The Author's Corner

Audiobook sales is the most rapidly growing segment of the publishing industry. Registering double-digit revenue growth for the past few years, it is the fastest growing segment in book sales. How can authors capitalize on this massive opportunity? Robin Colucci brings on an expert to the podcast to help us understand this booming book format. Tina Dietz  is an award-winning and international...

In the final stages of book publishing, the devil is often in the details; the wrong title, subtitle or cover design can be your book’s undoing, no matter how profound your content may be inside. PickFu  helps writers get around this problem by doing what is perhaps the best way to learn what makes readers buy – by asking them directly. PickFu does all kinds of market research, but authors ha...

Ten years since the publication of Let Love In, the international bestselling book continues to resonate with people all over the world. The book has all the makings of a classic: a timeless message and unabashed authenticity that comes from an author who is not afraid to get vulnerable on the pages to help other people who are going through what she had. That person is Debra Maldonado  (form...

For some time now, the literary industry has been struggling to break away from its predominantly white image and allow diverse voices to share the stage. After the killing of George Floyd and the world-wide outrage that followed, staying silent about racial injustice is not an option, regardless of what industry you're in. In this episode, Robin Colucci converses with literary agent,   Heath...

This is the second episode in a mini two-part series on publicity for authors. At what point should an author hire a publicist to help promote their book? In this episode, you will learn that there is no such thing as a full DFY approach to book marketing. There is much to do in terms of “building a base” – a genuine audience, an organic community who considers you an expert in your field – and it...

This is the first episode in a mini two-part series on publicity for authors. The wider media can reach, the more we can get our messages out there. With social media joining the traditional media outlets, it is safe to say that there are tremendous opportunities and possibilities out there that can take our business to the next level. Especially in this day and age, there is no excuse not to util...