Writing a book can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life but can also feel daunting and lonely.
Host and NY Times bestselling author Carmen Renee Berry pulls back the curtain to explore the real and diverse stories of those who journey from aspiring writer to published author. Authors candidly share their dreams, struggles, and strategies for writers like you—those who have life-changing messages to share with the world.
Real Authors in Real Time is brought to you by Berry Powell Press, an author-focused hybrid publisher.
After years of technical and academic writing, Dr. Shin-Yu Lee shares her experience of returning to writing as a space for healing while working on her upcoming book.
This conversation explores why writing our story is so important in shaping how we understand it. Listeners will also gain insights on when a personal story should be published, deciding what you’re ready to share, and crafting your story so it prompts healing for someone else.
Connect with Shin-Yu on Instagram at @lifewithshinyu for authentic conversation around writing, parenting, and more. Learn more about Berry Powell Press here and follow us at @berrypowellpress on Instagram.
20 Sept 2023
How to Create an Authentic Author Brand & Platform
Author brand and platform can feel incredibly confusing and daunting. However, the truth is that you don’t need to be inauthentic or famous to harness these tools. Rather, an author’s brand and platform create a path for authors to connect with the people they wrote their book for in the first place.
In conversation with BPP’s branding and marketing expert Valeri Mills Barnes, this episode clarifies these two terms and the key components of each. Listeners will learn how to authentically present their message and engage in their community.
To connect with Valeri and learn more about Berry Powell Press, visit our website here and follow us at @berrypowellpress on Instagram.
13 Sept 2023
Learning to Think of Your Book as a Business
Most authors want lots of people to read their book but have trouble making the mindset shift required to sell it. Successful authors must develop the ability to think of their book not just as a creative venture, but also as a strategic book-based business.
In this episode, author Mike E Reynolds shares how he has applied principles from his business background to his career as an author. He discusses how he identified his audience and the creative ways he’s reaching them post-publication.
Mike’s debut novel, Darkness Dwells in Dixie, won silver in the 2023 IBPA Benjamin Franklin awards. Click here to get your copy, and connect with Mike at his website, mreynoldsbooks.com. Learn more about Berry Powell Press here and follow us at @berrypowellpress on Instagram.
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