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Authors Who Lead - Learn to write a book from bestselling authors and leaders

Azul Terronez - Author, TEDx Speaker, Coach
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Writing Process
Entrepreneurship
Storytelling
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Creativity
Authors
Writing Challenge
Memoir Writing
Community Engagement
Personal Growth
Book Publishing
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Digital Ownership
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Self-Publishing
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If you want to know how bestselling authors find the time to write their books, the methods they use to be productive and how they find their ideas you will love this podcast. Writing coach Azul Terronez shares interviews with clients such as Pat Flynn, of the Smart Passive Income, Jon Vroman, of the Front Row Factor, and Dana Malstaff of Boss-Mom, Jadah Sellner of Simple Green Smoothies. Learn fr... more

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Whether you’ve dreamed of being an author for decades or you’re just starting to put pen to paper, there’s one constant truth: writing—and finishing—a book is no small feat. On this episode of the Authors Who Lead podcast, I want to... more

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Publishing a book is often seen as a milestone—a badge of honor for accomplished leaders and coaches. But as I reveal in my conversation on the Authors Who Lead podcast, writing a book does more than boost your authority. It can cry... more

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Writing a memoir is never an easy feat—especially when the story being told explores the deeply personal terrain of trauma, healing, and the reclamation of one’s agency. In this episode of the "Authors Who Lead" podcast, I sit down ... more

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For many of you, the journey from idea to manuscript can feel daunting and filled with self-doubt. In this heartfelt solo episode, I share personal insights and experiences from a life devoted to writing, coaching, and the pursuit o... more

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Chelsey Valeri
Licensed clinical social worker, trauma therapist, author of Healed Enough
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Episode: Healed Enough: Navigating Complex Trauma, Dissociation, and the Journey of Writing a Memoir
Andrea Wilson Woods
Author, Advocate, founder of Blue Fairy Liver Cancer Association
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Episode: The Power of Memoir: Andrea Wilson Woods Shares Her Journey and Writing Process
Sage Hobbs
Author of Naked Communication and writer/coach
Author, Naked Communication
Episode: Why Authors Sometimes Hate Their Own Book, And What To Do Next
Samantha Sweetwater
An author, coach, and wisdom guide with three decades of experience in facilitating personal and collective transformations.
Dance Freedom, Peace Body, Japan
Episode: From Ideas to Manuscript: How True Human Evolved Through Writing and Honesty | Samantha Sweetwater
Barbara Caver
Lifelong student of the arts and accomplished film and television production executive
Author of "A Little Piece of Cuba"
Episode: Memoir Writing Tips from Film and Television Executive Barbara Caver
Katherine Henry
Writer and speaker whose memoir addresses themes of love, loss, and personal growth.
Episode: Kathryn Henry: Why Clarity Comes Through Writing, Not Before It
Kaia Vernon-Oliveira
A Davidson Young Scholar and actor who delivered a TEDx talk on gender-based gifted differences.
Episode: How to Build TEDx Talks That Actually Move People, with Alexia Vernon and Kaia Vernon-Oliveira
Alexia Vernon
A communication and leadership expert known as the Moxie Maven, coaching speakers on TEDx presentation.
Step Into Moxie
Episode: How to Build TEDx Talks That Actually Move People, with Alexia Vernon and Kaia Vernon-Oliveira
Dr. Gay Hendricks
A gifted writer and speaker, author of bestselling books.
Hendricks Institute
Episode: Loving Life & Living Your Genius Zone with Dr. Gay Hendricks

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Azul Terronez
Host of the Authors Who Lead Podcast and writing coach coordinating conversations with authors and leaders.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 135 ratings
  • I’m finally writing my book!

    I have been a huge fan of Azul’s podcast and listened to his gentle guidance and advice for some time. This year I had the incredible gift of being a guest on his show! Finally getting beyond the fear and following my intuition to start writing my book. Alongside solo episodes Azul invites others to share their experiences and journey to becoming an author. No matter what the topic is, there is always something thought provoking and practical to follow.

    Azul uses his experience and wisdom of te... more

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    5
    Julia Packwood Nurturing Wild
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • inspiring and practical guidance for authors

    Authors Who Lead is an inspiring and practical resource for writers who want their books to have a lasting impact. I especially appreciated the episode with Shayna Hammond on Called to Write a Book?, which showed how a book can amplify leadership and community work, as well as Azul’s episode on Building Your Author Business, which underscored the ways authors can turn a book into ongoing opportunities. Together, they illustrate exactly what makes this podcast special. It goes beyond the writing ... more

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    5
    Robbie Samuels, host & guest
    United States8 months ago
  • Inspiring!

    Azul is a very natural interviewer and it’s clear he puts his guest at ease immediately. He’s had such interesting and varied guests…have been binge listening and enjoying every minute

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stoner568
    United Kingdom2 years ago
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    In this insightful podcast, Rachel Richards, a former financial advisor, shares her journey of writing and publishing the successful personal finance book "Money Honey." With a mission to make personal finance enjoyable and accessible, Richards provides a straightforward seven-step guide covering budgeting, passive income, and investment. Another author, Rachel Rogers, emphasizes the importance of investing in a skilled editor for a finance book on a budget, learning from her experiences in cove... more

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    Cristan Rex
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Very thoughtful, personally prepared host

    On behalf of Dr. Pelletier, "Both as an author and as a person loved my conversation with Azul. He truly brings his full self to his podcast and his work.”

    Apple Podcasts
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    SeanTheSwan6
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise practical, actionable guidance for writing and publishing.
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The Power of Memoir: Andrea Wilson Woods Shares Her Journey and Writing Process
Q: What advice would you give memoirists who want to tell their truth but worry about hurting people?
Narrow the story to a specific moment in time, stay honest about who you are in that moment, and be prepared for some relationships to be affected or changed by the disclosure.
From Ideas to Manuscript: How True Human Evolved Through Writing and Honesty | Samantha Sweetwater
Q: What advice would you encourage people who feel compelled to write a book?
Be patient with yourself and recognize the need for both spaciousness and structural discipline in the writing process.
Memoir Writing Tips from Film and Television Executive Barbara Caver
Q: What advice would you give about tackling the idea of writing a memoir?
Barbara advises to treat writing a memoir like a marathon, focusing on finishing it without attaching a timeline.
Memoir Writing Tips from Film and Television Executive Barbara Caver
Q: What was your moment of doubt in writing your memoir?
Barbara experienced doubts on the day her book was published, as the reality of sharing her personal story with the world set in.
Kathryn Henry: Why Clarity Comes Through Writing, Not Before It
Q: What was the hardest moment to write about looking back in this memoir?
The most difficult was making sure I was honoring the experiences of others and avoiding throwing anyone under the bus while still being transparent about my own experiences and challenges.

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This show features interviews with authors, memoirists, coaches, and leaders who share actionable strategies for writing, publishing, and turning a book into a business or transformative platform. Episodes blend practical writing tips, publishing insights, and behind-the-scenes stories about crafting narratives, market considerations, and building a readership. Guests range from memoir-focused writers to executives and educators, often exploring authenticity, vulnerability, and discipline in the writing life. A recurring strength is the host's calm, coaching-style approach that helps listeners move from idea to publishable work, with clear takeaways on editing, launching, and promoting books without losing personal voice.

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Recent guests on Authors Who Lead include:

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2. Andrea Wilson Woods
3. Sage Hobbs
4. Samantha Sweetwater
5. Barbara Caver
6. Katherine Henry
7. Kaia Vernon-Oliveira
8. Alexia Vernon

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