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Go with the flow.
Live interviews rarely do! Your host will probably spend some time with you after the recording.
Take the time to thank them. A day or so after the interview, email your host to thank them. Making the Most of Local Radio Opportunities. I find it helpful to listen to interviews with other authors and get an idea of how they talk, the angles they bring to their responses, and the overall dynamic with the host, too. When I listen to one, I try to think of how I would answer the same questions being discussed. The listeners are just eavesdroppers.
And unless lightning strikes, your answers will not make or break your book. Novel promotion is a game of inches. Lighten the pressure by lightening up. My first interview started with the host asking how to pronounce my last name of Pitir.
I laughed, and we were off and running, just talking. As you rightly say, just have fun and relax! Thanks Rachel — and so, so timely. Hopefully these tips will help.
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A time for caution. Anthony StClair July 4, at 6: Rachel Amphlett July 4, at Do prepare for the interview. Develop 5 or 6 sound bites; research relevant stats about your business, your industry, and trends; write a list of questions and outline your answers with bullet points; practice answering questions with a friend or spouse. Respond with more than just yes or no; expand on your answers but try to keep them to a few sentences. Do pay attention to the news and find a relevant trending topic to tie-in to your book.
Do get comfortable for the interview. Have a glass of water, a notebook and pen, and copy of your book at hand. Find a quiet place away from barking dogs or doorbells. Not only does it help to reinforce and explain your message, it also makes for a livelier interview.
Editorial Reviews. About the Author. David K. Ewen, www.farmersmarketmusic.com has been working to connect authors with readers since In , he began his radio. You've landed the radio interview and it's time to get ready to actually do it. Now what? As a book marketing expert and book publicist, I have.
But refrain from telling dicey or off-color jokes. The host will mention your book at different points during the interview. If asked where your book can be purchased, say the book is available at bookstores across the country and online book sellers.
I find it helpful to listen to interviews with other authors and get an idea of how they talk, the angles they bring to their responses, and the overall dynamic with the host, too. Julie Smith hide caption. I'm OK with cookies. To find out more, including how to control cookies, see here: We use cookies to track and analyze your engagement with this website and to deliver our services. This sounds silly, but you want to be comfortable!
Do email the host and the producer after the interview, thanking them for the opportunity to be on their show. Mention that you hope they will keep you in mind for future interviews.
Do promote the interview on your website and blog, as well as across your social media platform such as Facebook and Twitter. Above all be yourself and have fun with the interview and the audience will hear your enthusiasm and passion for your book.
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