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Send us a textCreating a novel is more than just writing words on a page; it's about capturing the essence of stories, memories, and emotions to create a living, breathing world. In this episode of Authors Who Lead, Steve and I provide an intimate look into the making of their first collaborative fiction book, "Gone Missing," the debut novel in the Cinderbottom series. Inspired by Steve's late father's rich storytelling and life experiences, we delve into the origin, process, and emotional journey of bringing this unique project to life.Timestamp:00:00 Excited to discuss the Cinderbottom series with Steve.04:50 Recommend reading before releasing book; found typos. Proud of work, surprised by forgotten details. Events from different times woven together.09:33 Rich coal history, bustling past, small present.12:15 Legacy of forgotten place and family stories.16:01 Family history inspires exploration of Southern West Virginia.18:50 Thanks for sharing, follow us on socials.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

Send us a textIn this episode of "Authors Who Lead," Angela Henderson and I delve into the essential strategies and personal insights that drive success in authorship and entrepreneurship. This conversation not only underscores the importance of establishing strategic partnerships but also emphasizes the intrinsic work necessary to overcome personal barriers to success.Timestamp:00:00 Thrilled to have an award-winning international business coach.06:13 Well connected for valuable connections and opportunities.09:01 Partnerships require planning well in advance.12:11 Affiliates can earn money through promotions, and negotiations.13:37 Cost for moving, short-term and long-term cash flow.19:00 Maintaining connection despite periods of silence.21:30 Parenting struggles and the power of connection.25:22 Book calls with nutritionist and fitness instructor.26:04 Overcoming fear and self-sabotage to succeed.32:18 The Client's regret inspires pivotal change, leading to peace.33:24 Don't wait for healing to write your book.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

Send us a textThe publishing industry is witnessing a seismic shift as innovative platforms like Book.io integrate advanced technologies such as blockchain to redefine content ownership and distribution. This evolution addresses longstanding challenges and opens up new opportunities for engagement and revenue streams. In this episode, Joshua Stone and I dive deep into how the future of publishing is evolving, guided by the innovative digital platform, Book.io. The conversation explores how blockchain technology and limited quantity releases are starting to reshape the industry landscapes from traditional publishing norms to digital interactives and content control.Timestamp:00:00 Passion for cutting-edge book industry evolution.06:02 Authors retain rights, not exclusive to Amazon.08:23 Users can buy and resell owned books.10:41 Issues with digital content rights and ownership.13:53 Potential for data-driven book marketing and sales.17:00 Christian author faces counterfeit book issue, digital verification.20:33 Authors can leverage the social side for more sales.23:49 The System allows students to own and sell books.26:39 Exploring new media in the book publishing industry.31:42 Traditional publishing model undergoing significant changes and challenges.34:44 Focus on nonfiction, digital ownership, and user benefits.38:24 Streaming revenue is small, artists explore new opportunities.39:53 Scaling up quickly, generating massive sales. Complexities.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

Send us a textEvery author dreams of a successful book launch; however, the foundation of a launch's success often begins long before the actual release day. In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I explore how creating what I like to refer to as a "superhero team" can dramatically enhance the visibility and impact of your new work.Timestamp:00:00 Engage the superhero team, give them enough time.04:55 Seek their permission, to use Facebook group communication.06:49 Encourage early readers to leave reviews and promote the book.09:53 Support the author by engaging and reviewing work.12:56 Encourage action by offering exclusive bonuses.16:52 Historical fiction fans, join the writing community.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

Send us a textIn this episode of Authors Who Lead, Chris Duncan and I delve into the essence of what it means to be an author. We unravel the concept that books transmit vibrations and messages far beyond mere words on a page. This episode is a treasure trove of insight for any aspiring writer who feels the call to share their voice with the world.Timestamp:00:00 Chris Duncan, renowned author and speaker, achieves impact.05:25 Met teacher learned about superconscious and invested in coaching.09:34 Unconscious battles impact survival and thriving patterns.10:29 Wealth can lead back to poverty through consciousness.16:55 Choose a creative structure over a problem-focused mindset.18:55 Separate creative and worrying parts of your brain.23:52 Feel excited and hopeful but seek fixes.26:54 Create abundance and health, not problems.28:57 Recognizing abundance within oneself leads to change.31:40 Your feelings about life make it great.35:56 Charity work and coaching basketball team joyfully.40:11 Wealth and love start from within.43:06 Spent big on ads, got success later.47:15 Desire is a call to transformation.49:16 Fictional story coded for massive transformation, surprising appeal.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

Send us a textIn this episode of the "Authors Who Lead" podcast, Azul delves into the vulnerable world of author Carmin Caterina, whose book "It Starts With Me: One Mom's Journey to End the Pattern of Generational Trauma" provides a roadmap for breaking destructive cycles. With the wisdom gained from both her professional background as a speech-language pathologist and her personal experiences as a mother, Caterina provides insights into the transformative power of storytelling and writing.Timestamp:00:00 Author Carmen shares an inspiring message for girls.03:15 Personal journey, share selectively, respect others' privacy.09:03 Authors honored to impact the world through a book.09:45 The Gifted audience received positive feedback, inspiring others.14:12 Don't be too attached to words. Unleash creativity.18:32 Empowerment through recognizing and addressing generational patterns.20:28 Seeking healing without feeling broken, exploring diverse modalities.23:49 Embracing imposter to guide through storytelling.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

Send us a textEntering the world of authorship can be akin to embarking on an odyssey fraught with both excitement and trepidation. For many new authors, the path to publishing is uncharted, filled with potential pitfalls and learning curves. I share invaluable insights that shine a light on the common mistakes new authors often encounter and provide strategic actions to not just sidestep these missteps but to triumphantly leap over them.Timestamp:00:00 Traditional publishing doesn't guarantee high book sales.03:53 Book coach encourages efficient use of time.06:55 Focus on quality, not quantity, in writing.10:06 Share book writing process, market next book.15:53 Plan editing and publishing timeline for book.16:40 Setting deadlines critical in writing and publishing.22:32 Mentor program for book writing guidance.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

Send us a textIn the realm of writing and publishing, there exists a complex web of possibilities and challenges that many authors find daunting. In this episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I speak with Kevin Anderson, founder of Kevin Anderson Associates, who peeled back layers of the publishing industry to provide listeners with invaluable insights into what the journey of an author entails—from crafting the initial concept to the final printed book on a shelf. Timestamp:00:00 Ghostwriting: a great option for busy authors.06:04 Hybrid publishing offers freedom and professional guidance.09:19 To make NY Times bestseller, media attention.13:11 Interest in writing book, acquisitions editors' role.16:08 Maintain audience connection; align message and truth.19:00 Hybrid publishers offer better royalties than traditional.22:00 Evaluate the publisher's offerings based on goals.23:53 Watch out for scams, consider royalty, and marketing.27:26 Hybrid publishers with traditional distribution are important.31:17 Vanity Press: Pay to publish, limited exposure.35:22 Addressing confusion in publishing through a dedicated team.37:04 Publishing decisions depend on your goals.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

Send us a textEvery person’s life is a unique manuscript filled with triumphs and tribulations, a story that when shared can resonate, inspire, and reveal universal truths. In this episode of the Authors Who Lead podcast, I talk with Andrew Coville, a former marine turned police officer turned author, about his powerful memoir "Summer 2009.” Through an intimate conversation that touches on themes of vulnerability, imposter syndrome, and the cathartic writing process, this episode offers listeners profound insights into the transformational power of storytelling.Timestamp:00:00 Afghanistan journal inspires a reflective memoir.03:46 Lived in war's headspace, and reached out to people.07:30 Reluctant to tell a personal story that values human experience.12:27 Deployment, friend's death, and coming home.15:44 Validation of authentic writing, resonating impact achievable.18:06 Grateful for Marine Corps, honest portrayal of war.20:17 Police officer reflects on Afghanistan experience's impact.23:34 Inspiring others to write with truthfulness.26:47 Passion project turns into published book success.32:32 Embrace uniqueness and make a meaningful impact.33:52 Open and honest writing, hoping to inspire.38:16 Checking in, seeking permission, and expressing excitement.40:14 Accepting imposter syndrome; advice for aspiring writers.42:40 Azul Terronez thanks listeners, urges subscription and shows notes.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

Send us a textAs co-hosts of the “Authors Who Lead” podcast, Steve Vannoy and I are thrilled to announce our 300th episode. It’s been an incredible journey of inspiring conversations with visionary authors and leaders, and we’re filled with gratitude for the insights shared, the stories that moved us, and the community we’ve built together.In this special episode, we reflect on our path, from the initial inspiration drawn from Gay Hendricks’s The Big Leap to the evolution of our podcast. We explore what it truly means to transition from your zone of excellence to your zone of genius and the importance of following your true passions.Timestamp:00:00 Authors building new authority, interviewing inspiring guests.06:50 Transition from excellence to genius for abundance.09:24 Books have the power to change the world.12:22 Industry changes, finding purpose as a podcast host.16:02 Podcast shares incredible stories with no ads.17:17 Balancing creation, reading, and engaging with guests.23:11 Azul admires Steve’s reading and creativity.24:47 Mondolacci Press started during a pandemic, seeks authors.29:56 Helping people self-publish and grow creatively.31:45 Acknowledging fears of success and self-doubt.38:21 Free 365-day marketing calendar at authorswholead.com.39:17 Free marketing calendar available at authorswholead.com/365calendar.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage