Derek Haines

English teacher, writer, and author. Passionate about grammar, creative writing, and self-publishing. Always exploring new tools and tech to help writers succeed.

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Trigger Words Are The Best Way To Attract Attention

Trigger words, emotive words, or power words all mean the same thing. They are words that attract attention. By whatever term, it’s an old marketing tool to use phrases and words in your writing that produce an emotional response. You can almost imagine a stonemason in biblical times with an advertising stone outside his door saying,…

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No One Reads My Blog

10 Reasons Your Author Blog Isn’t Working For You

I’m publishing blog posts every few days, but my author blog still isn’t getting readers. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many writers and self-published authors start a blog hoping it will bring attention to their books, only to find that traffic is slow and engagement is almost non-existent. The problem usually isn’t effort.…

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Personal Branding For Authors

Personal Branding For Authors: What Does It Mean?

Personal branding for authors is one of the most overlooked ways to build trust, attract readers, and stand out in a crowded book market. Selling books is not easy, but you can make a positive difference if readers recognize your name. However, it doesn’t mean being aggressive or pushy with your book marketing efforts. It’s…

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