What are the benefits for readers of joining an author’s street team?
As a reader, the biggest advantage of being on an author’s street team is that you get an advance copy of their book.
There are other advantages.
Most authors will set up a Facebook group exclusively for members of their street team. The author will share their book news and promotional material for group members to share.
They will also invite group members to share their reactions, reviews, and promotions.
Some may offer a prize to the person who shares the most, or to everyone who completes a defined list of simple tasks.
Authors may also share personal news (similar to what they do in their newsletter). The best try to cultivate a sense of community, where they invite prayer requests and answer reader questions.
Most will also offer their existing street team first option at joining their next street team.
The best street teams generate a feeling of excitement within the team as books are distributed, read, and reviewed.
