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Today's guest is a publishing consultant specializing in helping authors of all types, from children's picture books to self-help and business books, achieve their publishing goals. As the founder of The Writer's Ally, she leads a skilled team with deep industry experience, including backgrounds with literary agents and traditional publishers.
With over 20 years in the publishing industry, she leverages her extensive knowledge to guide authors through writing, publishing, and marketing high-quality books. Her services range from concept development and editing to book design and marketing, all delivered with a personal touch.
She works closely with purpose-driven experts, helping them establish themselves as credible voices. Her unique approach boosts authors' visibility and opens doors to new opportunities, creating books that are valuable to readers and also increase the authors' bottom lines.
Please join me in welcoming Ally Machate.
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Join us as Ally Machate shares her journey from a book-loving child to a successful publishing consultant, highlighting the importance of strategic planning and authenticity in book publishing.
In this episode, we discuss:
Her diverse career covers commercial fiction, non-fiction, and memoirs, leading to her freelance editing and ghostwriting roles, and eventually managing a team at The Writer’s Ally.
Her preference for meeting authors early, providing services like outlining, developmental editing, and preparing submission packages for agents and independent publishing.
She emphasizes the need to see books as tools within a broader business strategy, and her passion for education and connectivity shines through her services and speaking engagements.
Listen in to discover why Ally Machate’s insights are invaluable for authors navigating the complex publishing landscape with a strategic and authentic approach! 🎧
Links
Books mentioned in this episode:
- “The Effortless Perfection Myth: Debunking the Myth and Revealing the Path to Empowerment for Today's College Women” by Caralena Peterson
Other Resources
- Learn more about Independent Authors Association Hybrid Publishing Criteria
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How can Robbie Samuels help you?
🟧 He is an event design consultant, executive Zoom producer, business growth strategy coach, and book launch strategist who has been recognized as a networking expert by NPR, PCMA, Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Inc.
🟧 He is a TEDx speaker and award-winning author of three books that have collectively received over 650 Amazon reviews and reached #1 Best Seller in 30 paid categories in the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia, including ”Break Out of Boredom: Low-Tech Solutions for Highly Engaging Zoom Events,” which won a Gold award from the Nonfiction Authors Association.
🟧 He is a professional speaker who engages with his audience in person or virtually to share actionable insights on networking, business development, book launching, sales, and how to use Zoom to design engaging online experiences.
🟧 He coaches entrepreneurs on leveraging their network to help them build an audience before launching a new offer, book, podcast, or TEDx talk.
🟧 As a book launch strategist, he coaches business authors to build launch teams that lead to referrals, build their pipeline, and get 50+ Amazon reviews. He also designs and emcees virtual book launch parties that lead prospects to an offer.
👀 Complete this form to schedule a complimentary book launch brainstorming session with Robbie: www.robbiesamuels.com/booklaunchsupport
He founded the Biz Book Publishing Hub with over 50 experts ready to help entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of writing, editing, publishing, and marketing their business books. Find this free resource, plus an invitation to free virtual networking events for writers and authors, and podcast show notes at www.BizBookPublishingHub.com
🟧 As an event design consultant and executive Zoom producer, he is passionate about creating engaging and unforgettable experiences. With two decades of experience in the meetings and events industry, he has honed his skills in designing and executing events that leave a lasting impression.
Robbie partners with speakers and in-house event teams to design inclusive, engaging, and transformative virtual, in-person, or hybrid events. He helps overcome common virtual meeting mistakes to increase engagement and sales.
🟧 You're welcome to download the bonus content for each of his three books:
📚 “Break Out of Boredom: Low-Tech Solutions for Highly Engaging Zoom Events” – http://www.BreakOutofBoredom.com
📚 “Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List” – http://www.SmallListBigResults.com.
📚 “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” – http://www.CroissantsvsBagels.com.
🎙️ He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience with others, regularly speaks at industry events, and offers consulting services to help organizations and speakers achieve success in their own virtual or in-person events.
🎙️ Do you have a podcast or host live interviews? He is looking for opportunities to share his business success story and strategies.
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