Nicholas has shared the results of Written Word Media’s survey on what readers want – with some unexpected results regarding series. Take a look – it’s so important to learn more about our audiences.
A few days ago, Written World Media (WWM) published the results of a survey on what readers really want. The company has five reader-facing brands such as Freebooksy, Bargain Booksy, and Red Feather Romance, that allow authors and publishers to reach the right readers, with each of these brands catering to a different reader profile and demographic.
With over 20,000 authors, most self-published, and over one million readers, WWM’s survey offers great insight into what kinds of books readers prefer. Do they like series or standalone? Why do readers stop reading a book mid-way? Are reviews really that important?
Here are some key takeaways.
Do Readers Prefer Books in a Series or Standalone Books?
Authors like writing in series. Marketers like marketing series. But how do readers feel?
The overwhelming majority of readers are indifferent with 60% of respondents saying that they have no preference between…
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deborahjay 
Thank you so much for sharing, Deborah 🙂
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My pleasure, thanks for showcasing the survey, it makes for really interesting reading, particularly about series, when series are generally so much easier to market.
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This should be interesting.
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It is – enjoy!
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This is great information, and thanks for sharing!
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My pleasure – and that’s why I shared it!
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