The Career Novelist™ Podcast With Camille Pagán

By Even Better Co.Arts Books

The Career Novelist™ Podcast With Camille Pagán episodes

July 30, 202492. How to know if your work’s any good
Yes, taste is subjective—but there are ways to tell if you’re ready to share your book with others. In this episode, Camille discusses:
Why you may mistake self-doubt for a sign your draft stinks

How to feel better about your work—at every stage of your career

The importance of adopting a “testing” mindset when querying and publishing
Applications are open for the Career Novelist Mastermind, which combines proven publishing strategies with research-backed career and mindset coaching. To learn more and apply, visit evenbetter.co/mastermind.
17 min
July 23, 202491. How to go pro (rerun)
Whether you’re working on your first novel or your fiftieth, showing up a professional will help you reach your goals faster—and help your success stick. On this episode, Camille shares:
The one question every writer should ask herself

How to plan to succeed (hint: it doesn’t involve a traditional business plan)

Using setbacks to supercharge your motivation

Why belief is more important than talent (really)
If you’re ready to go pro, apply for the Career Novelist Mastermind, which combines proven publishing strategies with research-backed career and mindset coaching. To learn more and apply, visit evenbetter.co/mastermind.
13 min
July 16, 202490. How to set better deadlines
Deadlines can help you get the job done—but they sometimes backfire, too. In this episode, Camille discusses:
The research-backed benefits of self-imposed deadlines

Signs you might be using a deadline or tight timeline against yourself

Simple ways to up the odds of meeting your deadline (and what to do if you don’t)

How to add an external deadline when you don’t have an agent or editor waiting for your draft
Sign up for the You Should Write a Book newsletter to learn about a special bonus for novelists who join the Career Novelist Mastermind this month: https://www.evenbetter.co/how-to
11 min
July 09, 202489. How to get (and give) blurbs
Blurbs—that is, endorsement quotes from other authors—are still a standard publishing practice. In this episode, Camille covers:
Why blurbs probably don’t sell books—but what they can do to help your career.

How to up the odds an author will say yes to your blurb request.

The unexpected benefit of asking another author for a favor.

What to do if you don’t end up liking a book you’ve been asked to blurb.
The Career Novelist Mastermind is accepting applications early. This small group coaching program kicks off September 4th. The mastermind is capped at 12 novelists, so early applications are encouraged. To learn more, visit evenbetter.co/mastermind.
21 min
July 02, 202488. How to reach your goals in the second half of 2024
There are still six months to reach your big writing goals. In this episode, Camille shares:
Her strategy for doing a mid-year assessment.

How the planning fallacy can sabotage your goals—and simple ways to bypass it.

Two secrets to effective visualization.

Using quick wins to create long-term success.
If you’re interested in coaching with Camille in Q3, email [email protected].
To learn more about the upcoming Career Novelist Mastermind, visit evenbetter.co/mastermind.
And to sign up for the You Should Write a Book newsletter, visit www.evenbetter.co/how-to.
17 min
June 25, 202487. How to stop stalling (and get back to writing)
Do you procrastinate when you should be working on your book? In today’s episode, Camille shares:
When procrastination’s actually a good thing.

The real reason you don’t write when you plan to.

Simple ways to increase your focus and follow through more often.
The Career Novelist Mastermind begins in August! To learn more and be the first to know when applications open, visit www.evenbetter.co/mastermind
20 min
June 18, 202486. How (and why!) to find a writing community
Neil Gaiman said, “Everything good that happened in my writing career happened because someone, normally another writer, helped me.” In today’s episode, Camille shares:
The surprising connection between community and grit.

Why it’s crucial to find writers who cheer you on during good times as well as bad.

The network-limiting mistake many early-career authors make.

How to decide whether your current writing community is still right for you.
The Your First 50 Readers webinar is June 21st. If you want to learn how to get authentic reviews from readers who actually like what you write, visit www.evenbetter.co/reviews to register.
20 min
June 11, 202485. How to make your own luck
Camille follows up with author Darci St. John—who was featured in episode 18—about:
How self-publishing her debut led to a two-book deal with a traditional publisher.

Why everything changed once Darci chose herself instead of waiting to be chosen.

The magic that happens when hard work coincides with what the market wants.

Why being used to rejection can be an author’s superpower.
Learn more about Darci’s novel, Crash Into Me, at www.darcistjohn.com
To register for the Your First 50 Reviews webinar, visit www.evenbetter.co/reviews
Note: we experienced some audio issues during recording. We did our best to minimize them but could not eliminate all of them.
31 min
June 04, 202484. How to be uncomfortable
Almost everything you want is on the other side of discomfort. In this episode, Camille talks about:
Why getting it right requires your work to “feel wrong” at first.

The connection between discomfort and upleveling your author career.

How to embrace uncomfortable emotions (without being miserable all the time).

The sneaky thought that can be a sign you’re avoiding discomfort.
P.S. The Career Novelist Mastermind reopens in August. Learn more and get on the waiting list at evenbetter.co/mastermind
13 min
May 28, 202483. How to say no
Reaching your writing goals is going to require you to say no—sometimes even to opportunities you might want to say yes to.
Why saying no can feel so uncomfortable (and how to do it anyway).

When it’s actually worth it to say yes.

The serendipity of making more space for yourself and your career.
Quick note: In today’s episode, Camille mentions and recommends Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield.
19 min

About The Career Novelist™ Podcast With Camille Pagán

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Want to create an even better career as a novelist? #1 Amazon Charts bestselling author and master certified coach Camille Pagán offers proven publishing strategies and research-based mindset advice…