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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 two Australian authors who have been through the slog of not having the necessary exposure for both ourselves and our books, we'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. We have employed a publicist, who is brilliant with coming up with new ideas and ways to gain publicity. But without readers, none of this will benefit you - the author/writer. So we'll be directing readers to the site 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. 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. Extensive but affordable promotional services are now available for Australian and New Zealand authors - as well as authors outside these countries - both published and unpublished. 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. * On average, AussieAuthors.com receives between 27,000 and 38,000 hits, and approximately 600 unique visitors per month. (Based on statistical information provided with our hosting package.)
This is a brand-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 basic as the Featured Author pages. The cost for this service is AUD$25 per slot, and runs for one full calendar month. Book your slot by sending payment, but it is recommended that you check availability before making payment as most slots generally fill quickly. * On average, AussieAuthors.com receives between 27,000 and 38,000 hits, and approximately 600 unique [first time] visitors per month - based on statistical information provided with our hosting package.
We will hold regular events where you are the star! (All Events are targeted at readers) Our first event was a huge success and more are planned for the future. There will be a small (nominal) charge to participate in events, which will give you a lot of additional exposure. Here's what you'll get with all Aussie Author events:
* Please add the Aussie Authors logo to your website. We are offering a number of free services for authors. All we ask in exchange is:
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.)
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 as this is a free service.
The following services require website updates, 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.
We now have several book reviewers in Australia. However, you still need to contact Sarah Cook (see below) to check availability of book reviews - depending on the reviewer, we accept both electronic and print books for review. 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 To book the express service, use the following payment button:
For all book reviews, please contact
Sarah Cook
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 Sarah Cook for additional information.
Webpage - $60 for six months (minimum) that's just $10 per month! Hosting included. 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. Book a webpage for twelve months and pay only $100 - Save $20. (Above information applies)
Featured Author - $25 - runs for one month. Includes book blurb, cover art for as many books as we can fit(!), 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 need to book *at least* one month ahead for this, as the featured author slot fills very quickly. It is the most popular page on the website with readers. Find out what we need to produce your featured author page
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 reasonably quickly. (But not as quick as Featured Author slots.) 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 $30. 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 95479992 or mobile 0438 287 619 (Our rates are generally much lower than you'll find anywhere else.) |
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