Sometimes a Shift (Pivot) is Needed
A little Q & A Style post:
What do I mean by a shift? Well, a shift could be anything from a life change to a minor alteration to what you’re currently doing. For me, it means that I am starting some new things and changing some old.
What am I starting that’s new? I’m super excited to let you all know that I have started Ream and Patreon subscriptions. With either of these you can opt in to a monthly subscription and depending on the level you’re subscribed to, you’ll receive exclusive access to things from me, whether that means early access to works in progress or signed paperbacks and more. I decided to do this because I want to establish a closer connection with my readers. (psst… this is going to be a theme in this post as to why I’ve made the decisions I have!)
What am I changing? Going forward, any new books that I publish will be available everywhere, meaning that I will not be exclusively publishing to Amazon. I feel like changing this one aspect will allow me a broader reach and will be helpful in facilitating a deeper connection with my readers. I’ve also been making some changes to my website to hopefully make the connection between us easier here!
I am also going to be making direct sales a higher priority in the coming new year. That means TikTok Shop, my own website, and Facebook.
Does this change anything for you? What changes for you is entirely up to you. I will still be posting and sending updates when I feel there is exciting news! You can choose to support me on Ream or Patreon, I did both knowing that some readers are more comfortable with one over the other and I wanted to be as accommodating as possible. Plus, now you’ll be able to find my books more places, which I hope will make things easier for you!
(When I created the graphic above I kept hearing Ross’s voice echoing “Pivot!” through my head! HAHAHA!)
What spurred this change? I have been feeling a strong need to be able to connect with you guys in a better way. I want you to have more access to me, and for me to have more access to you (Only if you also want that of course!) I know I keep using the word connection, but it really is the best word to describe what I’m wanting to facilitate. (Maybe “Connection” should have been the graphic LOL!)
At times in this career it feels as though I am here **Waving as I sit behind my laptop, comfy on my couch, wrapped in a blanket, in front of a blazing fake fireplace** and you’re on the other side of the wall that’s standing between you and I. You can read my books and leave reviews, you can comment on posts that I make, but ultimately it feels as if that isn’t enough. I hope most of you are as happy about these changes as I am!
There will be additional news to come! I’m so excited to share with you everything I’ve had going on behind the scenes!!
If you haven’t signed up for my newsletter yet, make sure you do! I’m giving you the Second Chance Series prequel eBook, “The Wrong Chance”, as a thank you! Plus, you’ll officially be considered a Virtual Vacation Lover! All I’ve ever wanted to do was help you get lost in the pages of a book, to give you an escape – a virtual vacation!
Much Love,
J.S. Wik
P.S. Don’t forget to check out my Ream and/or Patreon pages!!
