If the first American dream is home ownership, the second is getting a book published. When someone learns that I have published a book, they immediately begin to tell me about their book. Some are just ideas. Others are books actually in the works, or even finished. But for all, they ask me how to get a book published. Although I have published a few books,  I am no expert. Today I introduce you to Chad Allen, an expert, someone who has published hundreds of books and has 15 years of experience in the book publishing business.  Chad Allen of Book Proposal Academy[/featured-image]Click to Listen  "Join me in my Webinar How to Create Your First Information Product in 30 Days on July 16th!"]I Asked (and Chad answered) How To Get a Book Published What does a book publisher do? How do I find a book publisher for my book? How do I get a book publisher to take me seriously? How big does my Platform have to be to be taken seriously? What is a book proposal and why do I need one? "If the first American dream is home ownership, the second is getting a book published."]And other things we learn from Chad in this interview. How a publisher evaluates an author or book idea. What is required to get your book into a bookstore. How a book proposal is like your business plan. You need it before you start the book. "A book proposal is the business plan for your book. Develop it before you start writing."]What Chad Allen and Book Proposal Academy want to do for you Chad’s mission is to help you find your voice and do your art. You can see this spirit in his blog at Chad R. Allen. Check out the FREE videos where Chad teaches you about book proposals at Book Proposal Academy.Invest in YourselfIf you have ever considered writing a book, seriously check out the free videos at  Book Proposal Academy and consider taking part in the coaching. Do you want to keep telling others you are thinking about writing a book, or would you rather call yourself a published author? Make an investment in yourself and make it happen. Learn from an expert! "Learn how to write a book proposal from the person who has been reading them for 15 years."] "Book Proposal Academy http://www.BookProposalAcademy.com"] [reminder]What kind of book are you thinking about writing? [/reminder]Resources Webinar: How to Create Your First Information Product in 30 Days ChadRAllen.com BookProposalAcademy.com Writer’s MarketSubscription LinksIf you have enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe to it on iTunes. To subscribe, go to iTunes and hit subscribe! You may have to click the button that says, “OPEN IN ITUNES.” You can also find the Company of One on Stitcher.Your FeedbackIf you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see or a question about an upcoming episode, e-mail me.Also, if you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks.[reminder]What kind of book are you thinking about writing? [/reminder]