You Can Still Create a Great Author Bio, Even Without Credentials

Recently, reader Brian Tubbs left a comment asking how to create a captivating author bio with limited credentials. This is a common problem for many new authors. The answer is to get personal. That doesn’t mean that I recommend providing too much personal detail in your bio. Rather, you need to personalize it to connect with your audience. Tell them a story, intrigue them, or make them feel like a kindred spirit. By doing so, potential readers feel like they know you and are more likely to be interested in your book. Your bio can be one of your best sales tools, even if you’re a first-time author.

Author Glenda Watson Hyatt also left a comment about the challenges of creating a bio. Another tip is to get feedback from others on your bio. As authors, we all most likely feel we have a way with words. But writing about yourself can be daunting for many. Get feedback from both fellow authors and non-authors on your bio. Are you being too modest? Does your bio tell a captivating story? Does it present you as an expert? And most importantly — does it match the tone of your book and truly connect with your target audience? Sometimes an outsider can see you things you can’t when you’re writing about yourself.

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  1. Glenda Watson Hyatt

    Patricia,

    I welcome yours and fellow readers’ feedback on my narrative bio at http://www.doitmyselfblog.com/about/. Admittedly, it isn’t perfect, but I thought a start was better than nothing. Constructive criticism is most welcomed. Thanks kindly.

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