Does anyone have an opinion as to wether or not author websites are a good marketing tool to provide to potential agents/editors. If so, what do you put on the site?
I've read in numerous places that it's not a good idea. They don't have time to go looking at web sites, and may not be at a computer when they're reading submissions.scfirenice said:Does anyone have an opinion as to wether or not author websites are a good marketing tool to provide to potential agents/editors. If so, what do you put on the site?
Not if you're taken on by a commercial publisher. For the most part, the things that authors can do to promote their books are successful only if they can piggyback on the publisher's own marketing efforts.ngoldman said:Lets face it, even if you do suceed in having a publisher take on your book, the bulk of the promotion will come from you and you alone.
108Days said:I highly recommend a good website. Mine has opened a lot of doors for me and is getting a lot of attention for the book.
108Days said:I highly recommend a good website. Mine has opened a lot of doors for me and is getting a lot of attention for the book.
I'm not sure that they are totally for readers--well, I do agree, but it looks to me like a lot of publishers look "funny" at any author who doesn't have one. You'd have to wonder why and if they would be willing to do what is required to aid in book promotion, if they don't.I agree that webostes are more for readers. They should be clean and well presented and give extra information about published books as well as extra stories, excerpts and gossips to make your reader feel like they know you better. I personally hate the use of flash, soundtracks or other fluff although some nice pictures helps to lift a site.