What legacy will your book leave?

Why did you write your book?

What are your goals for your book?

Many writers that we talk to want their book to make an impact and be remembered. There are many ways that can happen such as book awards, selling your book around the world in different languages and by simply getting your book into the hands of readers who need your message most.

How do you want your book to be remembered?

Think of the books you have read that made an impact on your life. What book did you read as a child that has impacted you as an adult? How do you want your book to leave readers feeling?

One of my favorite children’s books that I still read as an adult is Oh The Places We Shall Go by Dr. Seuss. When I graduated from university I received a copy as a gift.

Books create memories, just like the example above. What does it take to have your book leave a legacy?

-A well written book

- Marketing the the right audience (your target audience)

- Getting your book in the hands of readers

- Creating an author presence and letting people know the person between the covers … You! The author.

Crowdfunding is an option for authors that can help with this. Not only does crowdfunding generate funds for you to professionally publish and launch your book. You can also build a community who become your champions and get to know you. Word of mouth book marketing is really powerful. Think about the number of books you have read simply because someone said “you’ve got to read this book!”

Authors who do crowdfunding campaigns can provide ways for their campaign followers and supporters to get to know them, be on the writing journey with you, and have access to information that you may not be sharing on social media (or they get to see it first). When you plan your crowdfunding campaign make sure you tell readers about your why… it is often the why that people want to get behind and champion.

Victoria Bennett (The Crowdfunding Hub) and Charmaine Hammond (Raise a Dream) are clear on their why... they are passionate about helping authors bring their book, story and message to life!

Together, having taught authors the ins and outs of crowdfunding book projects, they're now embarking on their own crowdfunding journey. This campaign serves as a unique learning experience; by following and supporting the campaign, you will gain insights into the crowdfunding process. Charmaine and Victoria are pulling back the curtain to let you in on the journey and process of funding our book.

Stay in the loop, receive free crowdfunding resources, checklists, desktop guides and more!. ?? Link to sign up to access crowdfunding resources and follow their book journey: https://lnkd.in/gbiZihAW

Remember...

Know Your Why.

Identify the legacy you want your book to leave.

Invite your champions on your journey with you.

And have fun!