If you’re a thriller author, like me, on BookTok, calls to action (CTAs) can feel… awkward. You don’t want to sound salesy.You don’t want to break the tension. And you definitely don’t want to scare readers away with “BUY MY BOOK.” The good news?You don’t need hard sells to grow an audience or sell books. You need layered CTAs —ones that match the mood of your content, train the algorithm, and slowly turn viewers into readers. Here’s how to do it. Micro CTAs for thriller aut

I was thirteen when I turned into a goblin. The world was big and I was small and my dog was my sidekick. I packed up my school bag with pencils and notebooks to make leaf rubbings and design my adventures. The fairy palace was my own creation. I drew it into being. I scrawled a tiny door on the rock, and just like that, it was real.              Major Event was the keeper and the guard who stood watch over the drawbridge.             “How do you stop the kids from storming t

As the nights drew in and the weather turned decidedly wintry, my reading tastes went in every possible direction this November—from sun-soaked islands with dark secrets to chilling Welsh folklore, from intense psychological thrillers to sweeping historical fiction and thoughtful contemporary reads. It’s been one of my most varied months in a while, and I’ve loved diving into stories that challenged me, surprised me, unsettled me, and even offered a little comfort. Book Club

October Reading Wrap-Up 🎃📚 October always feels like the perfect month to curl up with a dark, twisty book and this year didn’t disappoint. Highlight My stand out read for this month was Small Boat. Inspired by the 2021 Channel disaster in which 27 migrants drowned, Small Boat  is a stark, unsettling novella that examines responsibility, complicity, and the failures of empathy. Told through the perspective of a French radio operator accused of negligence, the story unfolds

Creating an engaging author profile is an essential step for writers who want to connect with their audience and build a loyal following. A well-crafted profile not only introduces you to readers but also reflects your personality, style, and the essence of your work. Whether you are a novelist, blogger, or content creator, your author profile can be a powerful tool to attract interest and encourage readers to explore your books . Why Engaging Author Profiles Matter An author

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