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Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business

Chandler Bolt, Founder of selfpublishing.com 330 Episodes Aug 23, 2026

Learn how to write, publish and market a book that changes lives. Every week, host Chandler Bolt interviews successful authors to discover how they write and launch their books and use them to grow their business. The podcast is produced by selfpublishing.com and aims to help aspiring authors turn their stories into published books.

Episodes

The 3 Types of Founder Books Every CEO Needs to Know About (Shoe Dog, Miracle Morning & More)
The 3 Types of Founder Books Every CEO Needs to Know About (Shoe Dog, Miracle Morning & More) Aug 23, 2026 642 Choosing the right books for business owners to write can establish your authority. Learn how to select the best format for your goals.Writing a book is a significant commitment for any entrepreneur. This guide breaks down three specific book types: the Instruction Manual, the Company Manifesto, and the Category King. By identifying which format fits your current business needs and writing capabil
Hybrid Publishers Are a SCAM! Here's the Truth They Don't Tell You...
Hybrid Publishers Are a SCAM! Here's the Truth They Don't Tell You... Aug 22, 2026 552 Avoid a hybrid publishing scam by learning the red flags before you sign any contracts. Protect your manuscript and budget.Many new authors are targeted by predatory companies masquerading as legitimate partners. This video breaks down why hybrid publishing often fails to deliver the promised results and why the industry lacks the transparency needed to protect writers. If you are currently evalua
The Problem With Hiring A Ghostwriter To Write Your Book (And What To Do Instead)
The Problem With Hiring A Ghostwriter To Write Your Book (And What To Do Instead) Aug 19, 2026 787 Many aspiring authors fall into the ghostwriting trap because they believe they can simply pay for a quality book without personal effort. We examine why most quick-fix solutions fail and provide practical alternatives for getting your work written legitimately. By understanding how to spot book ghostwriting scams early, you save money and maintain creative control over your project. This guide is
Book Genres That Always Fail- 7 Book Genres with Shockingly High Failure Rates [Backed By Data]
Book Genres That Always Fail- 7 Book Genres with Shockingly High Failure Rates [Backed By Data] Aug 18, 2026 382 Publishing a manuscript without analyzing market demand can completely destroy your launch before you even get started. Based on internal data from over 7,000 self-published titles, this high-energy breakdown uncovers the specific high-risk book types that consistently struggle to generate reviews or maintain sales momentum. Discover the primary structural flaws, positioning mistakes, and formatti
Book Cover Design: The Rules That Separate Bestsellers from Failures (Data from 7,000 Books)
Book Cover Design: The Rules That Separate Bestsellers from Failures (Data from 7,000 Books) Aug 11, 2026 913 Designing a bestselling book cover requires far more than creating a pretty piece of art. Based on data from publishing over 7,000 books, this guide breaks down the visual rules that turn your cover into a high-converting advertisement on Amazon. Learn how to pass the postage stamp test, master the rule of thirds, select easy to read typography, and write a high-converting design brief for your gr
I Used AI to Write & Publish a Book in 30 Days Here's What Happened
I Used AI to Write & Publish a Book in 30 Days Here's What Happened Aug 4, 2026 2099 Uncover the exact framework used to write, edit, and publish a complete nonfiction manuscript in just 30 days using Claude AI. Bestselling author Scott Allan breaks down how to train artificial intelligence on your unique personal voice, build customized chapter outlines, and eliminate generic fake case studies. Discover the essential three-pass self-editing system, deep manuscript assessment loop
5 Steps To Turn Your Business Into A Book That Makes Millions
5 Steps To Turn Your Business Into A Book That Makes Millions Jul 30, 2026 997 Using a business book strategy can generate millions in revenue. Learn how to position your book to drive significant business growth.We cover the logic behind using a book marketing for entrepreneurs approach, ensuring your publication does more than just sit on a shelf. You will learn why certain structures work better for lead generation and how to position your expertise to attract high-value
Why Amazon Is Banning KDP Accounts in 2026 (Still Worth It for Authors?)
Why Amazon Is Banning KDP Accounts in 2026 (Still Worth It for Authors?) Jul 28, 2026 681 Discover why Amazon is shutting down KDP accounts in 2026 and how you can protect your author business from disappearing overnight. This high-energy breakdown covers the primary causes for KDP terminations, including metadata keyword stuffing, AI disclosure policy failures, and trademark claims. Learn the step-by-step 24-hour KDP account recovery plan to appeal suspension emails and restore your p
3 Things Every Author Needs Before Launching on Kickstarter
3 Things Every Author Needs Before Launching on Kickstarter Jul 23, 2026 838 How do you launch a bestselling book without a large audience? In this interview, Jason Gaynard breaks down the unconventional Kickstarter book launch strategy that generated over $200,000 in preorders and sold 14,000 books before the official launch, despite having no email list and only 2,500 Instagram followers.Join hundreds of authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, and experts for a virtual event fo
How To Write a Book in a Weekend Using AI (Step-by-Step Guide)
How To Write a Book in a Weekend Using AI (Step-by-Step Guide) Jul 22, 2026 592 Join hundreds of authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, and experts for a virtual event focused on growing a real business around your book, message, and expertise. https://get.selfpublishing.com/abs2026Use the AI writing method to write a book in a weekend. I cover the essential workflow, including creating a mind map and developing a one-page launch plan. You will also learn about common pitfalls to a
Most New Authors Don't Know This
Most New Authors Don't Know This Jul 21, 2026 638 Deciding between writing a fiction novel, a personal memoir, or a simple prescriptive self-help book can completely stall your author journey. In this breakdown, discover the three core questions you must ask to evaluate your book ideas and finish your manuscript faster. Learn why writing fiction first is exponentially harder than prescriptive nonfiction and how publishing a simpler book first bui
The Proven Formula That Makes a Story Irresistible
The Proven Formula That Makes a Story Irresistible Jul 16, 2026 915 Struggling with a complex plot outline can stall your writing progress, but unlocking a precise narrative blueprint will completely transform your manuscript. Head fiction coach Ramy Vance breaks down the five essential milestones that make any fiction novel, memoir, or speech deeply engaging for your audience. By tracking structural pacing through famous real-world breakdowns like The Hunger Game

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