Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business

Join me as I interview U.S. Army Major General Mari K Eder, author of "The Girls Who Stepped Out Of Line" and other military books. Discover how Mari self-published her first two books and transitioned from writing articles to writing books. Learn how to write better military nonfiction and historical fiction through Mari's experience working in the military. Find out what TTP is an...

Join me as I talk to Carrie Green, the founder of the Female Entrepreneur Association and author of "She Means Business", about how to write a business book. In this episode, we discuss some interesting topics including how Carrie got her publishing deal, how to gain the confidence and clarity to get your draft done, and how to write a book that resonates with readers. We also delve into...

Join me and Tim Waggoner, a successful fiction author with 50+ books under his belt, in this episode as we discuss the secrets to writing a novel. In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics, including: Tim's journey from writing his first book at 19 to publishing his first book at 36, and the lessons he learned along the way The importance of finding your writing process, whether you&ap...

Join me for this episode with Grace Valentine, author of several books, including "Am I Enough", "Is It Just Me", and "To The Girl Looking For More", as we discuss how to write a christian book. Grace shares her journey of getting her first traditional book deal at only 20 years old and why she decided to write about her faith. She also offers insights on how to decid...

Join me for this episode with Steve Harrison, the man behind the launches of Chicken Soup For The Soul and Rich Dad Poor Dad, as we discuss book launch strategies. Steve is also the creator of the National Publicity Summit. In this interview, we delve into the power of media and publicity for promoting your book, and cover topics like lead times for different publications, creating a "hook&qu...

Join us for an inspiring and informative interview with Gabrielle Stone, one of the most successful self-published authors we've had on the podcast. As the author of "Eat, Pray, #FML" and other popular books, Gabrielle shares her secrets to self-publishing success. In this episode, we cover: Why Gabrielle chose to self-publish and her tips for a successful self-publishing journey Co...

Join me as I chat with Brit Barron, the author of "Worth It", on this episode about how to get a book deal. During our conversation, we explore the following topics: How Brit connected with a publisher and turned down their idea but still secured a book deal Deciding what to prioritize as a creative and entrepreneur The importance of exploring different topics for your book, even if they...

Join me for an insightful interview with Dr. Lois Frankel, the author of "Nice Girls Don't Get The Corner Office," as we discuss how to publish a book. If you're a female author or thinking about writing a book, this episode is for you! Discover how writing a book can benefit those who can't afford to work with you and why niche down your book and marketing is crucial for...

Join us for a fascinating interview with Kathryn Lasky, a prolific author who has written over 100 books including children's books, young adult novels, and historical fiction. In this episode, we explore topics related to traditional publishing such as: How Kathryn landed her first traditional publishing deal as a first-time children’s book author Designing your book cover based on genre and...

Join me as I chat with Elena Cardone, a renowned female entrepreneur, author, actress, and model, about her incredible journey to success. Elena Cardone is the author of "Empire Builder: How To Have It All," and a speaker at the Unbreakable challenge. In this podcast episode, we delve into Elena's story and discuss the following topics: Empowering women and restoring the family unit...

In this podcast episode, I'm thrilled to have Dan Martell, a long-time friend and mentor, discuss his newly released book, "Buy Back Time." As a successful entrepreneur and author, Dan has valuable insights to share on buying back your time and the benefits of writing a book, even if it doesn't align with your core business. During our interview, we cover a variety of topics, i...

Today I'm doing a bonus episode to make the biggest announcement in SPS history. I'm also announcing the future of publishing.   Don't miss this announcement!   To find out more about the future of Publishing and enter to win the Ultimate Writer's Retreat at Bolt Farm Treehouse, go to: selfpublishing.com/thefuture   To schedule a call with the team about helping with your book...

 Today we're making the biggest announcement in Self Publishing School history. This is also the first time I've ever been interviewed on my own podcast.    Learn more about the announcement at: selfpublishing.com/thefuture    On this interview, guest interviewer Matt Emmorey interviews Chandler Bolt to talk about:  -the biggest lessons learned publishing 7,000+ books in the last 8 years...

If you've ever considered turning your book into a movie, this podcast interview is a must-listen. In this episode, I'm joined by Sara McDermott Jain, a 15-year screenplay writer and creator of the Book To Script course. Together, we cover a masterclass on how to turn a book into a movie. During the interview, we delve into a variety of topics, including whether to write the screenplay o...

Join me as I chat with Julie Broad of Book Launchers TV about how to launch a book successfully. In this episode, we cover a variety of topics, including how Julie's first book helped her raise money and grow her real estate investing business. We also discuss how to measure the success of a book launch, which metrics to look at, and which metrics matter. Additionally, we dive into the New Yo...

Join me as I chat with Steve Sims, the author of "Bluefishing" and "Go For Stupid," about traditional book publishing. During this interview, we discuss Steve's experience with publishing his first two books, what he learned from book one to book two, and the mistakes he made with his first book when traditionally publishing. Steve also shares why he chose self-publishing...

If you're interested in launching a speaking career, this podcast interview is a must-listen. Join me as I chat with Dr. Guy Winch, the author of three books and a three-time TED speaker with over five million views on just one of his talks. In this episode, we discuss how to turn your book into a TED or TEDx talk and book your first speaking gig to promote your book. During the interview, we...

If you're an author interested in affiliate marketing, this podcast interview is a must-listen. Join me as I chat with my longtime friend, Matt McWilliams, "The Affiliate Guy," and the author of "Turn Your Passions Into Profits." During this interview, we cover a variety of topics related to affiliate marketing for authors. First, we discuss whether to write your passion b...

If you're an author looking to achieve viral book marketing, you won't want to miss this podcast interview. Join me as I chat with Jonah Berger, the author of "Contagious: Why Things Catch On," The Catalyst, and other books. With over 1 million copies sold and in print in over 35 countries, Jonah is a true expert in viral marketing. During this interview, we discuss why things...

If you're interested in writing a fable, this podcast interview is a must-listen. Join me as I chat with Patrick Lencioni, the G.O.A.T of business fables and the author of 12 books that have sold over 7 million copies. During this interview, we discuss the ins and outs of writing great fables. First, we explore how Patrick's experience writing screenplays helped him get started as an aut...

If you're a pastor or church leader considering writing a book, this podcast interview is a must-listen. Join me as I chat with Carey Nieuwhof, the author of "At Your Best" and "Didn't See It Coming," as well as the host of the Carey Nieuwhof leadership podcast. During this interview, we discuss a variety of topics related to writing a book as a pastor. First, we expl...

If you're considering writing a memoir, this podcast interview with Mary Lawless Lee is a must-listen. Mary is an inspiration, and during our conversation, we cover a range of topics related to memoir writing. First, we explore the difference between the highlight reel of social media and the vulnerability required to write a memoir that truly matters. Mary shares her insights on how to balan...

If you're considering writing a children's book, this podcast interview with Dave Hollis is a must-listen. Dave is the author of "Built Through Courage" and his upcoming children's book "Here's To Your Dreams." During our conversation, we cover a range of topics related to children's book writing. First, Dave shares how he has used books to launch his b...

In this podcast episode, I sit down with Grant Baldwin, the CEO of The Speaker Lab and author of "The Successful Speaker," to talk about hiring a ghostwriter. We dive deep into his experience hiring Jeff Goins as a ghostwriter, the structure of their contract, and whether or not you should consider hiring a ghostwriter for your book. We also discuss how Grant was able to buy back the rig...

In this interview, bestselling author Perry Marshall joins us to discuss how to increase book sales. We cover a range of topics, including: Crafting a compelling book that resonates with readers Staying relevant when writing about rapidly changing topics Perry's strategy to land clients worth over $250,000 from his niche book Using the 80/20 Principle to drive book sales Pricing strategies, i...