Alexa's Book Marketing & Publishing Chat

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Personal interviews on the struggles, stories, and success routes for authors and publishing industry professionals, publishing and book marketing coaching from host Alexa Bigwarfe of the Women in Publishing Summit. Tips for success, advice and information from publishing industry professionals for authors and publishing industry professionals looking to start or grow their book-focused businesses. Covering routes to publishing, production, publishing advice, book launches, book marketing, tips, tools, software, publishing support and resources to write, publish, and sell your book. Encouragement and support because we're #bettertogether.

  1. 1D AGO

    Finding Joy in Submission: How to Get Your Short Fiction and Essays Published with Dennis James Sweeney {ep. 208}

    Author and creative writing professor Dennis James Sweeney joins Alexa Bigwarfe to discuss how short fiction, essays, and poetry can jumpstart your publishing journey. Learn to find the right literary magazines, submit with confidence, and rediscover joy in the creative process through community, curiosity, and connection.

    30 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Messaging That Attracts (and Repels): Why Clarity Is the Real Growth Strategy {ep. 207}

    Clear messaging isn’t about pleasing everyone—it’s about attracting the right people. In this Momentum Monday, Alexa breaks down how unclear messaging hurt event conversions, what she learned from direct audience feedback, and how authors and publishing professionals can refine messaging to drive alignment, sales, and sustainable growth.

    23 min

  3. FEB 4

    Why Creative Entrepreneurs Need Immersive Conferences (Not Just Another Stage) {ep. 206}

    What if conferences didn’t end with a swag bag and overwhelm—but real connections and action? In this episode, Julie Loken and Dom Damaskey share why immersive, relationship-driven conferences like Cre8tiveCon are redefining how authors, creatives, and entrepreneurs grow visibility, media reach, and impact.

    20 min

  4. FEB 2

    Know Yourself: Why Self-Awareness Is the Secret to Sustainable Success {ep. 205}

    In this Momentum Moment, Alexa Bigwarfe shares why knowing yourself is essential for sustainable success as an author or creative entrepreneur. She explores Human Design, burnout, strengths and gaps, self-limiting beliefs, and collaboration. Learn how alignment improves focus, supports better hiring decisions, and helps you build a business that fits.

    31 min

  5. JAN 28

    Professional Self-Publishing, Editorial Excellence, and the Real Publishing Timeline with Kathy Meis {ep. 204}

    In this episode of Alexa’s Publishing Chat, Alexa Bigwarfe welcomes Kathy Meis, founder and CEO of Bublish, for an in-depth conversation about what it truly takes to publish a professional, market-ready book in today’s crowded publishing landscape.

    43 min

  6. JAN 22

    Engineering Your Memoir: Writing with Structure and Emotion with Wendy Dale {ep. 203}

    Memoir coach Wendy Dale joins Alexa to share her revolutionary six-step Memoir Engineering System. Learn how to build memoirs with structure, plot, and emotional resonance—no more trial and error. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your life story into a page-turner, this episode is for you.

    33 min

  7. JAN 19

    Bounced from the List? The Email List Goldmine You’re Probably Ignoring {ep. 202}

    Many authors focus on growing their email list—but forget to maintain it. In this Momentum Monday episode, Alexa Bigwarfe reveals how reviewing bounced subscribers helped her re-engage hundreds of readers and why this simple task can boost engagement, sales, and deliverability for authors and publishers.

    15 min

  8. JAN 14

    How to Get Authentic, Verified Reviews for Your Book with Flavia Kennedy {ep. 201}

    Former Fortune 50 executive turned author, Flavia Kennedy, joins Alexa to reveal how she built Get Authentic Book Reviews, a community helping authors get legitimate, verified reviews. Learn how the platform works, why verified reviews matter for Amazon success, and how authors can build credibility through authentic reader feedback.

    27 min
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Personal interviews on the struggles, stories, and success routes for authors and publishing industry professionals, publishing and book marketing coaching from host Alexa Bigwarfe of the Women in Publishing Summit. Tips for success, advice and information from publishing industry professionals for authors and publishing industry professionals looking to start or grow their book-focused businesses. Covering routes to publishing, production, publishing advice, book launches, book marketing, tips, tools, software, publishing support and resources to write, publish, and sell your book. Encouragement and support because we're #bettertogether.

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