Heather Dyer is a young adult science fiction writer, specifically in space opera. But today, we're going to dive into her new book around urban fantasy. She also talks about what it's like to write when you move to other genres. Heather has written 18 books now, writing is a way for her to help heal her own body and transform her life.   What We Discuss with Heather Dyer: What it’s like writing a nonfiction book being a strong fiction writer The impetus behind writing her first fiction book Watching the transformation of other authors in their group Focusing on the adventure and not on the survival Choosing which parts of her life to include in her book The difference between coaching fiction vs. non fiction authors Ways to generate ideas for the book Character development tips and strategies To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!  

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176: Writing a book can save your life with Heather Lee Dyer

In today's episode, author Madison Reeves talks about her writing journey and how to crush your fears of writing. Madison had always been a lifelong reader and imagined she would write a book someday — but she wasn’t sure how to go about doing it. By setting goals and being accountable, she persevered and attributes finishing her book to her coaching group here at Authors Who Lead. What We Discuss with Madison Reeves: On finding your passion — and standing your ground  The crab bucket theory  First steps toward success Building your dreams Finding a mission bigger than yourself Why training your subconscious is important Madison’s writing journey Advice for aspiring authors To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

175: How to Crush Your Fears of Writing with Madison Reeves

An expert in self-reinvention, Dorie Clark talks about how to be a long-term thinker in the short-term world. Dorie is a consultant and keynote speaker who teaches executive education at Duke University's School of Business and Columbia University's Graduate School of Business. Named one of the top 50 business thinkers in the world by Thinkers50, Dorie is also the number one communications coach in the world by Marshall Goldsmith Leading Global Coaches Award.  What We Discuss with Dorie Clark: Practicing habits so it’s easier for you to say no Why people struggle with understanding the long game Execution of your strategy is key! Why you need to allot 20% of your time exploring new things A message to the naysayers The power of having goals Authorship as Dorie’s long-game tool Finding your soulmate career To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

174: More success by playing the long game with Dorie Clark

Gay Hendricks was first on “Authors Who Lead” last October in Episode 124. I am so honored that he’s on the show again today. On this week’s episode of “Authors Who Lead,” we talk about his newest book, The Genius Zone: The Breakthrough Process to End Negative Thinking and Live in True Creativity, and we discuss not only finding, but also stabilizing yourself in your genius zone. What We Discuss with Gay Hendricks: The birth of the genius zone  Being stuck in your creativity could be a control issue Fear of our creativity If you’re over 50, pay attention to your creativity now! Tips for living in your zone of genius  To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

173: How to have a creative breakthrough with Gay Hendricks

Patty Lennon is a bestselling author, keynote speaker and the founder of The Receiving School. A former corporate banker that discovered there was more to living than making money, she left banking to help others do the same. Patty is a certified coach with a master's in psychology, blending brain science and metaphysics to help her fellow humans find clarity, focus and inspiration so they can easily manifest their dreams into reality. Today, she talks about her new book, Make Space for Magic. What We Discuss with Patty Lennon: What got her inclined to write Make Space for Magic How she defines magic Where hard work isn’t only where great things come from The manifestation myth why you’re not manifesting the things you want How resistance shows up in our lives Rejected self-worth creates the biggest impact for people Allowing yourself to want what you want How The Receiving School was born Patty’s tips for aspiring writers To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

172: Space for Magic with Patty Lennon

A lot of people who have always wanted to write a book end up not writing one because they’re stuck in this phase of whether they should go the traditional publishing route or do self-publishing. Today's episode will focus on how to know what publishing path is right for you: traditional publishing or self-publishing?  What We Discuss Today: Knowing what you want your book to do for you Why you should think like a publisher Things you need to know about traditional publishers Finding an agent and submitting a proposal What agents are looking for from you How self-publishing works and how to get your book on Amazon Investing in editing and a great book cover design To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

171: “Traditional vs. Self-Publishing” with Azul Terronez

Shayna Hammond is a leadership and life coach who has developed thousands of leaders within the education and nonprofit sectors for nearly 20 years. She's the Founder and CEO of Lead for Liberation and Shayna Renee, a coaching practice dedicated to creating spaces, methods and conditions for black women in leadership to thrive.  What We Discuss with Shayna Hammond: Writing as a healing journey Why she used the term Indigo women for the book Deciding on the vulnerable parts to put in her book Understanding the concept of conscious sharing How she navigated through the process as a woman in color Where she draws her energy comes from Deconstructing the strong black woman schema A deliberate shift in her company into building liberatory cultures Self-care practices for women Book writing tips  To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

170: Called to write a book? With Shayna Hammond

In today's episode, Jeff Brown is going to talk about his new book Read to Lead. Jeff is also an award-winning radio producer personality and former nationally syndicated morning show host. He currently hosts the podcast Read to Lead. What We Discuss with Jeff Brown: His intention behind the book Selecting the ideal readers for his book Characteristics of people who constantly reads Lessons learned from the book writing process What he would have done differently with his process Two books resonates with until today Choosing ideas and quotes to draw from The publishing process Taking action to change your reading habits To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

169: Jeff Brown

David Brower & Gido Schimanski are authors I have been working with. Today, they talk about their book writing process, how they started, and how they ultimately found a new process that allowed them to connect with their authentic selves, finding their flow, and transforming in the process. What We Discuss with David Brower & Gido Schimanski: A creative process that’s transformative Their impetus for creating a book Giving yourself permission to be and let go Feeling emotional liberation as you’re writing The power of creating a mind map Why writing is all about the flow and what that means Breaking yourself free from the human conditioning How the true success of a book is measured Why a book should serve the author first before anyone else To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

How do writers find flow? with David Brower and Gido Schimanski

Many people get stuck when it comes to launching their book because they're terrified of having to market their book, which means having to sell it, tell people about it as reviews – all those things seem to terrify authors. This week, I'm teaching you about book marketing. I'll help you figure out how you can market your book, even if you don't consider yourself a salesperson.  What We Discuss Today: When marketing a book starts and ends How and where to find your target market The role of social media marketing Thinking like a publisher Finding places where you can serve Why pre-launch is critical  How to keep yourself accountable What to do after book launch once sales start to dip To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Book Marketing Doesn’t Have to Be Hard with Azul Terronez

On this week’s episode of “Authors Who Lead,” Sivonnia shares what led her to want to help athletes, how she protects them, and the book that came from it, “What Are You Sporting About?: For Aspiring, Current & Former Pro-Athletes in Business.” What We Discuss with Sivonnia L DeBarros: On finding her calling Mindset and building teams Why athletes aren’t getting more help managing their wealth What book would you write for non-athletes? Her advice on other aspiring writers To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!  

Should I really write this book? with Sivonnia DeBarros

Julia Cha is a best-selling author and a success coach for women leaders ready to shatter glass ceilings. With her expertise in subconscious transformation, she guides her clients to create their dream life in all aspects: a thriving career, financial abundance, and supportive relationships. What We Discuss with Julia Cha: How much of your story should you put in your book How your inner desire conflicts what you've been taught to believe Resisting the conditioning that people have been brought up with Recognizing that your patterns are not even your own patterns The need to push against resistance The kind of mindset that gets you to the other side How the patterns show up in our life and how to break free from them Suppressed and processed emotions reside in the subconscious Ways to tap into your subconscious To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Are you a self-development junkie? with Julia Cha

In this book, Virtual Summit Mastery owner Jan Koch takes you by the hand and turns you into a virtual event host. He used every step of the process himself. Since 2015, his online events have brought together tens of thousands of people. What We Discuss with Jan Koch: About the Virtual Summit and how it’s different from other events Using the summit as a brand authority How he sees competition Building your email list and reaching out to sponsors and speakers Targeting the ideal reader for your book The benefits of joining a summit Overcoming Zoom fatigue Mistakes and challenges in running summit events To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

How to build an audience for your book? with Jan Koch

Alexia Vernon joined me on this week’s episode as she talks about her book, “Step Into Your Moxie: Amplify Your Voice, Visibility, and Influence in the World,” her journey from a shy girl to a successful keynote speaker, and how she’s grappled with her recent diagnosis. What We Discuss with Alexia Vernon: Hobbyist vs. professional speaker Which comes first: speaking or writing? The keys to keynote speeches How to make a speech soar To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!  

How Authors Can Use a Book to Get on Stages with Alexia Vernon

In today's episode, get a peek into an actual coaching conversation with Shoshana since her concerns are also similar to many other writers who are starting on this journey. Most writers spend too much time living in their head that they end up not knowing what to actually write about. Hopefully, after listening to this episode, you will be inspired to write more and that if you just keep writing, you will get better and better. What We Discuss Today: Putting the things you think on the page Getting better at writing by writing The creative brain vs. the editor brain The importance of knowing your genre and audience Trusting the words on the page over processing them in your head The two-minute writing exercise Tips for writing character names To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

How do I know my writing is any good? with Azul Terronez

If you want to know how bestselling authors find the time to write their books, the methods they use to be productive and how they find their ideas you will love this podcast. Writing coach Azul Terronez shares interviews with clients such as Pat Flynn, of the Smart Passive Income, Jon Vroman, of the Front Row Factor, and Dana Malstaff of Boss-Mom.com. Want to get behind the scenes insights about how first-time authors overcame their fears and found the courage to write? Are you curious about how successful bestselling authors conceptualized, wrote, and marketed their books? Have you thought to yourself, "I'd like to write a book" but I don't know where to start? In the Born To Write podcast, I explore authors' journeys, how they craft their stories, become published, and share their art of writing books with the world.

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