Well, today for one brief moment, probably more like several hours, Dead and Kicking kicked its way into the top 100 for its category on Amazon.ca. Good thing I took a screen capture, because it was fleeting at best. This time at least.
Self-publishing a book is what you call a long game. Sure, there are some that luck out and find themselves with just the right set of circumstances at just the right time that helps them to rocket up the charts, but for the most part, it’s a slow and steady momentum as you build up your social platform and spread the word.
I think I’m doing the right things, pushing my book, but not pushing so hard that people are put off. Joining in on the conversation on Goodreads and Twitter, contributing to the communities there, without laying on a constant sales pitch. Trying to engage you, my readers both here and on Pinterest. Getting my book out in front of bloggers and reviewers.
I think I’m succeeding. I hope I’m succeeding. I guess if sales continue to grow, I’ll have my answer. Hopefully next time I hit the top 100, I’ll be there to stay.
lisa emme 
That’s incredible! Wow, that’s a huge accomplishment Lisa. How would you compare Pinterest to WordPress?
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Thanks Thomas. I was pretty excited (and glad I picked that particular moment to stalk my book because I might have missed it otherwise). Pinterest is really easy to use and I have to admit it’s been kind of fun putting together boards related to my trilogy. I’m a visual person and needed to find pictures things that I was talking about or having to describe in the book. I figured why not share them with my readers.
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That’s a really well-thought out plan. I’m going to have to look into Pinterest tomorrow. I’m aware that one of the most effective ways to market a book is to create a list of keywords and reach out accordingly. Pinterest sounds like the perfect place to do just that!
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That’s really smart, good thinking by you. I feel compelled to create a Pinterest profile now, thank you for your advice.
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