Episodes

  • The Power of Doing Your Homework

    The Power of Doing Your Homework
    Jul 25 2015
    This last episode of Publishing Today: Clear Direction for a Changing Industry will explore the power of doing your homework when choosing a publisher. There are so many options that “sound” so good, but using critical thinking and comparing the insinuations and promises in the sales pitch to the actual fine print on the website can save an author time, heartache, and lots of money. Listen as we discuss with 3 different authors their experience with publishers who over promise and under deliver, and discover why Redemption Press is your best choice as a publisher.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • The Power of Connecting with Readers

    The Power of Connecting with Readers
    Jul 18 2015
    In this day and age, the art of connecting with your readers is perhaps the most important of all. In order to stand out from the crowd and have your message heard, you must engage your audience in creative ways and endear them to you. This takes intentional action steps where you, as the author, reach your readers to inspire, stimulate, and evoke authentic emotion and meaningful response. There are so many ways to accomplish this, but how do you know which would work best for you? How do you discover the most effective strategies? This episode of Publishing Today will provide the opportunity for you to learn from experts in the industry, Suzanne and Shawn Kuhn, as they share their vast wisdom on this topic.
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    59 mins
  • The Power of Publishing, Purpose and Provision

    The Power of Publishing, Purpose and Provision
    Jul 11 2015
    Join Publishing Today host and industry pioneer, Athena Dean Holtz, as she celebrates the Declaration of Independence in Publishing in honor of the 4th of July. In this show she will discuss the positives and negatives of traditional publishing as well as independent publishing, why you would self-publish and more importantly, why you wouldn't self-publish. She will also address the power behind purpose and the right motives, along with some of the ways she has seen God provide funds for the publishing process. Don't miss this informative and inspirational episode on the power of publishing, purpose and provision!
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    56 mins
  • The Power of a Blue Ribbon - How to Win a Writers' Contest

    The Power of a Blue Ribbon - How to Win a Writers' Contest
    Jun 27 2015
    Annually, there are more than 550 significant writers’ contests in America, offering a variety of prizes that include such things as plaques and certificates, publication in national magazines, cash payments, college scholarships, tuition to writers’ conferences, and even book contracts. Our guest today will explain how to discover and enter writing contests, how to give yourself the best advantage for winning a contest, and also ways to benefit from contests even if you don’t take first prize.
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    57 mins
  • The Power of Branding - How Developing Your Unique Brand Will Help You Sell More Books

    The Power of Branding - How Developing Your Unique Brand Will Help You Sell More Books
    Jun 20 2015
    In today's publishing landscape, the importance of branding to an author is vital. If done right, it can enhance your career in ways that translate into a larger platform which translates into more books sold. If done wrong, it can slow things down and inhibit your ability to clearly communicate through your website, blog and social media. Simply put, you can't afford to ignore the power of a brand! Join us this Saturday, 6/20 as my guest, award winning novelist and marketing and branding guru, James L. Rubart, shares insider secrets to effective author branding.
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    55 mins
  • The Power of an Article - Promote Your Book by Writing Articles for Print and Internet

    The Power of an Article - Promote Your Book by Writing Articles for Print and Internet
    Jun 13 2015
    Join me for another lively discussion from the Write to Publish Conference on the campus of Wheaton Bible College in the Chicago area. Three writers who've used the power of the pen in articles will share from their success how you can use article writing to effectively promote your book. Learn to use article writing as a gateway to publication as these professionals provide useful wisdom to help you increase your platform and exposure for your writing. Don't miss it!
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    58 mins
  • The Power of Promotion

    The Power of Promotion
    Jun 6 2015
    Join me for a lively discussion from the Write to Publish Conference on the campus of Wheaton Bible College in the Chicago area. One of the best gatherings around where professional writers, editors, agents, and industry professionals equip and empower aspiring authors, veterans authors, and everything in between. I'll be serving on the faculty of the conference, so while there I'll pull aside those who've used the most effective promotional strategies to sell more books and share them with you. We'll also discuss the power of promotion with writing coach Rochelle Melander and you'll discover the best ways for an author to master social media. The publishing landscape continues to change and evolve, with thousands of unpublished authors entering the market every day. All the more reason to find the most effective ways to promote your book and stand out from the crowd!
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    59 mins
  • The Power of The Spoken Word - Sell More Books by Developing or Expanding Your Speaking Platform

    The Power of The Spoken Word - Sell More Books by Developing or Expanding Your Speaking Platform
    May 30 2015
    Did you know that the number one fear across the boards, second only to dying, is public speaking? That's right, the one thing that can most help your book sales could be the most frightening act of your life. That's why you'll want to tune in this Saturday and join us as we discuss The Power of the Spoken Word. As an author, you just can't avoid the word platform when hearing about what it takes to have a successful publishing career. And no matter how you publish, independently or the traditional route, or somewhere in between, as the author, you are encouraged to establish a speaking platform in order to sell more books. Don't miss this dynamic topic. My guests and I will provide you with valuable take away and ideas for taking your speaking strategy to the next level.
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    56 mins