Praise for the People Behind Pages & Platforms

SUE CAMPBELL

book marketing

 “Sue is a creative force, and she brings with her a wealth of knowledge along with ideas that are tailored just for your specific book and launch, and she’s quick to take an author's glimmer of an idea and run with it. She's also reassuring, responsive and just plain fun to work with. Recommend!”

—KJ Dell’Antonia, author of How to Be a Happier Parent

“Sue Campbell helped me set up my email list and content plan so I can start truly connecting with fans. Always professional, she made the process simple--and painless! Thanks to Sue, I now have a way to reach people who want to read my backlist and will be eager to buy my next book.”

—Kevin Sands, author of the Blackthorn Key series

“I ended up signing up for some private coaching with Sue and it has been so brilliant. The problem with a lot of marketing advice I have found is actually implementing it and Sue has literally had my passwords, got into the guts of my website and set up email sign up forms/ reader magnets etc. for me as well as giving really great practical advice on how to grow my email list, do outreach and prioritize what is important when it comes to marketing. I highly highly recommend her. You won't regret it.”

—Ruth Whippman, author of the America the Anxious

“Sue Campbell walked into my life and helped me to tidy up the graveyard of mailing lists, blogs, and defunct newsletters littering my marketing plan. I knew I was supposed to do all of that stuff, but how was I supposed to do it and still have time to write? The answer is: I hired Sue. She tells me where to focus and how to focus. I listen. And I’m actually getting things done! She’ll stop you from making mistakes you didn’t even know you were making, and your to-do list will be short, sweet, and best of all, doable!”

—Maya Rushing Walker, author of the The Portrait

Sue Campbell has the ability to get to the meat of marketing fundamentals in a concise, helpful manner. She listens to what you're looking for and responds with excellent suggestions. Not only does she give you tons of ideas for building your writing business, but she emphasizes the principles behind these ideas so that you can be sure you are making the best use of your time and energy. After working with Sue I feel much more capable and even excited to get started on this book marketing journey!

—Xina Marie Uhl, author of the The King’s Champion and other books

“Sue Campbell’s seven-week book marketing course provided me with a steady, guiding light through the surprising complicated process of launching a book. The weekly coaching calls, Sue’s encouraging attitude and her fast response whenever a question came up during the week, all contributed to an extremely valuable experience. I highly recommend this course to anyone who seriously wants to get their book or upcoming book into the world.”

—Gyata Stormon, author of On the Ball: Doubles Tennis Tactics for Recreational Players

“Sue’s group coaching was exactly what I needed. Each session covered enough information to get me excited about the process but not so much that I felt overwhelmed. The weekly homework assignments helped me identify my ideal reader and discover where to look for them.

Sue was always available to answer questions and provide feedback on the homework. Getting feedback on my marketing copy helped me feel more confident about putting it out in the world.

I recommend Sue and her coaching method to anyone wanting a practical plan to reach readers and market a book.”

—Kristin Glasbergen, author of Dragon Canyon

“If you are releasing a book, Sue Campbell is your person. Focused and knowledgeable, Sue worked with me, the publisher, and my assistant to find the “just right” audience, podcasts, and interviews for my book, and I even enjoyed the process!

To top off all of this expertise and organization, Sue is kind, funny, and so easy to work with; I am so glad I had her by my side for my first book.”

—Meghan Leahy, author of Parenting Outside the Lines

“Sue Campbell is wonderful! She provides fabulous, relevant, and timely content as well as strategic guidance and support. Marketing books is HARD (and not always fun). Sue understands authors including our common struggles and hang-ups. She can help you “get your mind right,” as well provide concrete, actionable suggestions to help launch your writing into the world and reach your ideal readers.”

—Kate H. Rademacher, author of Reclaiming Rest, Their Faces Shone, and Following the Red Bird.

“Absolutely professional. Approachable, authentic, and fun. Making the world a better place.

Wait, what? How can book marketing make the world a better place? Sue believes it can and now I understand why. As authors, we often doubt ourselves, but Sue challenges us to believe the world needs our books. That’s why we write them: because we have stories to tell that can provoke, entertain, instruct, heal . . . But they can’t do anything at all if we don’t get them out there!

This is the starting point for a human-centred marketing approach. Sue even believes that marketing can make us better people—as we learn new skills, learn about ourselves, about human nature, and about how to be of service and of value to others. All this is something I can wholeheartedly embrace.

Your Next 9,000 Copies Club is a unique blend of tools, craft, mindset, community, and coaching that elevates marketing to a valuable life skill.

I’m still at the beginning of this adventure, but thanks to Sue and the Club, am learning so much every day, and grateful to be on the journey!”

—L. L. Rose (www.rose-prose.com)

“Sue Campbell is brilliant, knowledgeable, innovative and deeply encouraging. She makes the fraught business of marketing books fun and fascinating, and breaks down the endless tasks involved in introducing your book to the world into bite-sized, manageable steps.

Sue coaches each writer individually, always coming up with unique, creative solutions that fit the book, the intended audience, and the author. I especially love that Sue always gives attention to mindset, organization and the internal obstacles that get in our way. Every time I consult with Sue, I walk away with the confidence that I’m taking the next right step.

And her weekly club always provides a valuable community of peers and a grounding touchstone, whatever that week’s topic might be.

Sue is a cheerleader in the best sense of the word, and she always stays current with the newest twists and turns in the world of guerrilla marketing.

When facing something as intimidating as selling your book in an infinitely crowded marketplace, there’s no one better to have on your team than Sue Campbell. I recommend her highly.”

—Laura Davis, author of The Courage to Heal and The Burning Light of Two Stars

“My time in the First 9000 Club has been completely transformational for me. Before joining, despite years working as a PR account manager and journalist, I had NO IDEA about book marketing in the modern world. I now have a website, a regular newsletter, a growing list of subscribers and an influencer hit list. I even have a number of reader personas, some of whom I count among my best friends.

But that's not all. It's been your (Sue’s) approach, energy and commitment that have really amazed me. This one-two-three combo of marketing, mindset and productivity is a tremendously potent mix. You're onto something here. “

—Japhy Ryder, author of Deal with the Devil

"I have been constantly inspired and challenged, and I must say, this is the best online course, bar none, that I’ve ever been part of (and, having spent most of my career in adult education, I have taken many, many online courses of all kinds, to keep abreast of changes in the field). You’ve hit the sweet spot with the balance of recordings, downloadable content, and live sessions. The content is top-notch. And during the Q&A sessions, I’ve always been aware of being in such safe hands, with you bringing not only depths of expertise, but also such a welcoming, positive attitude that takes all questions seriously and makes it okay to ask anything. I hope you’re immensely proud of what you’ve created!"

— Loretta Rose