The Author Wheel Podcast

Overcoming Self-Doubt and Mastering Book Marketing with Mark Leslie Lefebvre


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Imposter syndrome. It's the elephant in the room that almost every author faces at some point in their career.

In today's episode, Mark Leslie Lefebvre's shares his wisdom on dealing with this behemoth. With over 30 years experience in the writing, publishing, and bookselling industry, Mark understands the heartbeat of writing and publishing. .

Mark Leslie Lefebvre first became a bookseller in 1992, the same year his first short story appeared in print. He has since worked in numerous roles across the book industry, and published more than two dozen books. Writing, storytelling, and helping other authors are among his greatest passions.

Embracing the conviction that your story matters can be your breakthrough. Mark takes us through the kaleidoscope of book marketing, emphasizing the human touch in an algorithm-driven world. From the tactile connections at in-person events to the pioneering platforms like Draft2Digital, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how personalized efforts can lead to lasting success in the literary world.

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