As an author, you are going to have to show your face sooner or later. You might as well invest in that one recognisable headshot now. Putting a face to your name makes you seem more trustworthy and a single image that you use everywhere gives you an easy to recognise brand.

Also, a professional image of you can be used for social media profiles as well as your about page.

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