Episode 53: Building Your Author Platform Before You Publish

About this episode

This episode provides actionable strategies for aspiring writers to build a strong author platform before publishing their first book.

Want to build a strong author platform before your first book is even published? In this episode, I break down actionable strategies for aspiring writers to grow their audience, establish credibility, and create a powerful online presence from day one. Whether you're writing your first novel or planning your publishing journey, these author platform tips will help you gain momentum and attract readers early. If you're wondering how to grow your audience as a writer or build an author br...

People in this episode

Host: Alba Arango

Topics covered

• author platform
• audience growth
• online presence
• credibility
• publishing journey

Keywords

• author platform
• audience
• online presence
• writing
• publishing
• strategies
• credibility

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