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A publicist helps you secure reviews, interviews, and features for your book from established, reputable media sources. While other forms of marketing can get you visibility, only book publicity lands the kind of media coverage that readers trust.
Our Reedsy publicists have led major campaigns for publishers like HarperCollins, Hachette, Simon & Schuster, and more. After decades in the industry, they’ve developed advanced PR strategies and invaluable connections — and they’re ready to put them to work on your book.
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In 2026, there are more publicity doors to open than ever. In addition to traditional newspapers, magazines, and radio or TV shows, your book publicist may reach out to bloggers or podcast hosts in your field.
These outlets are particularly powerful because, unlike ads, they’re organic — that is, you don’t pay to be featured in an article or on a podcast. Readers know this, and as a result, tend to trust these sources much more than ads.
For each campaign, your publicist will tailor their strategy based on your book’s genre, subject matter, and audience. They’ll figure out the right people to pitch and the best angle(s) to try. Sometimes the unique selling point is your personal narrative (e.g., “I wrote this book based on my wildest experiences as a waiter in LA”). Or it might be the cultural zeitgeist your book slots into (“the rise of ‘indie’ zombie fiction,” for example).
Whatever the angle, the goal is the same: to build real credibility and recognition for your book.
Join 500+ authors who’ve found publicists on Reedsy
Since 2016, our book publicists have created campaigns for over 500 Reedsy authors. They have the savvy and resources to tap into every possible opportunity — and if you’re not sure where to begin, they can help strategize.
Author Tim Darcy Ellis, for example, knew very little about PR when he hired a Reedsy publicist for his historical fiction debut. However, he was encouraged by his publicist’s experience and track record. “He had 20 years of experience and had gotten authors into The Guardian, The Mirror, and on the This Morning breakfast show,” Tim says.
They began with a detailed questionnaire for Tim, so his publicist could better understand the story and its key selling points. Following this, they solidified and sent out their pitches. Tim was impressed not only by his publicist’s pre-existing contacts, but also his meticulous approach:
“He had a spreadsheet with all the contacts he reached out to: newspaper journalists, book bloggers, and radio presenters among them. He’d also compensated for pitches falling through, and planned plenty in advance.”
Over the next three months, his publicist’s hard work led to Tim getting featured on BBC Radio, in the Daily Express, and in other traditional media outlets.
“My favorite opportunities were the BBC radio interviews Ben arranged,” Tim says. “I especially enjoyed talking to hosts who were personally interested in my angle on the Tudors and stories around Henry VIII.”
You can read more about Tim’s book publicity experience here.
How to find the perfect book publicist for you
When you hire a publicist on Reedsy, you can rest assured about quality. We vet all our professionals manually and only accept the top 3% of applicants.
Here’s how to find a book publicist for your project:
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Start looking as early as possible. The best time to hire a publicist is 6 months before your planned launch date. This gives them enough time to reach out to outlets and influencers and send ARCs. To that end, always double-check a publicist’s availability before sending a request.
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Look for publicists who specialize in your book’s category. Some publicists only work with nonfiction authors, while others also have experience promoting fiction books. On Reedsy, you can filter by subservice and genre, then browse their portfolios to see if they’ve worked on books similar to yours.
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Know what level of communication works for you. Each publicist works a little differently, and it’s important to find one who approaches communication in the same way you do. Some authors want constant updates; others prefer to give their publicists a little more free reign. Be clear in your early messages to find the best possible fit.
Need help? Get 24/7 support from our dedicated team
In the rare case that something goes wrong — or if you need help getting started — our customer support team is always on hand. With 12 years in the industry, 500+ successful publicity projects, and 4.7⭐ on TrustPilot, Reedsy is the go-to place for authors looking to hire a publicist for their book.
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