Don't Write That Book

In this episode of Don’t Write That Book, Mike and AJ continue to discuss launch strategies with a focus this episode on post-launch. You’ll learn about the reading slump, how to track sales from available sources, and why authors should connect with other authors to keep their books alive. Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app.   Books/Resources Mentioned: Atomic Habits, by James Clear: https://a.co/d/ivufoOl Miracle Morning, by Hal Elrod: https://a.co/d/74r4xtN E-Myth, by Michael E. Gerber: https://a.co/d/2nxvstQ Giftology, by John Ruhlin: https://a.co/d/ben9bCe Blowback, by Miles Taylor: https://a.co/d/gNhUgUL The Long Game, by Dorie Clark: https://a.co/d/h4dcevB Connect with AJ & Mike: AJ Harper: https://ajharper.com Write A Must-Read: https://a.co/d/4H0xQ7G Free resources: https://writeamustread.com Socials: FB: https://www.facebook.com/AJHarperAuthors LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjanetteharper/ Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://mikemichalowicz.com/books/ Socials:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/

In this episode of Don’t Write That Book, Mike and AJ continue to discuss the book launch process, with a focus on the week leading up to, the week of, and the week just after a book is released to the public, and everything an author should know. Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app. Books/Resources Mentioned: Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://a.co/d/ivufoOl The Long Game by Dorie Clark: https://a.co/d/h4dcevB Tough, by Laura Belgray: https://a.co/d/gu6CF26 BookPal.com Porchlight TCK Publishing Calculator: https://www.tckpublishing.com/amazon-book-sales-calculator/ Connect with AJ & Mike: AJ Harper: https://ajharper.com Write A Must-Read: https://a.co/d/4H0xQ7G Free resources: https://writeamustread.com Socials: FB: https://www.facebook.com/AJHarperAuthors LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjanetteharper/   Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://mikemichalowicz.com/books/ Socials:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/

In this episode of Don’t Write That Book, Mike and AJ share hacks and ideas they’ve developed over the years for a successful book launch. Not only will you hear one of the craziest stories from Mike yet, but you’ll learn how to create a plan for your own book launch, what’s crucial for it to be a success, and everything in between. Be sure to visit  https://dwtbpodcast.com  for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app.   Books/Resources Mentioned: E-Myth, by Michael E. Gerber:  https://a.co/d/5JLnTXh Never Lose a Customer, by Joey Coleman:  https://a.co/d/dRlzfHG Never Lose an Employee, by Joey Coleman: https://a.co/d/fsH8pbg The Coaching Habit, by Michael Bungay Stanier: https://a.co/d/gPxfNhp The Mirrored Door, by Ellen Taaffe: https://a.co/d/isXMc4U https://Kindlepreneur.com   Connect with AJ & Mike: AJ Harper: https://ajharper.com Write A Must-Read: https://a.co/d/4H0xQ7G Free resources: https://writeamustread.com Socials: FB: https://www.facebook.com/AJHarperAuthors LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjanetteharper/ Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://mikemichalowicz.com/books/ Socials:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/

In this episode of Don’t Write That Book, AJ and Mike will tell you everything you need to know about hybrid publishing, from how to vet the right publisher, what the real costs are, and how to flag an imposter. You’ll also learn about timeline expectations for publishing as well as the real scoop on royalties. Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe, and leave a review on your podcast app. Books/Resources Mentioned: IBPA Hybrid Publishing Standards: https://www.ibpa-online.org/page/hybridpublisher Page Two: https://pagetwo.com Wonderwell: https://wonderwell.press She Write Press: https://shewritespress.com IdeaPress Publishing: https://ideapresspublishing.com Exactly What to Say, Phil Jones: https://a.co/d/6a2lNf6 The Coaching Habit, Michael Bungay Stanier: https://a.co/d/e9zb2Tv Connect with AJ & Mike: AJ Harper: https://ajharper.com Write A Must-Read: https://a.co/d/4H0xQ7G Free resources: https://writeamustread.com Socials: FB: https://www.facebook.com/AJHarperAuthors LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjanetteharper/ Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://mikemichalowicz.com/books/ Socials:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/

In this episode of Don’t Write That Book, AJ and Mike pull back the curtain on self-publishing, sharing all the pros and cons, how to determine if that’s the right path for you, and what team you’ll need to build to publish like a pro. They’ll also share what crucial steps most authors skip and how those shortcuts hurt your book in the end. You’ll learn the key steps to ensuring your self-published book stands out in all the right ways, like a publishing pro. Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe, and leave a review on your podcast app. Books/Resources Mentioned: Bowker: https://www.bowker.com/isbn-us Ingram Spark:  https://IngramSpark.com Smashwords: https://smashwords.com Draft2Digital: https://draft2digital.com ACX: https://acx.com Connect with AJ & Mike: AJ Harper: https://ajharper.com Write A Must-Read: https://a.co/d/4H0xQ7G Free resources: https://writeamustread.com Socials: FB: https://www.facebook.com/AJHarperAuthors LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjanetteharper/ Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://mikemichalowicz.com/books/ Socials:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/

In this episode of Don’t Write That Book, Mike and AJ walk you through the pros and cons of working with a traditional publisher and answer the big questions: can you get a traditional deal, and if you do, can you make money? What’s the timeline? Do you need an agent to get a deal? Will you lose control over your intellectual property? Our hosts also go over some red flags to help you determine if a publisher is legit—and a good fit. Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe, and leave a review on your podcast app.   Books/Resources Mentioned: Moneyball, by Michael Lewis: https://a.co/d/deRHAOJ The Personal MBA, by Josh Kaufman: https://a.co/d/cyWAh4E The Privileged Poor, by Anthony Jack: https://a.co/d/c4cuaYV BenBella Books: https://benbellabooks.com/ Writer Beware: https://writerbeware.blog/ Good e-Reader: https://goodereader.com/blog/ Query Tracker: https://querytracker.net/ Jane Friedman: https://JaneFriedman.com Publisher’s Marketplace: https://www.publishersmarketplace.com/    Connect with AJ & Mike: AJ Harper: https://ajharper.com Write A Must-Read: https://a.co/d/4H0xQ7G Free resources: https://writeamustread.com Socials: FB: https://www.facebook.com/AJHarperAuthors LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjanetteharper/   Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://mikemichalowicz.com/books/ Socials:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/

In this episode of Don’t Write That Book, Mike and AJ will tell you everything you need to know about the three primary publishing paths and how to decide which is right for you. With all the misinformation and disinformation from all corners of the publishing industry, it’s important for authors to learn enough to make decisions based on their own needs and to advocate for themselves and their goals. AJ and Mike bust a whole lot of myths in this episode and give you the straight talk you need to chart your own course. Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe, and leave a review on your podcast app.   Books/Resources Mentioned: The 4-Hour Work Week, Timothy Ferriss: https://a.co/d/9TKZj4J Start With Why, Simon Sinek: https://a.co/d/7fVZhPe Ingram: https://www.ingramspark.com/ Bowker/ISBNs: https://www.bowker.com/isbn-us Publisher’s Marketplace: https://www.publishersmarketplace.com/ Page Two: https//PageTwo.com Inspired Girl: https://inspiredgirlbooks.com   Connect with AJ & Mike: AJ Harper: https://ajharper.com Write A Must-Read: https://a.co/d/4H0xQ7G Free resources: https://writeamustread.com Socials: FB: https://www.facebook.com/AJHarperAuthors LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjanetteharper/   Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://mikemichalowicz.com/books/ Socials:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/

The hosts discuss the idea of releasing a second edition of a book and express their dislike for certain individuals in the industry. They explore the power of negative feelings as fuel and the importance of integrity in building a community. They also delve into the process and benefits of creating second editions of books, including when to publish one and how to go about it. Additionally, they talk about collecting and responding to reader feedback, including the impact of negative reviews.

The hosts discuss the importance of book titles, the concept of a 'square squad', and examples of successful titles. They explore the significance of unique labels, combining solutions and promises, and transcending obvious titles. Factors in title selection, challenges in finding the perfect title, and the impact of book titles on success are also discussed.

In this episode of Don’t Write That Book, Mike and AJ give a detailed breakdown of the editing process for a nonfiction book. Editing is more than fixing errors—there are bigger issues to solve before you get to the “polish” stage. Does your book work for your readers? Does it meet readers where they are? Is your book organized in a way that makes sense to them? Can they do all the things you’re asking them to do? Also in this episode, AJ talks about the importance of self-editing and how to endear yourself to your future editors. Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app.   Books/Resources Mentioned: On Writing, Stephen King: https://a.co/d/hYTMnA6 On Writing Well, William Zinsser: https://a.co/d/04sdUOr In Search of You, Kasey Compton: https://a.co/d/1tK7DSq Embrace the Power of You, Tricia Montalvo Timm: https://a.co/d/di2yWV5 I Love It Here: How Great Leaders Create Organizations Their People Never Want to Leave, Clint Pulver: https://a.co/d/gOlMlN8 Pre-submission Checklist (Editing Tool): https://writeamustread.com/tools   Connect with AJ & Mike: AJ Harper: https://ajharper.com Write A Must-Read: https://a.co/d/4H0xQ7G Free resources_:_ https://writeamustread.com/tools Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://mikemichalowicz.com/books/ Socials:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/