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If you want to know how bestselling authors find the time to write their books, the methods they use to be productive and how they find their ideas you will love this podcast. Writing coach Azul Terronez shares interviews with clients such as Pat Flynn, of the Smart Passive Income, Jon Vroman, of the Front Row Factor, and Dana Malstaff of Boss-Mom, Jadah Sellner of Simple Green Smoothies. Learn from the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling authors. Want to get behind-the-scenes insights about how first-time authors overcame their fears and found the courage to write? Are you curious about how successful bestselling authors write or learn how to publish and market a book? Have you thought, “I’d like to write a book,” but I don’t know where to start? I explore authors’ journeys, how they craft their stories, become published, and share their art of writing books with the world. You are meant to write the book now and be inspired by those who have done it.

Latest Episodes:

183: It's Never Too Late to Write a Book with Barbara Hinskey Dec 09, 2021

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In this episode, attorney and novelist, Barbara Hinske, talks about her new book, The Unexpected Path, from the series, Guiding Emily: A Tale of Love, Loss, and Courage, as well as her mystery thriller collection, The Rosemont series. Her book, The Christmas Club was made into a Hallmark Channel movie. Elizabeth started writing her book at 58 years old, a sweet testament that it’s never too late to write!

What We Discuss with Barbara Hinske:

Transitioning from full-time attorney to full-time author
Elizabeth’s process for writing a series
The success that comes with a persistent willingness to learn
Her book writing journey when she started at age 58
Her inspiration behind writing The Unexpected Path
How your perceptions of your own characters change
How her book turned into a Hallmark movie
Writing special qualities about your character

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182: Landing a Book Publishing Deal with Jadah Sellner Dec 02, 2021

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The biggest mistake I see authors make is thinking that they have to be perfect, or that their message has to be so clear. But what does it really take for authors to truly get their message out? In this episode, Jadah Sellner and I, talk about the importance of digging into the heart of the stories you want to tell, as well as writing from what we know versus writing a book from who we are.

What We Discuss with Jadah Sellner:

The evolution of our thought process as we’re writing a book
Getting into the core message of the book you’re writing
A deepening self-awareness as part of the book-writing journey
The concept of pedagogy and the challenges of education
Finding the balance between being vulnerable and showing up
The power of leaning into your vulnerability
What makes a good teacher
Building relationships and trust within ourselves
Writing transactional versus transformational books

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181: "Do I Need a Book Coach” with Ruby Fremon Nov 25, 2021

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On this week’s episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk to Ruby about her book, Potent Leadership: Drop the Mask, Ignite the Real You, and Reclaim the Leader Within, potent leadership, and the personal transformation that writing her book created in her life and business. Ruby Fremon is a coach who knew she would need a book coach while writing her book. She came to Authors Who Lead with an idea for a book and even had a detailed outline.

What We Discuss with Ruby Fremon:

The unique medicine we all have to offer ourselves and the world
Why we perform versus just being ourselves
How to create a safe space to unmask yourself
Steps in reestablishing the connection with yourself
Ruby’s book writing journey

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180: The Ultimate Sacrifice with Michelle Black Nov 18, 2021

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Michelle Black is the author of Sacrifice: A Gold Star Widow's Fight for the Truth. Michelle is the widow of Staff Sergeant Bryan Black, a Green Beret killed and ambushed in an ISIS militant attack. In this episode, she shares how she came about discovering the truths of her husband's death, as well as her process in writing this book.

What We Discuss with Michelle Black:

The foreboding feeling leading up to her husband’s death
Gathering the courage to talk about it in her book
When she had to put the puzzle pieces together
A calculated decision that cost her husband’s life
Finding the truth behind Bryan’s death
Writing the book in the hope to bring justice
Not about the talent or ability, but the unwillingness to quit
Michelle’s process and some lessons through her book writing process

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179: How to Be a Great Interviewer with Andrew Warner Nov 11, 2021

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Andrew Warner wrote STOP ASKING QUESTIONS How to Lead High-Impact Interviews And Learn Anything from Anyone. It's a definitive guide to how to have a deep meaningful online conversation based on over 2,000 podcast interviews he has done consistently for over 14 years. Today, he talks about his process of writing the book as well as some great insights on listening, writing, and telling stories.

What We Discuss with Andrew Warner:

The impetus behind writing the book as a legacy project
Having someone to stick with him through his writing process
How the pandemic helped him through his book writing
Letting your guests tell their stories
Taking action on resistance and pushing through
Why do people prefer to be heard rather than helped?
Thoughts on the educational system
Doing it for the conversation, not just the audience
Finding your “motivated” moments

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178: Can Death Bring You Joy? With Margaret Meloni Nov 04, 2021

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In this week’s episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk with Margaret about her newest book, "Sitting With Death: Buddhist Insights to Help You Face Your Fears and Live a Peaceful Life,” and how she feels that death can actually bring joy. Margaret Meloni has confronted death multiple times and, by turning to her Buddhist faith, she learned to make peace with the unknown. And as she studied and learned more about death, she found herself inspired to help others cope with it, too.

What We Discuss with Margaret Meloni:

Why Talk About Death?
Showing Up with as Much Life as Death Will Allow
Understanding and Coming to Terms with Death
Where Does the Joy Come From in Death?
Lessons from Buddhists
How to Prepare for Death — and Talk About It

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177: How to write a book in 30 Days with Azul Terronez Oct 28, 2021

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Listen in on today’s solo episode of "Authors Who Lead," as I talk about how I wrote my book in 30 days and how you can follow the same plan, no matter where you are in life. When that idea comes to us, we need to pursue it.

What We Discuss Today:

Writing a book isn’t as hard as you think!
Writing down “I am an author.”
The prewriting process and execution
Why researching is not writing
Writing a book in 30 days
Overcoming the imposter syndrome

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176: Writing a book can save your life with Heather Lee Dyer Oct 21, 2021

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Heather Dyer is a young adult science fiction writer, specifically in space opera. But today, we're going to dive into her new book around urban fantasy. She also talks about what it's like to write when you move to other genres. Heather has written 18 books now, writing is a way for her to help heal her own body and transform her life.

What We Discuss with Heather Dyer:

What it’s like writing a nonfiction book being a strong fiction writer
The impetus behind writing her first fiction book
Watching the transformation of other authors in their group
Focusing on the adventure and not on the survival
Choosing which parts of her life to include in her book
The difference between coaching fiction vs. non fiction authors
Ways to generate ideas for the book
Character development tips and strategies

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175: How to Crush Your Fears of Writing with Madison Reeves Oct 14, 2021

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In today's episode, author Madison Reeves talks about her writing journey and how to crush your fears of writing. Madison had always been a lifelong reader and imagined she would write a book someday — but she wasn’t sure how to go about doing it. By setting goals and being accountable, she persevered and attributes finishing her book to her coaching group here at Authors Who Lead.

What We Discuss with Madison Reeves:

On finding your passion — and standing your ground
The crab bucket theory
First steps toward success
Building your dreams
Finding a mission bigger than yourself
Why training your subconscious is important
Madison’s writing journey
Advice for aspiring authors

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174: More success by playing the long game with Dorie Clark Oct 07, 2021

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An expert in self-reinvention, Dorie Clark talks about how to be a long-term thinker in the short-term world. Dorie is a consultant and keynote speaker who teaches executive education at Duke University's School of Business and Columbia University's Graduate School of Business. Named one of the top 50 business thinkers in the world by Thinkers50, Dorie is also the number one communications coach in the world by Marshall Goldsmith Leading Global Coaches Award.

What We Discuss with Dorie Clark:

Practicing habits so it’s easier for you to say no
Why people struggle with understanding the long game
Execution of your strategy is key!
Why you need to allot 20% of your time exploring new things
A message to the naysayers
The power of having goals
Authorship as Dorie’s long-game tool
Finding your soulmate career

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