What Every Author Should Know About Hybrid Publishing with Michelle Vandepas {ep. 171}
Michelle Vandepas of GracePoint Publishing joins Alexa to unpack the world of hybrid publishing, red flags to avoid, and how to align your book with your bigger purpose. Learn what questions to ask, what you're really paying for, and why GracePoint is a great home for mission-driven authors.
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The Truth About Self-Publishing: Debunking the Biggest Myths with Joel Pitney {ep. 170}
Joel Pitney, founder of Launch My Book, joins Alexa to bust common self-publishing myths, from bookstore dreams to Amazon hacks. They dive deep into what it really takes to succeed in publishing—plus, how his company helps authors publish professionally without giving up creative control. This episode is a must-listen for authors navigating the complexities of publishing and looking to make informed decisions about their books.
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5 Authors Share Their Book Marketing Journeys {ep. 169}
Alexa is joined by five dynamic authors from different genres to talk all things book marketing—what worked, what didn’t, and how the Book Launch in a Box program helped them succeed. Real advice, real results, and a whole lot of encouragement for authors at every stage.
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From Author to Entrepreneur: Building a Bookish Business that Works! {ep. 168}
Alexa Bigwarfe and Hannah Jacobson dive deep into business-building for authors and publishing pros. They cover funding models, pricing mistakes, automation, AI tools, and the essential mindset shift from "just an author" to entrepreneur. It's honest, funny, and full of hard-won wisdom. A must-listen for creative business owners!
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The Stories of 7 Women Who Gave All - Memorial Day Tribute {ep. 167}
In this special Memorial Day episode, Alexa Bigwarfe shares the powerful—and too often untold—stories of seven remarkable American women who gave their lives in military service. From the first Native American woman killed in combat to elite combat photographers and Marine officers, this tribute honors their legacy and explores why storytelling matters.
Alexa also highlights authors writing about women in the military, shares her thoughts on Ashley’s War by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, and honors the legacy of America’s most daring female spies.
For authors and publishing professionals - we're talking all routes to publishing, book launches, book marketing, tips, tools, and resources to write, publish, and sell your book. Self-publishing, hybrid publishing, and traditional publishing. Author interviews and industry experts. Hosted by Alexa Bigwarfe of the Women in Publishing Summit. Formerly known as the PublishHer podcast.
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