Social Media
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A writer or illustrator's platform involves social media. Mastering social media can be difficult, but these articles can help you navigate the terrain. Also, check out our section on Marketing & Creating a Platform.
Handy Tools
Social Media Image Resizing Tool
72 Free Image Sources for Authors
Social Media In General
Website/Blogs
How to Build a Website - A Complete Guide for Beginners
Is Your Website Protected . . . Better Yet, Are YOU?
Building an Author Website Before the Agent and the Book
How to Build an Author Website: Getting Started Guide
Join our KIDLIT411 Facebook Group to connect with other children's writers and illustrators
The Pros and Cons of Using A Facebook Profile but Not an Official Page
It's Time to Do a Facebook Settings Checkup
Twitter (X)
Debbie Ridpath Ohi's Twitter Guide for Authors & Illustrators
Twitter Hashtags Writers Should Follow When Seeking a Literary Agent
Twitter Pitch Parties
Most Popular Twitter Pitch Parties for Writers
How to Get Attention in a Twitter Pitch Event
Most Popular Twitter Pitch Parties for Writers
How to Get Attention in a Twitter Pitch Event
Goodreads
TikTok
How Crying on TikTok Sells Books
21 Authors to Follow on TikTok for Book Promo Ideas
Discord
Writing Discord Communities
YouTube
Complete Guide to YouTube Optimization: Everything You Need to Optimize Your Channel
Other
Reddit for Writers: 47 Writing Subreddits to Explore
Complete Guide to YouTube Optimization: Everything You Need to Optimize Your Channel
Other
Reddit for Writers: 47 Writing Subreddits to Explore