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The Author’s Voice, Candy, Colleen, and Peter, talk with each other and guests about how writers can take their book from Blank Page to Bestseller. From published authors to industry professionals and everyone in between, Blank Page to Bestseller sheds light on the many facets of the publishing industry.
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Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
This week's episode is all about editing! We start the episode off with our discussion on the types of editing a book will undergo in the publishing process. From developmental editing to copyediting and more, we talk about the differences between each type of editing and why so many people can confuse them.
Then, the discussion on editing continues as Peter talks with our guest for this weeks she, Sue Toth who is both a developmental editor and a book coach. We talk about why an author would need different editing processes and why an editor and a book coach are not the same thing! Thanks to Sue for this great interview!
Timestamps
Biz Buzz: Types of Editing (2:31)
Guest Interview: Sue Toth (37:53)
Guest Links
Sue Toth: Website - Facebook - Instagram
Show Links
Self-Editing discussion - Writing advice and how a dog can tell a story
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Tuesday Nov 05, 2024
Tuesday Nov 05, 2024
A few months ago, a controversy involving a statement made by a NaNoWriMo official sparked a controversy surrounding the use of AI. While the initial response and outcry from the statement was briefly covered, we wanted to check in on what has happened since. We talk about the history behind NaNoWriMo, what the organization is, where the controversy started, what writers/authors were concerned about, and the organization's response.
Peter talks through a statement released by NaNoWriMo and used an article from Wired for background on the topic. Both of those are linked down below. Be sure to read them both for more in-depth information.
Articles/Statements
Timestamps
Biz Buzz: AI and NaNoWriMo Update (3:31)
Show Links
Previous AI discussions - Can I, or Should I, Use AI as an Author
Last year's NaNoWriMo discussion - Welcome to NaNoWriMo
The Author's Voice Links
The Blank Page to Bestseller Course - ON SALE NOW - Use code "BLANK" at checkout for $700 in savings!
NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros
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Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org
Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
We are excited to begin our second 50 episode run this week with a special guest, Kathleen Gage!
Colleen and Kathleen have a wonderful conversation in this week's episode talking about many great topics like AI - specifically AI for writers, the constant change we see in tech, and the number 1 mistake authors make when marketing their book.
Our Biz Buzz segment this week is a deep dive discussion in the use of AI for authors. We talk about the potential ways AI can be used, the variety of AI applications, and whether authors even should use AI.
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Timestamps
Biz Buzz: AI for Authors (3:31)
Guest Interview: Kathleen Gage (41:46)
Show Links
Interview with Sandy Phillips Kirkham - Welcome to NaNoWriMo
Guest Links
Kathleen Gage - LinkedIn - Website
The Author's Voice Links
The Blank Page to Bestseller Course - ON SALE NOW - Use code "BLANK" at checkout for $700 in savings!
NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros
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Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube
Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
It's time to celebrate that big number 50! That's right, this is our 50th episode of the Blank Page to Bestseller podcast and we are so happy you have taken some time to listen to us talk about writing, publishing, and much more over the past year+.
In this week's episode we wrap up our series about the BRAND NEW Blank to Bestseller course and go more in-depth on how to launch your bestselling book. So far, we've discussed the groundwork needed to make your launch a success talking things like reader magnets, writing schedule, and funnel building. This week, we bring it all together a lay out how you can make your book launch a bestseller!
Timestamps
Biz Buzz: Launching Your Book - Launch (7:51)
The Author's Voice Links
Learn how to launch a bestselling book! - Blank Page to Bestseller Course
DISCOUNT CODE: "BLANK" at checkout to save over $700!
NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros
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Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
BLANK PAGE TO BESTSELLER COURSE NOW LIVE
The NEW Blank Page to Bestseller Course is now LIVE and ready for writers and authors to help them refine their book to become a success at launch and well into the future. Learn more here: Blank Page to Bestseller Course
On this week's episode we continue our series about the Blank Page to Bestseller Course with a Biz Buzz segment talking about how authors can harness the launch of their book into success not just during the initial launch period but months and even years into the future.
Timestamps
Biz Buzz: Launching Your Book - Setting Your Book Up For Success In The Long Term (3:37)
Episode Links
What makes a good reader magnet: Connect With Your Readers
Go Wide vs Stay Targeted: Definitions From The Publishing Industry Pt. 1
The Author's Voice Links
NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros
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Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
What's the secret to making your book a bestseller? It's having a list of readers excited for your book!
On this week's episode, we talk about the background work you need to setup a funnel of raving fans and potential new clients. The process doesn't have to be difficult, in fact we lay out a simple three step process building off of our previous episodes where we discuss reader magnets. Speaking of, don't forget to go back and listen to those episodes to learn more about what makes a great reader magnet. You can find those links down below.
Timestamps
Biz Buzz: Find Readers, Create Fans (3:26)
Episode Links
What makes a good reader magnet: Connect With Your Readers
The Author's Voice Links
NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros
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Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
The secret not many people know when it comes to taking their book from blank page to bestseller is that writing is only a small part of that process! In this week's Biz Buzz segment, we talk about the process behind writing.
How can you take an idea you have and turn it into a book?
What about a speech you have?
Or a workshop you've given?
There are many ways to come away with a finished manuscript.
We also go into where the writing process fits into the overall framework for your process and how you can begin to setup your plan for bestseller status before you even begin!
Timestamps
Biz Buzz: Make It Good and Write It Fast (1:50)
Episode Links
For more info on your book cover: Covering All Your Bases
The Author's Voice Links
Summer Sizzle Sale: https://theauthorsvoice.org/summersizzle
NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros
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Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
This week we delve into all the research, keywords, and design that goes into making your book a bestseller. One area of publishing many authors do not know about is the research and behind-the-scenes work needed to publish.
For example, what do you know about the similar books and authors in your genre?
Does your cover fit into genre expectations?
Do you know how to write the best blurb?
What is the appropriate category for your book?
We talk about all this and more in this week's episode. Down below we have a couple of links to previous episode where we talk about some topics in more depth.
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Timestamps
Biz Buzz: Packing Your Book to Sell- (1:43)
Episode Links
For a deeper discussion on book blurbs: Cover All The Bases on Your Back Cover
For more information about categories and keywords: Launching a Book
The Author's Voice Links
Summer Sizzle Sale: https://theauthorsvoice.org/summersizzle
NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros
Follow us The Author's Voice on social: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn
Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube
Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org
The Author's Voice
The Author's Voice is the premier online training platform for authors, speakers, and entrepreneurs looking to add a new revenue stream in their business. Whether you are an author looking to publish your book or an administrative assistant looking to expand your business by working with authors and speakers, we have the training programs to help you become a Certified Publishing Professional.