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Todd and Joe have both stumbled through publishing in very different ways. Today they share horror stories about writing, and talk about the current state of publishing.
#authorsontheair #authorsontheairglobalradionetwork #authorinterview #authorsontheair #authorsontheairglobalradionetwork #authorinterview #Dr_Vanessa_Howard #FromtheprojectstoPhD #instagramauthors #FlorenzaDeniseLee #ontheairwithflorenza Dr. Vanessa Howard, also known as Dr. V, is an award-winning educator, motivational speaker, and bestselling author. With a Ph.D. in Education, she has inspired countless individuals through her memoir “From the Projects to a Ph.D.” and other impactful works like “From Stuck to Limitless” and “The Write Stuff: A Journey into Writing Your Book.” Dr. V is passionate about empowering others to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams. She also shares her insights and experiences on her popular YouTube channel. From the Projects to a Ph.D Dr. Vanessa Howard's book From the Projects to a Ph.D. discusses humble beginnings, challenges in pursuing higher education, and the determination to succeed. The resiliency of the human spirit will inspire you as she shares personal insights and experiences of racial inequities that shaped but did not define her life. Although her experiences in this book are not unique, they glimpse the "other side of America," which is rarely shared with other cultures. Within these pages, you will find strategies to assist readers in becoming more culturally responsive. She prays this story will catalyze change and offer hope to those most need it. When we know better, we should do better. This is a must-read for those passionate about reform in education, law, gender equity, and racial justice. You can follow Dr. V on all social media platforms under Dr. V Howard of Dr Vanessa Howard. You can follow Florenza via her website, www.florenza.org, or all social media platforms under Florenza Denise Lee. Cheers.
#authorsontheair #authorsontheairglobalradionetwork #authorinterview #authorsontheair #authorsontheairglobalradionetwork #authorinterview #Dr_Vanessa_Howard #FromtheprojectstoPhD #instagramauthors #FlorenzaDeniseLee #ontheairwithflorenza Dr. Vanessa Howard, also known as Dr. V, is an award-winning educator, motivational speaker, and bestselling author. With a Ph.D. in Education, she has inspired countless individuals through her memoir “From the Projects to a Ph.D.” and other impactful works like “From Stuck to Limitless” and “The Write Stuff: A Journey into Writing Your Book.” Dr. V is passionate about empowering others to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams. She also shares her insights and experiences on her popular YouTube channel. From the Projects to a Ph.D Dr. Vanessa Howard's book From the Projects to a Ph.D. discusses humble beginnings, challenges in pursuing higher education, and the determination to succeed. The resiliency of the human spirit will inspire you as she shares personal insights and experiences of racial inequities that shaped but did not define her life. Although her experiences in this book are not unique, they glimpse the "other side of America," which is rarely shared with other cultures. Within these pages, you will find strategies to assist readers in becoming more culturally responsive. She prays this story will catalyze change and offer hope to those most need it. When we know better, we should do better. This is a must-read for those passionate about reform in education, law, gender equity, and racial justice. You can follow Dr. V on all social media platforms under Dr. V Howard of Dr Vanessa Howard. You can follow Florenza via her website, www.florenza.org, or all social media platforms under Florenza Denise Lee. Cheers.
INSPIRED TO WRITE - Christian Developmental Editor and Book Coach for Kingdom Creatives
Almost every single aspiring author I've met was too embarrassed to admit how long they have been working on their book. They dodged the question like it was a poisoned dart. Seriously. The more I pressed for an answer, the more they ran for cover. I remember that feeling like it was yesterday. That's why in todays episode I give practical tips and tricks to help you FINISH YOUR BOOK even when you have little to no time! JOIN THE FREE INSPIRED TO WRITE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY!! Join now - https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup
Tapping into our deep vulnerabilities on the page may feel uncomfortable or scary - even when we're writing for our eyes only. But openly sharing our authentic stories can be incredibly healing and allow us to create massive impact not only in our own lives, but in the lives of others!In this episode of Soul Guide Radio, I sit down with the amazing author, story coach, and book writing mentor Amy Hallberg to explore how we can use the writing process to clarify and share our vulnerable stories in a way that enables us to heal… and to deliver our important messages to the people who are meant to receive them.This is a beautiful conversation jam-packed with thoughtful insights. If you've been feeling a nudge to begin working on a book or keynote - or simply want to build a more nourishing journaling practice - you won't want to miss it!Start unlocking your spiritual gifts. Listen now to discover: The connection between writing a book and the journey toward healing (and why this process can be SO powerful!) How to get started if a book is calling your name - even if it's only a tiny whisper right now An invitation that will have you healing through writing in ways that will greatly heighten your creativity! Guest bio: Amy Hallberg is the author of Tiny Altars: A Midlife Revival and German Awakening: Tales from an American Life. She is a podcaster, story coach, book writing mentor, and the founder of Courageous Wordsmith Community for Real-Life Writers. Amy guides writers through their narrative journeys - from inklings to beautiful works. Timestamps:00:01 Intro02:41 Meet Amy Hallberg06:44 Should you write a book?09:00 Amy's writing journey12:26 Meanings & interpretations16:23 Writing, sharing & divine timing20:34 Martha Beck23:33 Open doors & healing with the flow27:17 More Martha Beck & knowing your why29:23 Sharing vulnerable stories37:31 Invitation & conclusionLinks:Amy Hallberghttps://amyhallberg.com https://courageouswordsmith.com Instagram: @amy_hallberg Martha Beckhttps://marthabeck.com Byron Katiehttps://thework.com Stay connected: Soul Guide Circle: JOIN the Soul Guide Circle closed Facebook Group Facebook: FOLLOW on Facebook Instagram: FOLLOW on Instagram Ready to grow a prosperous soul-guided business? BOOK a free Intuitive Consult — We LOVE Listener Reviews, and we read them on the air! Leave a REVIEW here Interested in being a guest? SUBMIT an Application Form
Everett O'Keefe is an international best-selling author who helps people turn their book ideas into reality. In this episode, he talks about why writing a book is good for your business. Josh shares his own experience of both self-publishing and working with a publisher and the pros and cons of both. Everett also shares the books that have inspired him. Learn more about Everett here: https://ignitepress.us/
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In this solo episode of the Thriving Authors Podcast, I'm excited to share what has helped me write my back cover and my longer book descriptions. I even give an example of the description from my book that came out in December called “Your Book Matters: 52 love notes from my creative heart to yours.” On the surface, writing your book description seems pretty simple…but it is super common to struggle with this task because you need to condense so much into a short space! To write a compelling book description, you need to 1) give the reader a sense of what your book is about; 2) introduce the reader to your own authentic voice and style; 3) sell your book; 4) grab the reader's attention and leave them wanting more! I dive into: The distinction between your book description and your back cover description. Some exercises that are really helpful with taking away the pressure and stress of writing the description of your book. Why I recommend writing your book description before you reach the end of your manuscript. How to grab the reader's attention in your book description. A little trick I use to hone in on how to write to the ideal reader of your book. Check out the back cover description from my new novel BEFORE & AFTER YOU & ME, coming May 7th from @OwlHollowPress & now available for pre-order!! #linkinbioEmma blames herself when a freak accident at a pool party leaves Hunter, the town's rising track star and her former boyfriend, paralyzed from the waist down. As she struggles with anxiety, loneliness and regret, she begins to obsessively paint portraits of legs and feet—Hunter's legs and feet—and for the first time receives critical acclaim and notice for her artwork. But what started as therapeutic for Emma ends up deepening her guilt. Does creating meaningful art require retreating inward toward self-expression, or striving outward toward recognition—or can it somehow be both? Searching for one whole, authentic identity, Emma grapples with love, ambition, grief, homecoming, and—ultimately—redemption. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dallas-woodburn/support
Are you the woman that is expected to hold it together, where all of your energy is consumed in the everyday? The type of woman who has wild dreams, but your obligations are overpowering, and those beautiful dreams stay on the backburner of your heart's greatest longings? If so, this episode is for you! In one of my MOST cherished conversations on the podcast, New York Times bestselling author Lauren Grodstein joins me for an intimate and heartwarming discussion about living as a woman in what is still a Virginia Woolf world, indoctrinated as "women of labor" and the demands of life as the oldest daughter of her family. In this conversation, we also speak to how womanhood poses challenges as a Jewish woman specifically, in light of the tragic events on and following October 7th, and how her latest book release We Must Not Think of Ourselves was unintentionally a timely message sharing the stories of the Warsaw Ghetto in 1940 and keeping their stories alive. We are once again living in a time when no choice feels like a good choice, but Lauren does an impressive job depicting this in her novel, and in real life on this podcast. She truly has a way with words that awakens your senses to truly see + feel as if you are there, and encompassing all emotions. Be sure to stay tuned till the end, where she graciously also shares with us secrets of the publishing process and how to make writing your book easier - bye bye Writer's Block, hello Paris? About Lauren: Lauren Grodstein is the author of five novels, including the Read with Jenna selection and national bestseller We Must Not Think of Ourselves, New York Times bestseller A Friend of the Family and the Washington Post Book of the Year The Explanation for Everything. Lauren's work has been translated into French, Turkish, German, Hebrew, and other languages, and her essays and reviews have been widely published. She teaches in the MFA Program at Rutgers University-Camden and lives in New Jersey with her husband and children. Connect with Lauren:Website: www.laurengrodstein.comSupport the showConnect with me: Peek at the Live Vibrant Sisterhood + join the waiting list for the next round! - DM me for deets! I'm on the Gram! Find me on Instagram @mozen_wellness, click here to DM! Would love to hear how you're experiencing this episode + the pod. Come ALIVE with me - click here to see what's new: https://bio.site/mozenwellness Support the show + help us continue healing mental health through this podcast!
In this very real but also honest conversation with Joshua Pellicer on the I Was Born to Do This podcast, I opened up about the seismic shifts happening in our world, especially around AI, and the urgent need for authors to ink their wisdom now, more than ever. With the landscape of content creation rapidly morphing, Joshua mentioned the pivotal moment we're in. AI's ascendancy means our window to establish our voice, our expertise, through the written word, is narrowing. In the next couple of years, how we're perceived as thought leaders hinges on our ability to share our unique insights and stories. AI, while a tool of incredible potential, ushers in a future where the value of authorship could diminish, making it paramount for us to act swiftly. This isn't just about racing against the tide of technology but seizing the opportunity to embed our perspectives in a world that's increasingly looking to AI for guidance. Joshua's message is a call to action: Write that book, share your truth, and do it now, because soon, the rules of the game might just change. Key moments: 8:00 My process of writing a book 20:10 Common misconception with AI 23:22 How to properly work with AI 40:40 A message to authors about AI 46:25 Why you need to write your book now If you are anything like Joshua and want to share your magic with the world but don't know where to start, click here - https://www.joapublishing.com
Rona Maynard joins Let's Talk Memoir for a conversation about allowing ourselves to get lost in our writing, realizing you've actually been writing your book, observing our animal companions keenly, embracing surprises in our work, discovering joyful moments, looking for a narrative arc, using Scrivener, going more deeply, writing from the heart, and her memoir Starter Dog. Also in this episode: -taking in the world around us -photographs as writing aids -learning who we are Books mentioned in this episode: Travels with Charley by John Steinbeck What Comes Next and How to Like It by Abigail Thomas Truth and Beauty by Ann Patchet In the Key of New York by Rebecca McClanahan Rona Maynard found happiness at 65—a story she tells in her new memoir Starter Dog: My Path to Joy, Belonging and Loving This World. She first broke into print at 14 with a short story about bullying and still receives fan mail from teens who are reading it in class. Rona capped a stellar career in magazines with a decade at the helm of Chatelaine, Canada's leading magazine for women. Her editor's column garnered a loyal following. When she disclosed a struggle with depression, she helped kickstart a national conversation about mental health. When Rona stepped away from corporate life, she had to learn to unwind. Her best teacher was a rescue mutt who had received his basic training in a prison. She has been married more than 50 years to her best friend, tech advisor and driver on a cross continental art adventure that took them to 49 museums in five weeks. Rona says road trips go better with a dog in the back seat. Connect with Rona: Website: https://ronamaynard.com/ Medium: https://ronamaynard.medium.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rona.maynard/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronamaynard3278/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronamaynard/ Get Rona's book: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Starter-Dog-Belonging-Loving-World/dp/1770417230/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1690986860&sr=8-1 Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/p/books/starter-dog-my-path-to-joy-belonging-and-loving-this-world/18908036?ean=9781770417236&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fronamaynard.com%2F&source=IndieBound&title=Starter+Dog%3A+My+Path+to+Joy%2C+Belonging+and+Loving+This+World — Ronit's writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The Rumpus, The New York Times, The Iowa Review, Hippocampus, The Washington Post, Writer's Digest, American Literary Review, and elsewhere. Her memoir WHEN SHE COMES BACK about the loss of her mother to the guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and their eventual reconciliation was named Finalist in the 2021 Housatonic Awards Awards, the 2021 Indie Excellence Awards, and was a 2021 Book Riot Best True Crime Book. Her short story collection HOME IS A MADE-UP PLACE won Hidden River Arts' 2020 Eludia Award and the 2023 Page Turner Awards for Short Stories. She earned an MFA in Nonfiction Writing at Pacific University, is Creative Nonfiction Editor at The Citron Review, and lives in Seattle with her family where she teaches memoir workshops and is working on her next book. More about Ronit: https://ronitplank.com Sign up for monthly podcast and writing updates: https://bit.ly/33nyTKd Follow Ronit: https://www.instagram.com/ronitplank/ https://twitter.com/RonitPlank https://www.facebook.com/RonitPlank Background photo credit: Photo by Patrick Tomasso on Unsplash Headshot photo credit: Sarah Anne Photography Theme music: Isaac Joel, Dead Moll's Fingers
Visit pitchology.ai for more content, information, and tips for becoming a successful entrepreneur. In this episode, Steve and writing coach, Leslie Hinson, discuss the excitement, frustration, happiness, and even sadness that comes with writing a book. Join us for an adventure into the heart of storytelling where creativity knows no bounds. Highlights from this episode: Dive into the mesmerizing journey of storytelling and book creation with Leslie Hinson, a master of weaving tales that captivate and educate. In this enlightening podcast, we unravel the art of fable writing, explore the transformative power of stories, and discover how ancient wisdom is repackaged for modern audiences. Leslie shares insights from her unique path to becoming a fiction and fable writing aficionado, the intricacies of crafting stories with moral lessons, and the joy of blending historical facts with imaginative fiction. Whether you're an aspiring writer or a lover of stories, this conversation is a treasure trove of inspiration, offering a glimpse into the meticulous process of bringing tales to life that resonate across generations. Connect with Steve and Leslie: Steve Distante - https://stevedistante.com Leslie Hinson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-hinson-572b2481/
Listen to this episode of the Master Your Coaching Biz podcast featuring our distinguished guest, Melody Owen. Melody helps leaders, speakers, and entrepreneurs get unstuck while writing their book and get answers to all their publishing questions without spending hours on Google so they can quickly write a successful book that their ideal clients will want to read, review, and recommend. She is passionate about ensuring her clients publish a high-quality, valuable book without reinventing the publishing process. Here are the great points that we talked about: Transforming coaching expertise into a compelling book Setting clear goals for your book such as lead generation and securing speaking engagements Integrating a book into your business strategy, not just as a glorified business card Understanding the realistic timeframe for writing a book with a minimum of six months suggested Benefits of having a structured roadmap to stay on track with writing goals Deciding between self publishing or traditional publishing based on the level of control desired Using James Clear's “Atomic Habit” success as a strategy example Engaging readers and building a community around your book Crafting nonfiction that includes storytelling, author and humor Offering a free planning checklist to help with publishing success The importance of knowing your specific goals before writing Identifying your ideal reader and crafting a strong book content Get connected with Melody Owen: Website: https://authornation.circle.so Email: melody@authornationtube.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/authornation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melodyowen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authornationtube/ Free Gift Link: http://authornation.online/ Free Gift Description The Planning Checklist for Nonfiction Authors helps authors-to-be * Set goals, * Research their book, * Outline their book, * Understand the timelines and milestones for publishing, and * Offers some pre-launch ideas. Get connected with Cheryl Thacker: Website: https://successfulcoaches.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachcherylthacker/ SCHEDULE YOUR PODCAST INTERVIEW HERE: https://successfulcoaches.coachesconsole.com/calendar/podcast
Jim Edwards https://copyandcontent.ai discusses the importance of knowing WHO you are writing for and WHY? Why are you creating a book? Is it part of a bigger plan in your business model, or will you live off royalties for the rest of your life? Chances are writing a book is not the quick way to retirement, but it can be the quick way for people to learn about you and your business offerings. Check out the importance of having a story to share… Let https://writeyourbook.ai do the heavy lifting for you. Check out the Facebook Group – Sales Copy and Content Marketing Hacks at https://www.facebook.com/groups/copywritingandcontenthacks and for more information on the wizards used to make outstanding sales copy check out http://www.thejimedwardsmethod.com. Ready to become an author? We can show you how! Join the hundreds of authors, many of them Amazon best sellers who have used WriteYourBook.AI to become published authors on Amazon, letting AI do all the heavy lifting. Join us!
Here's what to expect on the podcast:What are the five steps to writing a book?Why is finding an editor who understands and enhances your unique writing style crucial?How can aspiring authors determine which book to write among their various ideas or concepts?What are the three primary ways people can get their books published?And much more! About Deborah:As the founder and chief inspiration officer of Highlander Press, Deborah Kevin (pronounced “KEY-vin”) loves helping change-makers tap into and share their stories of healing and truth with impactful books. She's guided hundreds of authors to craft and publish impactful books of which they are proud. Debby, a graduate of Stanford University's Novel Writing program, graduated in 2021 with a master's degree in publishing from Western Colorado University.She's trekked over 350 miles of the Camino de Santiago, and her passions include travel, cooking, hiking, and kayaking. She lives in Maryland with the love of her life, Rob, her sons, and their puppy, Fergus—that is when they're not off-discovering the world. Connect with Deborah Kevin!Websites: https://highlanderpressbooks.com/ | https://deborahkevin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpressInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpress/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpress Connect with Kamie Lehmann!Website: https://www.kamielehmann.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kamie.lehmann.1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shesinvinciblepodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamie-lehmann-04683473National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/Get your Podcast on IMDB: https://imdb.failureguy.com/submitpodcastkamieLearn more about how to minimize the emotional side effects of cancer: https://adventurefound.org/
Hey there, my friend! I am so excited that you're here for today's interview. It's such a powerful conversation with my friend, Major Logan Philips, about his book, Number Your Stories and Lead like a Legend. I met Logan in March 2022 in a virtual Writing Your Book class with my publishing mentor, Kristin Bentley, who is the founder and CEO of E.P. House. Logan is such a fun guy with a big heart, great sense of humor, and he tells the best stories that everyone can connect with. I got to hear a lot of the stories that made it into his book, so it's so fun for me to be able to hold the book and to know how hard he worked to make it a reality. Logan Phillips is a world-class leader development expert. As a career Army officer, former Basic Training Commander, Assistant Professor at the United States Military Academy (USMA), and award-winning author, Logan's dynamic storytelling masterfully weaves together his diverse and exciting background to empower readers. Having spent over a decade shaping the next generation of military leaders, Logan now leverages his wealth of experience to bring these lessons to a broader audience, imparting invaluable leadership principles to individuals and organizations worldwide. In his groundbreaking new work, "Number Your Stories and Lead Like a Legend," Logan captivates readers with incredible thought-provoking faith-led tales as he shares vital lessons on leadership and growth. Logan is a nuclear physicist with degrees from USMA and Yale University and was named the winner of the Teaching Excellence Award for 2021. During his free time, Logan coaches his boys' football team and writes children's literature. His acclaimed children's book, "I Love You More" donates 100% of proceeds to Gold-Star Children – kids who lost their parents in the defense of the nation.Logan is nothing short of amazing. And I am so excited to bring our conversation about leadership, being your best self, faith, and so much more to you. GET LOGAN'S BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Number-Your-Stories-Lead-Legend-ebook/dp/B0CN4241JW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2U4NL2V3PGY14&keywords=number+your+stories+and+lead+like+a+legend&qid=1700420588&sprefix=number+yo%2Caps%2C130&sr=8-1 LOGAN'S WEBSITE: https://loganphillipsauthor.com/
INSPIRED TO WRITE - Christian Developmental Editor and Book Coach for Kingdom Creatives
You might sit down to write your book and realize, oh no. I have no idea where I am going with this. This is totally normal friends. Whether you are a new author or you've published plenty of books, we all need a little help to get our stories back on track. This episode is all about outlining your book with purpose, so you can get unstuck and make progress towards an impactful story. No matter what you consider your writing style to be, I'm confident today's episode will help you develop a game plan that will work for you and your story. Here are the resources mentioned in todays episode: Save the Cat! Writes a Novel: The Last Book On Novel Writing You'll Ever Need By Jessica Brody https://amzn.to/48e7Pco (Note: This is an Amazon affiliate link)
EPISODE 261 - Eric Guttmann - The ABC's of Writing Your Book, Fat Loss After 40, and Building Coaching into Your Author JourneyFirst it's five pounds, then ten. Before long, you find yourself fifty pounds overweight and relying on motivation to magically melt the pounds—only your motivation is gone.Perhaps you've always struggled with weight gain. Or maybe this was never a concern until your forties. For most of us, though, weight gain is a constant battle that becomes harder to win the older we are.How do we make progress against Mother Nature? When do we stop fighting our own bodies? In Fat Loss After 40, retired Naval Officer Eric Guttmann—a health and fitness expert—provides his sensible system for shedding fat without starvation or excessive exercise. He shows you how to adopt a successful mindset and incorporate an elimination diet to reduce inflammation and drop pounds—potentially ten to fifteen in the first thirty days. You'll learn how to reap benefits from fasting, incorporate a single exercise to boost human growth hormone, and use supplements to optimize cellular energy. If you're tired of bearing the burden of excess weight, Fat Loss After 40 is the inspiration and know-how you need to lose the pounds—for good.Eric Guttmann is an author and an Ultimate Human Performance (UHP) certified physio/kinesiology expert who served for more than twenty years in active duty as both a Naval Flight Officer (NFO) and a Foreign Area Officer (FAO). With several instruction certifications, including Elite Combat Fitness and Commando Krav Maga, Eric is a US Navy Certified Fitness Leader (CFL) with degrees in Physical Education and National Security Affairs. He studied acupuncture and Eastern medicine. He was also a collegiate track athlete in the javelin, along with judo and gymnastics.https://lioncrest.com/books/fat-loss-after-40/___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/ National Podcast Post Month is celebrating 16 years! Join the 30 days of podcasting fun starting on November 1st! #NaPodPoMoSupport the showAre you looking to hire a podcast editor to do the behind the scenes work for you? Do you want to be a better Podcast Guest?Searching for How To Start a Podcast?Looking for Podcast Tips?Visit HowToPodcast.ca for practical advice, featured guest co-hosts from around the world and a community of podcasters dedicated to your success - join Dave and the entire podcast family at https://howtopodcast.ca/
In this solo episode of the Thriving Authors Podcast, I'm excited to share what has helped me write my back cover and my longer book descriptions. I even give an example of the description from my new book coming out this December called “Your Book Matters: 52 love notes from my creative heart to yours.” On the surface, writing your book description seems pretty simple…but it is super common to struggle with this task because you need to condense so much into a short space! To write a compelling book description, you need to 1) give the reader a sense of what your book is about; 2) introduce the reader to your own authentic voice and style; 3) sell your book; 4) grab the reader's attention and leave them wanting more! I dive into: The distinction between your book description and your back cover description. Some exercises that are really helpful with taking away the pressure and stress of writing the description of your book. Why I recommend writing your book description before you reach the end of your manuscript. How to grab the reader's attention in your book description. A little trick I use to hone in on how to write to the ideal reader of your book. Curious to see the full description of my soon-to-be-released book – and the differences between the longer description for the sales page and the shorter description for the back cover? I'm sharing this little behind-the-scenes peek with my book launch team so I invite you to join the launch team here: bit.ly/yourbookmatterslaunchteam
Someone asks you: What's your higher priority?A) writing your book, or B) mindlessly scrolling social media? Yeah, you know, I know, we all know.That's why in this episode we're talking about the social media time suck stopping you from writing your book and what you can do about it TODAY.Support the showConnect:FB: The Unlocked Creative CommunityW: theunlockedcreative.comIG: @unlocked_creative
Writing your first book (or second or third) can be a daunting task, but the benefits far outweigh the birth pains. In this special broadcast, I take a dive into the "why" and "how" of writing your first book. This is a must-listen! Renowned book Strategist Heather Andrews joins me on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Building a strong foundation is the key to reaching a strong finish in writing your book. In this episode, join Ally Berthiaume as she dives into the essential elements of writing a book and how to go from a strong foundation to a strong finish. She explores the common misconception that sitting down in front of a computer and magically producing a book is possible. Ally explains why conceptualization, visioning, and brainstorming are crucial before even drafting a single word. She emphasizes the importance of having a clear map and outline to guide your writing journey. She discusses the need to understand your audience, define your goals, and strategically plan your book's content. But writing is more than just putting words on a page. Ally highlights the business lens, mindset, and confidence required to succeed in the writing process. She outlines the three pillars of successful writing: strategic thinking, self-belief, and effective writing execution. Learn how these components intertwine to create a well-rounded and impactful book. Tune in so you don't miss out on turning your book idea into a reality!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://superbrandpublishing.com/podcasts/
I asked someone what their biggest writing challenge was, and their answer, in one word, was this. Vulnerability. Yep you've been there too. But what if vulnerability was a writing superpower? Connect:FB: The Unlocked Creative CommunityW: theunlockedcreative.comIG: @unlocked_creative
Have you ever yearned to share your extraordinary story with the world, perhaps through the captivating pages of a book? The thought of becoming an author can be exhilarating, but it's common to feel lost, not knowing where to begin. Doubts and fears may cloud your path, making you hesitate to dig deep and reveal the vulnerable aspects of your journey. But fear not, for in today's episode of The Inside Story Podcast, we dive into the art of storytelling and gain valuable insights from the remarkable Dr. Cindy Childress. Her wisdom and encouragement will gently nudge you to take that leap of faith, inspiring you to embrace your fears and share your truth. Interview links Work with Dr. Cindy https://cindychildress.com/ Connect with Dr. Cindy on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindychildressphd/ Get all the links and resources at www https://www.lightbeamers.com/podcast Subscribe to my podcast — “The Inside Story Podcast with April Adams Pertuis” — and be inspired by the stories we bring to you every week. Text the words INSIDE STORY to 833-228-9446 to get notified every time a new episode drops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you have a desire to write a book? We are on an editing break and will return soon with some new interviews. I wanted to share some of the best chats and memorable moments. Here is a conversation from last year with Kevin Long. It is a story of crashed property development and a the search for something new. Kevin has been through a lot, and the whole conversation is available at the link below. For the last ten years, Kevin has been running a publishing company supporting people to join the 1% club and get their books published. If you follow Kevin's advice, that could be you. https://lifepassionandbusiness.com/kevin-long-saving-lives/ Life Passion & Business is dedicated to exploring what it takes to be Extraordinary, to face challenges and rejoice in the opportunities they bring, and expand our vision into new ways of thinking and living. There is a lot to gain from listening to other people's stories, however the real work begins by taking action in your own life. For full details of Events, Resources and Services visit: www.lifepassionandbusiness.com Support For Podcasters: Running a podcast is fun, but it takes time and dedication. Whenever you enjoy a podcast please share your appreciation with comments, likes, shares and reviews. It helps other listeners find good content and supports the content creators and their guests. Another way you can support the Life Passion & Business podcast is with small donations: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeandpassion
Finishing the first draft, finding yourself, and achieving your definition of success…This week we're thrilled to be chatting with podcaster and book coach, Emma Dhesi. She talks about being a staying at home mom and how to balance caring for her family with building her own writing career. Tip of the day: do what you can, when you can!Emma Dhesi is a book coach and author mentor who specialises in helping beginner authors write their first novel. She is the host of the podcast Turning Readers Into Writers, which focuses on the challenges new authors face when trying to balance ‘all the things'. She's also the co-author of Launch Pad: The Countdown to Writing Your Book, a guide for authors.Question of the week: How do you keep motivated in your writing? Let's chat on the Facebook page @AuthorWheel.Follow Us! Emma Dhesi:Website: http://www.emmadhesi.com/Book: https://launchpadcountdown.com/The Author Wheel:Website: www.AuthorWheel.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorWheelGreta Boris:Website: www.GretaBoris.comFacebook: @GretaBorisAuthorInstagram: @GretaBorisMegan Haskell:Website: www.MeganHaskell.comFacebook & Instagram: @MeganHaskellAuthor Support the showFREE Mini Email CourseHave you ever struggled to explain to others exactly what you write? Or wondered which of the many fiction ideas running through your brain you should tackle? If so, The Author Wheel's new mini-course might be your solution. 7 Days to Clarity: Uncover Your Author Purpose will help you uncover your core writing motivations, avoid shiny-thing syndrome, and create clear marketing language. Each daily email will lead you step by step in defining your author brand, crafting a mission statement, and distilling that statement into a pithy tagline. And, best of all, it's free. Click here to learn more!
Jeff Goins of Goins Writer helps you start writing your own book Episode 1026: How to Start Writing Your Book by Jeff Goins on Steps For Writing Your Own Book Jeff Goins is the best-selling author of five books including The Art of Work and Real Artists Don't Starve. On his blog, he shares his thoughts on writing, life, and creative work. The original post is located here: https://goinswriter.com/start-writing-your-book/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this solo episode of the Thriving Authors Podcast, I address the common misconception that writing a book will take a lot of time – time away from your business and other money making actions that seem more urgent. Spoiler alert: I think that the opposite is true! I believe that writing your book is one of the biggest gifts to your business and one of the best things you can do to increase efficiency and productivity and save time in your business. You'll hear me share reasons and examples why I think this, including: How to avoid spending all our time putting out fires of day-to-day business and client tasks. The simple way writing a book allows you to schedule your CEO time on a consistent basis and actually stay committed to it. The mindset shifts that I and my clients have experienced that have helped us to grow into the next level in life and business. The importance of creating an enduring content bank and the strategy I use for organizing content so it's easy to find and keep track of. After listening I think you'll agree that writing a book is the most efficient time-saving gift for your business! And if you're not already there, I'd love for you to join me in my free Facebook group called Women Entrepreneurs Becoming Best Selling Authors. If you are an entrepreneur who wants to write and publish the book inside your heart, this is the place to be! We discuss the podcast episodes, I regularly go live with free challenges, and you may even meet your new writing partner to swap pages with. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dallas-woodburn/support
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Fitness Professional turned novelist, Linda Rosen's books are set in the “not-too-distant past” and examine how women reinvent themselves despite obstacles thrown their way. A central theme is that blood is not all that makes a family– and they always feature a piece of jewelry! Her novels, The Disharmony of Silence, Sisters of the Vine and The Emerald Necklace are published by Black Rose Writing. In addition to writing novels, Linda was a contributor to Women in the Literary Landscape: A WNBA Centennial Publication for the Women's National Book Association and the craft book, Launch Pad The Countdown to Writing Your Book. She is a member of the Women's Fiction Writers Association and co-founder of the South Florida chapter of the Women's National Book Association. In addition, she is a founding member of The Author Talk Network and an administrator of the Facebook Group, Bookish Road Trip and editor of their newsletter, Wanderlust. Linda lives with her husband in New Jersey, but when the leaves fall and she has to swap sandals for shoes and socks, they move to their home in Florida. The Storytellers hosted by Grace Sammon focuses on individuals who choose to leave their mark on the world through the art of story. Each episode engages guests and listeners in the story behind the story of authors, artists, reporters, and others who leave a legacy of storytelling. Applying her years of experience as an educator, entrepreneur, author, and storyteller herself, Grace brings to listeners an intimate one-on-one experience with her guests. Visit Grace at her website www.gracesammon.net. Contact Grace about being a guest on the show, email her at grace@gracesammon.net Follow Grace: On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GraceSammonWrites/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/GraceSammonWrites/ On Twitter https://www.twitter.com/GSammonWrites On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-sammon-84389153/ #TheStorytellers #Storyteller #Storytellers # Storytelling #AuhtorInterview #LetsTalkBooks #LeaveYourMark #AuthorLife #StorytellerLife #ArtofStory #AuthorTalkNetwork #BookishRoadTrip #AuthorTalkNetwork #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #author #emeralnecklace #jewlery #womensrights #sisterhood #multigenerational #sistersofthevine #disharmonyofsilence #Florida #novel #artist #sculpture #novelist The Storytellers is a copyrighted work © of Grace Sammon and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network.
That calling to write your book. It's the reason you listen to this show, because you know it's meant to happen. But there's something blocking you, like some kind of invisible force. Buckle up. I'm sharing the number one reason you haven't started writing your book and what to do about it NOW so that you can write the book that's calling you. Connect:FB: The Unlocked Creative CommunityW: theunlockedcreative.comIG: @unlocked_creative
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I chat with return guest, author, and book coach, Emma Dhesi. To celebrate the release of Emma's first non-fiction book, Launch Pad: The Countdown to Writing Your Book, we'll be talking about all aspects of writing a book, from the physical craft of conjuring an amazing story, to advice, tips and tricks for researching, choosing a style guide, and working with a book coach. Other things we discuss on this episode include: · How turning 40 was the catalyst to get Emma to write her first novel. · The serendipitous circumstances that led Emma to become one of the lead authors for Launch Pad. · The value of investing in a book coach and why book coaches are not some new-fangled fad. · How so many authors get the concept of character flaws wrong. · And how writing a book can have a positive effect on all areas of your life! Whether you're a new or experienced author, independently or traditionally published, this episode and the book Launch Pad, are for you! Visit Emma's website here: https://emmadhesi.com/ Connect with Emma on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/emmadhesiauthor Purchase Launch Pad: The Countdown to Writing Your Book here. Listen to Episode 4 of Alchemy for Authors – Banishing Imposter Syndrome with Emma Dhesi here. If you're ready to level-up your author career by increasing your royalties, gaining more readers, dropping the struggling artist mindset, and embracing a truly abundant author life, then get in quick and grab Millionaire Author Coach Carissa Andrew's May Abundance Expansion Course Bundle. Carissa is offering her Abundant Author Activation course, Millionaire Author Challenge, and her Abundant Author Alignment course as one amazing bundle for 50% off but only until May 15th, 2023. Get the May Abundance Expansion Course Bundle here. * Please Note: This is an affiliate link. I only recommend courses and products I believe in and have invested in myself. Purchases made through this link support me with a small kickback at no extra charge to you. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader's newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. Check out my latest book, Between: A Gothic Novella, here: https://books2read.com/BetweenAGothicNovella Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
I had the opportunity to speak with my friend, Melissa Drake. She is an author, TEDx speaker, and coach. She considers herself a mystic midwife, who helps others conceive, birth, and grow their creations. In this episode, we talk about her journey to becoming an author and how she coaches others through their process. Melissa can be reached through her website uncorpedinfluence.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wilderness-dawn/support
The Everyday PM: Project Management Principles for Your Everyday Life
Donna Gregorio is a corporate IT project management veteran, published author, college grad school instructor, and well-respected conference speaker. Donna's own journey to excellence has been fueled by a passion for empowering students and experts. Today she manages the PM/BA department in IT and guides her teams through a high-stress, constant change, and fast-paced environment that is now commonplace. Donna shows each audience how to reconnect with tools in addressing challenges, and what matters most, so they can achieve positive results. Having presented in front of classrooms of 20-50 and conference presentations of 50-100+, Donna demonstrates style, grace, and comfort, and is able to explain complex technical issues in an exciting way. She helps organizations disrupt “change as usual” through a practical and repeatable framework, transforming their culture from surviving change to growing through change. Outside of her current role, Donna took a chance on herself by writing and publishing her own book, The Successful Project Manager: Practical Guidance from Lessons Learned, during the pandemic. In this episode, she takes us through the process of writing and publishing her book and why this was her way of leaving her legacy in the project management industry. Enjoyed this conversation? Definitely reach out to Donna to chat more about her professional experiences. Leave your thoughts in the comments section below! --- Follow Our Hosts on LinkedIn: Ann Campea, MSPM, MPH, PMP, CSM | Vice President of Operations, TrueSense Marketing Program/Project management professional with over a decade of experience in product development, physical retail launches, health care, tech, and marketing industries. Donna Gregorio | Author, IT Department Head, Professor, Project Manager, and Business Analyst A veteran of corporate IT project management, published author, college grad school instructor, and well-respected conference speaker. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theeverydaypm/support
It's been a while. Like a week, a month. (Ahem.) Maybe more, since you started writing your book. Or maybe you've done half, and told yourself to set it aside to breathe for a day, and didn't go back to it. Now, writing has become a rare occasion, or a non-event. Well, it's time to lose that guilt and move on! In this episode we're sharing how to return to writing your book after a break. Connect:FB: The Unlocked Creative CommunityW: theunlockedcreative.comIG: @unlocked_creative
Emma Dhesi is my guest this week to talk about Launch Pad: The Countdown to Writing Your Book. It's a collaborative craft book between Emma Dhesi and Grace Sammon to help writers write their best book. Grace and Emma chose 11 other writers to write one chapter each to create this book plus a 10 Countdown PDF for writers to use to put into practice everything in each chapter. I was asked to write about Character Development and you can download here: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/6bpe78uj52Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I'm reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter.Find the transcription for this episode here.
My guest this week is Daniel David Wallace! I'm so excited to have him on. I've been part of his amazing summits as a participant and guest speaker. Every time I listen to him, I learn something new about story and the process of writing. Find out more about Daniel here. His next summit is Perfect Your Process, is coming soon: March 24th to 27th.Find Launch Pad: The Countdown to Writing Your Book www.LaunchPadCountdown.com or www.LaunchPadRadio.com.Want to support the show?Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I'm reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter.
This week, I talk about how to write your book and create a business around it. In particular, I talk about why people never get around to writing a book, why you SHOULD do it, and how to get started. I also talk about three things you need to get started writing your book, how to organize it, how to curate content, eliminating distractions, and ways to promote your book before, during, and after you release it. Finally, I discuss multiple ways that you can leverage your book to build income streams. You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, or you can listen at https://toginet.com/shows/successprofilesradio
It might sound selfish. It might go against everything you've been taught. But the truth is writing your book can't be all about your readers. Any project that requires this level of commitment has to also serve you. In this episode, discover why becoming more self-focused can help you write a better book and write it faster.Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLDavis.com/jumpstart.For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.Ready to write your nonfiction book in a supportive writing community? Join us in Authors Ignited at AuthorsIgnited.com.
We're sharing 3 simple steps to start writing your book, today. That's right, TODAY!Listen in!Connect:FB: The Unlocked Creative CommunityW: theunlockedcreative.comIG: @unlocked_creative
I had a university friend once who needed to borrow my computer. He sat down at it early in the morning, and by the time I got back home that evening, he had no more words in his document than he had when he started hours before. He had spent the entire day writing, editing, deleting, and rewriting, only to have zero progress by the end of the day.On this week's episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I share how you can avoid this kind of disappointment and frustration and actually sit down and write your book in thirty days. Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/
Don't give up on your book! Writing a book is like any other goal that takes more than a few days to accomplish. It's really easy to slowly give up on it. This week, you only write on three of your planned days. Next week, you only write on one day. And before you know it, your goal of writing a book has died a quiet death. That doesn't have to happen to you. Use these 4 strategies to keep writing to the end.Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLDavis.com/jumpstart.For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.Ready to write your nonfiction book in a supportive writing community? Join us in Authors Ignited at AuthorsIgnited.com.
You've done the prep work, you've got the idea, the blank Word document is open... now what?! This week, we're talking about how to actually start writing your book. Want to write your book in 2023? Register for my free training! It's happening Thursday, January 19 at 12pm CT. ----- - Get more writing tips on TikTok and Instagram @thekatiewolf - Work with me: https://www.thekatiewolf.com/writers
What should you do before you actually start writing your book? This episode covers 5 things to do, including decisions to make and what steps to take before you put pen to paper. Want to write your book in 2023? Register for my free training! It's happening Thursday, January 19 at 12pm CT. ----- - Get more writing tips on TikTok and Instagram @thekatiewolf - Work with me: https://www.thekatiewolf.com/writers
As we start a new year, you may have some regret about not finishing (or starting!) your book last year. But you can make this the year you write your book. In this episode, discover my simple 4-step process to get past blocks, doubts, and excuses and finally write your book.Whether you plan to self-publish or you're looking for a traditional book deal, the only way to publish your book is to start writing and keep going to the end. While you may know the mechanics of writing a book, the process in this episode will take you beyond head knowledge to action and results. Listen in and get started writing your book!Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLDavis.com/jumpstart.For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.Ready to write your nonfiction book in a supportive writing community? Join us in Authors Ignited at AuthorsIgnited.com.
In 2022 you realised you wanted to write a book, or make real progress on one you're drafting. But the year has come to an end, and you feel like you didn't make enough progress. Well listen in to get revved up for your biggest writing year ever! Connect:FB: The Unlocked Creative CommunityW: theunlockedcreative.comIG: @unlocked_creative
Go Book Yourself! - Master Writing, Marketing, and Publishing One Byte At A Time.
Before making the decision to publish a book, it is always important to reference back to a checklist to make sure you completed every step and didn't miss any. Hilary addresses from an editor's point of view, what you need to look for when completing the revision and editing process. She shares 10 major points to think about when writing, even throwing in a bonus one. Here are the Top 10 Editing Tips: Prepositions- Pay attention to the writing to see what's proper- learn about them. Tenses- Figure out which one you want to use and stick with it Consistency of Spelling- Train yourself on the versions of a word you're going to use Order of Sentence Clauses- Creating more Creative Energy behind your words Comma usage- Using commas correctly Missing Words- Don't try to put the puzzle together- Take a moment to refresh Improper Synonym- Be cautious that what the thesaurus spits back may not be the proper words you're looking for Redundancies- Stay away from repeating subjects unless needed No Dialogue- Dialogue humanizes us- Use it to your full advantage Cliches- Avoid them like the plague unless you reinvigorate them to fit what you are speaking about Connect With Hilary: Book LinkedIn Website Got questions or ready to work on your book? Reach out to your host Hilary Jastram for guidance here →Let's Connect! You've already lived what you've experienced. It's time to write it to life! See you on the next episode! Support Write Effing Now by Becoming a Donor. Subscribe to Write Effing Now on your favorite podcast platform: Apple | Spotify | Google Podcasts | PocketCasts | Breaker | RadioPublic
Should you write about your life, a self-help book, or something else? When you want to write but don't know where to start, you need to make a decision to kick-start your writing momentum. In this episode we're sharing the 3 steps you can take today to decide so you can start writing your book. Connect:FB: The Unlocked Creative CommunityW: theunlockedcreative.comIG: @unlocked_creative
Join me as I share with you the story of three fantastic new authors, Jeff Savage, Joseph Roberts, and Denise Castille, who discuss their books, the inspiration behind them, and the power of sharing your message with the world.