SFFMP 217: Tools and Software for Authors + Getting More Fan Engagement on Twitter and Facebook
This week, the guys talked about the various tools and services they use as professional authors. Everything is listed below with links to the sites. The guys also gave some tips for increasing engagement on Facebook and Twitter and really using those social media platforms to help turn casual readers into fans–and maybe even attract new fans!
Tools/services for authors
Writing
Formatting
Mailing list provider
Easy ebook delivery
Sales tracking
Stock Photos for ads or social media posts
News
- Kboards Writers’ Cafe
- Various Facebook groups for authors
Analyzing the market or looking up keywords for ads
- K-Lytics (Lindsay likes their semi-annual science fiction and fantasy reports, which you can buy without a subscription)
- KDP Rocket
Creating ads/photo manipulation/temporary covers
Storage/backup
Are there any tools that we didn’t mention that you would recommend (no self-promo, please)?
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