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HUB 439: EXPERT INTERVIEW - Kathy Sparrow
Today’s guest is a seasoned book coach, ghostwriter, and publishing consultant with over 30 years of experience guiding aspiring authors from concept to completion. Known as the Literary Midwife, she has supported countless writers, nonfiction, fiction, and poetry alike, in finding their voice, clarifying their message, and sharing their stories with the world.
Named one of LA Weekly’s “Top 15 Book Coaches to Watch in 2023,” she brings a powerful mix of industry knowledge, creative intuition, and deep empathy to her work. Whether it’s navigating the publishing process, developing a marketing strategy, or helping clients overcome the fear of being seen and heard, she shows up as a trusted partner every step of the way.
With a background in traditional publishing and university-level instruction, she specializes in the genres of personal growth, leadership, well-being, and memoir. But beyond her credentials, what sets her apart is her belief that our ideas choose us—and that it’s our responsibility to bring those messages to life.
Please join me in welcoming Kathy Sparrow.
In this episode, we discuss the following:
→ Writing Is a Journey: From childhood dreams to career pivots, Kathy’s origin story will show you how empathy and resilience are key ingredients for author success.
→ More Than Just Writing—Marketing Matters: It’s not enough to finish a book; Kathy shares how a well-crafted author platform and long-term marketing strategy are crucial for getting your business book into the right hands.
→ Strategic Fit & Clarity: Learn how Kathy helps authors clarify their message, find their unique audience, and ensure every book serves a real business or personal growth purpose.
→ Building a Trusted Team: Discover why the right expert support—editors, coaches, marketers—can turn your book from an overwhelming solo project into a strategic business asset.
Links
www.awritablelife.com and www.kathysparrow.com
Books mentioned in this episode:
“Being Brave: #Celebrating1mWomen and Their Courage” by Kathy Sparrow, and others
“Ignite Your Leadership: Proven Tools to Energize Teams, Fuel Momentum, and Accelerate Results” by Kathy Sparrow
“The Green Velvet Chair: Sometimes Inspiration Comes from the Most Unlikely Places” by Laura Ballerini
“The Precipice of Life: Leadership and Personal Growth Insights from a Mountaineer's Edge” by Kathy Sparrow, Bo Parfet, and Greg Voisen
“The Passionate Life: Creating Vitality and Joy at Any Age” by Dr. Mara Carpel
Other Resources
Robbie’s Resources
- Schedule a complimentary book launch brainstorming session: www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com.
- Find all the archived podcast episodes, plus an invitation to free virtual networking events for writers and authors, AND Hub Partners ready to help entrepreneurs become successful authors: www.BizBookPubHub.com
- Join the waitlist for the next Kindle Cross-Promotion Campaign for business authors: www.BizKindlePromo.com
Subscribing (or following) and leaving a rating and review wherever you are listening helps this podcast be discovered.
Biz Book Pub Hub features interviews with experts who help entrepreneurs become successful authors and author panels discussing the ROI of publishing a business book.
Tune in for frank conversations about the ups and downs of the author journey. Find out what common mistakes you can avoid and what resources you can use to ensure your effort leads to business growth.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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By Robbie Samuels - business growth strategy coach and book launch strategist
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Today’s guest is a seasoned book coach, ghostwriter, and publishing consultant with over 30 years of experience guiding aspiring authors from concept to completion. Known as the Literary Midwife, she has supported countless writers, nonfiction, fiction, and poetry alike, in finding their voice, clarifying their message, and sharing their stories with the world.
Named one of LA Weekly’s “Top 15 Book Coaches to Watch in 2023,” she brings a powerful mix of industry knowledge, creative intuition, and deep empathy to her work. Whether it’s navigating the publishing process, developing a marketing strategy, or helping clients overcome the fear of being seen and heard, she shows up as a trusted partner every step of the way.
With a background in traditional publishing and university-level instruction, she specializes in the genres of personal growth, leadership, well-being, and memoir. But beyond her credentials, what sets her apart is her belief that our ideas choose us—and that it’s our responsibility to bring those messages to life.
Please join me in welcoming Kathy Sparrow.
In this episode, we discuss the following:
→ Writing Is a Journey: From childhood dreams to career pivots, Kathy’s origin story will show you how empathy and resilience are key ingredients for author success.
→ More Than Just Writing—Marketing Matters: It’s not enough to finish a book; Kathy shares how a well-crafted author platform and long-term marketing strategy are crucial for getting your business book into the right hands.
→ Strategic Fit & Clarity: Learn how Kathy helps authors clarify their message, find their unique audience, and ensure every book serves a real business or personal growth purpose.
→ Building a Trusted Team: Discover why the right expert support—editors, coaches, marketers—can turn your book from an overwhelming solo project into a strategic business asset.
Links
www.awritablelife.com and www.kathysparrow.com
Books mentioned in this episode:
“Being Brave: #Celebrating1mWomen and Their Courage” by Kathy Sparrow, and others
“Ignite Your Leadership: Proven Tools to Energize Teams, Fuel Momentum, and Accelerate Results” by Kathy Sparrow
“The Green Velvet Chair: Sometimes Inspiration Comes from the Most Unlikely Places” by Laura Ballerini
“The Precipice of Life: Leadership and Personal Growth Insights from a Mountaineer's Edge” by Kathy Sparrow, Bo Parfet, and Greg Voisen
“The Passionate Life: Creating Vitality and Joy at Any Age” by Dr. Mara Carpel
Other Resources
Robbie’s Resources
- Schedule a complimentary book launch brainstorming session: www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com.
- Find all the archived podcast episodes, plus an invitation to free virtual networking events for writers and authors, AND Hub Partners ready to help entrepreneurs become successful authors: www.BizBookPubHub.com
- Join the waitlist for the next Kindle Cross-Promotion Campaign for business authors: www.BizKindlePromo.com
Subscribing (or following) and leaving a rating and review wherever you are listening helps this podcast be discovered.
Biz Book Pub Hub features interviews with experts who help entrepreneurs become successful authors and author panels discussing the ROI of publishing a business book.
Tune in for frank conversations about the ups and downs of the author journey. Find out what common mistakes you can avoid and what resources you can use to ensure your effort leads to business growth.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices