The Publishing Performance Show Mark Leslie Lefebvre - Unlocking the Secrets of Kobo and Wide Publishing
Oct 10, 2024
49:23
Mark Leslie Lefebvre is a prolific author, book industry expert, and self-publishing innovator. He has published over twenty-five books across various genres, including thrillers, horror, paranormal non-fiction, and guides for authors. His industry experience includes leadership roles at Kobo, Draft2Digital, and several major book industry organizations.
In this episode:
- Mark's journey as a writer, from early rejections to published author
- The inspiration behind his horror and urban fantasy writing
- Mark's writing process and collaboration with editors
- The development and features of Kobo Writing Life
- Comparison of Kobo to other platforms like Amazon KDP
- Effective marketing tactics for authors, including price promotions
- The importance of focusing on your niche audience
- Mark's consulting work and advice for authors
Resources mentioned:
Book recommendation:
- "The Business of Being a Writer" by Jane Friedman
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