If you're serious about your writing career, you must have an author platform. Basically, it is a website where readers can find out different information about you, buy your books and stay in touch with you.

Do authors need a platform?

If you have been to a writing conference lately, I'm sure that you have heard the word “platform.” All writers need to have their own platform eventually, although joining up with an established author, publisher, or other credible media organization is a savvy way to heighten your visibility more quickly.

Do you need a platform to publish a book?

If you write a really good book, you'll likely find a publisher that is willing to publish it. The three things publishers look for are influential platform, great concept, and amazing writing. Without a platform, you're relying solely on concept and writing.