Marketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie Wright: Recent Episodes
Laurie Wright: Children's Author & Marketing Coach
From kindergarten teacher to best selling author, my name is Laurie Wright and I help children’s authors publish and market their books for kids. We talk about productivity, strategies and tactics so that you can grow your impact, even if you only have a few hours a week. I share my biggest AH HAHS, my ups and downs, and I chat with other authors who are busy making their dreams come true. This show is for ambitious #wordnerds who want to make more sales and reach more readers!
Listen in to not only hear about how to set up a back to school marketing campaign, but also learn & understand how to set up a marketing campaign period!
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Books To Help
Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle
Mood Cure
Podcasts To Help
Glennon Doyle / burnout
Andrew Huberman - Dopamine Episode
Affirmation Workbook
Positive Affirmations for SUPER Busy Women
As a children's author, it's easy to get burnt out. You spend endless hours writing, editing, and publishing your work - many authors are burned out before they even get to the marketing! And then it feels like all your effort is for nothing.
It's tough to keep going when you feel like you're not making any progress. Layer in all the day to day pressures and struggles… PLUS you may feel like you're the only one struggling with this problem.
Laurie has been a children's author for 6 years and has dealt with burnout a few times. THIS TIME though, she paid attention. In this episode, she shares what works for her so that you can find what works for you.
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KidLit stack - July 19-26 ONLY
Marketing your children’s books on social media is EASY, and a great way to make money, right?
WRONG.
Not only is it hard to keep up with ever changing platform rules and algorithms, you’re also competing against celebrities … clips of super popular shows like the Office… really funny people making reels and tiktoks and apparently toddlers who do adorable things and have huge followings!
This episode of the show I’m calling ‘Why You Can't Make Money Using Social Media’ offers insight into WHY you've been struggling to make social work.
And good news! You don’t HAVE to be on social media to be successful as a childrens author! Listen in for some better ways.
In-depth Lazy Social Media Marketing Method
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Burnout is a very real problem for many people in creative fields and authors are not immune! When you're constantly pushing yourself to come up with new ideas, and the never ending to do list of regular life, never mind learning marketing & promotion - it's easy to feel overwhelmed and exhausted.
When you feel like you're constantly running on fumes it's tough to keep your creativity alive. You may start to feel like you're not good enough or that your book isn't worth it - or worse, that YOU aren’t worthy.
Never fear - Laurie is here! In this episode, I'll share 5 simple ways to get your creative energy back and keep your creativity flowing.
You'll hear tips on how to set boundaries, take breaks, manage stress, fuel your creativity, and stay organized.
Mentioned in this episode (time sensitive! July 11-16, 2022 only Get a FREE pass to the Childrens Book Mastery Summit)
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It can be tough to grow your book business during the summer months. Kids are out of school, people are on vacation, and it's hot outside!
But that doesn't mean you can't make progress this summer. In fact, there are (at least) five easy things you can do to help your book business grow.
1) Make a plan and set goals for Q4 - the busiest buying season of the year
2) Do your pitching for the holiday season now
Listen to the show to hear the rest!
As mentioned in the episode:
Q4 Masterclass
Marketing for Childrens Authors FB Group
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Listen and hear how you can increase your book profit's as soon as today
✅ What you can do TODAY to increase your profits
✅ How to increase the amount of every sale
✅ Think about THIS before you publish your books
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Ready to break your social media chains?!
This is for all the authors out there who have a true love/hate relationship with social media - you can create content ONCE and be done.
Purchase Lazy Social Media MAGIC for the launch price here
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Hear about two wonderful books if you interested in really amplifying your social presence by going VIRAL!
Brendan's book details how to think about content creation in a new, smarter way, as opposed to the more common 'common sense' model that doesn't work
Books by Brendan Kane:One Million Followers: How I Built a Massive Social Following in 30 DaysHook Point: How to Stand Out in a 3-Second WorldSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WritersWay)
Are you ready for this? This is the first of 3 episodes that will RELEASE you from the chains of social media! (unless you like them, in which case this is not for you)
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Listen to the fifth most downloaded episode of 2021!
Be strategic during your social media time! Four tasks for children's authors to do daily to curate your feed, build and improve relationships, and grow a reader community. This is a repeat of last week's activities because you don't need anything new right now!
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Listen to the 4th most downloaded episode of 2021!
Where are all the people?! You know you need traffic, but where do you find the people... In this episode Laurie shares where to find traffic, how to know what to post, and how to think more strategically.
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Listen to the third most downloaded episode of 2021!
Have you ever wondered why you're getting NO RESULTS from your book marketing activities, even though you're doing exactly what everyone else is?! You'll want to tune in to hear the reason why, in the third and final episode in the TRAFFIC series.
Join Laurie as she shares a new way to think about your book marketing activities.
Find the Pitch kit HERE.
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The number one most downloaded episode of 2021!
Something we all hear often from authors is that they don't know where to start, which is what keeps them STUCK! Overwhelmed with analysis paralysis- because they technically KNOW all that they should be doing, but they just don't know HOW to get started.
Last week Laurie shared an overall book marketing strategy childrens authors can use, and what she helps authors implement.
Today Laurie walks you through the logistics of how you can set it all up!
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Ready for a Social Media SHORTCUT That Will Make Your Life So Much Easier!?
Social media is a huge part of our lives and we want to be successful on it. But it's too easy to get stuck on the content creation hamster wheel of doom. This episode is your escape code from the doom...
I can't believe it took me so many years to figure this out... which is why I'm so excited to share it wth you!
TODAY'S SPECIALS!Video demo of how to use this shortcutDiscount on the BAMM ❤️🔥 membershipDiscount on the Content Marketing Course
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Do you HATE social media? Or maybe just creating content for social? Today's show will help if you know you need to be there, but hate that thought of BEING there.
We talk about a posting strategy you can use to create content that will engage your ideal audience, make your ideal audience feel pulled to you, gets more sales AND grow your audience!
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Use any publicity you get to grow your traffic, and introduce them to you and your book/s.
But how to get publicity?
Today let's chat about how you can borrow traffic using a variety of publicity opportunities.
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Let's BUILD some traffic, on PINTEREST!
It's one of the most under-utilized platforms for book marketing, because people think of it as being for crafters, or DIYers. But it's really an enormous search engine, with people searching for content just like YOURS.
Have a listen to see if you want to give it a try.
TODAY'S SPECIAL!
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Ever feel like your social posts are drowning in a sea of other social posts?
That no one sees them, or maybe no one cares? Listen in today to hear about why sometimes it's more important to interact with other people, than post. Spend more time commenting, replying, and engaging than posting and you'll see a drastic improvement in the response your posts get.
Today's SPECIAL!
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🎶 On the seventh day of Christmas my true Laurie gave to me 🎁
A look at (most) of the social channels, to give you an idea of what they an all do for you as a childrens authors. How much time do you have? Do you WANT to be on social?
Good questions to ask yourself before committing to all.the.things!
Today's SPECIAL!
SPIN TO WIN - lots of fun things you can win, click the link and play the game.
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🎶 On the sixth day of Christmas my true Laurie gave to me 🎁
A robust email list!! Every author's fav subject - haha...
I'll never stop talking about the importance of an email list.
sorrynotsorry.
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On the fifth day of Christmas my true Laurie gave to me 🎶 🎁
When an author first starts to work with me, we start FIRST on the metadata (listen to Day 1 of this series) and THEN we look at their book page! It's just that important.
When you first start publishing, you don't know what you don't know, but once you know... it can be cringy.
Have a listen and then go look at your book page and see what needs improving!
Today's bonus is a video on how to do your A+ content, which is a new addition to the book page since this episode first came out - watch it here.
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HOW do we get those super engaged fans? And why do we want them even?!
Day 4 of the 12 Days of Marketing for Childrens Authors is all about creating and nurturing super ENGAGED FANS! You don't need to be viral or have millions of fans, but with just a few hundred SUPERFANS every book launch would be a success, and your book business would grow exponentially!
A great book to read about how to create and nurture these Superfans is by Pat Flynn and you can check it out here.
Today's BONUS is super fun! Click here and spin the wheel to see what you'll win.
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On the third day of Christmas my true Laurie gave to me.... 🎁You can have the BEST book, the most engaging content ever made in the history of engaging content, but if no one ever sees it then what's the point? This is a great way to burn out quickly.
When you understand the types of traffic, how you can use them all to get more eyeballs on your books then you are GOLD baby, gold.
Grab the PDF to remember these HERE
Today's BONUS is email templates to pitch a podcast or an influencer, for some borrowed traffic. (You can also adapt these for other pitches)
➡️Grab them in Guide #4 in the FB group www.facebook.com/groups/wrightersclub/
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On the second day of Christmas my true Laurie gave to me.... 🎁
Being an indie author is a lonely endeavour, if you try to do it alone!
Grab some friends and listen to FIVE ideas that will make your book marketing easier.
As discussed in the show --> A quick visual of a clean link.
This is NOT a ‘clean’ link --> https://www.amazon.ca/George-Martins-Thrones-5-Book-Boxed/dp/0345535529/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=book&qid=1575070603∣=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&sr=8-1
Cut it off after the ASIN like this -->https://www.amazon.ca/George-Martins-Thrones-5-Book-Boxed/dp/0345535529/
OR even shorter and simpler without the title! --> https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0345535529/
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🎁 THROWBACK to 12 Days of Marketing 🎁
This series first came out in 2019 and it is STILL relevant and timely!
If your book doesn't have these things in place, it will not sell well, period.
Enjoy Day 1, all about Pre Marketing
Get HALF OFF the Metadata course for 12 days!
Grab it here 👈
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Have you ever just wanted to know what it takes to have a solid book marketing system? If YES, then this is for you!
Join Laurie for the BIG PICTURE overview of an excellent book marketing system, specifically for childrens authors.
Website template I talked about
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Written by Becca Syme, 'Dear Writer, You Need To Quit' isn't specifically written for childrens authors, but is definitely still applicable.
This book is part of a whole "Dear Writer' series which is a very cool premise. This one has 15 chapters on things you should QUIT, and those are bookended by 'The Bad news' at the beginning and 'The Good News' at the end!
Have a look at her other books on her site BetterFasterAcademy.com and have a listen to her podcast, The Quitcast.
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Welcome to Season FOUR!
Over the past 3 years we've done a variety of things on here.. we started with interviews and spent over a year listening to interviews with other indie authors of varying experience about how they made it happen for themselves.
Then we started to have more specific topics on the show, and I went looking for guests who could speak to things like seasonal books, rapid release and how it related to childrens books, diversity in childrens literature and loads more.
During the pandemic my recording schedule got messed up right along with our lives, and I fell off the podcasting wagon.
But I miss it when I don't do it. I miss helping in this way.
This summer I put my thinking cap on and tried hard to figure out how I could put out consistent shows that were helpful and valuable, and of course about my fav topic MARKETING!
I think I've come up with a good system for this season, a way to keep me on track and teaching YOU.
Listen to the show to hear more!
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Struggling to find new readers and make sales? You might need to back up a few steps and think about how you're getting traffic.
The basics of book marketing are: turn the traffic you have into a captive audience, engage and connect with them, and ultimately convert them to loyal fans (and paying customers). Here are four ways you can borrow someone else's audience, connect with them, and start to build your own loyal audience.
(the great book on focusing on our customer's experience I mentioned is HERE)
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Join Laurie as she shares 5 actionable tips to be more productive when you're online.
Will these tips help you write or sell your books? NOPE.
But they WILL help you to spend
- less time sorting emails
- less time wading through posts from people that bring you down
- MORE time on what matters!
Childrens authors! Spend 10 minutes a day this week and clean your digital house!
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The truth is, the shine usually wears off of running a book business, sometime after you publish, and when you realize how much work the marketing is.
In this show you'll learn the 5 TOP things you can do on a weekly basis, that will always work to move your book business forward. And by moving it forward, you can banish the boredom, and stay motivated!
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How do you act when you go to a party? Do you hover in corners, eye cast down, making sure not to cross anyone's path? Or do you mingle a bit, shake hands, make eye contact and say 'hello'?
Believe it or not, social media is just like a party! And Facebook groups are someone else's party. Have a listen to today's episode to make sure you're not being a Kanye at other people's parties. And then bookmark this show in particular, to share with people who do drive by link drop offs.
SHARE THIS EVERYWHERE! 👉https://kite.link/socialmediaetiquette 👈
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Imposter Syndrome.Not sure my HBa in Psych (15 years ago) qualifies me to speak about this issue.... but it's something that many authors struggle with - especially Indie authors who haven't got an 'official' publisher behind them validating their story.
This episode isn't the ultimate guide on the perfect ways to overcome your self doubts and brush off imposter syndrome for good. Instead it's a 30 day plan to HACK your way to more self-confidence, and trick your brain into forgetting the doubts you have.
Say it with me, "I AM a successful childrens author".
Pick up the cheatsheet at https://lauriewrightauthor.com/hackyourmindsetShare the episode!
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Join Laurie as she gets to know author and publicist Jane Owen. Jane was able to PIVOT last year, and instead of feeling sorry for herself (for not * too* long) she set to work working a lifelong goal happen.
Find Jane's book here on her website, and connect with her on
instagram here and here!
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What matters when it comes to analytics? Author and metrics expert Brandi Johnson is here again, walking us through what's important to track when it comes to metrics, and what we should DO with that information! Share with a friend
Website metrics, social media metrics, email analytics --> what's the most important part of all of these? Brandi breaks it all down in a really easy to understand way for us.
Grab Brandi's book HERE and make sure to take advantage of the free resources that come with the book.
Missed the first time Brandi was here? Listen now!
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Author and publishing coach Lene Dybdaul chats with Laurie about money making activities authors can do. Share with a friend
Lene shares her tips for book marketing... she suggests planning in advance and building an audience even BEFORE your book is published, so that you can launch your book to a waiting audience. #smart
A congratulatory SHOUT OUT to all authors launching their books this week, and a specific round of applause for these two!
CONGRATS to Caitlin Bangsund, for a book that's been in her brain for years now. It's finally out, and it's SO good! Grab it HERE.
More congrats to Linda Steinbock who is helping kids process the pandemic experience, specifically their feelings about parents going back to work. This gorgeous book is super relatable for all of us this year. Grab it HERE
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Take a common HACK and make it work for you!
You've likely gotten this weird FB message from a friend of yours, I've had them from my 80 yr old aunt, my tech savvy cousin in law, and another author.... it's a YT link and just one single sentence... listen now and then tag me when you make your hooky post! @lauriewrightauthor
Join the fun on Facebook HERE
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It’s almost here and I am NOT prepared! Who’s with me?
Today on the show I’m sharing quick content ideas you can put into action with very little preparation.
I know I LOOOVE a good social script, it doesn’t get any easier than plugging in a pre-written post, does it?
If you want:
- 3 social post scripts
- 6 Valentines’ related ‘sign offs’ - use in emails, live videos or social posts
- 2 promo ideas
- 14 low-medium competition hashtags
Raise your hand by clicking HERE to get quick and easy to implement ideas!
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I made you something! Something to help cut through the noise of what you think you should be doing, that outlines all the things you NEEd to be doing, to market your book for kids.
I made it to cut through all that NoisE you see online.Here’s what you actually NEED to do:
- You need to create valuable content , consistently.
- You need a place to gather your fans.
- You need a way to talk to your fans.
- And sometimes you need to make an offer to them too.
On my site marketingforchildrensauthors.com, in the resources bank, you will find a module called ‘Author Tasks and Time Management’. There is a 15 minute video going over the tasks you need to be doing, and how much time to budget for each one - daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly.
Take a few hours this coming week - make a copy of the trello board - and plan out the next few months.
It will help with the overwhelm, with that feeling of going in circles, and the shameful feeling of never doing ENOUGH. You’ll make a plan, and you’ll stick with it.
Go to marketingforchildrensauthors NOW, and listen to that video, and know that I made it for you with all kinds of LUV - to help you get more done, and feel good about it.
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The Kidlit creator stack has been on my mind all day, and I had to share about it because it’s gone in just a week! But that got me thinking about all the other resources out there in the wild that you might enjoy as well.
From zero dollars to $800 there is a range in here, but all are worth exploring! First off, decide what you need help with the MOST. Is it writing, publishing, editing, formatting, marketing, social media marketing, growing an email list, or even just understanding the overall process of self-publishing?
There’s something here for ALL of that. Send me a message if you need help to know which is perfect for YOU.
Links!Kidlit Creator Stack ($49)Amazon Ads by Dave Chesson ($0)Rise Inner Circle (free trial for 30 days)Mark Dawson Ads for Authors ($849)20 Books to 50k -FB group (free group - follow the rules!)Marketing for Childrens Authors (my site! Lots, lots of price points, free up)
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Join Laurie as she shares 10 actionable tips to get you up and running with book marketing!
Take these ten tips and get GOING! Practice your elevator pitch, know your numbers, build an author network and MORE!
Links mentioned:
Marketing for Childrens Authors group on Facebook
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Join Laurie as she chats with Tonya Duncan Ellis, author of the award winning, best selling Sophie Washington children's books series. Tonya's books recount the adventures of a precocious African American preteen from Houston, TX and her diverse group of friends. Each funny and heartwarming story teaches lessons about friendship, responsibility, truthfulness and perseverance. Who doesn't need more of that for their preteen?!Contact InfoFacebook - @tonyaellisbooks
Instagram - @tonyaellisbooks
Twitter - @TonyaDEllis
https://tonyaduncanellis.com/
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You’ve seen others make it look so easy. You’ve tried doing it yourself a few times, but it never seems to go to plan.
Every time you get close to figuring out your book marketing, something goes wrong. Maybe you run out of steam.
You get distracted....
...maybe there’s a pandemic and all your kids are home and you can’t concentrate because the world is going to shit...
Time to change that.
This time you’re going to be ready!
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It's time to get OFF the hustle train!
Why not approach your book marketing with playful curiosity instead?
Maybe it's just me, but in the past I've approached my book biz with a huge 'hustle' energy and in 2021 I want to not do that anymore! Did I really sign up for 5 New Year's challenges?
Have a listen and see if you can relate.
Important Links:
The email organization episode
The Wrighter's Club (on FB)
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It's the last day of the Indie Author Income Accelerator series!
Today we chat about the #1 trick to actually put this system into practice and make it successful.
Sign up for the FREE email series at laurieclass.com, or join the companion class for the video walkthroughs, templates and swipes.
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What happens next? You've generated some traffic and some leads, you have actual people on your email list, NOW WHAT?!
Today is all about what to say, how to say it and what you can sell in addition to your book.
Important Links
Templates I mentioned
Email of the Month Club
Companion Class
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On today's show we talk about what the traffic strategy is, how to do it and all the nitty gritty!
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Today is RESEARCH day!
I walk you through how to use the google keyword planner tool to find great keywords and phrases that your target audience will actually be using. This one step can make a HUGE difference in how your content is received.
If you want study notes and clickable links, sign up for the email transcripts at laurieclass.com.
If you want over the shoulder walkthroughs, templates, etc, sign up for the companion class.
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Today is TECH day!
I want you to have an understanding of exactly what you’ll need to make this system happen - and it isn’t all that much. Sign up for the email transcripts at laurieclass.com.
Mailerlite or Active Campaign (an Email Service Provider)
Stripe.com or PayPal.com (or both!)
Google docs
Canva
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Welcome to the Indie Author Income Accelerator series!
All week you can look forward to a short daily episode. Each will be a small piece of a larger marketing strategy. Use this well laid out strategy to grow your traffic, generate leads, grow your email list and ultimately accelerate your income!
Want the email transcripts for great study notes? Grab them here!
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Becky is a super successful children's author by anyone's standards. Her advice for new authors? Set a time to write each week as if it a doctor appointment - just do it!
Listen and get to know, her story and find out what she's planning next.
Contact Info:
Becky Cummings
www.authorbcummings.com
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Join Laurie as she talks with Foreword Publicity, a PR firm for children's authors! Lori Orlinsky & Aly Bourque share eleven tips for holiday marketing in 2020, answer marketing questions, and share about some new services too!
Make sure to check out their incredible giveaway ➡️ Enter for the chance to win a FREE virtual book tour!
Read the blog post to take some notes >>> here <<< or download the tip sheet for super easy access >>> here <<<.
Contact Info:
www.forewordpublicity.com
Facebook:
@forewordpublicity
Instagram
@forewordpublicity
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Join Laurie as she speaks with Miranda, who shares marketing wins and flops!
Her BIG goal: Raise as much money as possible for charities that support children and animals. Through her Charity of the Quarter program, she donates a portion of the proceeds from each book sold to a non-profit every quarter, and she has raised over $8,000 to date!
Contact Info
www.pawsandthinkbooks.com
Youtube
Facebook: @pawsandthinkbooks
Instagram: @pawsandthinkbooks
Twitter: @_pawsandthink
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This is the second time I was lucky enough to chat with Jaclyn on the podcast waaaayyy back in the beginning- it was episode 6! It's always nice to chat with a friend.
Since we last spoke, she's launched a new series meant to empower young girls with confidence to be themselves and try new things, even if they are afraid they might fail. Now, doesn't THAT sound something we all need?Contact Info
Mymomistheworst.com
30 Story Prompts!
FB/IG @StoriesbyJKCoy
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Join Laurie as she chats with astronomer, teacher, educator and now writer - Cecilia Caballero. Ceci travels the globe to catch eclipses and spends new moons gazing up at the stars. She's turned her love of the stars into a publishing house and turned her children's bedtime stories into fabulous books! Cecilia has learned some things along the way and is happy to share, here with us.
Contact Info
ceci@bellelunebooks.com
https://www.facebook.com/cecicaballeroauthor/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecilia-caballero-m-ed-2329a1139/
https://www.instagram.com/cecicaballeroauthor/
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Laurie talks with author and publishing coach April Cox about how she got started, and how she helps authors. April's goal with her books is to help those returning back to school to have a safe, inclusive and bully-free environment.
Contact Info
www.thelittlelabradoodle.com
FB: @thelittlelabradoodle
IG: @thelittlelabradoodle
YouTube: Self-PublishingMadeSimple
Twitter: lil-labradoodle
Pinterest: thelittlelabradoodle
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Author and marketing expert Brandi Johnson joined me on the show today to talk about her publishing experience and to help children's authors with the big marketing B! ('B' stands for beast, of course 😜)
Marketing your children's book when you have no background in it feels so overwhelming. Most of us end up doing what we see others doing - posting on social media with our fingers crossed, a hope and a prayer!
Brandi's approach:
"I wanted to be able to help people get out of the overwhelm on marketing. Because there are so many gurus out, there are so many corporate marketers that say, if you're not doing X or not doing Y, then you're not gonna make it. And my tact on it is very different, about really sustainable and achievable marketing."
https://minimumviablemarketing.com/
https://www.instagram.com/hey.brandi/
https://twitter.com/brandinews
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Are Facebook ads on your to-do list?
Stacy Bauer joins Laurie on the podcast and achieves the impossible - she managed to get Laurie excited to try Facebook ads again!
For those of you who don't already know Stacy, she is the author of the best selling Cami Kangaroo & Wyatt Too series. Becoming a published author has been a dream of Stacy's since childhood and 3 years ago, she made that dream a reality!
Contact Info
www.stacycbauer.com
instagram.com/stacycbauer
facebook.com/stacycbauer
twitter.com/stacycbauer1
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Join Laurie as she shares a yucky stat about how many emails people get on average a day, and some ways to help reduce the overwhelm!
Want to organize your gmail? Go >>here<< and watch Kelly Stocker's videos, this will be life-changing!
For the compete show notes head to Laurie's website >>HERE<<.
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Join Laurie as she speaks with Lori Orlinsky and Alysson Bourque, the founders of 'Foreword Publicity'.
As indie authors we have to wear all the hats and do all the things! It's overwhelming, time consuming and it can lead to authors giving up on their book dreams, because there is just so much to know. If you've felt like that before you are going to LOVE this episode - these two authors have recently started a PR company specializing in children's books.
Built by authors, for authors - they really know their stuff.
Find them at:
www.forewordpublicity.com
www.alycatseries.com
www.loriorlinskyauthor.com
Facebook:
@forewordpublicity
Instagram
@forewordpublicity
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Join Laurie as she talks about time, how little we all have and how to make it as an author EVEN IF we only have an hour a day!
Grab the Author Tasks and Time Management List mentioned in the episode - free to make an account but you do need to sign up!
Click here to access it
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Join Laurie and author Nicole Filippone as they talk about the Facebook strategy that Nikki used to group her following from 200 to over 18000 in a matter of months!
Nikki is a part-time author on paper, but full-time author at heart. She spends nights, weekends, and lunch hours working on her author ventures and loves it - most of the time.
Nikki's big goal is just to help as many people as possible, which shines through in the show. Enjoy listening!
Facebook.com/nicolefilipponeauthor
instagram.com/nikki.filippone
nicolefilipponeauthor.com
Wondering why your books aren't selling? Hop over here and Diagnose your Book Sales!
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Join Laurie and author Nicole Filippone as they talk about book marketing, kickstarters and the ups and downs of the publishing journey.
Nikki is a part-time author on paper, but full-time author at heart. She spends nights, weekends, and lunch hours working on her author ventures and loves it - most of the time.
Nikki's big goal is just to help as many people as possible, which shines through in the show. Enjoy listening!
Facebook.com/nicolefilipponeauthor
instagram.com/nikki.filippone
nicolefilipponeauthor.com
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Join Laurie and Lindsay as they talk about finding illustrators, funding kickstarters, and getting it all done at nap time!
Lindsay is a mother of four (including identical twin girls who just turned 1 year old!) and an aspiring children's book author. Her maternity leave with the twins inspired her to find creative ways to support overwhelmed mothers of babies, and her debut picture book took form, The Lovely Haze of Baby Days. She is currently on extended maternity leave from her full-time job as a Business Developer, focused on Health innovation, at the University of Southern Denmark.
So far Lindsay is enjoying watching the dream & vision take shape. It's a thrill every time she opens that 'new illustration' email. She also loves fantasizing about all the ways her book might have a positive impact... she hopes when you ask her about the BEST part of publishing a book in a year, that it will be HEARING about the positive impact (and not just dreaming about it).
w: www.lindsaykmadsen.com
IG: @the.madsen.littles
FB: Life & Love as Mama
Support her Kickstarter here!
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Join Laurie and author Diane Elgin as they talk about the ups and downs that happen when you take on book publishing!
Diane Elgin is currently a full time writer and part time homeschool art teacher.
She taught kindergarten for 16 years but recently she felt the need to write for kids. She wrote Daddy, How Does a Sloth Give a Hug about 12 years ago. Diane believes the story should teach you something so that you can learn from the character’s experiences and then grow from what you have learned. Most of her picture books are for ages two to eight years old. Diane’s second book, Rain, Rain, Come Again, is now available!
Have a listen to the show and see if you would have kept on going if you were in Diane's place.
Facebook @authordianeelgin
Instagram dianeelginauthor
Twitter dianeelgin@picturebks
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Join Laurie with author Matthew Ralph as they talk about handy ways to write (it's not what you think!), how to get in touch with influencers, and what to NOT do when you're just starting out!
Matthew Ralph is a British children’s book author who lives in London, UK. He is the author of the number one best-selling children’s picture book series “Sam The Speedy Sloth”, which has been awarded Amazon’s prestigious “All-Star” bonus several times for being in the top 10 most-read illustrated books on Amazon.
Matt has some great thoughts on how to show up on social media - have a listen!
www.mattralphthewriter.com
Instagram: @mattralphthewriter
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/mattralphthewriter
Twitter: @mattralphwriter
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Join Laurie with author Heather Robyn as they talk about Heather's funny TikTok videos (how much time do those really take to make?!).
Heather teaches Informatics Education for Stanford Hospital, holds a Doctorate degree in Education and worked for several years as a Social Worker with foster youth and homeless veterans. She really enjoyed the work and helping others which spills over into her books. At the end of the day, Heather really just wants her books to help people.
Heather has some solid advice for children's authors based on her own experiences... listen to the show now to hear it!
Facebook: Robyn’s Nest
Instagram: @heathererobynauthor
Twitter: @HeatherRobyn2
TikTok: @heathererobynauthor
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Join Laurie as she shares what other authors had to say about their own experiences!
Thank you to the following for your contributions to this episode!
Pilar Marie
Lauren Eresman
Elisavet Arkolaki
Stacy Schoppenhorst Bauer
Meghan Drew Foster
Ashly Curren
Nikki Filippone
Have a listen so you can either realize you aren't alone in your mistakes, or make sure not to repeat them! Find Laurie on Facebook and join the WRIGHTERSCLUB to improve your book marketing!
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How do children’s authors build strong book businesses and grow their impact? By hanging out with Laurie, here on the Writers Way!
This season is for published children’s authors who are passionate about fulfilling their dreams, who want to be successful and are always looking for new ways to learn and hit their goals.
Today, a story and the plan for this season - next week is going to be about achieving your author dreams in an hour a day so that you still have time for your family, and maybe even your spouse! ...if they’re lucky... ;)
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Since the death of George Floyd I’ve been among the many people trying to learn more about race and racism, and vowing to do better.
It’s been eye opening for me. Also embarrassing.
How is there so much that I didn’t know?
For weeks I stayed mostly silent, to listen and to learn what I could.
But I had questions.
I was nervous to ask my questions though. Having recently realized the extent of my ignorance, I was equal parts ashamed, embarrassed and scared to ask them out loud.
Luckily I have patient and wonderful friends, who are also authors! One of them was generous enough to chat with me on the podcast, so that you can learn along with me.
Camryn Wells - author of The Color, Feel, Play series’ - and I had a great conversation and she was full of sage wisdom I am happy to share with you here.
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Naibe is Mexican-American Multi-Emmy award-winning journalist based in Los Angeles California, a speaker, and an author. She and Laurie talk books, the need for representation in children's books, and of course, the coronavirus and how it's impacting her book business.
Find Naibe on social media @contodopress, or on her website contodopress.com
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Here is ONE thing that you can do differently on your social media posts that will improve your audience engagement.
Not to mention, you've spent this week paying it forward to others which in the end helps you out too!
Doesn't it feel great to help?
Remember to join the FB group here!
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You just want to focus on writing books for kids, but you know you need to market them too. 🤷Facebook is powerful because it's where everyone is!
But it can quickly get to feel heavy in there.
We often end up avoiding it because the negativity is TOO MUCH.
Today you'll learn in just two easy steps how to curate your Facebook feed. You'll be surprised at the improvement after just a few days.
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Focusing on helping others, even a simple message, helps US too. 😊 We feel more grounded, and begin to focus on the things we can do, rather than the things we can't. Today is the second day in the activity ladder, and you have two types of people to focus on. 🗣 Let's see how it helps you!
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While typical 'buy my book' marketing feels out of touch during a pandemic, it's actually not a great strategy at ANY time, crisis or not.
Strengthening relationships & growing connections are ALWAYS a great way to market your books, but especially now while the world is reeling.
Here is a straightforward tip to get you started this week.
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Are your kids suddenly at home with you, making any kind of work seem impossible? Jo Ebisujima is an author, educator and a maker of fun! She understands how difficult it is to squeeze everything in, and she has an uncanny knack for showing you how to break things down into do-able bite-sized kaizen steps. With her no-BS attitude, she guides you to set up systems in your home so that everything runs more smoothly for you and your family.
Her website: https://jojoebi.com/
Her books: https://www.amazon.com/Gallery-Museum-Survival-Guide-Parents-ebook/dp/B00KHQUSS6
On social! @jojoebi
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Are you ready to build (or improve) your reader community? The final piece of the puzzle is what we talk about today. When and how often should you share (an email or a post) with your community? And what can you do if you aren't able to do that every day?
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Once you've thought about where you want your community to grow, who you want there with you, and how you'll show up, it's time to think about what it is you want to share. There are LOADS of options, and I highly recommend narrowing it down to a few topics, for your sake.
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Let's plan, shall we? When you first start to build your community, who do you want there with you? What types of people - adults or kids? What types of adults? Nature lovers, parents, scientists? What will you share with them, there is so much to choose from! And, most importantly, how to do all of this WELL.
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All children’s authors should think about how they can incorporate community building into their marketing, or beef it up if it's already being done. NOW IS THE TIME. The world needs to feel connected, even though we are all alone, and you have the opportunity to nurture a community like never before!
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What should children's authors do now, as the world tilts sideways? Should we continue creating and selling our books, or is it the time to give up? You likely know my take on the situation: it’s NOT the time to give up creating books for kids or to stop marketing. It’s the time to dig deep within ourselves, to continue bringing our work to the world, for children. It's also time to allow ourselves more grace.
Introducing Marketing Minutes on the Writer's Way podcast! Short, easy to digest, actionable ideas for you to continue working on your book business even now, during these stressful times.
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How Bookbub Works - New Feature Deal
Listen as Balachander Vijayakumar explains a new offering from Bookbub and how it went for him.
Children's authors! If you don't have a clue what Bala is talking about, go back to part 1 or 2 in this series to understand what the Bookbub service can do for you.
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How Does Bookbub Work For Children's Authors? with Andrea Kamenca
Author Andrea Kamenca joins Laurie on The Writer's Way to talk about her vast Bookbub experience!
How DOES it all work, anyway?
FREE RESOURCES FOR AUTHORS
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Bookbub Review (and How to!) for Children's Authors! [Podcast Audio 2020]
Free and discounted ebooks are great promotional tools for children's authors, but only if our readers know about them!
Tune in for background info and insight about BookBub promotions. Listen to an overview of what they are as well as for the motivation to keep trying!
Understand why Bookbub promos are in such high demand, in this intro to a 3 part series.
Find the sheet Laurie mentioned at LaurieWrightAuthor.com/BookBub
bookbub #indieauthor
Need to sell more books? Start HERE.
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Publishing Stem Books For Kids with Tiffani Teachey!
She is a part-time author and a fulltime engineer. As an engineer with more than fifteen years of experience, Tiffani has a passion for inspiring the next generation to engage in STEM careers.
She values being able to give back and enjoys speaking to kids about her book - What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z.
Connect with Tiffani!
Facebook: TiffaniTeachey
Instagram: TiffaniTeachey
Find her books on Amazon
Aspiring children's authors - start here!
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Today I got to chat with Mary Nhin. She is a fabulously multitalented woman with multiple businesses, books, and more on the go! She's on a mission to help others think more freely, work more passionately, and live more purposefully.
Connect with Mary!
Facebook: Marynhin
Instagram: Marynhin
Find her books on Amazon
Find her tips on Patreon!
Aspiring children's authors - start here!
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From Creating Movies To Writing Children's Books, this power couple is making things happen.
Sarah & Rew Jones are a wife/husband duo with a background in filmmaking. They are incredibly creative and do it all together while raising five kids.
You're going to be amazed at everything they do!
Connect with Sarah and Rew!
Facebook: SarahRewJones
Instagram: SarahRewJones
Find their company CheckeredOwl!
Facebook: checkeredowl
Instagram: checkeredowl
Twitter: checkeredowl
The link we mentioned -- https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/G201834180
Aspiring children's authors - start here!
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Today I got the chance to talk to Jordan Blair, creator and host of the ‘Dreamful Podcast’.
Jordan started with a desire to write stories for kids and then turned it into something else - a bedtime podcast (and it's not just kids who listen!).
We talk about her process, her successes and her achievements! I hope you enjoy it!
Find Jordan!
Instagram: @dreamfulpodcast
Facebook: Facebook.com/dreamfulpodcast
Podcast: Dreamful Podcast
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Aspiring children's authors - start here!
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Breaking World Records with children's author Miriam Laundry!
I wanted to hear from Miriam when I found out that she set a Guinness world record 5 years ago for the largest online book discussion in a 24-hour period.
More than 100,000 children and adults participated in this record with the purpose of promoting positive mental health, which you know is a topic dear to my heart as well.
I hope you enjoy getting to know Miriam as much as I did!
#WorldRecords
Connect with Miriam -
Facebook: @MiriamLaundryFanPage
Twitter: @MiriamLaundry
Instagram: @miriam.laundry
Pinterest: LaundryBooks
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Writing Tips For Beginners with Kate Woodard.
Kate has the very best advice for writers! She says 'allow yourself to write crap'. Get in the habit of writing every day and eventually it won't be crap anymore!
A simple but powerful way to develop your writing muscles.
WritingAdvice
Find Kate at http://www.katewoodard.com
Follow Kate on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katewoodardstories/
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This week we learn lessons from failure and how motivating that can be!
Jeff is a school Principal that didn't like school as a child and it's what makes him a terrific educator!
It also gave him a unique perspective for writing his book, 'One Drop of Kindness'.
Jeff says he's had great lessons from failures, and it's only inspired him to persist with his project and help more kids.
Find Jeff - http://www.jeffkubiak.com
Connect with Jeff - http://www.twitter.com/@jeffreykubiak,
https://www.facebook.com/GusTheKindnessKid/
Read Jeff's blog - https://jeffkubiak.blogspot.com/
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Authors Helping Authors with Alva Sachs!
Having been a teacher for 16 years, Alva knows exactly what kids need. She says we need to respect where children are coming from, lift them up with support and understanding and HEAR them.
This is what she's doing with her books, and it's her purpose and her mission in life.
She also loves to help other authors achieve their publishing dreams!
Find Alva's books - https://amzn.to/2PR4RDt
Find Alva! - https://www.alvasachs.com
On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/alva.sachs
On LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvasachs/in
On Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/AlvaSachs
On Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alva.sachs/
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Kelly returns to the Writer's Way podcast a year later to discuss her life and publishing journey over the last year as well as to reveal her opinions about writing and marketing seasonal children's books.
You'll love her story about her serendipitous meeting with her Illustrator!
Her stories about the publishing process will have you completely relating to her!
Take a listen and fall in love with the idea of writing a seasonal children's book.
Check out the show notes -> https://lauriewrighter.com/seasonalchildrensbooks
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With guest expert Rebecca P Morgan, you’re about to learn the benefits your writing business will reap when you utilize a LinkedIn account. Then you’ll learn 5 steps on how to set up your account effectively, plus a couple bonus steps at the end!
Connect with Laurie and Rebecca on LinkedIn:
Rebecca -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccapmorgan/
Laurie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewrighter/
The show notes are at http://lauriewrighter.com/linkedin/.
Get the FREE guide 5 Ways For Authors & Illustrators To Get Started On LinkedIn! -> https://chooseawesomecoaching.com/authors/
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Pursuing Your Purpose: Canadian Vice-Principal Nicole Hoye has a very busy life, but she was still able to get her book published!
How? She says when you combine your purpose and your WHY, it's easier because it's not work. #purpose
Nicole has great tips for productivity and time and management, and she also shares about her experience with a publishing package
(spoiler alert - she had a TERRIFIC experience!).
She also shares some great tips about things to ask a potential publisher if you're exploring that route.
Connect with Nicole - http://www.nicolehoye.com
Find Nicole on Facebook - http://Facebook.com/nicolehoyeauthor
Follow Nicole on Instagram - http://Instagram.com/teacherflair
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12 Days of Marketing 🎁
Day 12 - Content Marketing! Can be confusing, but it's a great way to share about your book! Find out how!
Find courses at MarketingForChildrensAuthors.com
12DaysofMarketing
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Never Give Up Your Dream!
Author Navnish Khera has some great advice for new children's writers: never stop dreaming and never stop taking action.
She shares with me where she gets her ideas from and how her award-winning journey started!
NeverGiveUp
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12 Days of Marketing 🎁
Day 11 - I've got lots of ideas from my author friends to share so have a listen!
Authors -
Stacy Bauer - https://amzn.to/
Rebecca Yee-Peters - https://amzn.to/
Elisavet Arkolaki - https://www.kickstarter.com/
and blog - http://maltamum.com
Kelly Grettler - https://amzn.to/
Courtney Petruzzelli - https://amzn.to/
Belinda George is the onesies reading principal
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12 Days of Marketing 🎁
Day 9 - Using Pinterest to build your own engagement
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12 Days of Marketing 🎁
Day 7 - Social Media!
Link to LinkedIn podcast and Twitter podcast
AND here is the pdf mentioned in the episode https://lauriewrightauthor.com/traffic
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12 Days of Marketing 🎁
Day 4 - Link to the pdf I reference in here, for people to grab --> https://lauriewrightauthor.com/fans
and info from Day 3!
AND here is the pdf mentioned in the episode https://lauriewrightauthor.com/traffic
12DaysofMarketing
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Laura Camby McCaskill grew up watching her mom submit manuscripts to publishers, and then receive rejection letters, over and over again.
When Laura was an adult, she got her mom a very special birthday present. It's a very touching story that I know you're going to love.
Laura and her mom's story really play on the heartstrings and I think we can all relate - for most of us getting published is a lifelong dream! I appreciated Laura's words of wisdom, that you need to do some research to understand the difference between types of publishers.
Have you purchased a package like Laura did? What was your experience?
Find her on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lcambymccaskill
On Instagram https://www.Instagram.com/LCMcCaskill
Check out her book-> https://amzn.to/2qdR810, https://amzn.to/2LbMRlI
Read the show notes-> https://lauriewrightauthor.com/laura-camby/
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COACHING. 👉 Laurie does personal consulting for aspiring AND struggling authors! Set up a free 10 minute call: https://LaurieWright.as.me/discovery to see if it's a good fit ⭐️
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12 Days of Marketing 🎁
Day 3 - MarketingForChildrensAuthors.com
--> here is the pdf mentioned in the episode ❤️️
12DaysofMarketing
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30 Story Ideas in 30 Days! Are You Ready For It?!
Story Prompt - 30 What happens if your character has to redo something over and over, why? How do they break free?
Send me a voicemail with your story prompt ideas at https://www.speakpipe.com/TheWritersWayPodcast.
👉Find me at lauriewrightmedia.com!
COACHING. 👉Wanna kill it on Amazon? I do personal consulting for aspiring AND struggling authors! Set up a free 10 minute call: https://LaurieWright.as.me/discovery to see if it's a good fit ⭐️
FREE TRAINING. 👉Have you been thinking of writing a picture book but you're not sure if your idea is good or not? Let me be your guide! I have a free online course you can take in an afternoon, that will help you decide if if your idea is worth pursuing. Check it out: https://www.creativewrighter.com/p/suckyorstupendous
30days30stories
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30 Story Ideas in 30 Days! Are You Ready For It?!
Story Prompt 29 - Friends go for a treat after school and discover a mysterious note!
Send me a voicemail with your story prompt ideas at https://www.speakpipe.com/TheWritersWayPodcast.
👉Find me at lauriewrightmedia.com!
COACHING. 👉Wanna kill it on Amazon? I do personal consulting for aspiring AND struggling authors! Set up a free 10 minute call: https://LaurieWright.as.me/discovery to see if it's a good fit ⭐️
FREE TRAINING. 👉Have you been thinking of writing a picture book but you're not sure if your idea is good or not? Let me be your guide! I have a free online course you can take in an afternoon, that will help you decide if if your idea is worth pursuing. Check it out: https://www.creativewrighter.com/p/suckyorstupendous
30days30stories
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30 Story Ideas in 30 Days! Are You Ready For It?!
Story Prompt 28 - Children now dream of becoming a YouTube Star! It's not just my child, right?!
Send me a voicemail with your story prompt ideas at https://www.speakpipe.com/TheWritersWayPodcast.
👉Find me at lauriewrightmedia.com!
Pirate story links - https://amzn.to/2XuxN82, https://amzn.to/2qZqzfX, https://amzn.to/37enA3U
COACHING. 👉Wanna kill it on Amazon? I do personal consulting for aspiring AND struggling authors! Set up a free 10 minute call: https://LaurieWright.as.me/discovery to see if it's a good fit ⭐️
FREE TRAINING. 👉Have you been thinking of writing a picture book but you're not sure if your idea is good or not? Let me be your guide! I have a free online course you can take in an afternoon, that will help you decide if if your idea is worth pursuing. Check it out: https://www.creativewrighter.com/p/suckyorstupendous
30days30stories
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Get ready for brand new book promotion ideas with Charmaine Hammond!
Charmaine is a professional speaker, and an award-winning & international bestselling author. She also works with authors to help them learn how to build their book business, sell more books and fund their dreams through collaboration and sponsorship.
Download Charmaine's ebook here: https://raiseadream.com/
Watch her video on sponsorship: https://raiseadream.com/turn-collaborations-into-cash/
And make sure to look at the stories tab for blogs that are author focussed as well! So many goodies!
BookMarketing
Find her on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HammondCharmaine, https://www.facebook.com/CharmaineHammondSpeaker/
On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/charmaine_hammond/
Find Raise a Dream at https://raiseadream.com, https://www.facebook.com/raiseadream/
Check out her book-> https://amzn.to/37ema9N,https://amzn.to/2qERcXL
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Story Prompt 27 - A child and the best friend have an argument! Or a child that argues all the time!
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Story Prompt 26 - It's timeless! There's always that group of kids that know all the eras and names!
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Story Prompt 25 - Children vs Adult adoration for video games or perhaps they get trapped inside the game!
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Story Prompt 24 - Children are home and it's stormy and there's a NOISE! What happens?
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Video of Creepy Carrots - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJnIEbVLq90
Creepy Underwear - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAbEhukrlOs
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Story Prompt 23 - Write about multiples that are exactly the same except one thing.....or maybe they're completely different!
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Story Prompt 22 - Today's inspiration in one word: PIRATES!
Maybe they lost their boats, maybe they shrink!
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Story Prompt 21 - Write about a child's time with their parent/s and all its wonderful variations!
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Story Prompt 21 - Write about Halloween! There's a lot of potential!
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Authors of seasonal book interviews - https://chtbl.com/track/899E84/www.buzzsprout.com/213955/1777072-seasonal-children-s-books-with-kelly-grettler-046.mp3?blob_id=5218255&download=true
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Watch me today chatting to an Irish American author who was asked by her family to write about a secluded island off the coast of Ireland. This initial project ignited a passion for writing activity books for children, designed to bring out a child’s creativity.
Find her on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mccollonoughceili/
On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mccollonough_ceili/
And on Twitter https://twitter.com/noriangirl
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Story Prompt 19 - Write about your family's traditions, about Christmas day, or something memorable from Christmas past!
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Story Prompt 18 : Shrinking and Expanding Adventures! Oh no! What will happen to the children?
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Write a story about something your kids don't like to do...but switch it! Listen to find out how! Let me know what the consequences are!
30 Stories in 30 Days! Are you keeping up? Listen up for 30 amazing opportunities.
Ideas for teachers, parents, authors to aide in the creative process!
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Come discover some tips to discover ideas naturally and how to catch them so they don't escape! Listen and let me know how it works!
30 Stories in 30 Days! Are you keeping up? Listen up for 30 amazing opportunities.
Ideas for teachers, parents, authors to aide in the creative juices!
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What would happen if you got pulled into the snow? Have the voles made under snow cities? Is there a whole world to discover? Find out in the podcast and create your own!
30 Stories in 30 Days! Are you keeping up? Listen up for 30 amazing opportunities.
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30 Stories in 30 Days! Are you keeping up? Listen up for 30 amazing opportunities.
Do you eat your children's candy? What would happen if you got caught? Listen and write a fabulous Halloween story!
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From stuck with a vanity press to building her own publishing company, you're going to be cheering for Christine by the end of this video!
She realized she needed to be more educated about the publishing business, got busy and then did it on her own!
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Check out her book -> https://amzn.to/2pHlxEK
Read the show notes -> https://lauriewrighter.com/createapublishingcompany
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30 Stories in 30 Days! Are you keeping up! There's still time to write your way into your next book!
Story Prompt 12 : Glitter! Is it a banned substance or the next great story?
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Story Prompt 11: Life with a different name
What would life be like with a different name, like Thunder Hawk, perhaps?
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Story Prompt 10: Children in Adult Jobs
What would it be like for a child teacher to teach adult students? Maybe the kid is a spy.... So many possibilities. Listen to hear more about this prompt!
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Story Prompt 9: The Lady Bug Story
Kids love lady bugs! Does your lady bug grow, does it shrink, does it have an identity crisis?
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Story Prompt 8:
What does the world beyond the Evergreen trees look like? What happens there?
Listen to find out more!
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Also check out my friend, Jaclyn Coy's, story ideas at https://mymomistheworst.com/2019/10/31/how-to-write-30-childrens-stories-in-30-days/.
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30 Stories in 30 Days!
Day 7 of 30!
If I had a million dollars what would I do? Now translate that into something a child or an animal would desire to own a million of and imagine what would happen. Would it be a good thing, a bad thing?
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30 Stories in 30 Days! How is the November Challenge going?
Story Prompt 6: What If?
Pick a location and ask yourself 'what if' over and over until you come up with a great story. You'll know it's good when you can't keep yourself from writing!
I am officially now a Publisher, so send me your book and I will take a look at it. I may offer a reward for those who do so or I may publish your book!
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Today's story prompt 5: Welcome Baby!
Get into the mind of a child and imagine what that child wants to teach the little baby who is new in this world. This can be a funny story or a serious one! So many possibilities.
I am officially now a Publisher, so send me your book and I will take a look at it. I may offer a reward for those who do so or I may publish your book!
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30 Story Ideas in 30 Days!
This is for students, teachers, writers, anyone who wants to write a story!
Today's story prompt: At a market or birthday party, the children are face-painted by a magical painter that ends up transforming them into the animal or character that they've been painted as! From there, what journey do these children go on?
Plus a bonus writing tip!
I am officially now a Publisher, so send me your book and I will take a look at it. I may offer a reward for those who do so or I may publish your book!
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30 Story Ideas in 30 Days!
This is for students, teachers, writers, anyone who wants to write a story!
Today's story prompt: Who or what will show up to the park and take the children on an adventure?
Plus, a bonus writing tip!
I am officially now a Publisher, so send me your book and I will take a look at it. I may offer a reward for those who do so or I may publish your book!
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Story Prompt #2: The Transformation Adventure!
What kind of adventure would a child, a parent, a teacher go on when they transform into another creature, be it real or imaginary?
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30 Story Ideas in 30 Days! Are You Ready For It?!
I am officially now a Publisher, so send me your book and I will take a look at it. I may offer a reward for those who do so or I may publish your book!
Send me a voicemail with your story prompt ideas at https://www.speakpipe.com/TheWritersWayPodcast.
Story Prompt 1: The Unusual Pet Story - Hear about Laurie's adorable daughter Elise and her pet 'worm'.
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Becoming A Full Time Writer For Kids! [2019]
Dennis Matthew has published 2 books and made writing his full time job in just 8 months! How'd he do it?
1⃣ First, Dennis says to take risks with your book business, just small ones at first.
2⃣ Second, he says to make your promotions about READERS, not about him.
👉You're going to learn a lot from this episode. QUESTION: have you considered writing full time?
Check out Dennis' book -> https://amzn.to/31xWJvM.
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Talking with Amba Brown on the Writer's Way podcast!
You're going to love hearing this author's story, even though you might be surprised by what she has to say, especially if you're firmly entrenched in the traditional publishing camp.
Amba shares with us about her #AuthorBusiness, and why she prefers to publish herself, instead of by a bigger traditional publishing company.
Subscribe and leave a comment to let me know what you think!
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If you're in the need for some inspiration, Children's Author Hayley Rose is the lady to listen to!
Hayley has so much wisdom for authors including the gem "Keep going until you get that 'yes'!"
Enjoy learning about her many specialty books, which educate children and empower children to develop healthy mindsets.
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Her Emotions book with Fifo the Bear -> https://amzn.to/2MtLSxi
Check out the rest of her books -> booksbyhayleyrose.com
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Find unique ways to market your book, unique places to carry your book, and your seasonal children's book will become popular! Children's author Scott Casperson shares these secrets as well as the story behind his book "How the Candy Cane got its Stripes."
Show notes HERE
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Kelly returns to the Writer's Way podcast a year later to discuss her life and publishing journey over the last year as well as to reveal her opinions about writing and marketing seasonal children's books.
You'll love her story about her serendipitous meeting with her Illustrator!
Her stories about the publishing process will have you completely relating to her!
Take a listen and fall in love with the idea of writing a seasonal children's book.
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Today we feature children's author and Twitter guru Jonathan Gunson.
Discover what Twitter is all about, how to use it effectively, and most importantly, what NOT to do on Twitter or any social media platform.
Then grab his free book at freebook.fun.
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Find out how Camryn Wells started the road to publishing, was open to the process and discovered joy along the way!
Her book, What Color Is Your Day?, will be available on Amazon any day now, and is expected to have a huge impact on children's mental health.
Find the show notes with Camryn's contact information at https://lauriewrighter.com/camrynwells.
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With guest expert Rebecca P Morgan, you’re about to learn the benefits your writing business will reap when you utilize a LinkedIn account. Then you’ll learn 5 steps on how to set up your account effectively, plus a couple bonus steps at the end!
Connect with Laurie and Rebecca on LinkedIn:
Rebecca -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccapmorgan/
Laurie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewrighter/
The show notes are at http://lauriewrighter.com/linkedin/.
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Discover the list of FREE resources to rely on when you’re starting out, so that you avoid going in to credit card debt!
Listen to this episode if a money issue is holding you back!
Hear about the top FREE resources that Laurie and other authors use to publish their children's books.
Join the Marketing for Childrens Authors Facebook group!
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Children's authors open up about the biggest obstacle they face when self publishing a book for kids. Laurie shares 5 tips to market your book so that it actually SELLS! If you struggle with getting your book noticed, this episode is invaluable.
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What motivates you to self-publish and market your book?
Sometimes it takes thick skin, and it ALWAYS takes perseverance to get things done in this industry.
Find out from Laurie Wright and other self-published authors what motivates them during the tough times.
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Daniel has some TERRIFIC tips for authors on how to start incorporating school visits into your business, how to maintain them and how to make them FUN! (bring a monster in a box, of course 😳)
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/how-to-incorporate-school-visits-into-your-writing-business
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Does the question of whether your children's book is any good stop you in your tracks?
Laurie discusses actionable steps to help you figure out whether your book is any good by doing market research on Amazon.
The Sucky or Stupendous course is found at https://www.creativewrighter.com/p/suckyorstupendous.
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This week, on episode 37 of the Writer's Way podcast, we feature part two of Nathan Bateman's plan to published journey!
If you missed out on part one, back and listen to episode 035.
Find out in this interview if he chose the funny fart book or the book with a moral.
And what did he learn or accomplish since completing the Sucky or Stupendous course?
SUBSCRIBE and make sure to hear Part 3 of his story and how Laurie helps him progress in the publishing process.
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This week on the Writer's Way Podcast, Laurie and other successfully published authors dispense their best advice on how to overcome writer's block when you're a children's author! ✍️
There’s a book in your brain but it won’t come out! 😱
You sit down to write it and NOTHING happens!
WRITER’S BLOCK SUCKS! 😕
Let me help.
I’m Laurie Wright and this week’s short episode is packed FULL of ideas and inspiration to help you get that book out of your brain! 🧠
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This week on the Writer's Way podcast!
Laurie is starting a series, interviewing Nathan Bateman as he goes through his own journey of plan to published.
Join us for part one of this series as this brave man shares his questions and as Laurie gives her most brilliant answers!
Subscribe so that you don't miss part 2 of his story and how Laurie helps him progress in the publishing process.
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She published a wonderful book on self-regulation in only EIGHT weeks!
Angela Murphy, educator and published author shares the ups and downs of learning how to publish a book.
'Speak Up, Wonder Pup' features her dog Zane 🐶. You'll hear all about Zane's background story as well as her own.
Angela's book 📕 will become a series in which children learn self-regulation skills so we look forward to seeing more from her!
Educators and counselors are really going to LOVE this episode!
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How to find an illustrator for your picture book! An educational episode with host, Laurie Wright.
Don't get stuck like Laurie did for 10 years because she didn't know how to find an illustrator for her picture book. Instead, skip the headache and learn how to find an illustrator today!
This episode is best watched on YouTube which can be found at https://youtu.be/Tle4hd0i13o.
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What does this newly published author have to share with others just like her?
GO FOR IT!! DO IT! Get your book out there!
You're going to love hearing from Alison, because she's just like you. A mom in need of more time at home, a preschooler who was obsessed with Monster Trucks!!
Alison spent a load of time and effort and has a fabulous book to show for it; I hope you enjoy getting to know her.
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/alison-klakowicz/
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What a treat! I got to talk to a fantastic author, and get serenaded! #goals
Pauls' advice to new writers is to look at what others have done so you don't waste time! .... and make sure you have storage space! 😂
Listen until the end to hear the song.
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/paulbennett/
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As a self-published author and crowdfunding consultant, Lisa Ferland knows all the ins and outs of these broad topics.
You DON'T want to miss this episode of the WRITER'S WAY because it is packed with tips and tricks especially if you've ever considered navigating the murky waters of crowdfunding.
In regards to publishing, her best piece of advice is to "share it with kids if you're a children's author." Do your research to find out if children will like your work before you spend too much money publishing it.
You are going to enjoy hearing wisdom from the mouth of this brilliant author and consultant!
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/lisaferland/
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In the wise words of our wonderful podcast guest, Katie Melko, "Someone might need to hear your message today, so you should share it!" 👩
Throughout her publishing journey, she’s learned about the ups and the downs of putting your work out for the world to see. Despite the hard times, she emphasizes that you must be passionate about your message, which will then ‘be your light to fuel you through your journey’. 🕯️
You're going to enjoy listening to this 'get it done-ifier!'
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Motivated to write a book as a tribute for her son, this writer is creating fantastic resources for parents, teachers and children who need to understand that no matter what, people are people!
Benjamin was a happy triplet, who also had cerebral palsy. After a series of illnesses he sadly passed away, and Elizabeth was inspired to write a series of books called 'Ben's Adventures' about a happy boy who loved life, and lived it from a wheel chair.
Elizabeth's story will motivate you to use your life's events to create stories to be shared by other families, just like yours. I know you'll enjoy this one!
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Writing was bred into this writer's blood!
For generations the women in Kristin Johnson's family have been writing books, and Kristin has followed tradition. When it comes to writing, she has done IT ALL. Editing, ghostwriting, speaking and of course WRITING: seven books under her name so far!
Her current book AIN'T "U" GOT NO MANNERS has been called "the Bible for social media" and is out right on time. Where have all the manners gone? In her book, Kristin interviews people who've been impacted by social media in some way and it's quite an interesting read. (I mean, who does that?!)I loved chatting with Kristin about how our new normal (social media, video calls etc) makes the writing profession much less solitary than in years past, and the opportunities for connection abound!
Enjoy getting to know this wonderful writer!
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/podcastkristinjohnson/
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"After recording this podcast for 24 episodes, I think it’s time to tell you the story of how I got started as a children’s author. Like many other writers, it started many many years ago..."
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"Welcome back Writers! On episode 26 I continue sharing my origin story! How DID I go from teaching, to momming, to bestselling author?!"
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Randy Whiteside is a creative writer and artist whose hero's journey started in grade SIX!
Like most adults, there came a time to choose between two paths. Should he choose the path towards creativity and uncertainty?
Or the path to solid employment and an MBA? Listen to Randy's story, learn where he's come from, what his motivations are, and how he's helping other writers have their 'pencils down' moment.
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/podcastrandywhiteside/
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Between hosting empowerment events for women and children in two Canadian cities and being a childcare worker for over 18 years, Sherry Selley always has a project on the go!
Sherry's work has been featured on local news and
in newspapers as well as featured in BADASSARY Magazine, a magazine for women entrepreneurs!
In a world obsessed with body Image, Sherry wants children to LOVE and APPRECIATE their unique and wonderful bodies!
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/sherryselleypodcast/
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12 books in a YEAR!
While working and parenting.
You are going to love Allison's story, and be AMAZED at what she's managed to accomplish in just a year.
Motivated by stories passed down through her parents, Allison started writing with HER son, and now it's a full fledged business.
Listen for half an hour and be inspired!
Look for her under her pen name Grant Allison for her children's books, and her pen name Allison LaFleur for her adult romance novels.
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/podcastallisonlafleur/
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Colleen had a class project to complete, and figured why not do a book for kids?
Colleen saw the anxiety food allergies and intolerances were giving to teenagers, and wanted to help.
Targeted at young kids who are still convinced they have superpowers, Aiden the Wonder-Kid is a sorely needed resource for all caregivers, schools, and libraries.
Is there a cause in your life you are passionate about? Are you interested in making the world a better place for kids?
Listen and learn from Colleen!
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/podcastcolleenbrunetti/
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Coming from a family of educators, it was a natural progression for this author to write and do speaking engagements.
Ryan learned early on that he liked to bring joy and laughter to others, and he continues to do just that with his books.
Inspired by his children and squeaky green beans, he encourages other authors to PRESS THE BUTTON!
Those of you with cupboards full of journals with your childhood stories in them will really relate to Ryan and his journey.
Enjoy listening!
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Thank goodness for Sheri's husband (and #1 cheerleader) who gave her the push to get her book OUT there, and then ANOTHER push when the first attempt didn't quite go as planned.
You'll recognize yourself in Sheri if you have ever stuffed loose leaf papers into a drawer, promising to return to them later!
Sheri and I had a bit too much fun in this conversation, so I know you'll enjoy the listen as well.
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/podcastsheriwall/
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A born searcher, Demi wrote a book on the principles she learned from her searches.
Wanting to share with children the lessons she wished she'd learned as a child, Demi set out to publish her book knowing that the answers she needed were built into the desire she had.
Demi is full of wisdom for authors, children and everyone who has the time to listen!
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A man known as a national treasure didn't start as an author. First Rock N Roll ruined his life, then he fell into poster art.
An artist first, Dennis's story will resonate with other authors who feel like they aren't really 'authors', but who've fallen into book publishing almost accidentally.
If you recognize someone you know in Dennis's story, please share and tag them!
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A surprising medical diagnosis was the motivation for this father of two to write a book that would be a resource for other families.
In secret he wrote, researched, learned and then put it all into action. You will resonate with Mike's story if a life in your family has ever had you wondering if you should write a book!
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Don needed books to share with his soccer students, and so he wrote some!
Along the way he learned some great lessons about creating, producing and selling books, and I know other writers will learn a lot from his approach!
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From sales, to marketing, to healthcare technology, this author has tried a bit of everything!
Her story will sound familiar if you were also in a completely different background than publishing, but you made up stories for your own children who BEGGED to hear them over and over!
Andrea has fallen in love with writing and publishing, and now has 14 titles to her name, with more always on the way.
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Meet Kristy Hammill!
She has quite the story.
Her sister dragged her (not really, it was a fun sister date) to a course on self-publishing just over a year ago.
She was so inspired, she went home and wrote a book!
In the 12 months that followed, she earned FIVE dollar signs- $$$$$ - woohoo Kristy!
Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/podcastkristyhammill/
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What's a mom to do?
Emily is a high achieving writer with BIG goals of writing and publishing books.
She's also 9.
Her mom, Bridgette, promised to help and then had to actually KEEP that promise.
After talking with Emily I had to talk to her mom as well, because I knew that there are many other children just like Emily who are going to ask their parents for help.
I need you - the parents - to know that it's entirely possible. Bridgette will be your inspirations!
Please rate the podcast to help other moms learn how to help their own budding authors.
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It was a lot of fun talking to Emily, a 9 year old year old author or TWO published books.
She has dreams and goals, and places to go via jet-pack!
Tune in, enjoy, and then go chat with your own kids ;)
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Meet author Becky Cummings!
As a teacher, Becky felt kids were not getting everything they needed to know for true success in the classroom setting.
So she decided to do something about it!
Some of Becky's wisdom is to just focus on one step at a time.. if you look too far ahead you will most likely get overwhelmed and scatter your energy. Set a small weekly goal to make progress with writing the book and stick to it. Don't stress about all the other details... a finished book is key!
Enjoy!
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Author Reid Kaplan has a HUGE heart, and is giving back with every book sale, in a way we can all relate to.
He's giving back with FOOD.
Reid has always known he wanted to write a book, he just wasn't expecting it to be a children's book. Having kids has a way of changing our outlook!
Reid's words of wisdom, "Don't give up! Even when it looks grimmer than grim, tomorrow is always a new day."
Enjoy!
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Introducing Erica R. Maier
(I never had voice envy until I met this lady!)
Erica is a voiceover talent, owner of Reframe It! Mindset Motivation, and author of "Reframe It! Rethinking Your Reactions to Life's Annoyances” which is a picture book for adults designed to teach busy adults how simple shifts in mindset can immediately reduce everyday stress and improve health and quality of life.
A writer from when she was a child, it was a major loss that motivated Erica to pursue and research the idea of positive mindset, and how small changes can make a HUGE difference!
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Teagan Adams is a sixteen-year-old serial entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, author, and podcast host. (SIXTEEN years old, people!)
He started his entrepreneurial journey at the age of nine by raising money to build a school in Kenya, Africa with his lemonade stands.
At the age of ten he was on the national television show 'Dragons Den' where he pitched his first company, Doogoods.
He now does assemblies at elementary schools to spread this Doogoods movement and raise the next generation as UPstanders instead of bystanders.
Teagan is also the author of 'Success Principles: Unlock Your Limitless Potential' and recently launched a podcast called 'Success Academy' where he has been interviewing world class entrepreneurs.
Teagan's take on momentum is going to motivate you to do the THING, whatever your thing is!
Enjoy!
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Kids are an endless source of inspiration.
This author published her first two books after having kids, and realizing how life changes when you are a mom.
Sometimes you LOOVEEEE them SOOOO much!
Sometimes you think they are monsters.
Jaclyn wrote first a book about kids, from a parent's perspective, and then about how HORRIBLE moms are, from a kid's perspective!
Tune in to hear all about her process, her motivation and what she has learned along the way.
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Introducing April Cox!
An author determined to put quality over cost, and to help other authors figure out their first steps.
April is enterprising, creative and is thoroughly enjoying every step of the publishing ride.
I thoroughly enjoyed listening to her story, her big WHY, and to her explanations of the extra marketing tools she's using.
Keep an eye out for this writer, because you will be hearing her name.
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It's not always a dream that we have from the time we are little.
Sometimes it’s born of necessity, because the thing we REALLY NEED doesn't exist yet.
When Paula decided to write a book, she did it because it was she needed but didn't have.
She is a mom, an advocate and consultant, and an author. She is a ROCKSTAR.
After being rejected from three traditional publishing houses, she shook it off and did it HERSELF.
Paula shared her motivation; that if her book can help one child feel special and know that they aren't alone, then her work will not be in vain.
**Please join me in congratulating this dedicated mom!
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I will never tire of saying these two words to my beloved author friends: THANK YOU.
Thank you for sharing with me with your problems
Thank you for sharing with my listeners your time and for being vulnerable
Thank you for giving it your all, your best, your everything!
And one person I particularly want to thank is Diane Alber who literally inspires me with everything she does.
She went from a 9-5 IT job to an incredible side hustle that's been described as a PHENOMENON.
She also:
has published five books in this series
has moved from a passion about art to a MOVEMENT about scribbles!
* regularly sells out of stock at Amazon!
Impressed? Inspired? So am I!
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I met her online when she was regrouping after a failed partnership.
She was unsure, brand new to publishing & doubting herself.
Our friendship grew as we both walked the same path and encountered similar situations.
Today I am proud to say that she is on top of the world!
Meet Kelly.
She is a successful author of EIGHT picture books!
She went from singing songs to her babies at 2am, to telling stories to preschoolers, to publishing books.
She has started to get virtual fan mail!
It’s stories like hers that fuel my passion for my work, that make me want to jump out of bed like an eager 3 year old, that make me want to work weekends, holidays, and late nights.
It’s stories like hers that should inspire YOU!
I am so proud of this rockstar.
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It's not always the biggest wins which cause the most impact or make the most waves.
Sometimes it’s the tiny things, miniscule baby steps that move the needle from Meh to WOW.
When Amanda published a book within months of taking my workshop I was beyond thrilled.
For myself and for her because that one victory changed everything; her mindset, her attitude and her motivation to continue.
Here are some of her results:
she has now published 3 (and a half!) books in less than a year!
she went from thinking about it to DOING it!
she is famous in her school!
Please join me in congratulating this rockstar!
Amanda shared with everyone her journey, how she accomplished so much in so little time and her advice for other writers.
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