Book Proposal Podcast

Hosted ByDebra Eckerling

Your nonfiction book proposal is the roadmap you need to get your book idea out of your head, onto the page, and into the right hands. More than that, it helps you find clarity, develop strategy, and get the results you want: a saleable, marketable book. In the Book Proposal Podcast, host and book proposal consultant Debra Eckerling simplifies the process with short, practical episodes focused entirely on proposals. From pinpointing the right idea and building your platform to planning your promo and choosing comps, Debra answers real questions to help you create a proposal that sells your book—and you. Whether you’re aiming for traditional, hybrid, or indie publishing, you’ll get actionable advice to turn your concept into a plan.


All Episodes

When Should I Gather Media for My Book Proposal? | Episode 19

On this episode of the Book Proposal Podcast, Debra Eckerling answers...

How Do I Restart a Stalled Book Proposal? | Episode 18

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Should I Submit My Book Proposal in December? | Episode 17

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What Do I Put in My Author Bio? | Episode 16

You Need Three Versions: One for the Query, There are Two in the Proposal

How Do I Know If I Am Ready to Write My Book Proposal? | Episode 14

On the episode of The Book Proposal Podcast, Debra Eckerling answers...

What’s the Most Important Part of the Book Proposal? | Episode 13

Concentrate on the Overview, Audience, and Book Comps First

How Does the Book Submission Process Work? | Episode 12

Write a proposal, research agents and publishers, query, wait, rinse, repeat.

What is an Author Platform? | Episode 11

On the episode of The Book Proposal Podcast, Debra Eckerling answers...