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Ready to navigate the indie author experience like a pro? The She Gets Published podcast is your go-to resource! Join international bestselling author, transformational book coach, and publishing mentor Lanette Pottle as she chats with industry experts and authors who are making their mark in the indie publishing world. What sets this podcast apart is that each 20-ish minute episode is designed to provide actionable takeaways to support you on your journey from book idea to bestseller and beyond. Whether you're writing your first book or are a seasoned author seeking fresh insights, She Gets Published - The Podcast offers a unique combination of inspiration and practical advice relevant to all stages of book writing and marketing – with a special emphasis on non-fiction.

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Ready to navigate the indie author experience like a pro? The She Gets Published podcast is your go-to resource! Join international bestselling author, transformational book coach, and publishing mentor Lanette Pottle as she chats with industry experts and authors who are making their mark in the indie publishing world. What sets this podcast apart is that each 20-ish minute episode is designed to provide actionable takeaways to support you on your journey from book idea to bestseller and beyond. Whether you're writing your first book or are a seasoned author seeking fresh insights, She Gets Published - The Podcast offers a unique combination of inspiration and practical advice relevant to all stages of book writing and marketing – with a special emphasis on non-fiction.

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English

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Episodes

Undeniable Reasons Why Authors Need a Virtual Assistant on Their Team

10/11/2023
EP 43| In this episode, Julie Johnston – known as Rhino Julie - shares the entrepreneurial journey that led her to incorporate virtual assistants into her business and business portfolio. She reveals the challenges she initially faced and how she streamlined the process to help entrepreneurs and authors find their “unicorn” virtual assistant. Julie has mastered the art of finding right-fit virtual assistants who support business owners/authors in their zone of genius. We delve into topics ranging from the selection and onboarding processes to clear communication and providing instructions, all ensuring a smooth working relationship. If you're ready to elevate your author journey and regain control of your time – or if you've been curious about whether a virtual assistant is right for you - this episode is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:27:00

An important reminder about the critical first step in publishing

9/27/2023
EP 42 | This quickie episode is a rare one on one conversation with you, the aspiring author, who is deep in learning all the ins and outs of professional self publishing. It may be the most important advice you hear to get you across the finish line to becoming a published author. Tune in, then take action on this one thing. Find Lanette on Instagram @shegetspublished Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:03:55

Writing to Win: Attract, Connect, and Captivate New Readers

9/20/2023
EP 41 | This episode features marketing pro, Meghan Clor. Listen into this rich conversation about how - and why - to incorporate marketing principles into your book writing process. What you'll learn in this episode: The importance of marketing from the beginning of the book-writing process The value of understanding and speaking directly to the ideal reader Ways to attract new readers early on The power of connection How to captivate new readers And much more Be Seen by Jen Gottlieb is the book Meghan mentioned as a great example of how to connect with your audience. At the time of airing, the book is available via pre-order at your favorite bookseller Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:21:10

Unmasking Imposter Syndrome: How to Embrace Your Empowered Voice as an Author

9/13/2023
EP 40 | As part of her Empowered Voices World Tour, renowned speaker, author, and fear researcher, Nancy Bos joins us to talk about Imposter Syndrome. In this episode we chat about... - Definition of imposter syndrome - Exploring the roots of imposter syndrome - Insights from brain science and the subconscious - Symptoms of imposter syndrome - Strategies for combating imposter syndrome as an author - Differentiating between short-term fixes and long-term solutions - Personal experiences of imposter syndrome ...and more Grab Nancy's 'Your Empowered Voice' course on Udemy HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:26:45

Gaining Media Attention for Authors... in 8 seconds

8/30/2023
EP 39 | In this episode, public relations, marketing expert, and author of 8-Second PR, Liz Kelly, shares insights on pitching media. Listen to learn about... The significance of 8 seconds when it comes to marketing Creating emphasis statements to grab attention Writing a great subject line Finding a unique angles Nuances specific to media sources Creating a WOW story and why you need one Bestseller vs Book Award – which carries more weight Liz's personal mantra when it comes to pitching And more Resources: Learn more about the Goody Business Book Awards (September 30 deadline for applications) Pick up Liz’s book, 8 Second PR Follow her on social @8secondpr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:24:10

Complete Your Book's First Draft with Flow and Ease

8/23/2023
EP 38| Intuitive Writing Coach, Megan Barnhard ,shares strategies to create the first draft of your book with ease -- replacing stress and overwhelm with joy and fun. In this episode, host and transformational book coach, Lanette Pottle, chats with Megan about... Connecting with the real purpose behind your writing Why personal motivation beats comparison every time Understanding the magic and logic behind your writing Secret practices of getting into the zone How your energy levels influence your writing Strategies to sidestep mental roadblocks. Releasing control can birth moments of sheer brilliance. The courage in showing up and trusting yourself on the blank page. Setting realistic writing goals without burning out. Why messiness can be a writer's best friend. The rollercoaster of emotions in every writing stage. Returning to your work with fresh eyes and newfound wisdom. And more! Learn more about Megan - and purchase her Wise Writer Within Oracle Deck - at https://www.meganbarnhard.com/ Follow her on Instagram @writewithmegan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:30:01

Why Book Reviews Are Important and How to Get More of Them

8/16/2023
EP 37| Founder of Write|Publish|Sell and the Women in Publishing Summit, Alexa Bigwarfe, returns to the show to talk about book reviews – the importance, the challenges, and strategies to get more of them. In this episode we chat about… - The crucial role of reviews in book marketing - Challenges of getting reviews for non-fiction and children's books - Strategies to increase the chances of getting reviews - Why educating your community on reviews is important - Strategies for getting more book reviews - Tips for seeking endorsements - What you CAN’T do when asking for reviews on Amazon - Review tours and other promotional angles … AND MUCH MORE Learn more about Alexa & her work at: https://writepublishsell.com/ Subscribe & Listen to the PublishHer Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:33:12

Self Publishing Isn't Settling: Why It Might Be Best For You and Your Business

8/9/2023
EP 36 | April Shpritnz, powerhouse in the business world and author of Magic Blue Rocks - The Secret to Doing Anything, chose to forgo traditional publishing - instead getting professional assistance, and self publishing her book. In this episode we chat about – - The decision-making process between traditional publishing and self-publishing, considering control, timeline, and earnings - Recognizing that self-published books can be as good as traditionally published ones - Questions to consider when making publishing decisions - The business aspects of book publishing, prioritizing popularity and market trends - Finding inspiration and deciding to self-publish for greater flexibility and control - Taking initiative and sharing one's work, as publishers may not provide ongoing marketing support - Timing considerations in deciding between traditional publishing and self-publishing, particularly for speaking engagements - The benefits of guidance, mentorship, and improved writing skills in self-publishing - Financial benefits of self-publishing with an established following or platform - And A WHOLE LOT MORE Listen & Subscribe to Winning Mindset Mastery Podcast Get April's book, Magic Blue Rocks-The Secret to Doing Anything Connect with April on LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:26:13

Professional Writer Shares Perspective On The Five Author Freakouts

8/2/2023
EP 35| Professional writer and author of The Five Author Freakouts, Julie Anne Eason, shares her insights about the often-debilitating challenges faced by authors and how to work through them. In this episode Julie chats with us about… - Challenges in nonfiction writing, especially for inexperienced authors - Mental blocks preventing authors from writing, publishing, and selling their books - Moments of doubt and frustration known as the "five author freakouts" - Importance of self-discovery and refinement in effectively communicating ideas - Dealing with resistance and the necessary tools - Letting go of control after finishing a draft and giving it to an editor or publisher - Understanding the fine line between professionalism and perfectionism - The subconscious mind as a potential cause of freak outs and the importance of digging deep - Embracing "good enough" and moving forward to avoid getting stuck in the pursuit of perfection - Shifting the focus from the author to the audience for book success - Feeling of disappointment and frustration after completing a book draft - Comparison to other creative endeavors and the middle point of doubt and frustration - Potential blow to the ego when the first draft doesn't meet expectations - Acknowledgment of personal struggles stemming from upbringing and childhood traumas - Difference between lack of knowledge and lack of willingness in not pursuing promotion - AND MUCH MORE! Purchase Julie's book: The Five Author Freakouts: Overcoming Procrastination, Self Doubt, and Imposter Syndrome on the Writer's Journey Learn more about Julie's work at: https://julieanneeason.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:31:20

3 Keys to Fully Funding Your Book Using A Crowdfunding Platform

7/26/2023
EP 34 | Colleen Olinsky successfully crowdfunded her book on Kickstarter in just 7 hours. She shares tips and insights to put you on the path to funding your project, too. Listen to this episode to learn about... -How and why Colleen created a book to support kids during the pandemic -How she funded through Kickstarter in seven hours -Believing in yourself and your project -Creating valuable content -Recruiting supporters -Setting realistic funding goals for projects -Considering your audience, resources, and connections -Getting creative with rewards - And More! Follow Colleen on Instagram @colleenmarieolinski Purchase her children’s book, A Wolf Named Elvis, at www.awolfnamedelvis.com Grab your free gift - 10 Tips to Rock Your Crowdfunding Experience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:25:01

Upleveling Your Book Marketing Strategy with Creative and Unconventional Methods

7/19/2023
EP 33| Marketing specialist and bestselling author, Sally Hendrick, brings unique insights into how to build your author platform and get people excited about your book. In this episode you’ll hear about: - Sally’s unique background and how it translates to the world of books - Tips from Sally on building an author platform its benefits for different publishing routes - Generating leads through the collaboration - Unique ways to share about a book - Bonus content and its effect on audience investment - Intimidation and cost of Facebook ads and nurturing an audience - Importance of working with someone knowledgeable in Facebook ads - Engaging with the audience and sharing the writing journey in building an author platform - Importance of data in measuring impact and success - Starting marketing from day one of the book process - Sally’s marketing journey for her upcoming book, Humble Pie - Advice for new authors in creating content and building a community around their book -And More Stay up-to-date with Sally’s work and download a sample chapter of her soon-to-be-published book, Humble Pie, at www.shoutyourcause.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:23:46

How a Giving Attitude Leads to Impact and Book Success

7/12/2023
EP 32 | Kimberly King, bestselling award-winning author, educator, sexual abuse prevention advocate, and speaker, shares her journey in the publishing industry, having sold over 250,000 books through various methods, including self-publishing, hybrid, and now traditional publishing. This episode is a must-listen for aspiring authors who want to make a difference with their work and be agents of change. Join us as we explore Kimberly’s inspirational journey and valuable insights into amplifying the impact of your book. In this episode you’ll hear about: - Insights for aspiring authors to amplify the impact of their work - Importance of investing in and caring about the book's message - The power of book reviews and collaboration with other authors - Overcoming discomfort in discussing taboo topics - The power of reaching out to people aligned with your goals - Authentic generosity and helping others without expecting anything in return - Surrounding oneself with positive and helpful people - Promoting the book regardless of publishing method - Author's responsibility in marketing and promoting their books - Importance of building authority and expertise - Lack of marketing support from traditional publishers - Planning and research for successful book selling - Journey of becoming an expert and getting involved in national organizations - AND MORE Follow Kimberly on Instagram at @toughtopicsmom Visit her website – www.kimberlykingbooks.com – to purchase books and learn more about her work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:24:29

Unlocking the Mysteries of Working with a Ghostwriter

7/5/2023
EP 31 | Dive into the fascinating world of ghostwriting with special guest Alyson Rockhold, as she shares her insights and experiences as a ghostwriter and book coach. In this episode you’ll hear about: - Misconceptions about ghostwriters - Collaborative partnership between ghostwriters and authors - The role of the ghostwriter as a midwife for the author's book - The timeline and frequency of meetings in the writing process - The importance of clients having a clear idea and expertise on their topic - The need for research or access to other sources of information - The significance of a personality fit in the working relationship - Alyson’s journey to becoming a ghostwriter - Her realization of writing as her passion and career change - Her first writing job with a nonprofit and progression to ghostwriting A gift for you from Alyson: Alyson created this free download for you -- Three Things Every Author Need to Know Before Writing Your First Word Where you can learn more about Alyson: Follow her on Instagram - @alysonrockhold Visit her website - www.alysonrockhold.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:21:09

PR & Media Tips for Authors Who Don't (Yet) Love Being in the Spotlight

6/28/2023
EP 30 | Two-time Emmy-winning former producer for the Oprah Winfrey Show turned PR/Media consultant, Danette Kubanda, shares her expertise on pitching to producers and building relationships with media professionals. We also discuss the importance of shifting our mindset from feeling like we're bragging to realizing we're serving others and offering our expertise to meet the audience where they are. Danette offers valuable advice on timing, following up, and adding value to our pitches, explaining why it's crucial to show up and be visible to create more opportunities. In this episode we chat about… - Danette’s background and experience in the media industry - Overcoming worries about being asked difficult questions in interviews - Focusing on the basics and meeting audience or interviewer's knowledge level - The importance of building relationships with media professionals - Building relationships for long-term success in media - Different approaches to building relationships - Overcoming discomfort with self-promotion and sharing expertise with others - Simplifying expertise for beginners and knowing your audience when pitching ideas - Added value in following up with producers - The purpose of writing a book and the responsibility to show up and be visible - Starting small with mindset shifts to improve visibility. Connect with Danette on Instagram at @kubandad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:25:20

Behind the Scenes of Bestselling Book, "Come Back Home to You'

6/21/2023
EP 029 | Leadership coach and author of the bestselling book, Come Back Home to You: Navigate Life's Transitions and Embrace Next Chapter Living, Becky Burroughs, shares what she learned about herself through the writing/publishing process, the approach she took to help readers learn about themselves, as well as key pieces of advice for new authors — including something she’ll do differently when writing her next book. Show Summary Turning a life-long dream into a reality, leadership coach Becky Burroughs wrote, professionally self-published, and launched her bestselling book in just under a year - all while working full-time and still making time for her favorite role: being Nana to her 17 grandchildren. In this episode, Becky chats with us about her indie author journey -- the process and the learnings -- as well as the valuable advice she has for other first-time authors including : The importance of creating a discipline of writing to overcome writer's block Experimenting to find the best time for writing Creating a story bank for ideas and favorite stories Writing chapters in a non-linear fashion The system of planning, eliminating time-wasters, and personalized system crucial for writing The importance of accountability in achieving book goals The significance of sacrifices in achieving goals The importance of not putting off important tasks for a "perfect time" And more! Grab your copy of Becky’s book, Come Back Home to You: Navigate Life's Transitions and Embrace Next Chapter Living Amazon Barnes & Noble Bookshop.org Connect with Becky on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:26:33

E000: Welcome to She Gets Published - The Podcast

5/12/2023
In this introductory episode, learn what you can expect from the She Gets Published podcast and meet your host, Lanette Pottle -- Amazon #1 international bestselling author, transformational book coach, and indie publishing mentor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:04:34

Book Covers and More - Design Advice for First Time Authors

3/10/2022
EP 028 | Join best-selling author, Lanette Pottle, for an encore of the most listened to episode of season one featuring the insights of graphic designer, Ashley Hinson Dhakal. Get ready for a rich conversation packed with valuable tips and insights to support new — and seasoned — authors as they design their book covers and format the inner pages of their books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:27:55

Editing Pro Tips for New Authors

3/3/2022
Ep 027 | In this episode, host Lanette Pottle chats with multi-genre author and developmental editor, Ricki Heller, about three common writing mistakes along with her pro tips for avoiding and/or correcting them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:23:36

Grow Your Author Platform Using #Booktok

2/24/2022
EP 026 | In this episode, host Lanette Pottle chats with Founder & Host of the Women in Publishing Summit - Alexa Bigwarfe - about #Booktok This value-packed conversation includes beginner strategy, tactical how-to's, and an inside look at why TikTok is a platform building tool not to be overlooked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:32:20

How (and Why) to Create Virtual Book Tours

2/17/2022
EP 025 | In this episode, host Lanette Pottle chats with multi best-selling book author and co-founder of Raise A Dream, Charmaine Hammond, to get the inside scoop on virtual book tours -- what they are, ways to create a successful one, and why you should consider this easy, cost effective option for promoting your book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:23:16