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Building a Writing Career and Completing the Long-Awaited Johnny Carson Biography | Mike Thomas
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I can say in all honesty that today is a momentous occasion here on the podcast!
Why do I say that? Because today is the culmination of a nearly 20-year journey to hold a very special book in my hands. It’s titled,...
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How to Shine as a Writer After 50 | Laura Venecia Rodriguez
You probably didn’t know this, but I recently turned 50—on July 26, to be exact. And while I don’t feel 50 in my mind, in my body I’m definitely starting to feel it a bit!
50 is an interesting age: a watershed moment...
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Getting Started as a Writer on Reedsy | Alice Sullivan
One of the most common questions people ask me about ghostwriting is, “Where do I get clients?” It’s a natural question, of course, because all writers who are doing client work would probably like to increase their...
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Grow Your Business By Borrowing Other People's Audiences | Bryan Harris
No matter what your product or service, and no matter what type of books you write and publish, you need to grow your audience.
Why? Because ultimately, your business depends on people and their willingness to buy...
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Discipline: What It Really Takes to Build a 7-Figure Business | Ali Hemyari
Many writers who want to grow their business spend their time focusing on the craft of writing. They go to conferences, read books, listen to podcasts, and take courses on how to be a better writer.
Which is all well...
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Pursuing Resilience and Mental Health as a Writer | Chris Morris
The way I look at it, there are two forces at work to growing a sustainable writing business, or any business for that matter.
 There are external elements that people see: the websites, the blog, the books, the...
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5 Ways to Improve Your Book Design | Kaycee Parker
So you’ve finished writing that book that’s been on your heart and mind for a long time. You’ve put a lot of time, planning, and energy into crafting the best book possible. You’ve considered your business goals and...
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Build a Successful Membership with Your Knowledge & Skills | Liz Wilcox
As you’re well aware, there are basically two sides to being a writer. There’s the creative side, which allows us to tell stories and communicate in a way that connects. Then there is the business side, which allows...
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Growing Your Money Mindset and Monetizing Your Book | Honorée Corder
I’m honored today to bring you a conversation with Honorée Corder, who is my Yoda, Gandalf, and Dumbledore all rolled into one. She’s my mentor and business coach, and it would be an understatement to say she’s had a...
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The Entrepreneurial Journey of a Full-Time Writer | Ghostwriter Barbara Richter
On many of our Profitable Writer episodes, I bring on a guest who has expertise on a certain topic. They come on the show to help us figure out how to solve a specific problem or give guidance or help us improve in...
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Getting Your Book into Bookstores & Libraries | Susan Neal
Even though Amazon has been all the rage for book-buyers for much of the last twenty years, did you know there are many other outlets where readers can find your books?
Well … of course you did! You’re not just a...
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What Writers Can Learn from a Rockstar Real Estate Agent About Creativity, Networking, and Business | Anastasia Forrest
I’m a big fan of learning from other industries and professionals. It’s very easy as a writer to spend all your time around other people who only think about books and publishing. Yet it’s important to remember that...
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