
Writer on the Side
Most employees want to write a book but don’t have the time to write or don’t know where to start. This podcast will show you how to get your nonfiction book published while working a full-time job. You'll also get simple tips about launching and marketing your book.
Latest episodes

Apr 23, 2025 • 16min
166 Give Away Your Book for Free?
This is a repeat episode that addresses giving away your book for free (shifting it from paid to free) when it makes sense to do so.

Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 4min
165 How to Sell More Books Using Facebook Ads with Francesco Ambrosiano
How do you start with Facebook Ads to get more readers? In this episode, I sit down with Francesco Ambrosian to discuss the effectiveness of Meta Ads, how to create compelling ads, targeting strategies, and the importance of a professional landing page. Francesco also shares his insights on different ad approaches for fiction and non-fiction books, budgeting, and the significance of organic versus paid marketing.

Mar 19, 2025 • 23min
164 Why You Need a Side Gig
Layoffs are coming. Here's why everyone needs to be prepared by starting a side gig today (a quick backstory)

Feb 19, 2025 • 49min
163 Selling 1M+ Book Copies with Eric Jorgenson
How do you sell over a million copies of a book? In this episode, I sit down with Eric Jorgenson, author of The Almanack of Naval Ravikant, to uncover the strategies, mindset, and marketing tactics behind his publishing success. From leveraging digital platforms to building an audience-first approach, Eric shares actionable insights for aspiring authors and entrepreneurs. Don't miss this deep dive into the business of books!

Feb 5, 2025 • 25min
162 Publish a Book Quickly With Me Using AI
On Feb 11, I'm launching the fourth cohort of my course called "The 4-Week Write Your Book on the Side" System. More details on www.writerontheside.com/course

Jan 22, 2025 • 1h 5min
161 The Obvious Choice: Behind the Scenes of Jonathan Goodman's Success
In this episode, Jonathan Goodman shares the behind-the-scenes journey of his latest book, The Obvious Choice. We discuss his transition from self-publishing to traditional publishing, innovative marketing strategies, and insights on building a successful business and author career. A must-listen for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, writing, and book marketing.

Jan 8, 2025 • 49min
160 How Michael vom Feld Wrote His First Amazon Bestselling Book in 4 Weeks
A great conversation about how Michael followed a 4-week step-by-step process to write and publish a book and become a #1 Amazon bestseller in multiple categories.

Dec 11, 2024 • 23min
159 On Getting Amazon Reviews with Chris Stanley from Mini Book Publishing
In this engaging discussion, Chris Stanley, founder of Mini Book Publishing, shares insights on the art of concise writing and effective marketing for busy professionals. He highlights strategies to garner Amazon reviews, including the power of giveaways and fostering reader connections. Chris also delves into the significance of compelling cover design and keyword optimization. Additionally, he introduces innovative methods for authors to write nonfiction quickly, leveraging AI tools to enhance the writing process.

Nov 13, 2024 • 25min
158 Want to Publish a Book Quickly (With Me Using AI)?
Aspiring authors can learn to publish nonfiction books quickly using AI tools. A practical four-week course guides busy professionals through efficient writing strategies. Important steps like setting up a KDP account and pre-writing planning are covered. Success tips draw from the experiences of successful authors, with bonuses like custom writing tools and revenue strategies. Personalized support is emphasized to enhance the publishing journey.

Oct 30, 2024 • 57min
157 Why You Should Publish Mini Books with Chris Stanley
Chris Stanley is an entrepreneur, author, and founder of the Mini Book Publishing Model. He has written and published 27 books, with 17 of them becoming Amazon #1 Best Sellers. On this episode, I talk with Chris about how he thinks about book publishing in general and some of the strategies he uses to market his books.