Updated Feb. 6, 2025.
If you're an author trying to grow your audience and sell more books using social media, you might have heard of Connie Brentford’s Twitter for Authors course.
This course claims to help authors master Twitter (now called X) and use it to market their books. But is it still useful today?
What Is the Twitter for Authors Course?
Connie Brentford’s Twitter for Authors is an online course that teaches authors how to use X (formerly Twitter) to connect with readers, build a following, and promote their books.
The course covers things like:
- Setting up your X profile to attract readers
- Getting more followers who like your genre
- Using scheduling tools to stay active without being online all day
- Interacting with readers and other authors
- Promoting your books without spamming people
It's still available on Udemy, but keep in mind—it hasn’t been updated since 2013. That means some of the strategies might not work as well anymore.
Is X (Formerly Twitter) Still Good for Authors?
Ever since Twitter was rebranded as X, the platform has changed a lot.
Some authors say they don’t get as much engagement as before, but then others still find success by thanks to the new features.
Some of the new tools, like longer posts, better analytics, and subscription options, could actually help authors promote their books more effectively.
The strategies in Connie’s course about engagement, branding, and networking are still useful, but you’ll need to tweak them to fit how X works now.
What’s Changed on X That Authors Should Know?
If you're thinking about taking this course in 2025, here are some things to consider:
- Scheduling Tools: X now has built-in options for scheduling posts, making it easier to stay active. This wasn't available before.
- Monetization: You can now make money on X through subscriber-based content. This is something your dedicated readers might be willing to invest in.
- Verification & Visibility: X favors verified accounts, so if you want more reach, paying for verification might be something to think about doing.
Again, Connie’s course doesn’t cover these updates, but the basics of engaging with readers and growing your audience are still solid.
I can confirm that when I took the course (I was given free access prior to writing the review), it did help me with my engagement and growing my following on Twitter after I put what I learned to work.
Should You Take the Course?
If you're new to X or social media in general, or struggling with engagement on X, this course could still be helpful. But since it hasn’t been updated since 2013, some of the advice might be outdated.
If you decide to take it, be sure to look up newer resources on how X works today.
If you’re already comfortable using X and are up to date on their latest changes, you might find this course too outdated to be worth your time.
I hope it helps you if you decide to try it! Good luck!
Anna Thurman is a work at home blogger and mom of two. She has been researching and reviewing remote jobs for over 14 years. Her findings are published weekly here at Real Ways to Earn.