Jensen Kristyne, Author
Genre: Romance
Latest Book: With You
Publishing Type:
Self-Published
Publisher: Messy Modern Press
I recently had the chance to interview Jensen Kristyne, a romance novelist. While I love her books, I wanted to know more about the Patreon platform that authors are using to connect with their readers.
On its website, Patreon describes itself , “On Patreon, you can let your fans become active participants in the work they love by offering them a monthly membership. You give them access to exclusive content, community, and insight into your creative process. In exchange, you get the freedom to do your best work, and the stability you need to build an independent creative career.”
I wanted to know how that works for authors and their communities. See the interview below to find out more.
Jennifer Franz Griffith: As an author, what benefits does Patreon provide?
Jensen: Patreon provides me the opportunity to focus on a select group of writers/authors looking for a coach to help them through their journey to becoming published.
JFG: What do you offer your patrons with their membership plans?
Jensen: I have two different tiers I offer to my Patrons.
Tier One:
Grants them access to my patron-only writing community. (A Discord Channel called the Writing Room) There they can connect with me and other members, find help, and share their own tips and tricks! They get exclusive sneak peeks at behind-the-scenes information, cover reveals, new merchandise, and more!! And all members get ARC copies of my books before they’re published.
Tier Two:
Grants them access to my patron-exclusive WRITING RESOURCE LIBRARY, where they’ll find helpful print-ready resources and videos that outline each step in your publishing journey—from writing your first words to the day your book launches and what comes next! :) They will gain early access to all my authortube videos before their published! Be able to join in on our monthly live streams where I teach tips and tricks I’ve learned along the way through my own journey in publishing With You! Gain elite access to a private Author Club channel in The Writing Room community, where you can connect with potential cp’s and beta-readers, learn from other talented members, find tips on growing your author platform, social media support, and SO much more! And, of course, they’ll have access to all the previous tier’s benefits.
JFG: In your experience, what is the best way to build an audience?
Jensen: In my experience, the best way to build an audience is by being sincere and finding your own niche that sets you apart. Being original and using your experiences are important. Your followers want to few as if they can trust you and what you say, otherwise, they’ll go elsewhere.
JFG: Do you like writing or teaching about writing better?
Jensen: I love coaching others and helping them succeed, but my passion for writing is where it all started. I love creating a story that makes the reader feel for my characters, and I love seeing my little ideas come to life. There’s no feeling like the first time you hold your own book in your hands.
JFG: What projects are you currently working on?
Jensen: Currently I am working on finishing up book two in The Taken Series, For You. It follows Detective Matthew Hart and Logan Evans as they find love during his investigation. (Each book in this series covers a different view over the takedown of The Russo Crime Family)
If anyone ever has any questions about becoming a member of my Patreon account, my inbox is always open. I love helping others!
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Website: www.JensenKristyne.com
Patreon: Go to www.patreon.com then use @authorjensenkristyne to find me!