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- Article Excerpt (Intro): A great mascot isn’t just for cereal boxes or car insurance commercials. Mascots give your brand personality, consistency, and a touch of fun — all while making your content instantly recognizable. Here’s why every brand (big or small) can benefit from having a mascot, plus simple steps to create your own.
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Algospeak for Romance Authors
If you’re a romance or erotica author, you’ve probably run into this problem: you want to share a steamy excerpt or tease a sexy scene online, but social media flags your post or restricts visibility. That’s where Algospeak comes in.
Algospeak is a playful, coded language authors use to talk about romance, intimacy, and erotic content without triggering content moderation algorithms. Think of it as a secret vocabulary your audience understands, but the algorithms don’t.
For authors, mastering Algospeak isn’t just about avoiding blocks. It’s about creative marketing, reader engagement, and building excitement around your steamy stories.
Ever had a steamy excerpt get blocked on TikTok? Here’s how to talk about your romance novels safely and creatively.
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Marketing your fiction isn’t just about selling books — it’s about connecting with readers who will become loyal fans. In today’s crowded marketplace, ethical marketing helps you build trust and lasting relationships by promoting your stories honestly, without overhyping or misleading.
Ethical marketing means describing your books clearly, setting realistic expectations, and respecting your readers’ time and trust. When you promote with integrity, you create a foundation for long-term success — readers who come back for your next story and share it with others.
In this guide, we’ll explore practical strategies for fiction writers to market their work ethically, helping you grow your audience authentically and sustainably.
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Congratulations! You’ve just finished writing your first book, an achievement worth celebrating. Now comes the next crucial step: getting your book in front of readers. For new authors, promoting a book can feel daunting, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the world of marketing. However, with the right approach and a well-thought-out plan, you can successfully promote your book and build a readership. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you get started.
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No one is buying any books. They don’t have the money. In the last 12 to 15 months, most of the people that I know have lost 50 to 100 percent of their income. Most of the people I know are writers, and they’ve gotten and they’re getting hammered by AI. And you’re thinking – But didn’t you just say AI for ME and not for THEE! I did. You’re the THEE. I’m the THEE. All the other writers are THEE’s. The businesses and corporations are the ME’s. And let’s think about that. What are they acting like? ME ME ME ME ME. Remind you of any particular age of person? If you guessed, screaming toddler in the checkout line at the grocery, you’re a winner! Unfortunately, there’s nothing to win here. Everyone’s losing. This is one big fat race to the bottom.