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

SPS 102: How To Write A Memoir That Actually Sells Copies (Without Being Famous) with Justin & Alexis Black


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Are you embarking on the journey of writing a memoir but feeling unsure of how to sell copies without the advantage of being a famous author? In this enlightening interview with Justin and Alexis Black, we dive deep into this very topic.

During our conversation, we explore a wide range of invaluable insights, including:

  • The remarkable story of how Justin and Alexis sold an impressive 5,200+ copies of their book within just five months.
  • Navigating the challenging process of writing a memoir, particularly when it involves working through personal trauma.
  • Unveiling the "Police Report Method" and offering alternative approaches to crafting an engaging and captivating memoir that reads more like fiction.
  • Discovering the secrets to booking speaking engagements, raising speaking fees, and the "magic question" that maximizes your potential earnings as a speaker.
  • Exploring the benefits of working with local printers to print a significant number of copies, ultimately enabling you to generate more revenue from your book.
  • Reflecting on the impact of growing up within the foster and adoption systems, and how this unique experience influenced their writing and publishing journey.


This interview is brimming with inspiration, practical advice, and empowering stories that will resonate with anyone writing a memoir or facing adversity in their lives. Don't miss out on this incredible episode! Listen to it now and share your thoughts with us.

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Must-watch episodes:

  1. SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal
  2. SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear
  3. SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup
  4. SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman
  5. SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki


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