Beyond the Bestseller

About Beyond the Bestseller

Beyond the Bestseller is a podcast for professional women, authors, and entrepreneurs who are ready to amplify their influence and impact. Join host Kelly Schuknecht as she dives into conversations with inspiring women who’ve written books to further their careers, build their brands, and share powerful messages. Each episode dives into real conversations, offering insights on writing, marketing, and using a book to open doors and spark new opportunities. Tune in for inspiring stories, expert advice, and the motivation to pursue your own big dreams. Go beyond the bestseller and discover what’s possible.

Publisher

Kelly Schuknecht

Category

arts · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Nov 2024

Latest episode

21 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

100 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Sept 2026

   Why the Social Media Treadmill Is Wrecking Your Business and What to Build Instead with Cara Chace

   In this episode, Cara Chace discusses the impact of social media burnout on women in business, how platforms have evolved into marketing interest media, and practical strategies to reclaim your time and mental health. She shares her personal journey, insights on long-term marketing, and how to build a sustainable online presence.

2. 

   14 Sept 2026

   Rebuild Midlife Resilience & Health; Without Chronic Dieting! with Courtney Townley

   In this episode, Courtney Townley shares insights from her book ’The Consistency Code’ on how midlife women can achieve deep health and happiness through sustainable practices. We explore the importance of behavior change, self-honesty, and realignment in creating lasting well-being.

3. 

   7 Sept 2026

   From Idea to Published Author: The Nonfiction Blueprint with Marisa Solis & Elizabeth Dougherty

   In this episode, Kelly Schuknecht interviews authors Marisa Solis and Elizabeth Dougherty about their book ’The Complete Expert to Author Guide.’ They share insights on how experts can write and publish prescriptive nonfiction books, especially in the nonfiction genre, and how to organize their ideas effectively.

Who has been a guest on Beyond the Bestseller

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Sheena Yap Chan
• Julie Coraccio
• Lauren Tetenbaum
• Kareen Aristide
• Hilda Fainsod

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

161,036

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 57 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

67

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.

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