I hate social media. I just do.

Being a self-published author seems to mean that one has to self-promote — a lot. Obviously, I knew this was a reality I would have to face, but I simply do not enjoy posting and sharing regularly. 

I like to write. 

I love to write.

That's why I write...

Not to spend time thinking about what to post. Which images? Which quotes? Story or post? Facebook or Instagram? And don't even mention TikTok. I don't even have a TikTok account.

I met a local author at a book signing nearby last week. He had tons of great advice, but it always boils down to marketing yourself.

I'm a relatively humble person. I know most people who say they're humble aren't, but I don't like marketing myself. I don't like drawing extra attention to myself.

I wrote a book. I think it's good. I've been told it's good by others. I'm writing a second book. I'm enjoying it. I want people to read it, but I really really hate marketing.

Alas, I shall overcome. 

Anyone have any advice on how to do that?