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Writing my book was so overwhelming that I wasn't able to talk about it until just recently. So, my book is out in four months, and I really hope I'm not too late...I know people say to build your audience years in advance, but it took everything out of me just to research and write!

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I think getting books out into the world are so exhausting. You barely finish and then you need to ramp up again. Take a look at my pinned post on non-fiction launch blueprint. I talk a lot about how you are always launching and not to treat it like a marathon. If you have any specific questions about the book launch process just let me know. And of course, TELL US ALL ABOUT THE BOOK. What is about? Who is for?

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Oh thank you, I will definitely check that out! ALL IN HER HEAD is a feminist call to action to reframe and reclaim women's mental health. It's a blended memoir that weaves together my own story, science and the stories of women from around the world :)

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So many idea . For a start have your thought about gifting advanced copies to feminist writers / platforms?

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Apparently my publicist is doing that, although it's always hard to know how much I'm supposed to be doing on my end. But I just went and followed a bunch of accounts with the #feministbooks hashtag, so I'll start engaging with their content! Thanks so much - you have a ton of great content and I'm going to do a paid subscription!

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I world maybe ask them for that list and then follow them and engage with them to improve the chances?

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What a fascinating read Lucy! So glad to be connected. I found you through Annie and have been waiting for a quiet moment to check out your stuff. Happy New Year to you and yours - enjoy that view! ✨📖🙌🏻

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Hello Claire! Thank you for coming over it’s lovely to see you over in these parts and find out how you found me. Hope it’s all helpful for you!

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Thank you for writing such a helpful and detailed piece. As someone who had lofty goals of writing and publishing a book this year, the breakdown of how to build an audience on social media first is super helpful 🙏🏻

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More than welcome Liz! Glad it is helpful 😍😘

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