Write the Damn Book Already

Elizabeth Lyons
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Write the Damn Book Already

Writing and publishing a phenomenal book doesn’t have to be ridiculously complicated or mind-numbingly overwhelming. From myths and misconceptions to practical tips and sound strategies, Elizabeth Lyons (author, book writing coach, book editor, and founder of Finn-Phyllis Press), helps writers feel more in control of and comfortable with the business of book publishing. Her interviews with fellow authors discussing their writing processes and publishing journeys aim to help you untangle YOUR process so you can finally get your story into the world. 

  1. Ep 108: Passionately Crafting Memoir and Nonfiction with Patti Hall

    DEC 11

    Ep 108: Passionately Crafting Memoir and Nonfiction with Patti Hall

    Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!Have you ever imagined trading a stable career for the unpredictability of writing and publishing? That's exactly what Patti Hall did, transitioning from urban design to becoming a full-time writer and publishing strategist. Patti and I dive deep into the kind of personal transformation that makes most people's comfort zones quake. Her journey isn't just a career shift—it's a masterclass in resilience, triggered by her son's di...

    1h 4m
  2. Ep 107: Author Marketing Strategies with Jenn Hanson-dePaula

    DEC 4

    Ep 107: Author Marketing Strategies with Jenn Hanson-dePaula

    Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!In this episode, I speak with the legendary Jenn Hanson-dePaula about strategies authors are using today to promote their books. Learn how to create content that resonates with your target readers and get greater clarity on the vital role of empathy in crafting messages that engage readers across genres—from fiction to nonfiction to poetry to memoir. We also unravel the complexities of platforms like Substack and the impac...

    1h 11m
  3. Ep 106: Writing Rom-Coms with Jane Costello

    NOV 27

    Ep 106: Writing Rom-Coms with Jane Costello

    Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!An episode that celebrates the joys of writing and never-ending search for inspiration, this laughter-filled chat with the incredibly witty Jane Costello, bestselling author of romantic comedies and women's fiction, also features the prep for the release of her upcoming novel (her fifteenth), It's Getting Hot In Here (Zibby Books, Feb 2025). Peek behind the curtain into Jane's disciplined yet creative writing world, where struc...

    56 min
  4. Ep 105: Book Events (that Actually Sell Books) with Traci Thomas

    NOV 20

    Ep 105: Book Events (that Actually Sell Books) with Traci Thomas

    Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!Want the insider secrets to creating book events that actually sell books and build superfans? This episode is your masterclass!I'm joined by the absolutely magnetic Traci Thomas, host of The Stacks podcast and literary event connoisseur, for a conversation that's packed with actionable insights for authors at every stage. If you've ever wondered how to transform your book events from awkward readings to memorable experiences that d...

    1h 3m
  5. Ep 104: Writing Personal Essays with Amy Wilson

    NOV 13

    Ep 104: Writing Personal Essays with Amy Wilson

    Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!Amy Wilson, the brilliant co-host of the "What Fresh Hell" podcast and author of Happy to Help: Adventures of a People Pleaser (Jan 2025, Zibby Books), joined me for a fabulous conversation about owning your story through writing.We dive right into the real stuff—like what it’s actually like to share personal essays (and how to spill your truth without accidentally blowing up your family’s group chat). Amy opens up about her journey...

    53 min
  6. Ep 103: Memoir Writing with Sarah Gormley

    OCT 30

    Ep 103: Memoir Writing with Sarah Gormley

    Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!What if you could transform a lived experience into a compelling narrative that reads like fiction? In this episode, I chat with the talented Sarah Gormley, author of The Order of Things. In a candid discussion about "memoir plus," we explore how memoir can deliver powerful messages while engaging readers with its storytelling.The conversation also turned to the intricacies of publishing. We explored the merits of hybrid publishing ...

    52 min
  7. Ep 102: Literary Suspense with Sarah Sawyer

    OCT 9

    Ep 102: Literary Suspense with Sarah Sawyer

    Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!From writing the first chapter of The Undercurrent (Zibby Books, Oct 2024) as a standalone piece to fleshing out a full literary suspense novel I can’t put down, Sarah Sawyer has quickly become one of my new favorite authors. In this episode of Write the Damn Book Already, we discussed: What has most suprised her about the publishing processSarah's view of the editing process (which is one to adopt immediately, if not soon...

    43 min
  8. Ep 101: Amazon Ads for Authors

    OCT 2

    Ep 101: Amazon Ads for Authors

    Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!Amazon ads are one of my favorite tools for indie authors to boost book sales and visibility, but they can feel so complicated that it's easy to avoid using them. I'm sharing key insights from my 12-week "experiment" with a new campaign for my book, Write the Damn Book Already, including targeting relevant keywords and categories, setting appropriate budgets, and monitoring ad performance to optimize results. MENTIONED RESOURCES:Ori...

    27 min
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Writing and publishing a phenomenal book doesn’t have to be ridiculously complicated or mind-numbingly overwhelming. From myths and misconceptions to practical tips and sound strategies, Elizabeth Lyons (author, book writing coach, book editor, and founder of Finn-Phyllis Press), helps writers feel more in control of and comfortable with the business of book publishing. Her interviews with fellow authors discussing their writing processes and publishing journeys aim to help you untangle YOUR process so you can finally get your story into the world. 

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  • Creator
    Elizabeth Lyons
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    109
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Elizabeth Lyons LLC
  • Show Website
    Write the Damn Book Already

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