Write the Damn Book Already
Elizabeth LyonsWant to write, publish, and market your book, but feel overwhelmed by where to start?
Write the Damn Book Already breaks down the writing process, self-publishing, and traditional publishing so you can move from idea to finished book with clarity and confidence.
Hosted by Elizabeth Lyons—author, book writing coach, book editor, and self-publishing expert—this show untangles the often-confusing w... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 191 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsBusinessEntrepreneurship | |||
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Anna Dorn’s debut novel, Vagablonde, came out in May 2020, which was a spectacular moment to launch a book (hear the sarcasm). Her tour was obviously cancelled, which she was fine with si... more
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Jane Bitomsky’s debut novel, Death by Misadventure, came out October 1, 2026 from Lake Union. It opens in the 1500s with a naked dead man found under a waterwheel, missing a certain piece... more
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Anna Pitoniak spent years as a senior editor at Random House, wrote her first two novels in the hours before and after work, and has now published five books of her own. Her newest, The S... more
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Elizabeth being such a vibrant joy and passion to every interview which makes this podcast entertaining and extremely informative. This is a must-listen podcast for authors. In three words: binge-worthy, human, and insightful!!
Apple Podcasts5AllisonBuehner
United States2 months ago - Real!
Really enjoyed listening to this episode of Write the Damn Book Already—it felt like a very real, no-fluff look at traditional publishing from the inside. I appreciated how openly it broke down the marketing pressure and launch expectations that most first-time authors don’t see coming. It makes you think differently about what “success” actually looks like in publishing.
Apple Podcasts5Mary BurrussUnited States5 months ago - Binging this podcast!
I just found this podcast and am currently BINGING it before I even think about hitting go on my new book. The tips are so practical and so helpful! Thank you for putting out this podcast!
Apple Podcasts5BTA_MDUnited States9 months ago - Helpful & Inspiring! Practical Tips!
Thank you, Elizabeth, for adding so much value to the writing community. You’ve inspired and helped me on my nonfiction book journey.
Apple Podcasts5VickiD1031United Statesa year ago - I'm so inspired!
I just signed up for drum lessons. I’ve been wanting to do it forever, but the school that I really love is over an hour away. And I was just really reluctant to make that drive so, I decided that I would listen to podcasts while I drove instead of my typical music. Life-changing! This podcast has already helped me dramatically in just one day. I’m actually looking forward to any time I get to drive now, so I can listen. Thank you
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3. Kim Purcell
4. Angela Brown
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