The Book Marketing Action Podcast is a resource where you can get actionable advice to build your author platform, plan a book launch, launch your book successfully, and sustain interest in your book after launch. This podcast is focused on ACTION. At the end of every episode, we’ll share one or more actions you can implement to reach more people with your book and message. If you implement these actions consistently over time, you’ll see results. Some of these actions will seem easy, others will be more challenging. We want to be your guide in focusing on the actions that will make the biggest difference for you over time.
The Book Marketing Action Podcast
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The Book Marketing Action Podcast is a resource where you can get actionable advice to build your author platform, plan a book launch, launch your book successfully, and sustain interest in your book after launch. This podcast is focused on ACTION. At the end of every episode, we’ll share one or more actions you can implement to reach more people with your book and message. If you implement these actions consistently over time, you’ll see results. Some of these actions will seem easy, others will be more challenging. We want to be your guide in focusing on the actions that will make the biggest difference for you over time.
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May 12, 2026
Bonus: Introducing Indie Author Chat
Host Laura Finch interviews Becky Robinson about the vision behind the new Indie Author Chat podcast and the marketing-first approach of Weaving Influence Press.
May 5, 2026
#168: The Courage to Tell the Truth Through a Memoir
<p>In this final episode of Season 7, Becky sits down with <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/laralovehardin/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lara Love Hardin</a></u>—president and founder of <u><a href="https://www.trueliterary.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">True Literary</a></u> and bestselling author—to explore the powerful story behind her memoir <u><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Many-Lives-Mama-Love-Stealing/dp/1982197668" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Many Lives of Mama Love</a></u>. Lara shares her journey from addiction and incarceration to rebuilding her life as a ghostwriter, literary agent, and bestselling author. Together, Becky and Lara discuss the courage it takes to tell the truth through writing, the realities of publishing a memoir, and the transformative power of sharing your story. Lara also offers insights into what makes a memoir stand out and what it really takes to bring a book into the world.</p><p>During the episode, you’ll learn: </p><ul><li>About Lara’s life journey as she wrote about it in her memoir, The Many Lives of Mama Love. </li><li>About Lara's experience stepping out of the shadows and finding the courage to share her story with the world. </li><li>What it takes to write the kind of memoir that acquires representation and a publisher.</li><li>The biggest factors that contribute to selling non-celebrity memoirs. </li><li>About Lara’s decision to form her own literary agency and the vision she has for being a different kind of literary agent. </li><li>The types of authors and stories Lara is most drawn to representing.</li><li>When an author should decide which publishing path to go down.</li><li>The original title of Lara’s memoir and who she would pick to play her in the TV adaptation. </li><li>Which parts of Lara’s journey have felt the most surreal to her. </li></ul><br/><p>Don’t forget to check out our <u><a href="https://weavinginfluence.com/episode-168-the-courage-to-tell-the-truth-through-a-memoir/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">show notes</a></u>, which include action steps and resources.</p><p>Sign up for the <u><a href="https://weavinginfluence.com/newsletter-signup" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bi-weekly newsletter</a></u> to connect with Becky Robinson and gain access to ongoing learning and conversation. </p>
April 21, 2026
#167: Why It’s Never Too Late for Your Book to Take Off
<p>In this episode, Becky sits down with <u><a href="https://innerexcellence.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jim Murphy</a></u>—performance coach and author—to explore the extraordinary journey behind his book <u><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Inner-Excellence-Extraordinary-Performance-Possible/dp/1538777800/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Inner Excellence</a></u>. What started as a self-published book that sold 8,000 copies over 16 years transformed into a #1 New York Times bestseller after A.J. Brown was seen reading it on the sidelines of an NFL playoff game. Jim shares the behind-the-scenes story of how his book found its way into the hands of professional athletes, the years he spent refining his message, and why he never gave up on the work.</p><p>During the episode, you’ll learn: </p><ul><li>About Jim’s journey as an author. </li><li>The various contributing factors that led to Jim’s book, Inner Excellence, becoming a New York Times bestseller for several weeks in a row.</li><li>About the 16 years between the original publication of Inner Excellence and when it really took off in January of 2025. </li><li>What Jim did to keep Inner Excellence in the conversation throughout the years after publication. </li><li>The story of a life-changing moment for Jim.</li><li>What’s different when it comes to marketing Jim’s new book, The Best Possible Life, and what his greatest hopes are for it. </li></ul><br/><p>Don’t forget to check out our <u><a href="https://weavinginfluence.com/podcast/episode-167-why-its-never-too-late-for-your-book-to-take-off/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">show notes</a></u>, which include action steps and resources.</p><p>Sign up for the <u><a href="https://weavinginfluence.com/newsletter-signup" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bi-weekly newsletter</a></u> to connect with Becky Robinson and gain access to ongoing learning and conversation. </p>
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