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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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When Alexa met Constance Phillips in the drink line at Author Nation, she had no idea she was chatting with a romance author with 27 published titles under her belt. In this conversation, Constance... more

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Recent Guests

Constance Phillips
Romance author with multiple series
Independent publisher, previously Crescent Moon Press
Episode: 27 Books, Female Firefighter Heroes & Why Most Writers Quit Right Before They Make It - Constance Phillips {ep. 222}
Cher Terais
Romance author and founder of As Written by Cher Terais; creator of Wanderlust Romance and The Booked Club
As Written by Cher Terais; The Booked Club
Episode: The Booked Club: How One Author Turned Wanderlust Romance Into a Whole Ecosystem
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}

Host

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

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 40 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 States5 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
    Germany8 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 States3 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 States3 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.
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The Booked Club: How One Author Turned Wanderlust Romance Into a Whole Ecosystem
Q: What is the core idea behind The Booked Club and how does it benefit readers/authors?
The Booked Club provides access to travel at wholesale rates by partnering with brands, enabling members to travel more affordably and even access flights at discounts, while also serving as a platform to turn books into broader, immersive experiences.
The Booked Club: How One Author Turned Wanderlust Romance Into a Whole Ecosystem
Q: When did you actually launch the travel business aspect of your brand?
Cher explains the launch happened on January 26, 2025, after a successful Tulum book launch that inspired turning the book event into a broader Wanderlust experience and then pivoting to a virtual, scalable travel brand.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alexa's Book Marketing & Publishing Chat

What is Alexa's Book Marketing & Publishing Chat about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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Recent guests on Alexa's Book Marketing & Publishing Chat include:

1. Constance Phillips
2. Cher Terais
3. Linda Needham
4. CeCe Robinson
5. Zaria L. Banks
6. Tracy Meyer
7. Pat Blackgold
8. Leanne Janzen

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