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Extensive but affordable promotional services are available for published and unpublished Australian and New Zealand authors - as well as authors outside these countries. We provide both paid and unpaid services, and you'll find just some of them listed below:
Prices will always be kept as low as possible: we're authors too and know how difficult it can be to keep putting your hand in your pocket all the time. Click on the relevant link below to obtain the information you require.
When ever I've searched for promotional opportunities in the past, the first thing I've asked is the stats for the site. That is, how many visitors they get. Because you are paying out your hard-earned money, you need to have this information to determine if it's worth your while advertising on a specific site. With that in mind, here's ours: In 2008, we received 10492 unique [first time] visitors and 406063 hits. Our monthly visitor numbers ranged from 800 to 2,200. These are all extremely targeted - people looking for books to buy. * This information is derived from statistical information provided with our hosting package.
We are currently running a few specials, which will be valid until May 31, 2009. All paid slots fill very quickly, so book your place before it's too late. Current offers:
Please consider making a donation to help the site keep afloat. We've left the amount blank to allow you to decide the amount. If every author who uses any of our services donated just $5 each, this would pay for our hosting services for one whole year.
Help us to promote you by adding the Aussie Authors logo to your website. Every time someone clicks on the logo and arrives at this site, they will have the opportunity to learn more about you. In turn, that will assist with name recognition, and also give the reader more opportunity to learn more about your books. To place the logo on your website, right click and 'save picture as'. The link has been imbedded into the logo, but if for some reason it doesn't always work, so please link to: This link needs to be 'active' for it to be of any benefit to all concerned. (That's you and us!)
Aussie Authors is devoted to promoting Australian and New Zealand authors. Owned and operated by an Australian author who has been through the slog of not having the necessary exposure for both myself and our books, I've learned the tricks of the trade along the way. For a low fee-for-service cost, Australian and New Zealand authors can receive regular exposure for themselves and their books, help with organising contests, getting the word out, and much more. There is also be the option of having your own webpage hosted on this site. But without readers, none of this will benefit you - the author/writer. So we are constantly directing readers to the site (via contests, advertising etc) so they can find out about your books! And we'd love for you to let your readers know about the site as well. We have free and paid promotions, with all paid services kept to the lowest possible price. If you're an Aussie or NZ author and this sounds like something you might be interested in, (with absolutely no obligation) leave your details below, and we'll keep you up to date with our promotional activities. We also run Global Spotlights now, so overseas authors, you are welcome to sign up as well. Once your subscription is confirmed, you will be given the link to download an ebook with loads of promotional tips. (And a surprise bonus gift!) *Don't forget to check out the marketing page, which is full of helpful articles and resources about promotion.
To check out our newsletter for readers, click here.
You are welcome to join the readers list too! This is a fairly new service, added due to popular demand. We have had so many requests from writers living in countries other than Australia and New Zealand, and have finally given in! As a result, we are now offering an additional service - "Global Spotlight". This page is reserved only for the above writers, and runs on the same basis as the Featured Author pages. The cost for this service is AUD$25 per slot, (which is actually much lower in US$'s), and runs for one full calendar month. Book your slot by sending payment. If you have a specific date in mind, provide those details ASAP so we can add you to our booking sheet. It is recommended that you check availability before making payment if the date is imperative.
Stats: In 2008, AussieAuthors.com received 10492 unique [first time] visitors and 406063 hits. Our monthly visitor numbers ranged from 800 to 2,200. These are all extremely targeted - people looking for books to buy. * This information is derived from statistical information provided with our hosting package.
We are offering a number of free services for
authors.
The more people who visit the site, the more exposure you and your writing colleagues will receive by default. (It's all part of the 'pay it forward' philosophy.) All services are now handled
by We can organise an interview for you. This can be organised to coincide with a Featured Author or Spotlight slot, or can be totally independent. Check out some of our past interviews here. Need even more exposure? Host a contest! You will be responsible for writing the blurb, and making all the arrangements. You will do the judging (if applicable) and/or choosing winners. We will provide you with somewhere to host it and will send out information to our subscribers. If appropriate, we'll even provide you with an entire page for your contest. Check out our contests page here. *Note: we don't provide any administration for your contest.
All services are now handled
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Links: We can add a link from AussieAuthors to your website. Click here to see how this is handled. New releases are an integral part of AussieAuthors. Let us know about your new release, and we'll add it to the site at no charge. Click here to see past new releases. Go here to see what we need from you regarding your release. Listing of your Chats, Newsletters, and Contests Upcoming Events Calendar - to date no one has utilised this service. Let us know and we'll add your details!
We have a number of articles and free resources to help you with your marketing efforts. If you know of any additional marketing
resources that we can add, please let us know. * Please add the
Aussie Authors logo to your website.
Before requesting any book reviews, please read We now have several book reviewers in Australia. However, you still need to contact us to check availability of book reviews - depending on the reviewer, we generally accept both electronic and print books for review - this is dependant on the reviewer. All book reviews are undertaken by volunteers, they are not paid except in the case of express reviews, which is very rare. Requesting a review does not mean it will be reviewed. We have a small handful of reviewers who try to share the load. (To date, all requests have been fulfilled.) Reviews usually have a turnaround time of 3-6 weeks, but sometimes it can be more or less. There is no charge for book reviews, unless an express service is required. The fee for quick turn-around reviews is $15. This is to compensate the reviewer for having to put other projects aside. Under no circumstances does this money go to AussieAuthors.com - it is passed onto the reviewer in every case. To book the express service, use the following payment button: To organise a book review, please contact Cheryl Wright
Become a Book Reviewer: This is another way for you to get exposure. To compensate you for your time, we'll give you a webpage hosted on this site, plus you get to keep the books you review. If you think you may be interested in becoming a reviewer for Aussie Authors, please contact Cheryl Wright for additional information.
Once submitted, your book cannot be withdrawn except in extremely exceptional circumstances, such as the publisher closing down or a dispute between the publisher and author. If you do not accept these terms, please do not submit your book for review. This is our site policy and we will not deviate from it. *It's unfortunate we've had to add this disclaimer, but it has come about because we've had a small handful of authors unhappy with their review, and have refused to allow their review to be published.
Webpage - $59.95 for **six months that's only $10 per month! (Hosting alone costs more than that.) This price includes hosting and design of a basic webpage. One update per month is also included in this price. Check out this page for samples of what we can do for you. Loads of different styles and colours available. *Once payment is made we'll contact you to discuss your requirements. **Six months is the minimum time option available. It's not worth our while to individually design a page for anything less than six months.
Want to save even more? Book a webpage for twelve months and pay only $89.95 - Save $30. Taking the twelve month option is only $7.50 per month! (Hosting alone costs more than that.) This price includes hosting and design of a basic webpage. One update per month is also included in this price. Check out this page for samples of what we can do for you. Loads of different styles and colours available. *Once payment is made we'll contact you to discuss your requirements.
*This is a one-page 'site'. If you want something more substantial than one page, click here.
Featured Author - $25 - runs for one calendar month. Includes book blurb, cover art for as many of your books as you want, and link to author’s website. (And just about anything else you want.) All previous featured authors are archived, so your small promotional outlay will keep working for you in the years to come. Please note: You generally need to book *at least* one month ahead for this as the featured author slots fill very quickly. It is the most popular page on the website with readers.
Find out what we need to produce your
Author Spotlights - $10 for one month. This page will be shared by a maximum of six authors, but generally has only 2-3 authors. This is the second most popular page on the website, and fills very quickly. Find out what we need to produce your Spotlight.
* Please add the Aussie Authors logo to your website. Banner Creation - we are now doing these in-house, which means even quicker turn-around. Have your author banner created for $29.95. Click here for samples.
Website design - These are also being done in-house, giving you a substantial saving. Email web mistress Cheryl Wright to discuss your needs, and organise a quote. Or if you prefer, ring her: 03 9511-8158 or mobile 0438 287 619 (Our rates are generally much lower than you'll find anywhere else.) |
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