If you've ever thought about writing a book, you've probably realized pretty quickly that there are a lot of decisions to make.
Should you self-publish or pursue another publishing path? Which type of editor do you need? What comes after you've finished the manuscript? And how do you know you're making the right choices?
Today's guest helps authors answer those questions, and many others, every day. Through KWE Publishing, she and her team work with nonfiction and children's book authors who want guidance through the writing, publishing, and marketing process. They support authors with book coaching, ghostwriting, editing, design, publishing, audiobook production, and much more.
What I appreciate about her approach is that she understands there isn't one right way to become an author. Some people are starting with an idea. Others have a completed manuscript sitting on their computer. Her team helps authors figure out what they need and what makes sense for their goals.
In today's conversation, we'll talk about what authors should know before they begin, some of the biggest decisions they'll make along the way, and how to make the publishing process feel a little less overwhelming.
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In this episode, we discuss the following:
🟠 Ask Better Questions Early: Intention, success, message, and ideal reader should shape the path before production begins.
🟠 Choose the Right Publishing Path: Traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing options only make sense when matched to the author’s goals.
🟠 Protect the Author’s Voice: Strong support should guide the process without taking over the message.
🟠 Replace Bestseller Chasing: Reviews, word of mouth, presales, and visibility create stronger proof than a category badge.
🟠 Build Trusted Referral Networks: Authors benefit when experts collaborate and connect them with the right next resource.
Links
- Biz Book Pub Hub Partner
- http://www.kwepub.com
- “From Mess to Message: Ten Steps for Writing Your Book”
Robbie’s Resources
- Schedule a complimentary book launch brainstorming session: www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com
- Find all the archived podcast episodes, plus an invitation to free virtual networking events for writers and authors, AND Hub Partners ready to help entrepreneurs become successful authors: www.BizBookPubHub.com
- Join the next Kindle Flash Sale for entrepreneurial authors: www.KindleFlashSale.com
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Biz Book Pub Hub Podcast features interviews with experts who help entrepreneurs become successful authors and author panels discussing the ROI of publishing a business book.
Tune in for frank conversations about the ups and downs of the author journey. Find out what common mistakes you can avoid and what resources you can use to ensure your effort leads to business growth.
Stay Connected
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How can Robbie Samuels help you?
Robbie Samuels is a book launch strategist who helps entrepreneurs turn their books into revenue-generating business assets, not passion projects that stall after publication.
He coaches business authors to:
- Build launch teams filled with prospects and referral partners
- Generate 50+ Amazon reviews during a strategic soft launch window
- Use their book to spark meaningful conversations that lead to clients, speaking opportunities, and partnerships
Robbie is an award-winning author of four books, including “LAUNCH Your Book! An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Reviews That Drive Revenue.” His books have received over 900 Amazon reviews and reached #1 Best Seller status in 37 categories across the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia.
Ready to connect your book to your business? Whether you’re just getting started writing, you’re ready to publish, or you’ve already published, you’re invited to schedule a complimentary 30-minute book launch brainstorming session with Robbie at:
www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com
To help you find the resources you need to successfully navigate your author journey, Robbie has created several author resources. He curates a trusted ecosystem of experts who support entrepreneurs through writing, editing, publishing, launching, and marketing. The Hub also includes free author resources, virtual networking events, and podcast episodes focused on making books work harder for your business. Find all of this at www.BizBookPubHub.com
Robbie is also a professional speaker and TEDx speaker whose work has been featured by NPR, Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Inc. His talks and coaching focus on networking, launch strategy, audience building, and using relationships to support sustainable business growth.
Bonus resources for Robbie’s books:
- “LAUNCH Your Book! An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Reviews That Drive Revenue”
www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com - “Break Out of Boredom: Low-Tech Solutions for Highly Engaging Zoom Events”
www.BreakOutofBoredom.com - “Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List”
www.SmallListBigResults.com - “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences”
www.CroissantsvsBagels.com
Robbie is always open to being a podcast guest and especially loves conversations focused on books, launches, and how authors can turn readers into long-term business relationships.
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