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Purpose
Presents an overview of the marketing tools used to create an international best‐seller.
Design/methodology/approach
The author discusses Dan Brown's background and previous failed career paths. He discusses the resolve and determination shown by Brown to become a best‐selling author and the unconventional and controversial tactics employed by Brown in his success.
Findings
Conventional approaches are inappropriate in today's modern environment, and by breaking the boundaries, Brown achieved international success.
Originality/value
Captures the spirit of Brown's writing and the marketing approaches, tactics and techniques he used.
© Emerald Group Publishing Limited
2006
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