Launch My Book, Inc. was founded in 2013 by Joel Pitney. A writer by training with a background in digital marketing, he helped launch his first book onto the New York Times Bestseller list, and soon began working with a wide range of authors to help bring their books to the world. Since then, Launch My Book has grown in scope to help support authors through every stage of the book launching process.Check them out and reserve a chat with them at launchmybook.comWant to be an ARC reader for my historical romance? Click and share the link: https://katcaldwell.com/ARC-historical-romanceFind and support me at Lessons In Story. https://lessonsinstory.substack.comSign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @katcaldwell_writing
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Ep 264 Hooked in 150 Words with Jessie Cunniffe
Today we are talking all about blurbs! After this episode I'm betting you'll feel more confident in your abilities to understand them, as well as write them. Let's go!!Jessie Cunniffe is a professional blurb writer and book blurb coach from Sydney, Australia. A passionate advocate of the indie author community, Jessie has dedicated herself to taking the pain out of blurb-writing with her custom blurb services and two signature courses: Book Blurb Magic and The Spicy Blurb Playbook. When she’s not writing or dreaming up the next BBM product, Jessie can be found journaling, exploring new ocean pools, and playing her guitar. On the occasion that Jessie manages to snatch some reading time, she’s probably buried in P. G. Wodehouse or Agatha Christie.Grab your freebie by signing up for Jessie's mailing list here: https://www.bookblurbmagic.com/ Don't forget to wait a moment for that discount to show up for the course!Want to be an ARC reader for my historical romance? Click and share the link: https://katcaldwell.com/ARC-historical-romanceFind and support me at Lessons In Story. https://lessonsinstory.substack.comSign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @katcaldwell_writing
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Ep 263 Links & Literary Bits
Want to be an ARC reader for my historical romance? Click and share the link: https://katcaldwell.com/ARC-historical-romanceCheck out curios.com, Check out Manuscript Report https://katcaldwell.com/manuscript-report and use code KAT5 for $5 off.Like Substack? Find me at Lessons In Story. https://lessonsinstory.substack.com Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @katcaldwell_writing
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Ep 262 This Will Make You Love Editing with Rebecca Pickens
Rebecca Pickens is a certified book coach, editor, and host of Self-Editing Essentials, a group coaching program for writers with finished or almost finished manuscripts, who want to learn more about the editing process. She works with writers at all stages of the creative journey to help them start, finish, and get their stories into the hands of their ideal readers. Find out more about Rebecca and sign up for her newsletter here: https://rebecca-pickens-coaching.kit.com/freenewsletterGet your free gift from Rebecca here:Your story’s first pages are like a firm introductory handshake or a smile with dimples. Their job is to dazzle and impress. This complimentary workbook and video series is designed to help you craft your story’s boldest beginning. Discover the key elements literary agents look for when they review a manuscript, and learn to keep readers engaged so they'll turn the next page. https://rebecca-pickens-coaching.kit.com/fabulousfirstpage?_gl=Set up a time to chat with Rebecca here: https://rebeccapickens.lpages.co/self-editing-essentials-group-coaching-for-fiction-memoir-writers/Join Rebecca for a free weekly community writing sprint. Each week, the group opens and closes with short check-ins. In between, there is time to write for an hour. Visit this link to be added to the invite list. https://rebecca-pickens-coaching.kit.com/story_circle?_gl=Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Sign up for my Substack, Lessons in Story https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell
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EP 261 Plot Twists & Growing Pains with Lynn Bohart
Lynn Bohart is a mystery writer that probably has the BEST author newsletter for crime and mystery writers that exists, but she has switched to YA. Why? Let's find out in this episode!Get her latest book, Case of the Missing Will: A Teen Mystery Adventure, here: https://www.lynnbohart-author.com/booksFind out more about Lynn and sign up for her amazing newsletter here: https://www.lynnbohart-author.com/Like Substack? Find me at Lessons In Story. https://lessonsinstory.substack.comContact me at https://katcaldwell.com and let me know who you want on the show!Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @katcaldwell_writing
On the Pencils&Lipstick podcast Kat talks to authors, editors and other professionals in the writing and publishing field to learn more about the craft of writing. If you're a writer or just love listening to author interviews about writing, Pencils&Lipstick is about to be your newest favorite podcast.