Big Bad Weekly Tip: Become a “Groupie”

By Greenleaf Team - Mar 23 , 2008

By Ryan Wheeler

Looking for potential readers? Internet groups (aka forums, communities, or clubs) can connect you with people who are already discussing topics relevant to your book or area of expertise. Some groups even allow you to post audio, video, photos, polls, links, and calendar events. All you need to do is find them . . . and join them. Here is a list of some of the most popular group sites:

• Yahoo! Groups
• Google Groups
• MSN Groups
• YouTube Groups
• Flickr Groups
• MySpace Groups

All of these sites have communities dedicated to books and literature, but don’t stop there. Browse through the various categories and find more specific groups. There are millions of groups out there, so you’re bound to find some that fit your interests and needs. To narrow your search, look for groups with more members, but remember that smaller niche groups can be beneficial too.

Join the groups and join in on discussions. Just don’t be too invasive and salesy. Let your knowledge and winning personality sell the book for you!