Email List Building Giveaways
Why YOU should start building your list today:
- The top authors leverage their email lists to reach #1 bestseller
- You have a direct line of communication to your readers
- Higher engagement, conversions, and book sales
Want to see the past results?
Check out these top 3 giveaways!
NEW READERS
1068
Apr 2023
Western Fiction Giveaway May 2023
NEW READERS
807
Feb 2023
Action & Adventure List Building Giveaway April 2023
NEW READERS
670
May 2022
June 2022 - Romance Group Giveaway #2
What's in it for YOU?
Here's what you get...
How it works...
Step 1:
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Step 3:
- Enter the giveaway specific to your genre.
- Once the giveaway is complete, the new reader emails will be added to your CraveBooks author Dashboard as a csv file.
- Download the csv file and upload the new readers/subscribers into your newsletter program (Mailerlite, MailChimp...).
- Send newsletters on a consistent schedule (weekly, bi-weeking, monthly...) to start building relationships with your subscribers.
Is it really that easy...
Find your genre here, to see past results.
| Giveaway | Readers |
|---|---|
| November Follower Frenzy | 336 |
| Mystery List Building Giveaway | 292 |
| Fantasy List Building Giveaway | 242 |
| Romance List Building Giveaway (all subgenres) | 274 |
| Thriller & Suspense List Building Giveaway | 536 |
| Horror List Building Giveaway | 341 |
| Action & Adventure List Building Giveaway | 207 |
| LGBTQ+ Fiction List Building Giveaway | 251 |
| Romantic Comedy List Building Giveaway | 306 |
| Mega Fantasy List Building Giveaway | 558 |
| Young Adult List Building Giveaway | 236 |
| Christian & Inspirational List Building Giveaway | 307 |
| Humorous Fiction List Building Giveaway | 273 |
| Mystery & Thriller Women Sleuths List Building Giveaway | 349 |
| First in Series (multi-genre) List Building Giveaway | 425 |
| Nonfiction List Building Giveaway | 267 |
| Thriller & Suspense List Building Giveaway | 616 |
| Science Fiction List Building Giveaway | 225 |
| Sweet Romance List Building Giveaway | 202 |
| Mega Mystery List Building Giveaway | 644 |
| Horror List Building Giveaway July 2023 | 633 |
| Romance List Building Giveaway July 2023 | 208 |
| Fantasy List Building Giveaway June 2023 | 237 |
| Beach Reads List Building Giveaway June 2023 | 282 |
| Thriller & Suspense List Building Giveaway June 2023 | 331 |
| Box Sets Giveaway June 2023 | 214 |
| Mega Romance List Building Giveaway | 595 |
| Cozy Mystery Giveaway May 2023 | 290 |
| Western Fiction Giveaway May 2023 | 1068 |
| First in Series (multi-genre) Giveaway May 2023 | 248 |
| Science Fiction & Fantasy List Building Giveaway May 2023 | 243 |
| Historical Fiction Giveaway April 2023 | 328 |
| Christian and Inspirational List Building Giveaway April 2023 | 295 |
| Action & Adventure List Building Giveaway April 2023 | 807 |
| Biography & Memoir List Building Giveaway March 2023 | 229 |
| Billionaire Romance List Building Giveaway April 2023 | 217 |
| Mystery List Building Giveaway March 2023 | 567 |
| Children's & Middle Grade List Building Giveaway March 2023 | 248 |
| Women's Fiction & Literary List Building Giveaway March 2023 | 367 |
| Fantasy List Building Giveaway Feb. 2023 | 313 |
| Steamy Romance List Building Giveaway Feb. 2023 | 218 |
| Thriller & Suspense List Building Giveaway Feb. 2023 | 360 |
| Self-Help & How To List Building Giveaway Feb. 2023 | 236 |
| Young Adult List Building Giveaway January 2023 | 275 |
| Romance List Building Giveaway January 2023 | 340 |
| Science Fiction List Building Giveaway January 2023 | 328 |
| December 2022 Box Sets List Building Giveaway | 592 |
| December 2022 Holiday Romance List Building Giveaway | 514 |
| November 2022 Sci-Fi & Fantasy List building Giveaway | 362 |
| November 2022 Cozy Mystery List building Giveaway | 441 |
| November 2022 Action Adventure List building Giveaway | 292 |
| October 2022 Horror List building Giveaway | 335 |
| October 2022 Paranormal Romance List Building Giveaway | 327 |
| October 2022 Fantasy List Building Giveaway | 406 |
| September 2022 Science Fiction Giveaway | 369 |
| September 2022 Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Giveaway | 548 |
| September 2022 Romance Giveaway | 377 |
| July 2022 SCIENCE FICTION Group Giveaway | 241 |
| June 2022 - Romance Group Giveaway #2 | 670 |
| April 2022 - Mystery Group Giveaway | 262 |
| April 2022 - Romance Group Giveaway | 348 |
List Buliding Giveaway Testimonials
I've joined list-building opportunities with other companies with some success. It's always nice to grow that list!!! But I'm far more concerned with quality than quantity. I recently participated in my first list-builder with CraveBooks--but it will not be my last. I just uploaded that list less than a day ago and already my new subscribers are more engaged than many from other list-building opportunities with other companies. I can't tell you how much that means to me! And that's why I'll be joining more of these list-building giveaways. Thank you, CraveBooks!
Jade C Jamison Giveaway: Romance List Building Giveaway (all subgenres)Readers: 274
253 subscribers?! Best $53 I've spent on a promo.
Kell Inkston Giveaway: Fantasy List Building GiveawayReaders: 242
This giveaway worked very well for my book. I picked up close to 300 new subscribers. Only 6 were already on my existing list. Great results.
Rachel K. Stone Giveaway: Romance List Building Giveaway (all subgenres)Readers: 274
Thank you again, CraveBooks! I'm so happy with the results. I've received 292 new readers in my genre. Great job! Thanks again!!
Jeanie Wolfe Giveaway: Mystery List Building GiveawayReaders: 292
I loved this, and I'm so excited to build my list. Thanks for the help. Take care.
Julie Bergman Giveaway: Thriller & Suspense List Building GiveawayReaders: 536
This Fantasy List should be called Epic Fantasy List because that's what it did to my email list! I increased my subscribers from 340 to 888 in a single click! I couldn't be happier with this Giveaway! The price was definitely worth it!
Sofia Simpson Giveaway: Mega Fantasy List Building GiveawayReaders: 558
This giveaway was a perfect way to jumpstart my email list. I immediately had 300 addresses, and I was thrilled! Definitely worth it!
Denise Bruneau Giveaway: Christian & Inspirational List Building GiveawayReaders: 307
THANK YOU, CRAVEBOOKS! This was an amazing help to me. The cost was reasonable and I've gained 425 subscribers. I'm grateful and highly recommend this group giveaway! Thanks again very much!
Jeanie Wolfe Giveaway: First in Series (multi-genre) List Building GiveawayReaders: 425
Awesome giveaway promotion.
Lavender Skye Giveaway: Romance List Building Giveaway July 2023Readers: 208
Although there aren't many books here, I think this is a great selection and the results weren't too bad considering the number of books on the giveaway.
Monica Red Giveaway: Action & Adventure List Building Giveaway July 2023Readers: 147
Another great outcome from this list building giveaway! I'm amazed at all the new readers that signed up for my newsletter. Great job CraveBooks! Thank you. Tory
Tory Richards Giveaway: Thriller & Suspense List Building Giveaway June 2023Readers: 331
Big thanks to CraveBooks, a site with just the right name. Craving goes both ways, and that's what works best here. An extremely helpful and professional service.
Michael Pronko Giveaway: Thriller & Suspense List Building Giveaway June 2023Readers: 331
Wow! Wow! Wow! Crave Books is fast becoming my go to place for building my newsletter lists and promo needs. I garnered 595 new contacts from the mega romance building list that just ended. Their prices are reasonable, too, and they have so much to offer in one place. Tory Richards
Tory Richards Giveaway: Mega Romance List Building GiveawayReaders: 595
Great giveaway! I'd definitely join another giveaway in the future.
Lavender Skye Giveaway: Billionaire Romance List Building Giveaway April 2023Readers: 217
The second successful giveaway I've joined. I would definitely join another in the future.
Lavender Skye Giveaway: Mega Romance List Building GiveawayReaders: 595
This is the third time I've used the Giveaway promo via Cravebooks. It's easy, simple and effective. I will definitely do this again.
Cameron McVey Giveaway: First in Series (multi-genre) Giveaway May 2023Readers: 248
I was very surprised at how many readers' emails I've received. I'm very pleased with this promotion.
D. B. Watson Giveaway: First in Series (multi-genre) Giveaway May 2023Readers: 248
Thank you, Cravebooks. This Giveaway has been fantastic. Simple and effective. I will absolutely use this system again.
Cameron McVey Giveaway: Science Fiction & Fantasy List Building Giveaway May 2023Readers: 243
I love participating in the List Building Giveaways. The number of new readers I've been able to add to my list has been fantastic (200-400 each time). There is always a few dozen who unsubscribe initially, but the ones who stay have been solid subscribers.
C.G. Harris Giveaway: Fantasy List Building Giveaway Feb. 2023Readers: 313
I would be extremely interested in joining when available both the Fantasy and Thriller genres, as well. I am thrilled with the CTR on the emails sent to those readers.
David A Neuman Giveaway: September 2022 Mystery, Thriller & Suspense GiveawayReaders: 548
Follower Increase Giveaway Testimonials
The November Follower Frenzy was crazy good! I received 115 followers while only having a Silver (Free) account. I guess I'd better upgrade now so I can communicate with them ...
Stephen Robert Cass Giveaway: November Follower FrenzyReaders: 336
It's a win-win with Crave Books Follower Giveaway promotions. Readers not only get the chance to win prizes but also to discover brilliant new authors and read exciting new adventures. Authors can connect with their audience of engaged readers and find new fans with whom they can share their creative visions. As an author trying to navigate the often confusing sea of independent publishing, I have found the folks at Crave Books to be professional, motivated, and easy to work with. I recommend them without hesitation.
Nate Littlefield Giveaway: August Follower GiveawayReaders: 189
I'm loving this. Please do more. Very simple. Very effective. I have definitely seen an uptick in sales since I've done these.
Cameron McVey Giveaway: September Follower GiveawayReaders: 127
Great giveaway promotion to be a part of if you're aiming to build your subscriber email list.
Lavender Skye Giveaway: August Follower GiveawayReaders: 189
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can growing my email list really boost my sales?
YES. Your email list is the biggest factor in your book sales and repeat customers/sales. For every book release, send the info to your email list as soon as it's out. Successful authors swear by their email list!
2. How can I trust the quality of the emails from the giveaways?
We use targeted Facebook ads to attract readers who enjoy the specific genres in each giveaway. Our goal is to provide you with a solid list of readers who are interested in your genre.
3. Will readers unsubscribe from list?
There are always some who unsubscribe, but we have found the majority of the readers stick around. And then it is up to you to provide an engaging newsletter that keeps them interested in you and your books.
4. How will readers get my book?
When you sign up for a giveaway, you include an epub file of your book. When the giveaway is over, we take care of the book transfer to the three winners. The book is added to their CraveBooks reader dashboard and not through an email. This keeps your file secure.
5. How soon will I receive my new reader emails?
Authors are given two weeks to sign up for a giveaway. Then we reach out to readers for 2 weeks (3 weeks for our Mega giveaways). Once those two weeks are over, the reader emails are added to your author dashboard. The longest you'll have to wait if you sign up on the first day is 4 weeks.
6. Who can participate in the giveaways?
Any author with a full length novel in the genre being featured. Each giveaway is for a specific genre or theme. If your book isn't in the genre listed above please check back. We add new giveaways each week.
