Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business

Join me and Tim Waggoner, a successful fiction author with 50+ books under his belt, in this episode as we discuss the secrets to writing a novel.

In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics, including:

• Tim's journey from writing his first book at 19 to publishing his first book at 36, and the lessons he learned along the way
• The importance of finding your writing process, whether you're a plotter or a pantser
• What media tie-in books are, and how to get involved in this type of writing
• Tips for new and experienced writers, and what commonalities Tim has found in his best-selling books
• The most critical aspect of marketing your fiction work

If you're an aspiring or experienced fiction writer, you won't want to miss this episode! Tune in now to learn from Tim's experience and expertise on how to write a novel that captivates readers.

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Join me for this episode with Grace Valentine, author of several books, including "Am I Enough", "Is It Just Me", and "To The Girl Looking For More", as we discuss how to write a christian book. Grace shares her journey of getting her first traditional book deal at only 20 years old and why she decided to write about her faith. She also offers insights on how to decide how much of your faith to include in your book, the importance of being clear on your target audience, and using mini-books. We also cover topics such as getting paid speaking gigs, hiring an agent, and writing a devotional book. If you're considering writing a christian book, don't miss this episode!

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Join me for this episode with Steve Harrison, the man behind the launches of Chicken Soup For The Soul and Rich Dad Poor Dad, as we discuss book launch strategies. Steve is also the creator of the National Publicity Summit. In this interview, we delve into the power of media and publicity for promoting your book, and cover topics like lead times for different publications, creating a "hook" to get a yes from the media, making your book "mediagenic", and building your "Fabulous Fifty" list of media contacts to reach out to. We also discuss how to maximize media appearances to sell more books. Don't miss this episode if you're an author interested in leveraging media and publicity to sell more books! Visit https://authorsuccess.com/chandler/ for three free publicity resources to promote your book, and check out Steve's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SteveHarrisonFan/.

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Join us for an inspiring and informative interview with Gabrielle Stone, one of the most successful self-published authors we've had on the podcast. As the author of "Eat, Pray, #FML" and other popular books, Gabrielle shares her secrets to self-publishing success. In this episode, we cover:

• Why Gabrielle chose to self-publish and her tips for a successful self-publishing journey
• Comparing self-publishing an audiobook vs. a traditional publishing deal for an audiobook (and why self-publishing may be the better choice)
• How Gabrielle sold many copies of her book as a first-time self-published author
• BookTok- What it is and how you can use TikTok to sell your book
• Insights on how to create viral videos on TikTok
• The Toyota Camry approach for your book - why it may be better than a Lamborghini Launch

If you're looking for inspiration or want to learn how to self-publish your book, don't miss this episode with Gabrielle Stone!

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Join me as I chat with Brit Barron, the author of "Worth It", on this episode about how to get a book deal. During our conversation, we explore the following topics:

• How Brit connected with a publisher and turned down their idea but still secured a book deal
• Deciding what to prioritize as a creative and entrepreneur
• The importance of exploring different topics for your book, even if they are not related to your business
• Overcoming writer's block by speaking your book
• How Brit landed a foreword from Rachel Hollis, a 3X NYT Bestseller, and tips for getting people to write a foreword for your book.

Don't miss out on this insightful conversation! Tune in to this episode and discover how to get a book deal.

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Join me for an insightful interview with Dr. Lois Frankel, the author of "Nice Girls Don't Get The Corner Office," as we discuss how to publish a book. If you're a female author or thinking about writing a book, this episode is for you! Discover how writing a book can benefit those who can't afford to work with you and why niche down your book and marketing is crucial for success. Dr. Lois also shares common mistakes women or "nice girls" make when writing and publishing a book and how to avoid them. Learn from her experience in republishing her most recent book self-published and the one essential thing to include in the contract. Don't miss this episode and gain insights on how to publish your book successfully!

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Join us for a fascinating interview with Kathryn Lasky, a prolific author who has written over 100 books including children's books, young adult novels, and historical fiction. In this episode, we explore topics related to traditional publishing such as:

• How Kathryn landed her first traditional publishing deal as a first-time children’s book author
• Designing your book cover based on genre and tips on how to do it right
• Insights from Kathryn's vast experience writing 100+ books, and how her process changes based on the type of book she’s writing
• Plotter or Pantser? We discuss what these terms mean and help you figure out which approach suits you best.

We also delve into other topics such as:

• How to increase the “readthrough rate” of the books in your series
• The advantages of writing historical fiction
• How Kathryn successfully turned one of her books into a major motion picture movie
• The differences between marketing children’s books and “grown-up” books.

This episode is packed with valuable insights and tips for anyone interested in writing and publishing books. Don't miss out!

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Join me as I chat with Elena Cardone, a renowned female entrepreneur, author, actress, and model, about her incredible journey to success.

Elena Cardone is the author of "Empire Builder: How To Have It All," and a speaker at the Unbreakable challenge. In this podcast episode, we delve into Elena's story and discuss the following topics:

• Empowering women and restoring the family unit
• Improving finances, relationships, and the family unit simultaneously
• How Elena overcame her fears and got her book published in just seven months, thanks to a challenge from her husband Grant Cardone
• The importance of support and avoiding phrases like "Just a"
• The five pillars of an unbreakable business, which you can learn more about at the Unbreakable challenge

As a female entrepreneur, Elena has a lot of valuable insights to share about these topics.

 For more inspiration, check out episode 10 of this podcast, where I interview Elena's husband Grant Cardone about his writing process.

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In this podcast episode, I'm thrilled to have Dan Martell, a long-time friend and mentor, discuss his newly released book, "Buy Back Time." As a successful entrepreneur and author, Dan has valuable insights to share on buying back your time and the benefits of writing a book, even if it doesn't align with your core business.

During our interview, we cover a variety of topics, including lessons learned from securing a book deal and shopping the book to multiple publishers. Dan also shares his personal experience of writing the book and why hiring a ghostwriter didn't work. His advice on hiring a ghostwriter is something every aspiring author should consider.

We also delve into creating excellent methodologies and frameworks around the subject of your book, among other fascinating topics. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to write a book or someone who wants to buy back their time, this episode is for you! Don't miss out on these valuable insights.

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Today I'm doing a bonus episode to make the biggest announcement in SPS history. I'm also announcing the future of publishing.
 
Don't miss this announcement!
 
To find out more about the future of Publishing and enter to win the Ultimate Writer's Retreat at Bolt Farm Treehouse, go to: selfpublishing.com/thefuture
 
To schedule a call with the team about helping with your book and to help fund one of the 75 libraries, go to: selfpublishing.com/apply-podcast

Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation

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