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Alexa's Book Marketing & Publishing Chat

Alexa Bigwarfe
Women In Publishing Summit
Book Marketing
Self-Publishing
Content Strategy
Publishing Industry
Email Marketing
Audience Engagement
Memoir Writing
Marketing Strategies
Goal Setting
Social Media Marketing
Authors
Social Media
Marketing
Amazon
Content Creation
Book Launch In a Box
JD Barker
Instagram
Author Marketing

Personal interviews on the struggles, stories, and success routes for authors and publishing industry professionals, publishing and book marketing coaching from host Alexa Bigwarfe of the Women in Publishing Summit. Tips for success, advice and information from publishing industry professionals for authors and publishing industry professionals looking to start or grow their book-focused businesses... more

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Linda Needham
Traditionally published romance author who moved into non-fiction
Independent publishing; previously with HarperCollins
Episode: Author-Forward Marketing Lessons from 8 Authors {ep. 219}
CeCe Robinson
Sci-fi dystopian author, focused on indie publishing and marketing
Indie author; Book Launch in a Box alumni
Episode: Author-Forward Marketing Lessons from 8 Authors {ep. 219}
Zaria L. Banks
Contemporary romance author
Indie author; BLAB program participant
Episode: Author-Forward Marketing Lessons from 8 Authors {ep. 219}
Tracy Meyer
Indie author and international representative from Canada
Independent publishing
Episode: Author-Forward Marketing Lessons from 8 Authors {ep. 219}
Pat Blackgold
Author of historical and Vietnam-era novels; children's author
Purple Butterfly Press; self-published works
Episode: Author-Forward Marketing Lessons from 8 Authors {ep. 219}
Leanne Janzen
Publishing specialist turned sales lead at Friesen Press, guiding authors through self-publishing
Friesen Press (Friesen Corp)
Episode: Self-Publishing Demystified: Costs, Timelines, & What Authors Need to Know with Leanne Janzen {ep. 217}
Lisa Carrington Firmin
Keynote speaker for the 2026 Women in Publishing Summit, veteran, author, editor, and founder of Carrington Firmin LLC
Carrington Firmin LLC; Blue Ear Books; Veteran Book Initiative
Episode: Lisa Carrington Firmin on Writing, Healing, and Owning Your Story {ep. 215}
Nicole Stocker-Heinrich
Hairdresser turned entrepreneur, color-correction specialist, author
Self-employed / freelance entrepreneur
Episode: From Rock Bottom to Rock Tours: Reinventing Your Life and Business with Nicole Stocker-Heinrich
Dr. Kate Watson
Author, speaker, trainer, and consultant on power-based violence advocacy
Advocacy Academy; speakandfind.com
Episode: From Author to Paid Speaker: Building a Profitable Speaking Business with Dr. Kate Watson {ep. 211}

Host

Alexa Bigwarfe
Host of the show; organizer of Women in Publishing Summit; publishing and book marketing educator

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Wow! It’s so comprehensive!

    This podcast has an episode for every step of the process - and then some more! I’ve been listening for years and love the combination of author interviews, professional interviews, reflections, and the new short snappy Momentum Mondays!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RaewynS
    United States4 months ago
  • Quick, digestible and motivating

    I love momentum Monday! (Even when I listen to it on Wednesday) great information in 15 minutes. Stays with me all throughout the day, generating ideas!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nikasmiles
    Germany7 months ago
  • This Show is Fire!

    PublisHer and the host, Alexa, fire on all cylinders! Before you start and throughout your publishing journey, this podcast should be your trusted companion. The guests and all the information provided on the show are golden!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bmchawk
    United States2 years ago
  • One stop publishing shop…

    Getting ready to publish? Need to know how to promote that book you’ve worked so hard on? Looking for other ways to make money from your book? You’ve found the right podcast to get answers to all these questions and more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AllyB Ghostwriter, Weitkng
    United States2 years ago
  • Must listen!!

    Alexa is an absolute gem for writers, publishers and editors. This podcast is a goldmine for writers looking to navigate the publishing world! Deirdre

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deirdre Tshien
    United States3 years ago

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The host delivers practical, comprehensive guidance for writers and editors.
Listeners value actionable frameworks and templates for book launches and growth.

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From Author to Paid Speaker: Building a Profitable Speaking Business with Dr. Kate Watson {ep. 211}
Q: Do you believe having a published book makes it easier to be selected for speaking engagements at larger events?
Yes, there is often an expectation that speakers have a book, and larger events sometimes budget for keynote speakers who bring copies of their book to distribute.
From Author to Paid Speaker: Building a Profitable Speaking Business with Dr. Kate Watson {ep. 211}
Q: Have you crafted a pricing package or a set list of offerings for trainings and keynotes?
Kate confirms she maintains a training catalog of courses and packages that can be delivered as needed, including a mix of trainings and keynotes, rather than solely billing by the hour.
Finding Joy in Submission: How to Get Your Short Fiction and Essays Published with Dennis James Sweeney {ep. 208}
Q: Did you have any other tips on balancing the time that it takes to write the stories versus finding the places to submit?
Build in time for your publication practice, just like you do for writing, to make the process less overwhelming and more enjoyable.
Finding Joy in Submission: How to Get Your Short Fiction and Essays Published with Dennis James Sweeney {ep. 208}
Q: Can you just tell us a little bit more about literary magazines and what they are?
Literary magazines publish a bunch of people's work at the same time, usually in a single issue, offering a great way to get credits and connect with other writers.
Professional Self-Publishing, Editorial Excellence, and the Real Publishing Timeline with Kathy Meis {ep. 204}
Q: Can you take a moment to just explain what the editorial process means?
The biggest piece is there's several types of editing and manuscript assessment like developmental editing, line editing, and copy editing.

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This show centers on practical strategies for authors and publishing professionals to grow visibility, monetize expertise, and run book-focused businesses. Episodes cover topics like messaging clarity, email marketing, speaker and training programs, co-authoring, self-publishing, and building collaborative networks through conferences and partnerships. Guests range from authors and editors to PR pros and industry educators, offering concrete steps, real-world examples, and accountable tactics for book launches, marketing, and ongoing audience engagement. A standout theme is turning publishing activities into sustainable, relationship-driven growth rather than one-off promotions, with a strong emphasis on community and actionable plans for a... more

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1. Linda Needham
2. CeCe Robinson
3. Zaria L. Banks
4. Tracy Meyer
5. Pat Blackgold
6. Leanne Janzen
7. Lisa Carrington Firmin
8. Nicole Stocker-Heinrich

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