The Rebel Maker | Writing Books, Publishing Books & Turning Books into Profitable Businesses

Send Marti a text message HERE! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2251252/open_sms] To listen to the full episode with Marta Spirk, go to episode 13 or click here [https://rebelqueen.co/2023/12/01/ep-13-finding-your-message-with-tedx-speaker-marta-spirk/]!  This is one of the best moments of episode 13 with Marta Spirk. In this conversation, Marti and Marta talk about how Marta decided writing a book was the right next step for her and how to get more visible your way. According to Marta, “It’s only impossible until you do it.” So, tune in to discover how to get out of your own way and finally get that powerful message of yours out into the world. 01:13 Finding your unique message to make an impact in the world 04:31 Overcoming imposter syndrome 06:06 Finding visibility in a way that suits you 07:31 The importance of challenging yourself and trying things out 08:11 Marta’s journey to publishing a book 11:58 Crushing the barriers and obstacles to writing a book Connect with Marti Instagram: @rebelqueenbooks [https://www.instagram.com/rebelqueenbooks/?hl=en] Facebook: @rebelqueenbooks [https://www.facebook.com/rebelqueenbooks] Website: rebelqueen.co [https://rebelqueen.co/]  1. To suggest topics for the podcast or leave a comment, send Marti a text (link at the top of the show notes). 2. For questions that need an answer: book a clarity call here [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/5ede5e855032401e7aa9adad/schedule] or send Marti an email at marti@rebelqueen.co 3. To be a guest on The Rebel Maker: fill out this form [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/6504817202d710003a837358]. Book a Clarity Call with me at rebelqueen.co/contact [https://rebelqueen.co/contact/]. Produced by Ideablossoms [https://ideablossoms.com/]

Send Marti a text message HERE! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2251252/open_sms] To listen to the full episode with Jill Cooper, go to episode 3 or click here [https://rebelqueen.co/2023/09/26/ep-3-tired-of-cranking-out-books-how-to-live-off-your-backlist-with-best-selling-author-jill-cooper/]!  This is one of the best moments of episode 3 with Jill Cooper. In this conversation, Marti and Jill cover ways authors can improve their book sales, including how they can sell much more by running Facebook Ads. Tune in to learn Jill and Mal’s strategies for advertising your books effectively, and what may be keeping you from selling as many books as you need to get off the rat race of constantly writing and releasing. 01:09 What you can expect from working with Jill and Malorie 03:09 The secret sauce in generating book sales 04:49 Reasons your books might not be selling Connect with Marti Instagram: @rebelqueenbooks [https://www.instagram.com/rebelqueenbooks/?hl=en] Facebook: @rebelqueenbooks [https://www.facebook.com/rebelqueenbooks] Website: rebelqueen.co [https://rebelqueen.co/]  1. To suggest topics for the podcast or leave a comment, send Marti a text (link at the top of the show notes). 2. For questions that need an answer: book a clarity call here [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/5ede5e855032401e7aa9adad/schedule] or send Marti an email at marti@rebelqueen.co 3. To be a guest on The Rebel Maker: fill out this form [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/6504817202d710003a837358]. Book a Clarity Call with me at rebelqueen.co/contact [https://rebelqueen.co/contact/]. Produced by Ideablossoms [https://ideablossoms.com/]

Send Marti a text message HERE! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2251252/open_sms] To listen to the full episode with Autumn Cohen, go to episode 15 or click here [https://rebelqueen.co/2023/12/15/ep-15-navigating-the-book-publishing-process-and-overcoming-imposter-syndrome-with-autumn-cohen/]!  This is one of the best moments of episode 15 with Autumn Cohen. In this conversation, Marti and Autumn talk about the perfect time to find a publisher, how important reaching out to Marti was for Autumn, and finding the right publisher. The importance of connecting with people who actually know what they’re doing (not just say they do) cannot be overstated. In this episode, you’ll find the information you need to weed out the publishers that are not for you so you can find the publisher that is. 01:13 When should I reach out to a publisher? 03:04 Key considerations for an illustrated children’s book 03:37 How Autumn found Marti 05:17 What to consider when looking for the best publisher for you Connect with Marti Instagram: @rebelqueenbooks [https://www.instagram.com/rebelqueenbooks/?hl=en] Facebook: @rebelqueenbooks [https://www.facebook.com/rebelqueenbooks] Website: rebelqueen.co [https://rebelqueen.co/]  1. To suggest topics for the podcast or leave a comment, send Marti a text (link at the top of the show notes). 2. For questions that need an answer: book a clarity call here [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/5ede5e855032401e7aa9adad/schedule] or send Marti an email at marti@rebelqueen.co 3. To be a guest on The Rebel Maker: fill out this form [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/6504817202d710003a837358]. Book a Clarity Call with me at rebelqueen.co/contact [https://rebelqueen.co/contact/]. Produced by Ideablossoms [https://ideablossoms.com/]

Send Marti a text message HERE! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2251252/open_sms] To listen to the full episode with Danielle Anderson, go to episode 5 or click here [https://rebelqueen.co/2023/10/06/ep-5-what-you-need-to-know-if-you-want-to-write-your-own-memoir-or-biography-with-danielle-anderson/]!  This is one of the best moments of episode 5 with Danielle Anderson. In this conversation, Marti and Danielle are talking about why and when you should reach out to an editor, as well as all the different ways to edit a book and their roles in making a quality book. Get acquainted with all the rounds of editing a good book will (should) go through before it is released: developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading. This will help you make an informed decision on what type of editing your book needs. 01:13 The importance of thoroughly editing your book 02:44 The best time to reach out to an editor 05:23 Why there are different types of editing 06:43 Developmental editing and book coaching 08:30 The value of line editing 09:23 Copy editing (not proofreading) 10:41 Different editors, different skill sets 11:37 What proofreading actually is and what it’s for 12:43 Challenges Marti and Danielle faced with their clients Connect with Marti Instagram: @rebelqueenbooks [https://www.instagram.com/rebelqueenbooks/?hl=en] Facebook: @rebelqueenbooks [https://www.facebook.com/rebelqueenbooks] Website: rebelqueen.co [https://rebelqueen.co/]  1. To suggest topics for the podcast or leave a comment, send Marti a text (link at the top of the show notes). 2. For questions that need an answer: book a clarity call here [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/5ede5e855032401e7aa9adad/schedule] or send Marti an email at marti@rebelqueen.co 3. To be a guest on The Rebel Maker: fill out this form [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/6504817202d710003a837358]. Book a Clarity Call with me at rebelqueen.co/contact [https://rebelqueen.co/contact/]. Produced by Ideablossoms [https://ideablossoms.com/]

Send Marti a text message HERE! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2251252/open_sms] Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast. In this episode, we’re diving into the valuable role of a book in a business, when you should start writing your book, how to craft a values-based message, and make sure it aligns with the business. I’m sharing questions that will guide you in creating a values-based message for your website, which will be the basis for what you write in your book, your social media posts, and your email newsletter. In this episode: * [02:04] Client conversations and insights * [02:40] What a nonfiction book is meant to do for you * [04:14] When should I start writing my book? (NOW!) * [05:57] Using your book as your minimum viable product * [07:16] Questions to help you craft a values-based message * [09:59] Why having a consistent message matters * [11:09] Aligning your book with your business * [13:22] A special thank you just for you Resources & Links: Book a Clarity Call with me at rebelqueen.co [https://rebelqueen.co/]. Shoot me an email at marti@rebelqueen.co [marti@rebelqueen.co]. Want to be featured on the Rebel Maker™ Podcast? Apply here! [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/6504817202d710003a837358] Noteworthy quote from this episode: “You don't have to have the business in place. You don't have to have the website done. You don't have to [have] business cards, like you don't have to have all of those done to start working on your book that showcases who you are, what you do, what you know, how you can impact them, and why they should listen to you.” Connect with Marti Instagram: @rebelqueenbooks [https://www.instagram.com/rebelqueenbooks/?hl=en] Facebook: @rebelqueenbooks [https://www.facebook.com/rebelqueenbooks] Website: rebelqueen.co [https://rebelqueen.co/]  1. To suggest topics for the podcast or leave a comment, send Marti a text (link at the top of the show notes). 2. For questions that need an answer: book a clarity call here [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/5ede5e855032401e7aa9adad/schedule] or send Marti an email at marti@rebelqueen.co 3. To be a guest on The Rebel Maker: fill out this form [https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/6504817202d710003a837358]. Book a Clarity Call with me at rebelqueen.co/contact [https://rebelqueen.co/contact/]. Produced by Ideablossoms [https://ideablossoms.com/]