On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Authorhood with April Davila, Sit Write Here; Brenda Knight, Books that Save Lives; and Rob Lange, The Expert Expert. April focuses on fiction – and taking the stress out of writing, Brenda’s is on publishing, and Rob – as his title suggests – gaining attention and authority for your book, so there was a wide variety of information and inspiration.

When asked what makes an author or book stand out, Rob says “personality,” Brenda’s response is “future-thinking,” and April believes it’s the creativity you bring into your story. The panel shares some of the experiences and activities that put them on their paths, authorhood and author platform tips, and more.

Goals

– April: Start building your list now – of who to invite to your book launch, what shows to pitch yourself as a guest on – for your future book launch

– Rob: Create clarity in how you describe your book – verbally and in text; start developing relationships with media people

– Brenda: Start polishing your speaking chops now – find a topic, come up with a tight talk, and get yourself out there

Bonus from Deb: Get on podcasts

Final Thoughts

– April: Just keep writing and find your community

– Rob: Just do it; there are more resources – and support – than ever before

– Brenda: Outreach to one person a day; that one little action can make a huge difference

Learn More About

April Davila: AprilDavila.com

Brenda Knight: BooksThatSaveLives.net

Rob Lange: TheExpertExpert.com

Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog

TheBookProposalExpert.com

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