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SPS 077: From Writing In Prison To 4x New York Times Bestseller & 1M Copies Sold with Wahida Clark (How To Create Raving Fans With Your Fiction Series)
Join me in this captivating episode featuring Wahida Clark, a renowned New York Times Best Seller and author of numerous captivating books. Wahida's incredible journey from a prison library to becoming a bestselling author is nothing short of inspiring.
During our conversation, Wahida shares her story of discovering her passion for writing while serving time in a federal prison in Kentucky. Despite the absence of computers, Wahida diligently hand-wrote her book on yellow legal paper, captivating her fellow inmates with each chapter. Sending out inquiry letters to publishers and agents, she faced rejections until one agent saw the potential in her work and became her literary representative.
Wahida's resourcefulness knew no bounds as she sought permission to make copies of her manuscript in prison, provided she acknowledged the prison staff in her book. This marked the beginning of her publishing journey, and she went on to sell over a million books before her release.
Listen closely as Wahida reveals her strategies for spreading the word about her book within the prison system and engaging her readers. She shares her experiences of selling books and becoming a beloved author even while in solitary confinement. Discover the two essential elements that keep her readers captivated and connected to her work.
Join us as we delve into the remarkable journey of Wahida Clark, a living testament to the power of determination and passion in overcoming adversity. Get inspired by her incredible story of resilience and discover valuable insights into building a successful writing career against all odds.
Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetraining
Schedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule
Here are some links that might come in handy:
- Apply for a free book consultation
- Register for our free on-demand training
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- SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear
- SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup
- SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman
- SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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Join me in this captivating episode featuring Wahida Clark, a renowned New York Times Best Seller and author of numerous captivating books. Wahida's incredible journey from a prison library to becoming a bestselling author is nothing short of inspiring.
During our conversation, Wahida shares her story of discovering her passion for writing while serving time in a federal prison in Kentucky. Despite the absence of computers, Wahida diligently hand-wrote her book on yellow legal paper, captivating her fellow inmates with each chapter. Sending out inquiry letters to publishers and agents, she faced rejections until one agent saw the potential in her work and became her literary representative.
Wahida's resourcefulness knew no bounds as she sought permission to make copies of her manuscript in prison, provided she acknowledged the prison staff in her book. This marked the beginning of her publishing journey, and she went on to sell over a million books before her release.
Listen closely as Wahida reveals her strategies for spreading the word about her book within the prison system and engaging her readers. She shares her experiences of selling books and becoming a beloved author even while in solitary confinement. Discover the two essential elements that keep her readers captivated and connected to her work.
Join us as we delve into the remarkable journey of Wahida Clark, a living testament to the power of determination and passion in overcoming adversity. Get inspired by her incredible story of resilience and discover valuable insights into building a successful writing career against all odds.
Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetraining
Schedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule
Here are some links that might come in handy:
- Apply for a free book consultation
- Register for our free on-demand training
Must-watch episodes:
- SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal
- SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear
- SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup
- SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman
- SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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