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The Writing Gym Podcast | Annalisa Parent Summea | Writing Coach

The Writing Gym podcast is a writer's go-to source for quality information about how to finish, publish, and market writing in all genres. Not only does it give you the implementable steps you need, it's fun. No snorefest here. You'll laugh at the Quirk O' the week and enjoy hard-hitting advice from top agents, best-selling authors, and publishers. Writers ask: -How do I write a novel? -How do I publish a novel? -What are literary agents looking for? -How do I get a literary agent? -How do I build an author platform? -How do I market and sell my book? Get answers to these questions PLUS a FREE downloadable each work to move your writing toward publishable FAST. Here are a few sample writing podcast episodes: --Top NYC literary agent Eric Reuben. He's represented dozens of best-selling authors and gives writers step-by-step advice --Entrepreneur Writer and Business Expert Jill Shiefelbein on how she wrote her book quickly and got it published by a top publisher. --Multiple New York Times Best Selling author John David Mann on how to create writing success PLUS authors, publishers and agents from all over the world giving their top tips. This is not a writing podcast you want to miss.
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Now displaying: January, 2021
Jan 28, 2021

Annalisa Parent Summea speaks with Kathy Meis, founder and CEO of Bublish about distributing books to various outlets, becoming an “authorpreneur,” and more!  

In this episode, you’re going to learn:

  • How to get your book distributed to multiple outlets
  • How to engage your readers authentically and effectively
  • How to make a sustainable profit off your book

You’ll want to be sure to download the free resource guide, Sell More Books as an Authorpreneur. This guide will walk you through the steps it takes to market your book, reach multiple distribution points, and make a sustainable profit on your book. You don’t want to miss this one. So take a minute and download it at www.writing-gym.com/Authorpreneur. Don’t forget the dash! 

Kathy Meis is the founder and CEO of Bublish, the world's first complete publishing platform with built-in marketing. Kathy has been a writer and editor for more than twenty-five years, working for editorial brands as CBS and Forbes, Inc.

Jan 26, 2021

Annalisa Parent Summea shares some insights during a PBS interview on 'Creative Living with Sheryl Borden'

What is a Pantser?

How do I find my best writer?

What is a Creativity Vortex?

Jan 21, 2021

Annalisa Parent Summea speaks with aspiring author Steve Cummins about balancing writing with life, the importance of mindset in approaching writing, and more! 

In this episode, you’re going to learn:

  • How to FINALLY finish that novel--even if you’ve been putting it off for 20 years
  • How to find the time to write--even with a busy family and professional life
  • How to confront fears and insecurities and WRITE

You’ll want to be sure to download the free resource guide, How to Finish that Novel NOW that will walk you through the steps to make and achieve serious and realistic writing goals. Take a minute and download the free resource guide at www.writing-gym.com/decision. Don’t forget the dash! 

Steve Cummins is an up and coming author from Colorado. He is currently writing a medieval fantasy novel that he first started over twenty years ago, and was able to finish in a matter of weeks in the Writing Gym! 

Jan 19, 2021

Amy Collins is asked: If you could give aspiring writers one piece of advice, what would it be?

How to put yourself on the path to becoming a successful author.

What should I do every day if I want to be a better writer?

What are the top three things that should be on my writing checklist?

 

Amy Collins is the President of New Shelves Books, one of the best-known book sales and marketing agencies in the US. In the last 20 years Amy and her team have sold over 40 million books into the bookstore, library, and chain store market for small and mid-sized publishers.

Jan 14, 2021

Annalisa Parent Summea speaks with Cat Zappa, Publisher and Executive Vice President of Film & Television at Dreamscape Media about: How to publish your manuscript not only as a book, but across multiple media.

In this episode, you’re going to learn:

  • How to publish your manuscript not only as a book, but across multiple media
  • How to pitch your book so it will be made into a movie
  • How an agent with the right connections can help negotiate multiple rights--including film deals for you 

You’ll want to be sure to download the free resource guide, Expand Your Influence with Cat Zappa, to learn the strategy it takes to get your book published in print, audio, film--and more!, so take a minute and download the free resource guide at www.writing-gym.com/expand. Don’t forget the dash! 

Cat Zappa is the Publisher & Executive Vice President of Film and Television at Dreamscape Media. She has nearly 20 years of publishing and entertainment experience. Prior to her current role, Cat was the Director of Sales at HarperCollins Christian Publishing for close to a decade.

Jan 12, 2021

If you could give one piece of advice to aspiring authors, with author Vivian Jamieson.

What is good feedback?

How to get the right feedback?

How do I get the feedback that pushes you forward as a writer?

Jan 7, 2021

Annalisa Parent Summea speaks with Sonee Singh, writer of commercial women’s fiction and member of the Writing Gym about gaining clarity on writing projects, investing in your writing, and more!

In this episode, you’re going to learn:

  • How to apply concepts you learn at conferences and workshops to your writing
  • How to get clarity with your writing project 
  • How to get over the hesitation to make an investment in yourself as a writer

You’ll want to be sure to download the free resource guide, Get Clarity with Sonee Singh for this episode that will walk you through how to gain the clarity you need to publish time and time again, so take a minute and download the free resource guide at www.writing-gym.com/clarity. Don’t forget the dash! 

Sonee Singh is an upcoming author and member of the Writing Gym. She is currently writing a commercial women’s fiction novel and poetry. 

Jan 5, 2021

What is the difference between hybrid and traditional publishing?

What publishing route should I take?

What is the difference between a hybrid publisher and vanity press?

How do I recognize a vanity press?

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