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Author Tools13 Essential ToolsAll Authors Need
Episode 70 of the Self-Publishing
Questions Podcast
Question:Question:Thomas Lau asks: What are the absolute essentials and good-to-have tools (online or offline) for authors?
#1 BlueHost
Your website can helpturn casual readers into subscribers or book buyers.
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#2 Google Analytics
It shows you where traffic is coming from & tells you which pages people are visiting the most.
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#3 Aweber
Email lists make it easy to contact people when you have a new book.
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#4 Word Processing Program
Go simple with Microsoft Word or get technical with outlining & formatting with Scrivener.
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#5 Calibre
If you’re a DIY type of person, this software converst files to .MOBI format.
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#6 Evernote
It’s a great place to store all the ideas you have for your self-publishing business.
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#7 Google Keyword Planner
A good tool for identifying potential niches & gives you an idea of the keywords people are using to find information online.
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#8 Pat’s First Kindle Book (Facebook Group)
A great group for people with book-based businesses, where members help each other out and share tips.
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#9 Kboards.com
A forum for people interested in Kindle publishing and self-publishing as a whole.
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#10 Amazon Author Central
A great place to check the overall state of your business.
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#11 PickFu
An online polling service. Use it to get instant feedback from members.
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#12 Elance
An ideal marketplace for finding people who will work on longer projects.
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#13 Fiverr
A good site for finding people to do quick tasks.
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BiggestBiggest Takeaway:Takeaway:
Take advantage of essential tools that can help you grow yourauthor business.
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