Episodes

Book Printing Tips & Tricks 11-06-2014
Nov. 5, 2014

Book Printing Tips & Tricks 11-06-2014

Are all book printers alike? It's a good questions and the answer is, Nope ... and you need to know what's out there and which is best for you and your book. Today, on Author U-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Judith will deep-...
Social Media Engagement for Authors Show 10-30-2014
Oct. 29, 2014

Social Media Engagement for Authors Show 10-30-2014

This week's show on Author U - Your Guide to Book Publishing is all treats, no tricks. Using social media to sell your books is the portal that every author needs to understand, to use, and remove the resistance roadblocks th...
What's HOT in eBooks, Including Kids Show 10-23-2014
Oct. 22, 2014

What's HOT in eBooks, Including Kids Show 10-23-2014

Nope, eBooks didn't eliminate print books, contrary to what many thought would happen--print books are doing well, in fact, sales were up 4.3% this summer. BUT, eBooks are an important part to your mix. Today's show will focu...
Author & Writer Creativity Goosers Show 10-16-2014
Oct. 15, 2014

Author & Writer Creativity Goosers Show 10-16-2014

Today, on Author U-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Judith will deep-dive into Creativity with a Twist--how to develop the skill that we all have. Her guest is Ronda Sheya, principal in the Sheya-Group.com in Colorado. AND, one...
Author Photos--What to Do and When to Do It Show 10-09-2014
Oct. 8, 2014

Author Photos--What to Do and When to Do It Show 10-09-2014

Your photos are a critical component to any author's online and offline presence. The questions: What photos are on your website?, What photos and images are in your social media outreach? and What photos and images are you u...
Creating Videos for Websites and Products Show 10-02-2014
Oct. 1, 2014

Creating Videos for Websites and Products Show 10-02-2014

Videos are a critical component to any author's online presence. The questions: -What videos are on your website? -What videos are in your social media outreach? and -What videos are you using to support both you and your boo...
Crowdfunding for Authors Using Kickstarter Show 9-25-2014
Sept. 24, 2014

Crowdfunding for Authors Using Kickstarter Show 9-25-2014

Authors and authors-to-be want to make sure they have enough money to fund their book project. Crowdfunding is one of their go-to places to bring in those moneys. Today's program brings in a key player from Kickstarter is goi...
Costs of Publishing Show 9-18-2014
Sept. 17, 2014

Costs of Publishing Show 9-18-2014

Authors and authors-to-be want to know what what the true cost of publishing is. And the answer is: it depends. It depends on what type of book you have. It depends on what your market for selling is. It depends on what your ...
Publishing Timelines-Roadmap Part 2 Show 09-11-2014
Sept. 10, 2014

Publishing Timelines-Roadmap Part 2 Show 09-11-2014

Part II ... Every author and writer needs a Timeline, let few create them ... and in case of BOOK ... most authors just want to get it written ... thinking about marketing, publicity, the production needs post the writing. No...
PublishingTimelines-Roadmap Part 1 Show 09-04-2014
Sept. 3, 2014

PublishingTimelines-Roadmap Part 1 Show 09-04-2014

I'ts Part I ... Every author and writer needs a Timeline, let few create them ... and in case of BOOK ... most authors just want to get it written ... thinking about marketing, publicity, the production needs post the writing...
Creativity: Adding Juice to Your Project Show 08-28-2014
Aug. 27, 2014

Creativity: Adding Juice to Your Project Show 08-28-2014

Every author and writer gets stuck once in awhile ... we need juice... where does it come from? Joining Judith Briles today is Jake Williams, author, illustrator, artist who develops pics and illustrations on the spot. Learn ...
Romancing the Librarian Show 08-21-2014
Aug. 20, 2014

Romancing the Librarian Show 08-21-2014

Libraries are a great place to sell your book to ... as well as create events around you and your book. In this edition of Author U - Your Guide to Book Publishing, Judith has Kari May, the President of the Elbert County Libr...
eBooks, Inkling, Fix Covers Show 08-14-2014
Aug. 13, 2014

eBooks, Inkling, Fix Covers Show 08-14-2014

You've got a book, or will soon ... what's next? Next is what's next. Joining Judith Briles today is Rebecca Finkel, multi-award winning designer. Think: 1. conversion to kindle -Is it a good idea? -How about kindle only no p...
Get Your Book Reviewed by the RIGHT Reviewers Show 08-08-2014
Aug. 7, 2014

Get Your Book Reviewed by the RIGHT Reviewers Show 08-08-2014

Authors, Books and Book Reviews all go together. Today is a deep dive into what reviews, how to submit, which ones to look at and how to make your submission shine to get attention. With Judith Briles today is Victoria Suther...
How to Create Your Virtual Book Tour Show 08-01-2014
July 31, 2014

How to Create Your Virtual Book Tour Show 08-01-2014

Out with the old ...in with the new. Today's show will focus on creating a Virtual Book Tour for the author and book. Judith's guest is D’vorah Lansky. She has been marketing online and mentoring authors since 2007 and the be...
ISBNs and Beyond Show  07-24-2014
July 22, 2014

ISBNs and Beyond Show 07-24-2014

ISBNs are something every author needs. And there is plenty more that comes along with them and in addition to them. In a fast hour, Judith and her guest will explore what you need, when you need it PLUS new items that are be...
eBooks: Create, Format, Sell Show 07-17-2014
July 16, 2014

eBooks: Create, Format, Sell Show 07-17-2014

eBooks are part of the author's world. You may not read them, but lots of your readers do. You want to create your books in print and "e" and audio. Today's show will focus on the latest and greatest in the "e" world and more...
Author Branding Tips and Strategies Show 07-10-2014
July 9, 2014

Author Branding Tips and Strategies Show 07-10-2014

Branding is critical for the success of today's author. Branding with book, website, promotional material ... everything. Today's show is all about creating Rock the World branding. With Judith today is Lori Ruff, acknowledge...
Publishing Nuggets for Newbies and Oldies Show 7-03-2014
July 2, 2014

Publishing Nuggets for Newbies and Oldies Show 7-03-2014

Would you love to have someone on your shoulder, delivering all the "nuggets" to keep you out of publishing doo-doo? That's what this show is all about. Although you might think of them as Nuggets for Newbies and Oldies ... t...
Publishing Predators-What to Look For, What to Do if You Get Hooked Show 6-24-2014
June 23, 2014

Publishing Predators-What to Look For, What to Do if You Get Hooked Show 6-24-2014

There are more "self-publishing" companies out there who claim to be experts in publishing books, yet are they? They answer is a resounding NO ... what they are are experts in separating your from your credit card money and d...
Legal Stuff: copyrights, terminating contracts, co-authors Show 06-19-2014
June 18, 2014

Legal Stuff: copyrights, terminating contracts, co-authors Show 06-19-2014

All books create legal questions for authors. What are Yours? Is your book something that the needs permissions? Are you in a contract that is a mess and you want to get out of it? Are you thinking about doing a co-author agr...
Insider Tips to Sell Your Book for Film and TV Show 6-12-2014
June 11, 2014

Insider Tips to Sell Your Book for Film and TV Show 6-12-2014

Is your book something that the TV fans will gobble up ... or even for the big screen? Today's show is all about conversion... how do you transition from author of a book to one that has a book make into a movie or land on th...
Tips and Tricks to Rock Your Book Publicity Show 6-03-2014
June 2, 2014

Tips and Tricks to Rock Your Book Publicity Show 6-03-2014

Every author is on the lookout for how to get more publicity and how to publicize their book. Today's show is all bout that with the Founder of JKS Communications, Julie Schoerke with host Judith Briles, they will cover: -Wha...
Awesome FREE Websites and Apps for Authors and Books Show 5-27-2014
May 26, 2014

Awesome FREE Websites and Apps for Authors and Books Show 5-27-2014

Every author is on the lookout for cool stuff for the website--all the gizmos and gadgets that will make the book and the author soar above the crowds! And it can bring money--lots of it. Today, Judith has Kelly Johnson with ...