How to Get Booked on Podcasts and Radio Shows
Getting booked on a podcast or radio show is a great way to reach a new audience and an opportunity to talk more about your book with a friendly host.
For next week’s Authors Academy presentation, we’ll dive into the world of audio-based interviews and how you can get started!
Join us next Wednesday at 11 AM in Arizona (11 AM PST, 2 PM EST) to learn more about:
- How to find podcasts and radio shows you can reach out to
- Getting booked on a show
- Promoting your latest interview after the fact
- and more!
Your host for the call is Wheatmark’s publishing consultant, Tia Lewis, who has worked in editorial both in the NYC publishing scene and self-publishing scene. In addition to her publishing experience, Tia has worked as a social media marketer and video editor.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity — just click on the following link now to register:
Michael Thomas Perone on the Books That Make You Podcast
Wheatmark author of Danger Peak, Michael Thomas Perone, was recently interviewed on the Books That Make You podcast!
The interview was also played on the radio station MyStar95.com on Sunday, April 9.
You can watch his interview here and read about his experience on his blog here.
Michael Thomas Perone in Loyola Magazine
Michael Thomas Perone, Wheatmark author of Danger Peak, was interviewed by his alma mater’s magazine about his life, work, and book.
You can check out the interview with Loyola Magazine from Loyola University Maryland at the link here!
You can also learn more about Danger Peak here.
Designing a Book Cover
The first thing a potential reader sees when checking out a book is the cover. So, what goes into making a book cover that’ll attract the right audience?
For next week’s Authors Academy presentation, we’ll explore the importance of the book cover and what you should think about when it comes to designing (or redesigning) one!
Join us next Wednesday at 11 AM in Arizona (11 AM PST, 2 PM EST) to learn more about:
- Eye-catching visuals and typography for book covers
- Capturing the genre and tone of your book in an image
- Adding pull quotes and badges from reviewers
- and more!
Your host for the call is Wheatmark’s publishing consultant, Tia Lewis, who has worked in editorial both in the NYC publishing scene and self-publishing scene. In addition to her publishing experience, Tia has worked as a social media marketer and video editor.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity — just click on the following link now to register:
The 2023 Tucson Festival of Books
Thank you to everyone who attended and stopped by our booth at the Tucson Festival of Books this year.
We couldn’t have done it without you—and we hope to see you next year, too!
Michael Thomas Perone and Danger Peak on the Back to the ’80s Radio Show and Podcast!
Michael Thomas Perone, Wheatmark author of Danger Peak, was recently featured on Back to the ’80s Radio—a radio show and podcast all about the 1980s.
You can listen to the podcast episode with Michael here and read more about Michael’s experience on his blog here! You can also check out KHits 92.5 Radio Station as well as the podcast if you’re interested in learning more.
Congratulations to Michael for this great feature! And don’t forget to check out his award-winning book, Danger Peak, as well.
We’ll be at the 2023 Tucson Festival of Books!
You can find us at Booth 211.
You can learn more about the books and authors who will be at our booth by clicking on the link here and by checking out the schedule below.
We hope to see you there! Come find us.
Exploring the Author Central Update
Author Central on Amazon has remained the same for quite some time now, but recently they’ve made some changes on what they allow and what features are available.
For this week’s Authors Academy presentation, we’ll cover all the changes and what you need to know about keeping your author page updated in 2023!
Join us on Wednesday at 11 AM in Arizona (10 AM PST, 1 PM EST) to learn more about:
- The features that have been removed
- New additions to take advantage of
- What this means for authors going forward
- and more!
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity — just click on the following link now to register:
Danger Peak Featured in Times Square!
Congratulations to Wheatmark author Michael Thomas Perone, whose book Danger Peak was featured on an electronic billboard in Times Square, thanks to his participation in the BookFest Awards. You can check out the billboard below, and read more about it on his blog, here!
Increasing Your Book Reviews
Book reviews are a great way to introduce your book to new audiences and legitimize the quality of your book, online and offline.
For next week’s Authors Academy presentation, we’ll chat about how you can get more reviews and keep the reviews coming through marketing strategies and the power of networking!
Join us next Wednesday at 11 AM in Arizona (10 AM PST, 1 PM EST) to learn more about:
- Where to find book reviewers and how to reach out
- Creating marketing materials that encourage readers to review
- Using your reviews to promote your book further
- and more!
Your host for the call is Wheatmark’s publishing consultant, Tia Lewis, who has worked in editorial both in the NYC publishing scene and self-publishing scene. In addition to her publishing experience, Tia has worked as a social media marketer and video editor.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity — just click on the following link now to register: