Press releases can be extremely effective marketing tools, and should be part of every Internet marketers toolchest. But press release distribution can be costly; the top distribution level for PRWeb runs $360+. PRNewswire is even pricier.
The good news is there are some very effective FREE press release services. Most of these offer paid services as well, but their free distribution can be very effective. Some of these sites even offer tips and templates for writing effective releases.
Here is a list of nearly 20 free press release distribution services, taken from our newly-released “Ultimate IM Toolchest” (the first part of our upcoming ”Internet Marketing Almanac“):