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

Chandler Bolt, Founder of selfpublishing.com
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Jul 19, 2023 • 45min

SPS 219: Selling 1M+ Copies Of Multiple Books & Getting Your Book In Airports with Jay Papasan

Prepare to be captivated as we delve into the world of successful publishing with our esteemed guest, Jay Papasan, the VP of strategic content for Keller Williams Realty International. Jay reveals the power of books as an influential tool in reaching out to a vast audience. He takes us through his publishing journey at Harper Collins and shares the story behind the tremendous success of his books co-authored with Gary Keller. You'll be intrigued by the story behind 'The Millionaire Real Estate Agent' and 'The One Thing'.In our second segment, we chat with the self-made man, Todd Satterston, who has successfully sold over 100,000 copies of 'The Millionaire Real Estate Agent'. Todd gives us a peek into his journey in self-publishing, the process of selling book rights, and the resources that large publishers bring to the table. We traverse through his experiences with the New York Times bestsellers list and his association with McGraw Hill. Todd's insights on the intricate differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing are sure to give a new perspective to aspiring authors.Lastly, we dissect the marketing success behind 'The One Thing', co-authored by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan. We delve into their unique strategies, which range from PR and publicity efforts to using their network and conducting events. Our conversation also branches out to the use of a robust email list for book promotion, and Jay's advice for book clubs and readers. Get ready to be inspired and learn invaluable lessons about the publishing world in this enlightening episode.Need help mapping out your first book? Download your 1-Page Book Launch PlanThousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources:Nonfiction Book Outline TemplateFiction Book Outline TemplateFollow selfpublishing.comYoutube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler BoltYouTube...
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Jul 12, 2023 • 43min

SPS 218: Portable Stories, Great Case Studies, And Writing Books People Share with Joey Coleman

Such a fun episode! You may remember Joey Coleman from Episode 54. He's entertaining, engaging, and he's written one of the best books I've ever read (listen to the episode to find out which one). In this episode we talk about: -What Joey learned from his wife who’s an editor and ghostwriter (and the tough feedback she gave on his new book)-“The Portable Story” concept from Clay Hebert that will help you write a book that people share with others-How to tell great stories and teach better through case studies in your book-The point of a great story / case study in your book (this was eye opening)We also talk about: -The 3 types of books (according to Joey)-The things Joey does to keep selling copies of his book long after his launch date (the secret to a perennial bestseller) -The most interesting piece of advice Joey got from Ryan Holiday during lunch on his launch day-A joint book launch party?! Should you do it with another author and what Joey learnedThis was another fun conversation with Joey. Don't miss this. Check out his new book Never Lose An Employee Again. Need help mapping out your first book? Download your 1-Page Book Launch PlanThousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources:Nonfiction Book Outline TemplateFiction Book Outline TemplateFollow selfpublishing.comYoutube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler BoltYouTube...
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Jul 5, 2023 • 35min

SPS 217: Mastering the Art of Writing & Selling Books with Bestselling Author, Dr Shefali

We've got a treat in store for you! Join us as we delve into the world of best-selling author, Dr Shefali Tsabari, in a conversation that is as enlightening as it is inspiring. This celebrated author of four books, including three New York Times bestsellers, opens up about the bumps and triumphs in her writing journey, laying bare the struggles she faced while launching her first book, The Conscious Parent, and how her unwavering belief in its message catapulted it to success. Brace yourselves to learn from the best as Dr Shefali unravels her strategies for book launches, building a community of followers, and engaging with them. Discover how she's managed to get her profound messages translated into multiple languages, amassing a global readership. Dreaming of hitting a thousand reviews on Amazon? Dr Shafali did that, and she shares her experiences and tactics in achieving what many authors can only dream of. In the final stretch of our conversation, we dive into the business side of books. Selling your work is as much about selling yourself, and Dr Shefali discusses ways to land celebrity endorsements, the importance of authenticity, and how she markets her new book, The Parenting Map. Alongside, she shares the significance of feedback and how she uses it to understand her readers better. Don’t miss out on this fascinating talk with Dr Shafali Sabari and get ready to revolutionize your writing journey!Need help mapping out your first book? Download your 1-Page Book Launch PlanThousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources:Nonfiction Book Outline TemplateFiction Book Outline TemplateFollow selfpublishing.comYoutube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler BoltYouTube...
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Jun 28, 2023 • 35min

SPS 216: Growing Your Marketing Agency Using A Book with Erik Huberman

Should you use a book to grow your agency or service based business? Today I'm joined by Erik Huberman...author of The Hawke Method and CEO of Hawke Media. We talk about writing a book that grows your business and a whole lot more: -Why Erik decided to write a book as a marketing agency owner-How Erik spoke the draft of his book in about 10 hours (behind the scenes of the process)-The actual value of a book for an agency owner (it’s not what you think)-The 3 Principles of Marketing in the Hawke Method…and how to use it to sell more books-How Erik sold 30,000 copies of his book in less than a year-How Erik got into airport bookstoresWe also talk about the business side of books: -Why Erik named his book the same as his business (and should you do it?)-How Erik got PR for his book and how he gets ongoing PR for his businessIf you're an agency owner, marketer, or service based business owner...you don't want to miss this episode!Need help mapping out your first book? Download your 1-Page Book Launch PlanThousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources:Nonfiction Book Outline TemplateFiction Book Outline TemplateFollow selfpublishing.comYoutube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler BoltYouTube...
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Jun 21, 2023 • 33min

SPS 215: The Secrets To Editing Success, Fictionary, And Making Your Story Unforgettable with Kristina Stanley

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. Need help mapping out your first book? Download your 1-Page Book Launch PlanThousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources:Nonfiction Book Outline TemplateFiction Book Outline TemplateFollow selfpublishing.comYoutube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler BoltYouTube...
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Jun 14, 2023 • 39min

SPS 214: The Pursuit Of The Wall Street Journal Bestseller List…Exactly What It Takes with Steve Chou

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!Need help mapping out your first book? Download your 1-Page Book Launch PlanThousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources:Nonfiction Book Outline TemplateFiction Book Outline TemplateFollow selfpublishing.comYoutube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler BoltYouTube...
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Jun 7, 2023 • 39min

SPS 213: She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide To Book Marketing & 1M+ Copies Sold with Jadah Sellner

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 author or founder you definitely don't want to miss it. Need help mapping out your first book? Download your 1-Page Book Launch PlanThousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources:Nonfiction Book Outline TemplateFiction Book Outline TemplateFollow selfpublishing.comYoutube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler BoltYouTube...
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May 31, 2023 • 36min

SPS 212: Lessons Learned From 5,000+ Calls With Aspiring Authors with Chad Aleo (The Book On High Ticket Sales)

Chad Aleo, a publishing consultant and author of The Book on High-Ticket Sales, shares insights from over 5,000 consultations with aspiring authors. He identifies key barriers like mindset and procrastination, revealing strategies to overcome them. Chad explores gender differences in author confidence and traits of successful writers, emphasizing the importance of support and consistent writing. He also discusses practical sales principles for authors and reflects on his own journey of overcoming hesitation to publish.
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May 24, 2023 • 38min

SPS 211: Writing A Book While Raising 8 Kids & Running A 7 Figure Business with January Donavan

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!Need help mapping out your first book? Download your 1-Page Book Launch PlanThousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources:Nonfiction Book Outline TemplateFiction Book Outline TemplateFollow selfpublishing.comYoutube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler BoltYouTube...
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May 19, 2023 • 2min

It's my birthday, but guess who's getting a gift? That's right, it's YOU! Visit selfpublishing.com/birthday to grab it

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/birthdayNeed help mapping out your first book? Download your 1-Page Book Launch PlanThousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources:Nonfiction Book Outline TemplateFiction Book Outline TemplateFollow selfpublishing.comYoutube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler BoltYouTube...

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