
Author Branding vs Marketing vs Publicity vs Platform
Is branding the same thing as publicity?
What’s the difference between author marketing and author branding?
What about book marketing?
And how is author branding different than author platform?
As writers, we know that words matter. And…

Q & A:
How do I get started branding myself?
Q: I want to start a website to gain followers and make money with my writing. I've identified a niche, but I'm wondering how to get started branding myself. -Trish
Andrea:
Understand Yourself & Your People
Before you do anything else dig down…
How do I get started branding myself?

Q & A:
What are some of the mistakes to avoid in branding yourself as a writer?
Q: For writers new to the idea of writing as a business, what are some of the mistakes to avoid when thinking about branding? —Gabrielle
Andrea: Great question.
One of the biggest personal branding mistakes is trying to be everything to everyone.…
What are some of the mistakes to avoid in branding yourself as a writer?

Q & A:
Should I have a book or author photo as my profile picture?
Q: My profile photo on Facebook and Instagram is my book cover. Should I keep it that way, or have a picture of myself? —Brian
Andrea:
Make it a personal photo for sure! People want to connect with a human being, they like books because books…
Should I have a book or author photo as my profile picture?

Q & A:
Should I establish a brand for my book or myself?
Q: I have a book out and one forthcoming. How do I establish a brand? Should I brand my book or myself personally? Do I link the two books through titles? —Lee
Andrea: Generally speaking you want to establish your brand for you as the author,…
Should I establish a brand for my book or myself?

Q & A: I write in multiple genres and topics, how do I build an audience?
Q: I, like several of the other writers here, write multiple genres and on multiple topics. Consciousness, mindfulness, dance and somatics in nonfiction largely; also poetry (several books) and fiction. I've a Facebook presence, tweet, blog.…