

Author U Your Guide to Book Publishing
Dr. Judith Briles
The AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast is ranked by Feedspot in the TOP 10 podcasts for Book Marketing and in the Top 100 in Author-Publishing Careers by Goodpods.
If you want to write and publish a book ... if you want to know the latest in book marketing strategies ... if you want to know what tools an author should be using ... and if you want to be successful as an author, Author YOU - Your Guide to Book Publishing with Dr. Judith Briles ... Everything You Want to Know But Didn't Know What to Ask is for you.
You will hear about statistics, scenarios, and strategies on what to do now! Judith features a variety of experts, besides herself, that are visionaries in publishing, book marketing experts, book design experts—anything that will get your book and YOU as the author—to the next, next level of success.
Sometimes, it's one step at a time; other times, you will leapfrog up the ladder. As The Book Shepherd, Dr. Judith Briles leads the conversation each week. She will include publishing professionals that will reveal tips and secrets to the author's journey. Sometimes, she goes solo and just shares her expertise that she has earned and learned over a 40-year period from the publication of her first book. Each week, you will get a new show, no repeats.
If there is a book in you, then you will want to listen and learn each and every week with Dr. Judith Briles, your Book Shepherd.
If you want to write and publish a book ... if you want to know the latest in book marketing strategies ... if you want to know what tools an author should be using ... and if you want to be successful as an author, Author YOU - Your Guide to Book Publishing with Dr. Judith Briles ... Everything You Want to Know But Didn't Know What to Ask is for you.
You will hear about statistics, scenarios, and strategies on what to do now! Judith features a variety of experts, besides herself, that are visionaries in publishing, book marketing experts, book design experts—anything that will get your book and YOU as the author—to the next, next level of success.
Sometimes, it's one step at a time; other times, you will leapfrog up the ladder. As The Book Shepherd, Dr. Judith Briles leads the conversation each week. She will include publishing professionals that will reveal tips and secrets to the author's journey. Sometimes, she goes solo and just shares her expertise that she has earned and learned over a 40-year period from the publication of her first book. Each week, you will get a new show, no repeats.
If there is a book in you, then you will want to listen and learn each and every week with Dr. Judith Briles, your Book Shepherd.
Episodes
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Jul 2, 2020 • 58min
Author Website Makeovers for Influence Show 07-02-2020
Authors make mistakes when setting up their websites.
-It starts with branding ... and misbranding.
-It starts with using wrong categories ... and being is labeled in the search engines.
-It starts with boredom ... and tweaking things that should be left alone.
-It starts with impatience ... give the internet a chance to know and love you!
Whew ... this is a must-listen episode of the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast with host, Dr. Judith Briles and guest marketing expert Sandra Beck. Tune in pronto!

Jun 25, 2020 • 58min
Strategies for the Author's Success Future Show 06-25-2020
NY Times bestselling author and Futurist Daniel Burrus joins AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing host Judith Briles in an “author forward for success” podcast.
Get tips and secret sauce on what took him to become a magnet for NY—and why he’s now publishing differently.
-How to make a proposal that puts all others to shame;
-a variety of excellent book launch tips;
-the key to overall success.
PLUS—you have a bonus … Dan is giving everyone the hardcopy of his new book that illuminates the power of being a positive disrupter, Anticipatory Organization-Turn Disruption and Change into Opportunity and Advantage—grab it here: www.TheAOBook.com and listen to podcast here: http://bit.ly/BookPublishingPodcast

Jun 18, 2020 • 56min
Instagram Pop & Power for Authors Show 06-18-2020
Are you using Instagram? Should you be?
Listen in to the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing Podcast – it’s all about creating Instagram Pop & Power with host Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd and Debra Jason.
Get tips on how to"
-create a lasting presence for your posts via the Story form;
-how to modify your profile so it’s a grabber;
-how to link your website to your Instagram page;
-where to place your hashtags for maximum leverage.
See all podcasts here:
http://bit.ly/BookPublishingPodcast

Jun 12, 2020 • 58min
Author Success -Websites, Gadgets, More Show 06-11-2020
Did you know that your website is the core of your influence and marketing … and one that you control?
-Get tips on what you need to bring ‘em in.
Did you know why it’s wise to rack of your “noes” for author success? You will.
And, would you like to know how to spread your authoring, publishing, marketing tasks so you have sanity in your week?
-Bet you do and you can.
It’s all here in the latest AuthorU-Your Book Publishing Podcast via @JudithBriles @MyBookShepherd with guest Steven Sanchez: http://bit.ly/BookPublishingPodcast

Jun 5, 2020 • 58min
How to Increase Your Book Sales podcast 06-04-2020
Huge author question: how are your book sales? Would you like to increase them exponentially, starting now? Did you know that the best author sellers are also givers?
-Get the inside scoop for author success;
-Discover today’s 5 laws of success and why you should embrace them, starting today; and
-Learn savvy tips and strategies on how to implement them via @MyBookShepherd @JudithBriles @BobBurg (author of the Go-Giver best seller series).
Another podcast from AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing with Host, Dr. Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd.

May 29, 2020 • 59min
Why & How to Structure a Speech on Book Show 05-28-2020
Do you have a book or one that is due out in the next six months?
Are you speaking about the topic of the book to audiences … right now? And if no, why not?
When you speak, you change lives … to sell truckloads of books … make money … go places you never thought you would … make a difference … and have fun.
Host Dr. Judith Briles keeps the mic for the entire session and walks listeners through key components of herbook: How to Create a $1,000,000 Speech, that has won 9 national book awards.
She’s done it and believes that you can too. Did you know that the fear of public speaking is known as glossophobia? And that over 74% of the public suffers from it? And, did you know that for authors, speaking is the #1 way sell thousands of books?
Tune to the latest edition of the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast:
#toastmasters #authors #bookmarketing #publicspeaking

May 22, 2020 • 58min
Using LinkedIN in 2020 for Authors 05-21-2020
Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd, takes a 2020 look at how Authors can use LinkedIN ... and why they should be. Joining her on the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast is marketing expert Debra Jason. You will learn how to get your profile 40 times more likely for a visitor to think "I want to know more ..."
Start with-
-soaring the browser search findability
-how to maximize your Header
-why you should add your phone number
-discover the most costly mistakes
-and of course, much more.

May 15, 2020 • 58min
Book Marketing Branding, Swag and Bling Show Part II 05-14-2020
When you are creating an ongoing marketing plan, think of it as a puzzle. It’s not just one thing: multiple pieces come into play for website; branding; marketing promo; even swag and bling.
Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd delivers a Part II via @MyBookShepherd and guest Annie Harmon on the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing Podcast http://bit.ly/BookPublishingPodcast

May 8, 2020 • 58min
Author Branding Show, Part I 05-07-2020
Every author needs to know and implement the essential components of your website, your book cover and your marketing material.
Do you know what branding is for you; your book; your website; your social media posts? Get answers and tips on what authors should be thinking about, then implementing to develop their brands.
• What should authors be thinking about with their own brand?
• How does design impact a brand and marketing?
• What can authors do to enhance their marketing?
• What marketing materials need to be considered part of an author’s brand
Answers on this edition of the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast via @MyBookShepherd @JudithBriles and HarmonyD CEO, Annie Harmon.
http://bit.ly/BookPublishingPodcast

May 1, 2020 • 58min
Book Power on The Authors Show Platform 04-30-2020
How would you like to discover an online portal that designed for authors to promote their books that pays 100%. You can on this edition of the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast.
Joining Host Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd, is Danielle Hampson from The Authors Show. Takeaways include:
-a new digital platform for eBooks, audiobooks, audiodrama
-get 100% of all sales
-participate in the #ReadABook campaign
That and much more and Judith and Danielle explore ways for authors to build their influence, add to their fan base, and stay connected.


