For indie children’s book authors, getting a book into schools and libraries requires a completely different mindset than traditional book marketing. Educators and school librarians are not just looking for entertaining stories to place on a shelf. They're looking for books that support learning, encourage student engagement, and bring real value to the classroom.

 These book marketing timeline guidelines are tailored for self-published authors who are just about to start a new manuscript. However, as each of these strategies plays a vital role in your overall success, you can start implementing them at any point in your publishing journey.

When some authors begin the writing process, they do so with their target audience in mind and a marketing plan in place. This allows them to focus on creating and promoting the right content in order to build their author platform and sell their books. Even before you begin writing, you should first be aware of what you are trying to accomplish by writing. You should also know what message you are trying to promote, who the message is for, and how the reader will benefit from reading your book. If your goal is to attract as many readers as possible in order to sell your book, here are six tips to help. 

Over the past 15 years, the book industry has changed significantly with the introduction of digital printing and print on demand (POD). With change or advancements in any industry comes doubt, confusion, and misinformation. While the book industry has embraced digital printing, there are still common misconceptions about POD.