over and over again. #indiechat -9:09 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @chihuahuazero I did the same on the forum, it's a shame because I think the minions would like my contests btw have 2 right now) #indiechat -9:09 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB What about RTing a fav author? How many times is too many? #indiechat -9:09 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero I have unfollowed and blocked one author who did nothing but self-promote her backlist. Constantly. #indiechat -9:09 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff Hello #indiechat. This is my first time discovering you. :) -9:09 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @KatGirl_Studio Thanks :) #indiechat OH! I need to show you something *runs to take picture* -9:09 PM Sep 4th, 2012



HeatherSunseri Hello! Happy Tuesday! RT @laurapauling: Welcome everyone! #indiechat Glad you're here! -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I like the 10% rule. Though I often break it if retweeting other blog posts counts. #indiechat -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling I tweet links to new reviews. and did a lot of posts during the tour. #indiechat -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @chihuahuazero I have unfollowed authors for the same thing. Not blocked, but unfollowed. #indiechat -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @Froze8 At least you're more active there. #indiechat -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



IndieAuthorNews Indie Author INTERVIEW w/ @JenningsWright (Author:Solomon's Throne) on #writing #indiechat #selfpub & more ? http://t.co/qtFzs4dO ? -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @KatGirl_Studio I think during a launch or blog tour it's more acceptable. #indiechat -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB RT @laurapauling: I love seeing authors tweet reviews. Sometimes I look if the title is interesting. #indiechat -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



StephLIngram RT @laurapauling: I love seeing authors tweet reviews. Sometimes I look if the title is interesting. #indiechat -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I mean I like to know when my friends or other authors win awards or receive a great review. #indiechat -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @BPuttroff However, people were retweeting her promotion, and I was getting sick. What a shame. :( #indiechat -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BiblioCrunch RT @Froze8: @laurapauling Totally need this topic to help me promote my blog and @BiblioCrunch even though I'm not an author #indiechat -9:10 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB RT @EArroyo5: I read somewhere that tweeting every hour keeps u connected because the stream goes so fast. #indiechat -9:11 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 I get fired up talking about #selfpub and want to support those who are personable #indiechat -9:11 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero RT @laurapauling: I like the 10% rule. Though I often break it if retweeting other blog posts counts. #indiechat -9:11 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Or that @Steenaholmes was mentioned in media bistro for Finding Emma. #indiechat :) -9:11 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 Yay! Guys this is @BPuttroff who is one of my new fond favorite indie authors (along with @srjohannes and @KatGirl_Studio) #indiechat -9:11 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @chihuahuazero Yeah, that will do it. #indiechat -9:11 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling I use a buffered auto post system to space my tweets about projects out so it's not overwhelming. #indiechat -9:11 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter Cool! I still have it for sale. Am I being too direct. :) RT @Froze8 #indiechat -9:11 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling So I see true spam as people who only ever promote their products and never do anything else. Different from direct selling. #indiechat -9:11 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero Problem is, should I tell the author that I unfollowed/blocked, or just ignore her? #indiechat -9:12 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @Stacey_WB I try to read all the tweets on my stream so I notice this often. #indiechat -9:12 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Author_Kat_Jane RT @LauraHoward78: I get fired up talking about #selfpub and want to support those who are personable #indiechat -9:12 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I see true spam as people who only ever promote their products and never do anything else. Different from direct selling. #indiechat -9:12 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @chihuahuazero Probably best to just ignore. Unless you think she'd be receptive to knowing about it. #indiechat -9:12 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling How many of you have ever clicked through or purchased of a direct sell on Twitter? #indiechat -9:12 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling Mostly I mention projects I'm working on now instead of books that are already out. it seems to work for me. #indiechat -9:12 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @patricialynne07 I don't mind if an author tweets about their book but I don't want to read the same tweet 20 times. #indiechat -9:12 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @BPuttroff IIRC, she had a lot of legit followers. #indiechat -9:12 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Froze8 Ooo what? #indiechat -9:13 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @chihuahuazero I wouldn't worry about telling the author. #indiechat -9:13 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @DiamondLB I think that depends on what tweet you are RTing #indiechat -9:13 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB @KatGirl_Studio what auto post program do you use? #indiechat -9:13 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling I have but mainly for instructional books. #indiechat -9:13 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes @DiamondLB i hate autoposts - I can always tell - make sure it doesnt sound automated #indiechat -9:13 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @Froze8 Agreed. But I've noticed w/ my books sales aren't affected by my tweets. #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff #indiechat I've mostly stopped using social media for "promo" and use it now to build relationships with people. -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @laurapauling Considering my $0 budget, never. #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @laurapauling NEVER #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @chihuahuazero Barely, I have so much going on with the blog, school, and my jobs. I've just never been good at forums #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @DiamondLB IFTTT #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Sorry I'm late, but I'm here now, indiechatters! Hola! #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @laurapauling Not many. I can only recall one time a bought a book cuz of a tweet. #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @chihuahuazero What about all the freebies like our own @srjohannes book Untraceable went free today! #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes General rule: for every time you tweet about yourself, tweet 5 times about someone else and something unrelated to you #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @susankayequinn Hey there! #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @laurapauling having others promote you always helps! Finding yourself talked about in Media Bistro is a plus #indiechat -9:14 PM Sep 4th, 2012



rmsotera RT @laurapauling: I love seeing authors tweet reviews. Sometimes I look if the title is interesting. #indiechat -9:15 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB @srjohannes I don't know how to do them lol! #indiechat -9:15 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @susankayequinn hi Susan! #indiechat -9:15 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff #indiechat I've never bought a book as a result of a tweet. Maybe once or twice I've downloaded a freebie -- IF I like the tweeter. -9:15 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @laurapauling @srjohannes I'll make an exception. ;) #click #indiechat -9:15 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @DougSolter Haha! No not at all! I will need to get in touch with you after and see if you want to get on my blog :) #Indiechat -9:15 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 I find it easier to post about others and not about me. =) #indiechat -9:15 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @BPuttroff This is the only case I get books from Twitter. #indiechat -9:15 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Battista_j @srjohannes I like this rule! #indiechat -9:15 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Me too! RT @EArroyo5: I find it easier to post about others and not about me. =) #indiechat -9:15 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @Steenaholmes what is media bistro @laurapauling #indiechat -9:16 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 Me too. RT @EArroyo5: I find it easier to post about others and not about me. =) #indiechat -9:16 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB @KatGirl_Studio I don't know what that is lol! Will have to look it up. #indiechat -9:16 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I think @susankayequinn does a great job between tweeting links and promoting others and being herself. #indiechat -9:16 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter I use Bufferapp. I try my best to seperate tweets. RT @DiamondLB what auto post program do you use? #indiechat -9:16 PM Sep 4th, 2012



HeatherSunseri I have only purchased a book from a tweet when someone other than the author had promoted it. #indiechat -9:16 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @patricialynne07 @laurapauling I will check out books every so often if I see a tweet #indiechat -9:16 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @laurapauling I can be impulsive with books but I'd much rather click for a giveaway or a cool trailer then buy the book #indiechat -9:16 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff #indiechat I HAVE bought books from Twitter-peeps I've gotten to know and enjoy chatting with. But never just from a promo tweet. -9:16 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @BPuttroff that's the key--- knowing the tweeter #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Aw, thanks!@laurapauling: I think @susankayequinn does a great job between tweeting links and promoting others and being herself. #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I have clicked through when the title interests me. I can't remember if I've purchased though. #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB “@EArroyo5: I find it easier to post about others and not about me. =) #indiechat”



chihuahuazero @laurapauling @srjohannes Strange. I entered a contest that's giving away Untraceable. http://t.co/VSEVxTly #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BottomtheBasset RT @chihuahuazero: I have unfollowed and blocked one author who did nothing but self-promote her backlist. Constantly. #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 RT @laurapauling: I think @susankayequinn does a great job between tweeting links and promoting others and being herself. #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @LauraHoward78 I think so. Social media works best when it's actually social, and not advertising. #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @LauraHoward78 @laurapauling GalleyCat I think? Here is the link (not trying to self promote - promise!) http://t.co/5FCofxrJ #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling once I self published, I became much more empathetic to authors trying to get their work out there. #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 I love finding new books on twitter. I do check them out before i purchase. #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @DiamondLB it stands for If This Than That http://t.co/DvnD9nGw #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn This. @BPuttroff I HAVE bought books from Twitter-peeps Ive gotten to know&enjoy chatting with. But never just from a promo tweet #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter Of course! RT @Froze8 Haha! No not at all! I will need to get in touch with you after and see if you want to get on my blog :) #indiechat -9:17 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @KatGirl_Studio Should be up now. Just wish I had one of Travis ;) #indiechat -9:18 PM Sep 4th, 2012



HeatherSunseri @BPuttroff Yes, I do buy books from Twitter peeps I've built personal relationships with as well. Good point. #indiechat -9:18 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LawsonWrites RT @laurapauling: once I self published, I became much more empathetic to authors trying to get their work out there. #indiechat -9:18 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Loriprima RT @LauraHoward78: I get fired up talking about #selfpub and want to support those who are personable #indiechat -9:18 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I love reading my books friends and then helping to promote them. #indiechat -9:18 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I mean my friends' books. #indiechat -9:18 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB RT @EArroyo5: I love finding new books on twitter. I do check them out before i purchase. #indiechat -9:18 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Froze8 up where? #indiechat -9:19 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB @KatGirl_Studio cool! Thanks! #indiechat -9:19 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @BPuttroff and it's so much easier for introverts with social media #indiechat -9:19 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling So what are some thing we shouldn't do. Tweet about our books constantly, direct message people after they follow us. #indiechat what else? -9:19 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn The rule for twitter (that I try to follow) is to provide some net benefit to the twitterverse with your presence #funny#info#etc #indiechat -9:19 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero Did anyone else got found by a spambot just now? #indiechat -9:19 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @LauraHoward78 It is. You can find real people you really connect with. #indiechat -9:19 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling most of the books i buy are books mentioned in chats though. #indiechat -9:19 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @chihuahuazero Not here ... not YET anyway. :) #indiechat -9:20 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 @LauraHoward78 I agree #indiechat -9:20 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @KatGirl_Studio I don't think there's anything wrong with that. Sometimes we just have to say, "Hey, I'm an author...etc." #indiechat -9:20 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling I'd say Goodreads spamming is the worst. #indiechat -9:20 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @KatGirl_Studio What's Goodreads spamming? #indiechat -9:20 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @chihuahuazero Good point. We set up the tour before we talked about Untraceable going free... #indiechat @srjohannes -9:20 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @laurapauling I would say don't do anything with the primary intent of making a sale. #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 I RT usually when I want to keep the info in my sent stream for future reference. #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 RT @laurapauling: Or that @Steenaholmes was mentioned in media bistro for Finding Emma. #indiechat :) -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling Especially when they send me a ton of messages that their book is free or on sale. #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



bytefulcom @laurapauling I haven't, but I know Twitter can be used to foster creator+audience relationships that can lead to sales. #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Don'ts? Don't get in twitter-fights. #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio Goodreads is not an Op-in spam newsletter. #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @Froze8 @srjohannes Fortunately, it's a paperback copy being given away, I think. #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling RT @susankayequinn: Don'ts? Don't get in twitter-fights. #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @laurapauling how about don't post same links/post all the time #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @Steenaholmes now that is COOL- congrats! #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Def. ! RT @Steenaholmes: @laurapauling how about don't post same links/post all the time #indiechat -9:21 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling what do you mean? #indiechat -9:22 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @KatGirl_Studio Let me try again, sometimes twitter doesn't like me #indiechat -9:22 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Stacey_WB RT @KatGirl_Studio: Goodreads is not an Op-in spam newsletter. #indiechat -9:22 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @bytefulcom Yes, the relationships can lead to sales, but only if they're real. Focus on the relationships. #indiechat -9:22 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @LauraHoward78 Thanks Laura - it was pretty cool and perfect timing #indiechat -9:22 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling RT @BPuttroff: @bytefulcom Yes, the relationships can lead to sales, but only if they're real. Focus on the relationships. #indiechat -9:22 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter I hate people who DM me when I first follow them. Usually it's go to my website or check out my book. Ugh. #indiechat -9:22 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Yes! The memory is like a trap for seeing the same thg @Steenaholmes @laurapauling dont post same links/post all the time #indiechat -9:22 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @laurapauling I hate getting an auto DM after I follow someone, I unfollow #indiechat I do love when authors post freebies for my kindle tho -9:22 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I like creative taglines. #indiechat with links. -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 What about if it's time sensitive info, like a contest. How many tweets are too many? #indiechat -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @Steenaholmes Nice thing about the tweet scheduler I use is it forces me to make unique tweets cuz it won't tweet duplicates. #indiechat -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @DougSolter I find auto DMs annoying, too. Almost enough to auto-UNfollow sometimes. #indiechat -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero RT @BPuttroff: @DougSolter I find auto DMs annoying, too. Almost enough to auto-UNfollow sometimes. #indiechat -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne Hi All! Better late than never... #indiechat -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling What are some ways we can promote with the direct sell? #indiechat What have you seen or done with yourself? -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero RT @DougSolter: I hate people who DM me when I first follow them. Usually it's go to my website or check out my book. Ugh. #indiechat -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Some Do's for book tweets: Do use a tag line, i.e. "He was in love with the only girl in school who couldn't read minds." #indiechat -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Jeez. I mean promote withOUT the direct sell. #indiechat -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter When you follow someone it's like a tryout. You want them to play nice. #indiechat -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn RT @laurapauling: I like creative taglines. #indiechat with links. #indiechat -9:23 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 Behold #indiechat if you have art skills like @KatGirl_Studio I will put it on my wall. <3 -9:24="-9:24" 2012="2012" 4th="4th" http:="http:" p="p" pm="pm" sep="sep" t.co="t.co" wymewca="wymewca">



srjohannes @Steenaholmes good for you - I saw that! :) #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero I never click links in DMs. They never have anything that I want. #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @Steenaholmes number 4 before that- what was the noticeable difference after?? #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Nice! @patricialynne07: @Steenaholmes tweet scheduler forces me to make unique tweets cuz it wont tweet duplicates. #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @patricialynne07 I don't use tweet scheduler period. I feel like I'm spamming when I do. But that's just me. #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @BPuttroff @bytefulcom And quality work! :) #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling The direct sell is easy and I'm sure that's why some authors abuse it. #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 @laurapauling Is using quotes from your book considered direct sell? #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AudryT Twitter is like a party: you can't expect people to pay attention if all you do is talk about yourself. #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @EArroyo5 I think so. #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr That girls got skills! RT @Froze8: Behold #indiechat if ... @KatGirl_Studio I will put it on my wall. <3 -9:24="-9:24" 2012="2012" 4th="4th" http:="http:" jbtjuku9="jbtjuku9" p="p" pm="pm" sep="sep" t.co="t.co">



bytefulcom @laurapauling If you want to foster a relationship w/ your audience, Never send anything that even *appears* to be a mass DM. #indiechat -9:24 PM Sep 4th, 2012



SPNHeather #IndieChat Just shamless self promo here I offer virtual book tours esp. for My Indie Authors *have references also* http://t.co/S3N0HiBx -9:25 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @srjohannes thanks darlin! Let's just say August has been a fab month for this indie book #indiechat -9:25 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling What can we do on social media without offering a direct link to Amazon or a retailer? #indiechat -9:25 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @Steenaholmes I use it to send tweets about my blog in the morning when others are awake but I'm not. =D #indiechat -9:25 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne RT @AudryT: Twitter is like a party: you cant expect people to pay attention if all you do is talk about yourself. #indiechat -9:25 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes @chihuahuazero :) #indiechat -9:25 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling RT @SPNHeather: #IndieChat I offer virtual book tours esp. for My Indie Authors *have references also* http://t.co/pWyBV9Mg -9:25 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero Q: How many times do you tweet your own blog links per day? #indiechat -9:25 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @laurapauling I try to mention things important in chats like that I have contests or my Author Birthday Bash #indiechat -9:25 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @laurapauling Involving people in your work by getting to know them, and helping them in turn? #indiechat -9:25 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes so annoying RT @chihuahuazero: I have unfollowed blocked one author who did nothing but self-promote her backlist. Constantly. #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling link to a book page on your own website where they can get more info. #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling RT @chihuahuazero: Q: How many times do you tweet your own blog links per day? #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Put your book link in your Twitter Profile - it's like your sig file for Twitter #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Great! RT @thebookdesignr: @laurapauling Involving people in your work by getting to know them, and helping them in turn? #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @LauraHoward78 I'm not sure what you mean? I've been on the list for 4 weeks now I believe - or do you mean in sales? #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Loriprima RT @AudryT: Twitter is like a party: you can't expect people to pay attention if all you do is talk about yourself. #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Froze8 shiny =^.^= #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Stacey_WB @laurapauling I think linking to blog or newsletter sign up is ok. "if you want to be informed about upcoming stuff"... #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



SPNHeather @srjohannes @chihuahuazero I have had to do that to several authors :( #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff #indiechat I don't know. My sales increased quite a bit when I stopped marketing on social media and focused on writing and relationships -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Usually once or twice morn/eve @chihuahuazero: Q: How many times do you tweet your own blog links per day? #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio RT @Froze8: Behold #indiechat if you have art skills like @KatGirl_Studio I will put it on my wall. <3 -9:26="-9:26" 2012="2012" 4th="4th" http:="http:" p="p" pm="pm" sep="sep" t.co="t.co" wymewca="wymewca">



thebookdesignr @laurapauling @LauraHoward78 the constant book tweeting every 5 minutes is something that drives me batty! #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I like authors getting together for bloghops or fests, big contests #indiechat -9:26 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @patricialynne07 Smart! That makes sense then! #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross Hi guys! I'm late, but here! #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @EArroyo5 @laurapauling I don't want to see the same quote 20 times, change it up :) #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Loriprima @AudryT yes, perfectly said! #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ABookVacation RT @Stacey_WB: RT @KatGirl_Studio: Goodreads is not an Op-in spam newsletter. #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @chihuahuazero I usually tweet about my blog 3 times a day. 8am, Noon and evening. #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 RT @AudryT: Twitter is like a party: you can't expect people to pay attention if all you do is talk about yourself. #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 RT @susankayequinn: Put your book link in your Twitter Profile - its like your sig file for Twitter #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LawsonWrites Book promo is about the fifth reason I have a twitter. 1. talking to friends 2. current events 3. Stalking celebs. 4. RT info...#indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn THIS! @BPuttroff My sales increased quite a bit when I stopped marketing on social media and focused on writing and relationships #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross Yep! RT @AudryT: Twitter is like a party: you cant expect people to pay attention if all you do is talk about yourself. #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I rarely tweet my own links but I probably should more. That's just me. #indiechat -9:27 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chel_c_cam RT @SPNHeather: #IndieChat Just shamless self promo here I offer virtual book tours esp. for My Indie Authors *have references also* htt ... -9:28 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @Steenaholmes I mean did it make a big diff on sales? #indiechat -9:28 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne RT @susankayequinn: Put your book link in your Twitter Profile - its like your sig file for Twitter #indiechat -9:28 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter The only auto DM's I like are the ones that just thank me for following them. That's shows class. #indiechat -9:28 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @ali_cross Hey Ali! #indiechat -9:28 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @laurapauling Offer links to contests, blog posts, ect. that then link to amazon :) #indiechat -9:28 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr YES @BPuttroff My sales increased quite a bit when I stopped marketing on social media and focused on writing and relationships #indiechat -9:28 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I think spotlight books in the genre you write in might help. #indiechat -9:28 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @DougSolter I don't mind those, but still find it annoying when my inbox fills after I go in and reciprocate follows. #indiechat -9:29 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling How about @AngelaAckerman and the Random Acts of Kindness. Get others involved in the launch. Make it about them. #indiechat Not you. -9:29 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @laurapauling That reminds me. I'm doing a blog hop soon & need more victims. =D http://t.co/MrfIFTM7 #indiechat -9:29 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @KatGirl_Studio Love it! It looks awesome on my wall in the float frame <3 -9:29="-9:29" 2012="2012" 4th="4th" indiechat="indiechat" p="p" pm="pm" sep="sep">



srjohannes RT @SPNHeather: #IndieChat Just shamless self promo here I offer virtual book tours esp. for My Indie Authors *have references also* htt ... -9:29 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn I personally like it when my author friends tweet a good tag line for their book -something easy to RT, that people will like #indiechat -9:29 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes @Steenaholmes i love that for you! #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



SPNHeather @laurapauling That is a good thing! @AngelaAckerman #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero In my experience, promoting on forums is difficult. I once got scolded for going too far. #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @LauraHoward78 huge difference! I made 6 figures in August. I was also part of amazon promo which helped #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne If you're tweeting about a blog post, give a hint as to what it's about. Much more likely to click on something that interests me #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff #indiechat These days I mostly participate in some awesome Twitter writing communities, and try to help out bloggers. -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @BPuttroff Relationships are so important but if the writing isn't good it won't matter in the end :) #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Froze8 very cool idea =^.^= #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes @chihuahuazero i usually RT other posts to cross promote their blog #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @susankayequinn I agree- when they tweet a great one liner from their book that's something I really enjoy, and again good to RT #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero Younger writers, like me, tend to be more wary about self-promotion. #fromexperience #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @srjohannes for??? I'll take all the love I can ;) #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Congrats! @Steenaholmes @LauraHoward78 huge difference! I made 6 figures in August. I was also part of amazon promo which helped #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @Froze8 I think that's true. The best "marketing" is developing your writing and trying to provide value to the readers you have. #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Ah yes, we can't ignore that. No matter how much social media you use or links you tweet. It always comes down to the writing. #indiechat -9:30 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes @chihuahuazero so as far as me tweeting my stuff directly - maybe 2 or 3 times a day and that is not every day #indiechat -9:31 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @srjohannes I do that all the time, with my weekly round-ups. #indiechat -9:31 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Steenaholmes what was? #indiechat -9:31 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @laurapauling I love hosting authors and contests if anyone here wants to be on my blog http://t.co/tqYNasrT #indiechat -9:31 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Sibarium Hi all #Indiechat… -9:31 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes RT @BPuttroff: #indiechat I don't know. My sales increased quite a bit when I stopped marketing on social media and focused on writing a ... -9:31 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @thebookdesignr that's what I do. I need to design/pick some more. #indiechat -9:31 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @Froze8 You'll be the first people I come to when I get to publishing something. One day. @laurapauling #indiechat -9:31 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @overdunne So agree - I wish people would make better headlines for their posts, so I know what it is #indiechat -9:31 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BethanyLopez2 RT @SPNHeather: #IndieChat Just shamless self promo here I offer virtual book tours esp. for My Indie Authors *have references also* htt ... -9:32 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @Sibarium Hey, welcome to the lottery! ;) #indiechat -9:32 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @KatGirl_Studio being on the bestseller list in bistro media. also made a few other bestseller lists. it all helps ;) #indiechat -9:32 PM Sep 4th, 2012



skmayh Genius plan! Made me want to be a better person and buy her book.@laurapauling @AngelaAckerman and the Random Acts of Kindness. #indiechat -9:32 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr #indiechat I just sort of invited myself and jumped in to chat cos I saw another tweeter do it... is it okay I'm here in this chat? -9:32 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @susankayequinn @overdunne Me three. Headline writing is a science. #indiechat -9:32 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @thebookdesignr Of course. Everyone is welcome! #indiechat -9:32 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Battista_j @Froze8 @laurapauling I'd love to be on your blog! Great looking! #indiechat -9:32 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @thebookdesignr Welcome! :) #indiechat -9:32 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling A great headline and a good post behind it. #indiechat -9:32 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @susankayequinn @overdunne agreed! "better headlines" are necessary! Otherwise why click thru? #indiechat -9:33 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Steenaholmes what's bistro media? #indiechat -9:33 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @thebookdesignr Absolutely! #indiechat -9:33 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr #indiechat - for the record first twitter chat EVER. *does the twitter chat dance* #notwitterchatvirginanymore -9:33 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling How many of you blog for readers instead of writers or how many don't care? #indiechat -9:33 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling And participating in Twitter chats are a great way to get to know new people. #indiechat -9:33 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @KatGirl_Studio Thanks :) Hoping I'll see more of your work for the next book (and you know I'm just looking for Travis ;) ) #indiechat -9:33 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff RT @laurapauling: And participating in Twitter chats are a great way to get to know new people. #indiechat -9:33 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne @susankayequinn I agree... #indiechat -9:33 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @BPuttroff Amen! #indiechat -9:34 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @laurapauling I can only blog for writers. I'm not sure how I can for readers, since I don't have any books published. #indiechat -9:34 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 I love twitter chats for that. RT @laurapauling: And participating in Twitter chats are a great way to get to know new people. #indiechat -9:34 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LawsonWrites @laurapauling totally don't care. I blog about whatever I feel like that day. I know what gets readers but i don't pander #indiechat -9:34 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn LOL! @thebookdesignr: for the record first twitter chat EVER. *does the twitter chat dance* #notwitterchatvirginanymore #indiechat -9:34 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne @laurapauling I blog rarely...but when I do, I never really think about it. Maybe I should... #indiechat -9:34 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr I blog for writers because it helps authors for DIY book design. For writing POV- still writers. Sharing experience is important. #indiechat -9:34 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Froze8 There will totally be Travis art for the next 3 books. Each of them will be getting their own trailer for book 2 as well. #indiechat -9:34 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @laurapauling I think chats like this and #yalitchat is one reason why I have this many followers. #indiechat -9:34 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling I see some authors talking about street teams. Have any of you considered that? #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @chihuahuazero Awww thank you :) and if you are ever looking to hire some help @BiblioCrunch may be a place to start #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



bytefulcom @Froze8 @bputtroff They're mutually reinforcing! To profit, you must not only create value but also deliver it. Network. #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @KatGirl_Studio Here's the link to media bistro. They do awesome posts and keep up to date with publishing http://t.co/5FCofxrJ #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chel_c_cam RT @laurapauling: And participating in Twitter chats are a great way to get to know new people. #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @laurapauling @BPuttroff @susankayquinn Thanks for the welcome :) #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @LauraHoward78 sure do :) #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @thebookdesignr Of course! Glad to have you! #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Battista_j @laurapauling I blog about whatever interests me. I try to keep it about writing topics, but sometimes that ain't happening. #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Sibarium @laurapauling I don't really know who I'm blogging for. That's part of my blogging problem. #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Stacey_WB @LawsonWrites I'm the same. It's a good way to get your personality across to readers. #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross @overdunne Once you identify your message it will help you come up with awesome blog topics that appeal to your readers #indiechat -9:35 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Commenting on bigger blogs with helpful and creative comments (no links) might be one way. #indiechat -9:36 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Steenaholmes Oh GalleyCat, my books have been featured in their coming attractions section. #indiechat -9:36 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @Battista_j Ah thank you! Can you send me an e-mail? I'm really trying to get some quality stuff up :) #indiechat -9:36 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @JJMassa1 @laurahoward78 did what work? Being on the list? got on there due to sales. Have I seen sales since being on list? Yes #indiechat -9:36 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr Exactly. It's all marketing. Gotta identify your goals. RT @ali_cross: @overdunne Once you identify your message... #indiechat -9:36 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @laurapauling What are street teams? #indiechat -9:36 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @KatGirl_Studio that's awesome!! #indiechat -9:36 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Sibarium @patricialynne07 @laurapauling I've met some awesome people in the last #indiechat that I participated in. I never know when they are. -9:36 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @Steenaholmes would you guest post on my blog??? That's crazy- six figs!!! #indiechat -9:36 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross Yep RT @laurapauling: Commenting on bigger blogs with helpful and creative comments (no links) might be one way. #indiechat -9:36 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @laurapauling I am more about the readers but try to include content for all. #indiechat -9:37 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn RT @Steenaholmes @KatGirl_Studio media bistro. They do awesome posts and keep up to date with publishing http://t.co/56lcDp5h #indiechat -9:37 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero I'm still trying to figure out the angle I can take as an unpublished writer. Any advice? #indiechat -9:37 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne @ali_cross My message is a bit foggy right now...:) In tune with the rest of my currently chaotic life! :) #indiechat -9:37 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @chihuahuazero By sharing things other readers will like? :) #indiechat -9:37 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Sibarium @laurapauling Street teams? #indiechat -9:37 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @LauraHoward78 it is very crazy, but it's been a crazy month. Agent offers, publisher offers … crazy. #indiechat -9:37 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes @Steenaholmes can you attribute or track it to something you did specifically? that is the hard part #indiechat -9:37 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @susankayequinn A group of people/fans who "hit the streets" for you. Grassroots marketing. #indiechat -9:37 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @Froze8 And how would you define that? #indiechat -9:37 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Just be yourself. @chihuahuazero: Im still trying to figure out the angle I can take as an unpublished writer. Any advice? #indiechat -9:38 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross @chihuahuazero Don't blog for writers blog for potential future readers Identify you're topic/theme & write from the heart #indiechat -9:38 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero I want to avoid giving advice that I don't have the authority to give as much as possible. #indiechat -9:38 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne @Steenaholmes crazy, but GOOD? #indiechat -9:38 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @KatGirl_Studio Very excited. Hoping to get some prints of him to add up on the wall <3 -9:38="-9:38" 2012="2012" 4th="4th" book="book" boy="boy" for="for" indiechat="indiechat" obsession="obsession" p="p" pm="pm" sep="sep" sorry="sorry" the="the">



Steenaholmes @srjohannes I can. But it all begins with a good book and smart marketing. Getting reviews and have others spread the word. #indiechat -9:38 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Just starting off I think it's best to be yourself, reach out and make some friends. #indiechat -9:38 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Steenaholmes yes and mine was the picture featured one each time. http://t.co/QuF7XFp6 #indiechat -9:39 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @overdunne very good ;) Being indie is always good, isn't it! #indiechat -9:39 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero One problem is that all my blog posts cover a wide range of topics. Writing craft, writing life, reviews... #indiechat -9:39 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross RT @laurapauling: Just starting off I think its best to be yourself, reach out and make some friends. #indiechat -9:39 PM Sep 4th, 2012



srjohannes RT @Froze8: @chihuahuazero Awww thank you :) and if you are ever looking to hire some help @BiblioCrunch may be a place to start #indiechat -9:39 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @thebookdesignr sure did. I hear it's the new slush pile. #indiechat -9:39 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Froze8 no worries =^.^= I wish I could get them done faster for you. #indiechat -9:39 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling And once you publish it's important to still be yourself, reach out and be friendly. #indiechat -9:39 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 RT @laurapauling: Just starting off I think its best to be yourself, reach out and make some friends. #indiechat -9:39 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes RT @ali_cross: RT @laurapauling: Just starting off I think its best to be yourself, reach out and make some friends. #indiechat -9:40 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @chihuahuazero Honestly, I think the writing is the biggest thing. Unless you have a focus for a blog, it won't help much #indiechat -9:40 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @chihuahuazero Ever considered splitting the blogs up? Make two or three different blogs to hit your niche every time? #indiechat -9:40 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chel_c_cam RT @laurapauling: And once you publish it's important to still be yourself, reach out and be friendly. #indiechat -9:40 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero I want to be "the teenage voice" of writing blogs, along with someone unafraid to challenge other bloggers. Is that enough? #indiechat -9:40 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Sibarium @Steenaholmes @srjohannes Very true! #indiechat -9:40 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 RT @ali_cross: RT @laurapauling: Just starting off I think its best to be yourself, reach out and make some friends. #indiechat -9:40 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne @chihuahuazero I'm there with you. There is so much info out there, need a few months to feel comfy with self pubbed existance #indiechat -9:40 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 @laurapauling I like that. #indiechat -9:40 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff How many writers of fiction here have blogs you consider to be successful? #indiechat -9:40 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @laurapauling you don't see that as self promo? #indiechat I love it too but always worry if I do it. -9:41 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne @Steenaholmes It is! So much choice and opportunity in indie! #indiechat -9:41 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @chihuahuazero For me I do reviews, giveaways, Author Birthday Bash, and release day posts. Try 2 share things I like as a reader #indiechat -9:41 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @thebookdesignr I'm going for the hub style site/ blog and posting certain content of certain days. #indiechat -9:41 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @thebookdesignr I considered that, but I don't think running multiple blogs would be more helpful. #indiechat -9:41 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @BPuttroff What do you consider success? #indiechat -9:41 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @laurapauling like evangelists.. @susankayequinn #indiechat -9:41 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @BPuttroff How do you measure success? #indiechat -9:41 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @KatGirl_Studio gorgeous cover! I remember seeing it before! #indiechat -9:42 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero However, I'm considering writing a writer's guide on how to use Google Docs/Drive. Anyone interested? #indiechat -9:42 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @susankayequinn However you want to measure it -- you, personally, consider it successful. #indiechat -9:42 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @KatGirl_Studio Yeah that's a really good idea. Categorizing every day, that'd be effective. #indiechat -9:42 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne RT @laurapauling: Just starting off I think its best to be yourself, reach out and make some friends.<--- YES! #indiechat -9:42 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @KatGirl_Studio I don't mind waiting, I know you are busy, just don't forget me for your next tour :) #indiechat -9:42 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Be careful about spreading yourself too thin. @chihuahuazero: @thebookdesignr running multiple blogs would be more helpful. #indiechat -9:42 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Steenaholmes thanks, I created it myself =^.^= #indiechat -9:43 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross @BPuttroff I consider my blog a success; I get a lot of views from readers who comment on FB instead of the blog tho, lol #indiechat -9:43 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Sibarium @susankayequinn @BPuttroff great question #indiechat -9:43 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @BPuttroff Personally, I consider my blog successful. It meets my needs, and gives me a platform to reach other writers/readers. #indiechat -9:43 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Here's an example of one author's approach to creating a street team. #indiechat http://t.co/nFCWcrrr -9:43 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter Yes. Make friends and write a lot of stuff! RT @chihuahuazero #indiechat -9:43 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @Froze8 Oh I wont. We had to push everything back till after the wedding. #indiechat -9:43 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @skmayh @laurapauling My ears were burning, lol. So glad I got here in time to catch a bit of #indiechat What's the topic? -9:43 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @keithisaWIP I've been using Docs for 2-3 years. #indiechat -9:43 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @BPuttroff @srjohannes has a good blog but she also is a marketing expert. #indiechat -9:43 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne Biggest thing about blogging right now- I want 2 B positive. There's enough snark out there. I want to encourage writers like me #indiechat -9:44 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling street team? #indiechat -9:44 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero RT @laurapauling: Here's an example of one author's approach to creating a street team. #indiechat http://t.co/nFCWcrrr -9:44 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @AngelaAckerman Topic: Do you consider your blog successful? In your case: YES #indiechat -9:44 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @AngelaAckerman We're talking about using social media without direct selling. #indiechat -9:44 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero How can I blog to readers as an unpublished author? #indiechat -9:44 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @KatGirl_Studio Creating a group of fans who you reward and who help you promote - grassroots. #indiechat -9:44 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @susankayequinn @bputtroff true. My success when I blog a few times a month isn't the same as one who does more regularly. #indiechat -9:44 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @laurapauling Ah yes. So important! #indiechat -9:45 PM Sep 4th, 2012



bytefulcom @Steenaholmes Yes! Congrats :) Does anyone ever think you're an overnight success? Just tell them it takes years of practice :) #indiechat -9:45 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter Thanks! RT @laurapauling Here's an example of one author's approach to creating a street team. #indiechat http://t.co/nqVu84yS #indiechat -9:45 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @chihuahuazero You write about interesting things that they can then take something away for themselves. #indiechat -9:45 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @KatGirl_Studio That's so understandable :) #indiechat -9:45 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling Oh that's a good idea. #indiechat -9:45 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @chihuahuazero Talk about what you're working on. Post teasers. Or what inspires you. #indiechat -9:45 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @chihuahuazero Just blog about YOU, your interests etc. Thru the magic of the interwebs, you will gather like minded souls. #indiechat -9:45 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @laurapauling I like what's she's doing #indiechat -9:46 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @Steenaholmes I'm sure that's true. :) #indiechat -9:46 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @susankayequinn However, I felt like nobody really found my "Writer's Updates" useful. :/ But I'm trying to change that. #indiechat -9:46 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling What creative ways to use social media to promote books have you all seen or used? #indiechat -9:46 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman Did you see what Donna Gephart did on her blog? Smart, kind & endears her 2 gatekeepers of her audience. http://t.co/Sdc6EXeG #indiechat -9:46 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero Am I hijacking the chat? #indiechat -9:46 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @bytefulcom LOL-I don't consider myself to be successful-Just a writer like everyone else with a story that touches hearts. #indiechat -9:47 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @Steenaholmes I think it's much easier to start street teams when you have a large fanbase . But one could start small. #indiechat -9:47 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @Steenaholmes Yes! It's not a secret formula but writing that touches people's hearts #indiechat -9:48 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @chihuahuazero Amendment: blog about things that interest you (and would, therefore, interest other people).Not re:your daily w/c #indiechat -9:48 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @susankayequinn @chihuahuazero I try to blog about me and books I enjoy, still working on marketing my blog and getting it out #indiechat -9:48 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @laurapauling you have to start somewhere, right? #indiechat The question is when and where? -9:48 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman There's also what Darcy Pattison is doing this week: Random Acts of Publicity http://t.co/lDttAQHn #indiechat -9:48 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Yes! RT @AngelaAckerman: There's also what Darcy Pattison is doing this week: Random Acts of Publicity http://t.co/VGXzG1rp #indiechat -9:48 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @laurapauling chat's like this are awesome. I love when author's have chat's just to talk to them #indiechat -9:49 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @Steenaholmes You should own the success! It helps others to do that too. :) #indiechat -9:49 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff If you're an author, and you consider your blog to be "successful" -- who is the core audience of your blog? #indiechat -9:49 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio I'm gonna be relaunching my blog this winter after the wedding. #indiechat -9:49 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman I have focused on discoverability by blogging on topics tied to my book's content. This has worked well, I think #indiechat -9:49 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @Froze8 It's awesome when readers/bloggers are interested. :) #indiechat -9:49 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @susankayequinn yes ma'am ;) I'll own it - just need time for it to all sink in! #indiechat -9:49 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @BPuttroff For right now, my blog audience is mainly other writers I've met online from what I can tell. #indiechat They interact the most. -9:49 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman Because it's of interest to the people who would find my book helpful. #indiechat -9:50 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross @BPuttroff That's the Holy Grail, isn't it?? :D #indiechat -9:50 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @ali_cross It really is. :D #indiechat -9:50 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @laurapauling @angelaackerman saw this today and loved it! #indiechat great idea! Your Random Acts of Kindness was brilliant too -9:50 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @AngelaAckerman yes, I think with nonfiction on writing it's a bit easier to reach your target audience! You've done a great job! #indiechat -9:50 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @laurapauling That's what I've noticed, too. #indiechat -9:50 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @BPuttroff It really is. I love seeing places like this grow. #indiechat -9:50 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero Maybe I should go back to the "Life of a Writer" angle I started my blog with, but I veered away from. #indiechat -9:50 PM Sep 4th, 2012



skmayh @AngelaAckerman Your book is really a helpful tool for writers. So glad I bought a paper copy. #indiechat -9:51 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @Steenaholmes LOL! I've always said that success can be harder than failure; there's definitely an adjustment time. #congratsBTW #indiechat -9:51 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @laurapauling I agree, it's easier when writers actually ARE a target market. But I have slanted my blog to be educational too #indiechat -9:51 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff I think a blog where the core audience is writers is awesome -- when you're marketing TO writers. But what about fiction? #indiechat -9:51 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @AngelaAckerman That's true. You reach teachers and librarians which will be great for future fiction release. #smart #indiechat -9:51 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @AngelaAckerman you're an expert at creating a street team ala Random Acts of Kindness!! @laurapauling #indiechat -9:51 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @laurapauling so that the gatekeepers 4 my Fiction (teachers, etc) will read the blog & hopefully give me a way into classrooms #indiechat -9:52 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @skmayh @AngelaAckerman same here! It's bookmarked, highlighted and written in all ready! #indiechat -9:52 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter My blog is geared toward writing and screenwriting. Sometimes movies. Since my book is about F1, I might blog about that too. #indiechat -9:52 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @DianeCapri thanks Diane! Come join #indiechat - we're talking about promo without spamming and other stuff -9:53 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @LauraHoward78 @skmayh @Steenaholmes Thx :) It was easy because it was within my brand--who I am. I love 2help & celebrate others #indiechat -9:53 PM Sep 4th, 2012



bytefulcom @Steenaholmes Well 6-figures in one month from book sales is pretty darn good. What *does* success look like to to you, Steena? #indiechat -9:53 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling How many of you use FB effectively? #indiechat -9:53 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @BPuttroff I'm working on building my blog mostly for other readers but then I have @BiblioCrunch's new blog for writers. #indiechat -9:53 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @BPuttroff Writers are readers. Writers are teachers. Writers are librarians, doctors, parents... #indiechat -9:53 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman I think that's the real key of using Social media in any way --be genuine. #indiechat. -9:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @DougSolter F1? #indiechat -9:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Yes! RT @AngelaAckerman: I think that's the real key of using Social media in any way --be genuine. #indiechat. -9:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LawsonWrites @BPuttroff my blog is just kind of a random collection of my thoughts, pop culture, publishing and pop culture. #indiechat -9:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr Definitely RT @AngelaAckerman: I think that's the real key of using Social media in any way --be genuine. #indiechat. -9:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @skmayh You are so sweet, Sharon! #indiechat <3 -9:54="-9:54" 2012="2012" 4th="4th" p="p" pm="pm" sep="sep">



chihuahuazero I presume that some of my blog audience are teen and/or YA writer-readers. #indiechat -9:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 @laurapauling I just started paying attention to my public fb page. #indiechat -9:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero RT @susankayequinn: @BPuttroff Writers are readers. Writers are teachers. Writers are librarians, doctors, parents... #indiechat -9:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @bytefulcom good question. I want success to look the same when my next book comes out. #indiechat What does success look like? -9:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LawsonWrites @BPuttroff oops! I said pop culture twice. It's probably telling. #indiechat -9:54 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 RT @AngelaAckerman: I think thats the real key of using Social media in any way --be genuine. #indiechat. #indiechat -9:55 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero I want to form a community. The question is, how? #indiechat -9:55 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr Being genuine as @AngelaAckerman said is vital. If I feel you actually want to talk with me instead of just spam me, I'm hooked #indiechat -9:55 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @laurapauling I'm trying and it seems hit or miss for me. #indiechat -9:55 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @chihuahuazero Slowly over time, including your audience, getting them active with comments or contests, Maybe. #indiechat -9:55 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 Before #indiechat is over - I'm still looking for authors and bloggers for ABB http://t.co/BhEqSggN and indie authors are always welcome! -9:55 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @bytefulcom I do recognize what this means for me - cause it's huge. I just don't want it to be a one-time thing #indiechat -9:55 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @thebookdesignr Ah! Scarlett! <---the woman who created our awesome book cover! *throws sprinkles & glitter* #indiechat -9:55 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @susankayequinn That's true. But I see a lot of indie blogs focused on indie writing --are people really connecting with that? #indiechat -9:55 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes RT @EArroyo5: RT @AngelaAckerman: I think thats the real key of using Social media in any way --be genuine. #indiechat. #indiechat -9:56 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 RT @laurapauling: Yes! RT @AngelaAckerman: I think that's the real key of using Social media in any way --be genuine. #indiechat. -9:56 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter Sorry. F1 meaning Formula 1 racing. :) #indiechat -9:56 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne @laurapauling I'm still figuring out FB pages. I've got a cool header though...:) (thanks Streetlight Graphics!) #indiechat -9:56 PM Sep 4th, 2012



EArroyo5 I write YA so sometimes I use my kids as filters before I go out in public. lol #indiechat -9:56 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @Froze8 I think a blog by a reader for readers is different -- different audience, different awesome purpose. #indiechat -9:56 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross @BPuttroff Not in my experience My readers want to connect with ME #indiechat -9:56 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @laurapauling Running a contest right now. Not a lot of people entered. #indiechat -9:56 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @thebookdesignr Exactly. If I like you and feel you are genuine, I want to help you succeed. #indiechat. This is how to build community. -9:56 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @Steenaholmes gotta keep the momentum up!! :) @bytefulcom #indiechat -9:57 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @BPuttroff My blog traffic doubled when I went indie. #indiechat -9:57 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @chihuahuazero yeah, that's tough b/c there are so many contests that it's hard to get noticed! #indiechat -9:57 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @AngelaAckerman I accept sprinkles and glitter and respond with cookies and chocolate milk! #indiechat -9:57 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @ali_cross That's been my experience, too. My actual audience cares nothing about the writing/publishing process. #indiechat -9:57 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @BPuttroff I agree! But it still takes a lot of time and commitment to build up a blog :) #indiechat -9:57 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 “@AngelaAckerman: Exactly. If I like you and feel you are genuine, I want to help you succeed. #indiechat. This is how to build community.” -9:57 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @BPuttroff I talk about indie stuff, but not exclusively. Sometimes I talk about Neil Armstrong. :) Sometimes I talk about my kid #indiechat -9:57 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @BPuttroff I think this is sometimes indies trying to market to indies. #indiechat -9:57 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @AngelaAckerman And so many authors- as smallbiz- don't realise it's not going to happen straight away. It takes time and effort. #indiechat -9:57 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @chihuahuazero I've had difficulty getting contests on my blog noticed too. =( #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



bytefulcom @Steenaholmes By "look the same" do you mean unchanged by outside circumstances or to reproduce the results you're getting now? #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @susankayequinn @bputtroff really??? why the increase? Do you know? #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 @AngelaAckerman great quote- perfect in fact! #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Sibarium @laurapauling @chihuahuazero That's wehre being friendly with bloggers and your followers come in handy, & bloghops #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @laurapauling And no one at the writer's forum I'm at even care about the book/interview. :( #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @thebookdesignr YES! I so needed chocolate milk! #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LawsonWrites @Stacey_WB I can't pretend to be an expert on anything except knowing too much about pop culture. I can only share my experiences #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross @Froze8 It does, but it doesn't have to be your whole life Even if it's just 1x/wk, as long as your consistent, you're golden #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @Froze8 It definitely does. I just wonder if it's what AUTHORS should be focused on -- or should we be promoting blogs like yours #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @chihuahuazero @laurapauling What's is for? :D Got a contest on my blog too. #indiechat -9:58 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @Sibarium @laurapauling That's why I entered a Mythology Bloghop. All I need is an e-book to giveaway... #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @patricialynne07 @chihuahuazero Have you guys tried pairing up with other bloggers for a group contest? This can be successful. #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @Froze8 @laurapauling "Let's Write a Short Story!" by @joebunting. It's a writing craft e-book. #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB Excellent chat folks! Sorry I missed that last but there. ;) #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @susankayequinn Did your sales? #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @Steenaholmes I'm pretty sure it was because I was publishing a novel people were excited to talk about. Plus indie was "new" #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB RT @laurapauling: @KatGirl_Studio Creating a group of fans who you reward and who help you promote - grassroots. #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @AngelaAckerman @patricialynne07 I've done a (failed) blog hop, but not a group contest. Hmm... #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @chihuahuazero @JessieHarrell wrote Destined which is based on Greek mythology. I bet she'd give away an ebook! #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @BPuttroff @ali_cross I'll agree with this. I'm much more interested in the AUTHOR and the books than in the process #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @AngelaAckerman Without meaning to, perhaps. #indiechat -9:59 PM Sep 4th, 2012



patricialynne07 @AngelaAckerman No I have not but I will keep that in mind for the next contest I try. #Indiechat @chihuahuazero -10:00 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @chihuahuazero Today @jamigold, @LurchKPrincess & I have a three way contest going on. It's working well. #Indiechat -10:00 PM Sep 4th, 2012



ali_cross Gotta jet and pick up Thing 2 from karate. Bye all! #indiechat -10:00 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling @ali_cross Bye! #indiechat -10:00 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @ali_cross See ya! #indiechat -10:00 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DiamondLB RT @laurapauling: Here's an example of one author's approach to creating a street team. #indiechat http://t.co/nFCWcrrr -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



laurapauling Everyone keep chatting! I'm going to sign off to do the transcripts. Thanks everyone for a great chat! #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @ali_cross Good night! #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @BPuttroff My blog traffic and sales aren't correlated. Blog traffic doubled; sales have been exponentially increasing all along #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



DougSolter Yes! Great chat, Everyone! @Froze8 I will DM you here in a couple minutes. :) #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



AngelaAckerman @BPuttroff I think so. Sometimes it's people building community, s/t not. #indiechat. I hope most are genuine a/b building comm. #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @bytefulcom I think a reproduction. Not just sales but keeping my readers, growing as a writer, write a better book. Make sense? #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @laurapauling You're welcome! #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio maybe i should have polls for what content people want to see me talk about in the blog. #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



overdunne I'm happy to provide guest posts about my fledgling novel, and would also host guest posters as soon as blog is ready for that :) #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @ali_cross My goal has been 3 but that's because I'm also going promos/release day posts, things that aren't so time consuming #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn Bye Ali! Thing2! *snort* @ali_cross: Gotta jet and pick up Thing 2 from karate. Bye all! #indiechat -10:01 PM Sep 4th, 2012



BPuttroff @susankayequinn That's kind of where my thought process is -- that blogging has nothing to do with book platform in fiction. #indiechat -10:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012



chihuahuazero @heatherbrewer's minion horde are the kind of community I want to create. #indiechat -10:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012



KatGirl_Studio @laurapauling where are the transcripts? I've been missing so many chats due to wedding stuff. #indiechat -10:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012



susankayequinn @laurapauling Thanks for doing the transcript, as always, Laura! #yourock #indiechat -10:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Steenaholmes @susankayequinn make sense! I think writing a book people want to read is key. Same as writing a book with our 'heart' in it. #indiechat -10:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012



Froze8 @BPuttroff Good question. I think maybe it should not be a focus but another way to connect to readers. I want to know about u #indiechat -10:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012



LauraHoward78 RT @laurapauling: Here's an example of one author's approach to creating a street team. #indiechat http://t.co/nFCWcrrr -10:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012



thebookdesignr @KatGirl_Studio I find the best way is to scour twitter/forums. What are they talking about? What questions are asked? Then write.#indiechat -10:02 PM Sep 4th, 2012

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