SPS 078: How To Write A Book Proposal That Gets You A Book Deal And A Big Advance with Chad Allen (What Agents & Publishers Are Actually Looking For)

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business

EpisodeNov 4, 202047m

SPS 078: How To Write A Book Proposal That Gets You A Book Deal And A Big Advance with Chad Allen (What Agents & Publishers Are Actually Looking For)

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business

EpisodeNov 4, 202047m

Learn the essential steps to create a compelling book proposal in this enlightening episode featuring Chad Allen, the mastermind behind Book Proposal Academy. As a seasoned writer, editor, speaker, and writing coach, Chad shares his expertise in crafting effective book proposals.During our conversation, Chad emphasizes the importance of treating your book as a "micro-business" and views the book proposal as a "business plan" for your project. He guides us through the key elements of a successful book proposal, whether you intend to approach agents and publishers or embark on self-publishing.Chad provides valuable insights on the three phases of launching your book on your platform: pre-launch, launch, and post-launch. Discover strategies to effectively promote your book at each stage, including building an email list, growing your audience, and leveraging different marketing tactics. He also highlights the significance of conducting a competitive analysis and outlining potential future books within your proposal.Join us as Chad shares invaluable lessons learned from his experience in the publishing industry, explores the three C's of publishing success, and delves into the crucial elements that make a book proposal stand out. Gain insights into crafting compelling titles and subtitles, as well as proven methods for audience building to enhance your book's visibility and maximize sales.Tune in to this episode to unlock the secrets of writing a compelling book proposal, building your platform, and successfully launching your book into the world.Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki

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Learn how to write an publish a book that changes lives. Every week, I interview your favorite authors - the most successful authors on the planet - to see how they write & launch their books and to learn how they use books to grow their business. I’m your host, Chandler Bolt - CEO of Self Publishing School / SelfPublishing.com and the host of the 7 Figure Principles Podcast. New episode every Wednesday.Watch a free training on how to write and publish a book in 90 days here: https://selfpublishing.com/freetraining

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