Ready to go from hopeful scribbler to published author? The Book Doctors, Arielle Eckstut and David Henry Sterry, are here to spill the literary tea. With years of industry smarts, hard-earned wisdom, and plenty of laughs, they break down what it really takes to get your book into readers' hands.
In this episode, you'll learn:
📚 The two A’s every author must master:Authority (why you) and Audience (who’s reading) 🔍 How to make your book “unique but familiar” — with just the right comparison titles 🚀 Why self-publishing is having its main-character moment (and how publishers are taking notice) 💪 David’s epic tale of 113 rejections — and why perseverance pays off 👯♂️ The power of a “dream team” — from cheerleaders to tough critics 📝 Why protecting your work from feedback is a rookie mistake 📺 Submit fortheir new TV show, America’s Next Great Author — imagine Top Chef meets Queer Eye… but for books!
Whether you're plotting your debut or dusting off a long-lost draft, this episode is your literary launchpad.