Episodes

Imagine creating a book that children who are visually impaired can "hear" and "read". If you are a children's author, it's time to discover the power of Imagination VideoBooks. Richard Rieman of Imagination Videobooks create...

Did you know that most authors and speakers are dismal at leveraging their book ... their expertise? Yup, it's the truth. In this episode of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, speaking industry expert Lois Creamer joins D...

Integrating PR and Marketing is an essential element in today’s book marketing landscape. Joining Judith Briles for this episode is 30 years plus PR veteran Brian Feinblum and creator of the BookMarketingBuzzBlog. Your takeaw...

Instagram Marketing Strategies and Tips, Part 2 It's a huge WOOT for authors. Get ready for Part II of the two-parter started last week … all around what makes Instagram tick and how to get it working for you, your influence ...

Why is Instagram so darn popular? One answer is that once the user—that’s you—get how to use it, it’s fun. And, Instagram can put a user in “Instagram Jail” if community rules are violated. Do you know what they are? And how ...

Book Publishing Expert and The Book Shepherd Dr. Judith Briles takes a solo spin with the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast today. The topic is success—your success as an author and for your book. Plus the top 10 ...

If you were thinking of hiring a Publicist to promote YOU or your BOOK, do you know what questions you should be asking? After all, you are interviewing someone … Today’s edition of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing intro...

WOWSA … discover why authors and publisher should sell to non-bookstores markets instead of bookstores. And, if you haven’t explored premium bookselling opportunities, you are missing out. You can via podcast with @BookMarket...

It’s Amazon time on today’s podcast … Lot’s happening in the hour with Book Marketing Expert Penny Sansevieri, author of How to Sell Books By the Truckload on Amazon and book marketing cheerleader Dr. Judith Briles, host of t...

Injecting creativity in writing children's books as an art form. Bestselling author Justin Matott has sold over 1.5 million copies of his books to superfans of all ages from 4 to 99. AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing Host...

Have you ever wondered how working with a printer different than working with a publisher? Today’s podcast is all about printing. With Host Dr. Judith Briles is Rebecca Humrich who has been working within book printing for ov...

Authors want the secret sauce of how to create a speech that not only connects with an audience but delivers the bonus: selling more books. Premier speaking expert and coach Patricia Fripp joins Host Dr. Judith Briles. She re...

Host and The Book Shepherd Dr. Judith Briles invites Zoom expert Paul Griffin to join her for an ear-opening hour on how best to use Zoom for online engagement. If you want to: -ace Zoom meetings -tips for creating online Zoo...

Calling all children's authors ...If you are writing a children's book—get 7 essential tips for your publishing success. -choosing an illustrator -how to print your book -POD may not be your friend -what pitfalls to avoid -ho...

Are you an author? Do you want to get a push out for your snap, crackle and pop press release? Discover the Expert Click press release portal. Discover an easy peasy portal for creating and distribution author and book press ...

Are you building a brand that brings influence to your core mission? Do you know what your core mission is? They are two essential questions ALL authors should ask ... and answer. -For the books. -For their marketing. -For th...

Do you know what "servant authorship" is? You will after you listen in. -Did you know that the majority of authors do not write a book with an outline? -Did you know that authors are more confused today as to which publishing...

Hey authors ... are you ready to dive into social media and break through what the social media gurus don't tell you? Too many authors get caught up in the “myths” of publishing, using them as their guiding principles … where...

Times are turbulent for authors during the era of COVID. It's time to plan forward for the next year. Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd and host of AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing offers a variety of marketing and influe...

It's a website bonanza of info for authors: Do you know what the most common mistakes authors make in creating a website? Do you know what will make your website dated? You will now. Get tips on: -How to prepare your content ...

It's time to "spice" up your book design and beyond, Host Judith Briles The Book Shepherd and Book Designer Rebecca Finkel spike up creativity during COVID times on the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast for author...

Marketing, social media, and building author influence lead my list of "needs" from authors during their publishing journey. Join host Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd is her favorite Geek Girl Kelly Johnson for a rousing and...

Calling all authors and writers. Get ready for a jammed packed hour from writing guru Anne Randolph. Over 20 tips in this podcast, including: - Read lots, including the cereal box for ideas. - Don’t edit as you write, it will...

The perfect author and writer's gift awaits you. Fixional.com is ready to be unwrapped revealing the combination of AI and having an editor at your fingertips. Both just a click away. -Get tips for editing fiction fast and in...