"Write. Publish. Repeat" Conversations

The No-Luck Required Guide to Self-Publishing Success (updates and clarifications on the #1 bestselling writing book)

4.25 (423 reviews)

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What you will learn

Make a living writing (HINT: it's about hard work and math, not luck!)

Avoid getting lumped in with the "self publishing ghetto" by taking a few small steps to look like a professional

Create a viable income-producing business out of what most struggling writers erroneously see as "just art"

Produce great books (fiction or nonfiction) -- from pre-production planning to publishing like a pro

Learn which sales and promotion techniques and strategies work for full-time successful authors

Find out why some authors succeed while others fail

Discover what's changed in indie publishing, and how you can benefit

Learn how to write fast, produce a lot of books, and give yourself a bigger "footprint" for readers to find you

Understand how email marketing, blogging, social media, podcasting, and other promotional avenues can easily fit into any smart artist's strategies

Know how to set up your website and grow your email list (creating a repository of people eager to buy your next book)

Find out how to get more reviews (and deal with the good and the bad ones)

Get the Cliffs Notes on what the authors of the #1 bestseller "Write. Publish. Repeat." have learned in the trenches, running their six-imprint publishing business since the book was originally released (UPDATES AND LATEST INFO!)

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Our Verdict

This course offers an invaluable look into the minds of three successful indie authors, delivering a blend of motivation, real-world advice, and concrete strategies. Aspiring self-publishers will highly benefit from their expertise, even if the sheer amount of information can be overwhelming at times and requires careful listening.

What We Liked

Three successful self-publishing authors share their no-nonsense insights and firsthand experiences in a conversational format.
Comprehensive course covering various aspects of indie publishing, from production to marketing strategies in the context of hard numbers.
Emphasizes the importance of professionalism, treating writing as a business, and understanding sales funnels.
Helpful reference list for various recommended tools, podcasts, and resources.

Potential Drawbacks

The course content can be somewhat disorganized and repetitive due to its conversational nature.
Some of the specific tools and methods mentioned early on are outdated or no longer available.
Lacks details on some practical aspects, such as setting up Amazon categories, formatting print books, and optimizing SEO.
Might be overwhelming for beginners due to its sheer amount of content covering numerous topics.