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How to Plan a Book Tour of Independent Bookstores, State by State

Find independent bookstores that host author events and how to reach them with Featured's Find Bookstores. Events are still the most direct way to meet readers.

How to Find a Local TV Station's Assignment Desk Email: A Step-by-Step Guide to Pitching Local TV News

Local TV news is still one of the most trusted local media outlets. Here's how you can use Featured to land a TV placement.

How to Search for Substacks on Featured.com: A Step-by-Step Guide to Find Substacks to Collab With

What Is a GEO Audit? How to Measure and Improve AI Search Visibility With Featured

A GEO audit measures how AI search engines describe, recommend, and cite your brand. It shows where your brand appears in AI-generated answers, where it is missing, which competitors appear instead, and which sources influence those answers. GEO stands for Generative Engine Optimization, the practice of improving how AI assistants describe, recommend, and cite a…

How to Find Instagram Influencers

Instagram is full of potential creators, but finding someone worth partnering with takes more than typing your industry into the search bar. The interesting part of Instagram influencer discovery is that influence can show up in several different places. It might be a creator whose Reels regularly reach hundreds of thousands of people, a niche…

Why Your AI-Written HARO Pitch Might Never Reach a Journalist

About 21% of pitches submitted through HARO are flagged as fully AI-generated, and roughly 35% of journalists have chosen not to receive them. Here’s what that means if you’re using HARO to get media coverage. If you’re a founder, marketer, or PR professional trying to get your company featured in the media, writing a strong…

HARO vs. Connectively: What’s the Difference—and Why You Might Want to Use Both

If you’re looking to build credibility, land media coverage, or grow your personal brand, you’ve likely come across HARO (Help a Reporter Out) and Connectively. Both platforms are designed to connect expert sources with journalists, but they work a bit differently and offer unique strengths. Here’s a breakdown to help you understand the differences, the…

Common Submission Issues on Featured: 10 Best Practices for Success

Submitting quotes to publishers on Featured is a great way to further your thought leadership and get featured in publications. However, ensuring your responses meet our submission guidelines is crucial to maximizing your chances of being published. Here are 10 of the most common submission issues we see and the best practices to help you…

How to Evaluate Sources and Opportunities on Featured: A Beginner’s Guide

When using a platform like Featured, you may notice a wide variety of sources and publications sharing quote requests and article opportunities. These range from well-known names with massive audiences to niche publications with highly engaged communities. Deciding which opportunities to prioritize can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re new to SEO or unsure about the…