

Bound & Determined
Richelle Fredson
An Intimate and Unfiltered Conversation on Books, Brands and Business. Each week Richelle dives into an unabashedly truthful conversation with authors, publishers and thought leaders to reveal a behind-the-scenes look at the business of books and what it means to be an author today.
Episodes
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Oct 10, 2022 • 50min
69. Creating Conversation and Engagement Online GUEST: Natalie Thomas
Building a community online isn't easy. It takes time. And sometimes it takes a while to find your footing...deciding how much to show up...how much to share...finding your lane. In this episode Richelle sits down with Natalie Thomas, media and entertainment veteran and blogger to discuss how she built her strong and engaged community.

Oct 3, 2022 • 10min
68. Creating a Content Arc for Your Book Outline
You've heard Richelle talk about the power of her framework for creating book proposals (shout out to the Book Proposal Blueprint Course--get on the waitlist for next round!), but did you know that we can actually structure the content of our book with a bit of a system? For those of you in the midst of organizing your outline (or desperately seeking some organization) this week's Bound + Determined episode is for you.

Sep 19, 2022 • 12min
67. What's Happening While You Wait: Looking Inside the Publisher During Submissions
When we're left in the waiting--our uncertainty grows. Our stories kick in. Once an agent has submitted your proposal to a publisher--what the heck is happening during those weeks you're waiting for a response? On this episode, Richelle breaks down the internal publisher protocol and how your work is being assessed.

Sep 12, 2022 • 47min
66. Processing Rejection and Becoming Empowered Again GUEST: Kristen Boice MA LMFT
Rejection is an inevitable part of the creative process. Actually, it's an inevitable part of LIFE! Knowing how to process rejection so we can keep moving toward our goals is essential. Join Richelle and therapist Kristen Boice as they uncover the new science on rejection and the tools to move you through it.

Sep 5, 2022 • 17min
65. Anatomy of a Subtitle
Creating a powerful subtitle is a bit of an art and a science. In this episode, Richelle walks you through what to consider when creating a stand-out subtitle that will attract the right readers to your book. She'll also take you through a few examples in real-time so you can see all the components at play.

Aug 29, 2022 • 45min
64. Making the Publishing Journey Worth the Wait GUEST: Karla Salinari
Karla Salinari is a Certified Holistic Health Coach who specializes in the plant-based lifestyle. She inspires others to reconnect with their favorite cultural dishes in a healthier way and her upcoming book, Abuela's Plant Based Kitchen will be released in April 2023. Together Richelle and Karla discuss the publishing journey and how to make the entire process worth the wait.

Aug 22, 2022 • 52min
63. Strengthening Your Writer's Muscle GUEST: Upasna Gautam
Upasna Gautam is a Product Manager on the Digital News Platforms & Services team at CNN, where she works to optimize the content management technology that delivers breaking news to the world. She's also working on her first book blending together her love for tech, mindfulness, systems and success. In this impactful episode of Bound and Determined Richelle and Upasna discuss how authors can strengthen their writer's muscle.

Aug 15, 2022 • 12min
62. How to Share Your Stories in a Book
The journey to authorship can be full of many challenges and one of those is finding the right way to share your story in written form. In this episode of Bound and Determined Richelle Fredson breaks down her essential tips for any author to explore how to share their stories in a book. Get ready to take some notes because these tips will take your writing to the next level.

Aug 8, 2022 • 22min
61. Getting Started on Launching Your Platform
Get ready for direct advice from Richelle Fredson about how to get started on launching your platform. In this impactful episode of Bound and Determined Richelle will share her tips on creating a successful platform that will promote your upcoming book and brand. With over 20 years of experience, Richelle's suggestions will be sure to change your game!

Aug 1, 2022 • 43min
60. The Learning is in the Journey GUESTS: Vasavi Kumar and Graci Harkema
On this episode of Bound and Determined Richelle is joined by not one but two of her former clients. Graci Harkema and Vasavi Kumar. Graci is a multi-award winning, international diversity, equity & inclusion speaker and consultant. Vasavi Kumar a licensed therapist, mindset coach and business strategist has helped thousands of women overcome major life obstacles to create new heights of success. Together, both women share their current publishing journeys together and the impactful lessons they have learned.


