Having a dedicated space for readers is a great way to stay connected with your audience, promote your work, and get inspiration. Some authors may choose to have groups based on a specific series, but that is up to you.
Many authors will use Facebook to house these communities. Unlike a Facebook Page, group updates will appear on the members’ new feed. They will also get notifications of new updates to the group, unless they opt out of notifications
Once you create your Facebook group don’t forget to promote it on your other socials so your readers know it’s there! After all it is for them!
- Post on it frequently. When it’s small, welcome each new member, get them excited! Plan your posts in advance so you won’t have to worry about it for the week.
- Don’t forget to engage! Answer all the questions you can and comment on posts that your readers make.
- Host events. Set up a group meeting, post a video and answer questions about yourself, have a giveaway of your upcoming release! The possibilities are endless!
Have fun with your reader group! Once you get the hang of posting on one group, maybe you can start another!