Self Publishing School : Learn How To Write A Book And Grow Your Business

This is an editing masterclass! ...especially if you're writing fiction. Today I'm joined by Kristina Stanley, the author of multiple books and the Founder/CEO of Fictionary. In this interview, we talk about: -The different types of editing - what are they and what is “Story editing”?-The Secrets To Editing Success-The Story Test - how to use it to improve your writing-What lives with the editor and what lives with the author in the editing process?-How to figure out what kind of editing you needWe also talk about: -Mindset tips for authors navigating the editing process (how to keep from losing your mind and getting demoralized in the process)-The difference between editing fiction and nonfiction-What type of editor should you hire? And how do you find them?-What is Fictionary and how can it help with your fiction novel?If you want to learn more about the editing process, don't miss this interview! So informative. Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-co

Steve Chou is the host of the My Wife Quit Her Job podcast and the author of The Family First Entrepreneur. Today he joins the podcast to show us the behind the scenes of the launch of his first book. In this interview, we talk about:-Why Steve chose the traditional publishing route and how he negotiated a deal with Harper Collins-Why books are harder to sell than ecommerce products, live event tickets, etc-The 3 month pre-order process: exactly what Steve did to move books ahead of the launchSteve’s experience selling his book on a webinar (did it work?)We also cover:-How to build a sense of urgency with your book and why it matters-What Steve learned selling ecommerce products that is helping him market his book-How to bulk sell copies of your book (and how Steve did it)-How Steve’s preparing for book launch week & what he’s focusing onIf you want to quit your job, get into the ecommerce space, or start putting your family first...you don't want to miss this episode!Watch the free training: https:/

Today's guest has a really interesting experience publishing both a recipe book and a traditional nonfiction book. Jadah Sellner is the author of She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life. She's also the host of the Lead With Love podcast. In this interview, we talk about: -How to monetize & grow your business using a recipe book or cookbook-The difference between writing a recipe book and a nonfiction book-The Anti-Hustle guide to writing and publishing a book successfully-Solo writing retreats in a hotel? How Jadah used this to meet her rough draft deadline-The difference in marketing a cookbook & a nonfiction bookWe also talk about:-How Jadah launched her new book “She Builds”-3 P’s of Jadah’s live 2 hour in person event strategy to sell books-How Jadah generated $30k in one month getting clients from the book-Using L.O.V.E. and F.E.A.R. in your business...what does it mean and how do you do it? This was such a fun episode! If you're a female autho

Today I'm joined by Chad Aleo...a Publishing Consultant at selfpublishing and the author of "The Book On High Ticket Sales". Over the past 5 years, Chad has had 5,000+ conversations with aspiring authors and brought in $10M+ in sales. In this interview, we talk about:-The 3 buckets that keep people from getting started with their book-“We live in a procrasti-nation” - how to overcome procrastination with your book-The common traits of the most successful authors Chad’s talked with-What our LEAST successful authors have in common…the things you need to avoidWe also talk about:-The difference between women & men deciding to write a book (controversial, but true in our experience)-The biggest takeaway from 5,000+ Publishing Consultation calls with aspiring authors (and how it applies to you)-How Chad wrote the rough draft of his book in 2 months-How to deal with rejection & negative feedback around your book-The common misconceptions around sales (and what to do instead) So much in the tre

Calling all busy moms & business owners who want to write a book! Have you ever felt like it's impossible with everything you have going on? Today I'm joined by January Donovan, the founder of The Woman School and the author of Redefine Success For Women. In this interview we talk about:-Why January decided to write a book while raising 8 kids and running a 7 figure business (is she crazy?!)-Advice for busy moms who want to write a book -How January wrote her book in a month by planning everything out in 2 hours with her family, business, etc-How to use a book to launch your course and your course to create a book-How to launch your book successfully as a mom or business owner-How January used her book to start a book tour and grow her business-The most valuable part of working with us in our Author Advantage Accelerator programIf you're a mom and/or business owner thinking about or working on a book...you don't want to miss this episode!Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.

I want to ship you a copy of our limited edition 90 Day Author Success Planner. We've discontinued this and there's only a handful left in stock, and I want to ship it to you if you do these 3 simple things as a birthday gift to me.Snatch your free copy here: https://selfpublishing.com/birthdayHere 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

This might be the best episode we've ever had on how to sell books long term. I'm joined by Nate Hambrick...Publishing Consultant at selfpublishing.com and author of the book Crush Your Kryptonite. In this interview we go deep on what actually sells books long term, including: -Testing cover samples with 600+ people…why Nate did it and what he learned-The “Billy Ray Cirus” Launch…and why you want to avoid it like the plague-The 2 principles of Nate’s 90 day book sales plan-Breaking down your review goals - the 15 reviews per week strategy and how Nate got 440+ reviews on his bookWe also cover:-The 3 places to get more reviews for your book-The difference between book promo sites and book ads…the types of ads and what you should do to sell more books-The biggest thing that keeps people from writing their book (and how to get out of indecision)This episode was a masterclass in book marketing! Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https:/

We have exciting news to share about the upcoming "Author Advantage Live" event! Get ready for a remarkable experience as we reveal the impressive lineup of speakers who will grace the stage. This event is a must-attend for aspiring authors and book enthusiasts. With accomplished authors, industry leaders, and literary influencers taking the stage, you'll have the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, inspiration, and networking connections. Act fast because ticket prices for this event will be increasing soon! Secure your spot now and take advantage of early bird pricing. Don't miss out on this exceptional chance to immerse yourself in the world of literature and uncover the secrets to author success. Stay tuned for more updates and prepare for an incredible journey at "Author Advantage Live"!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

Today I'm joined by Amy Porterfield...author of "Two Weeks Notice" and the host of the Online Marketing Made Easy podcast. Wow, what an interview! We talk about:-The core principles of the Two Weeks Notice and how they apply to authors who want to start a business-The difference between co-authoring a “For Dummies” book and launching your own book-The strategies Amy used to hit the New York Times bestseller list-The question all authors need to ask to maximize the launch of their bookWe also talked about using a book to generate $1M+ in sales for your business during launch week, including:-How Amy used digital courses to sell copies of the book-The 4 Phases of Amy's book launch...what are they and how did they work? (this was mind blowing)-How Amy sold 2,000+ books the day before her launch with a free masterclass-How Amy got 350+ reviews in less than 2 months and 100+ reviews right away-What you have to look forward to with Amy’s talk at Author Advantage LiveThis was an incredible episod

Today I'm joined by Michael Lachance...author of "Land Your Dream Job" and the Author Success Manager at selfpublishing.com. In this interview, we talk about: -A book as a $15 mentor and why Michael decided to write a book-Why & how to identify your ideal avatar with your book-Why your book isn’t for everyone and how to narrow the scope of who you’re writing for-How to dial in Amazon ads for your bookWe also talk about Michael's advice coaching 1,000's of our authors through the process:-The #1 challenge Michael sees our authors face (from 2,800+ calls 1-1 with our authors)-The 2 groups of people & how they show up when starting to write their book-The commonalities of our most successful authors that you can emulate-The one question to keep asking throughout the process that will help you be more successful with your bookIf you're looking for real world book writing advice from in the trenches...you don't want to miss this episode. P.S. Want to see Michael speak at

Join me as I speak with Andrew Biernat, a renowned Author Success Coach at selfpublishing.com. In this exclusive interview, we discuss the most important steps you need to take to build a strong personal brand and grow your online presence.Andrew shares his expertise on:Turning your experience into a bestselling bookThe importance of relaunching your book and the 5 types of relaunches to choose fromKey lessons and tips to help you relaunch your book successfullyOvercoming the #1 challenge authors face when working on their bookCommon traits of successful authors and tips to help you prepare for your first coaching callLessons learned from 100s of coaching calls with our authors and how that can help with your bookThis interview is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their personal brand and authorship. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from Andrew and take your book to the next level.P.S. Want to receive personalized coaching from Andrew for your book? Schedule a call with our team toda

Get ready for an exciting and informative interview with Tiffany Aliche, also known as The Budgetnista, Netflix Documentary Host, and author of "Get Good With Money". In this podcast episode, we delve into Tiffany's book marketing strategies that helped her sell 230,000 copies of her book in just 2 years.During the interview, Tiffany shares her insights on:How her experience as a school teacher helped her write her first book, and tips for other educators looking to publish a bookThe tactics she used to make a massive jump from selling only a few hundred copies to selling over 200,000 copies of her bookThe accidental strategy that resulted in $10,000 in sales in the first month from her blog and challengeHow she earned thousands of positive reviews for her book and achieved a 4.9 average ratingThe lessons she learned from self-publishing 6 books and traditionally publishing 1, and what she plans to do nextHow she landed a Netflix documentary, and the role her book played in making it happenCrea

Sure, here's a rewritten version with SEO in mind, focusing on the keyword "how to become an author":Join me as I chat with Michael Hyatt, the author of "Mind Your Mindset", as he shares valuable tips on how to become an author and overcome common writing obstacles.In this interview, Michael discusses:Overcoming negative self-talk and false stories that hinder the writing process3 steps for improving your thinking and mindsetIdentifying and training your inner "Narrator" for optimal writing successStrategies for overcoming procrastination and self-doubt in your writing journeyTips for navigating negative self-talk during the editing processHow Michael hit the New York Times list for 40 weeks and sold hundreds of thousands of copies of his book by training his "Narrator"The importance of having a coach to help you train your inner "Narrator"If you're an aspiring author who's struggling with self-doubt or negative thoughts during the writing proce

Join Alan Stein, a renowned coach to NBA stars such as Kobe Bryant, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant, as we discuss how to become a successful speaker. Discover the secrets of high performance from the best of the best in the NBA, and learn from Alan's funny story with a 15-year-old Kevin Durant. In addition, we'll delve into the three critical differences between average performers and elite performers, and what it takes to work with a professional writer.But that's not all - if you're looking to get into the speaking game, you'll want to stick around to hear Alan's expert advice on how to land your first corporate speaking gigs and grow your speaking business by leveraging a book. Find out why sending books to decision-makers is a powerful tactic and how it can help you book more keynote speeches.Whether you're an NBA fan or an aspiring speaker, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Tune in now to learn how to become a successful speaker!Watch th

Join me as I interview U.S. Army Major General Mari K Eder, author of "The Girls Who Stepped Out Of Line" and other military books. Discover how Mari self-published her first two books and transitioned from writing articles to writing books. Learn how to write better military nonfiction and historical fiction through Mari's experience working in the military. Find out what TTP is and how to avoid giving away military secrets in your book. Get inspired as Mari shares how she wrote her book in just two months and provides advice for others in the military who want to write a book. If you're a military professional interested in publishing a book, this episode is a must-listen!Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule 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

Join me as I talk to Carrie Green, the founder of the Female Entrepreneur Association and author of "She Means Business", about how to write a business book. In this episode, we discuss some interesting topics including how Carrie got her publishing deal, how to gain the confidence and clarity to get your draft done, and how to write a book that resonates with readers. We also delve into how to get more reviews for your book, the power of a TEDx talk, and how to use your book to grow your business or association.If you're a female entrepreneur or author looking to write a business book, you won't want to miss this episode! Carrie shares some great insights that will help you take your book from idea to published reality. Tune in now!Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule 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 trainin

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 wayThe importance of finding your writing process, whether you're a plotter or a pantserWhat media tie-in books are, and how to get involved in this type of writingTips for new and experienced writers, and what commonalities Tim has found in his best-selling booksThe most critical aspect of marketing your fiction workIf 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.Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links

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!Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule 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

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/.Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call wi

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 journeyComparing 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 authorBookTok- What it is and how you can use TikTok to sell your bookInsights on how to create viral videos on TikTokThe Toyota Camry approach for your book - why it may be better than a Lamborghini LaunchIf you're looking for inspiration or want to learn how to self-publish your book, don't miss this episode with Gabrielle Stone!Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedul