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Ep. 13 - The Author's Driving Force: Discovering the 'Why'
In this episode of Beyond the Book, we explore the importance of starting your author journey by understanding your "why."
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Inspired by Simon Sinek's "Start with Why" and his famous TED talk, we...
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Ep. 12 - Q&A Episode: Author Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome is a common hurdle for many authors. In this episode, we'll tackle it head-on and explore the science behind it. Whether you've already published a book or you're planning to, understanding and...
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Ep. 11 What's Better Than Being a Best-Selling Author?
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Many authors aspire to be bestsellers, but it's important to consider the type of bestseller status you aim for.
Traditional Bestselling books lists are published by The New York Times and Wall...
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EP. 10 James Clear's Atomic Journey: The Power of Consistency
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James Clear's book "Atomic Habits" reshaped how we think about habits and personal transformation.
Clear's journey began in 2012 when he started a blog and newsletter.
He grew from a few thousand...
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Ep. 09 Q&A Episode: How to Launch a Book?
To become a successful author is often a journey that unfolds over several years, and it's crucial to manage your expectations accordingly.
At Juxtabook, we use a four-step approach to help authors craft effective...
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Ep. 08 - The Silent Game Changer: Goodreads Ratings Join Amazon Reviews
Episode Highlights:
How could the silent integration of Goodreads ratings on Amazon book listings change buying and launches?
Amazon acquired Goodreads in 2013 and has made a few changes to the platform.
In 2022,...
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Ep. 07 - A Tool Essential For Every Author
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In this episode of Beyond the Book, host Zach Kristensen discussed a tool that is essential for every author: the book proposal.
A book proposal serves as a business plan for your book, providing...
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Ep. 06 - Q&A Episode - September 22
In this week's episode of Beyond the Book we answer two questions submitted by our listeners:
How do I verify that what I think I know is actually accurate, is, is, it's factual? Here's my concern. I think I know...
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Ep. 05 - How to Craft the Perfect Fiction Book Title
In this episode of Beyond the Book, host Zach Kristensen explores the art of crafting captivating titles for fiction works.
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Fiction titles are the initial spark that grabs readers' attention and...
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Ep. 04 - How to Write the Perfect Book Title for Non-Fiction
In this episode of Beyond the Book, host Zach Kristensen delves into the art of crafting captivating titles for non-fiction books.
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Crafting a non-fiction title involves precision, engagement, and...
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Ep. 03 - Q&A Episode - September 15
In this week's episode of Beyond the Book we answer two questions submitted by our listeners:
If I have a defined audience for a book I'm working on, uh, how would you suggest I clearly understand my audience's...
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Ep. 02 - Understanding the 3 Foundations of Your Author Brand
Key Insights
The Three Crucial Components of Author Branding:
Psychological Branding: Explored as the emotional connection between authors and readers, focusing on how authors want their audience to perceive and...
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