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The Proven Process That's Launched Over 165 Books To Bestseller Status (Teaser Session)
Paul Brodie
With Derek Doepker, Host & Founder of the Bestseller Secrets Summit
In this teaser session, Paul Brodie, a 21-time bestselling author, unveils his proven system for achieving Amazon bestseller status. You'll learn the ideal timing to launch a book for maximum visibility, the top strategies to avoid Amazon glitches and rank delays, and the critical difference between hitting bestseller status in free vs. paid categories. Plus, Paul shares how to leverage bestseller status to open doors and monetize beyond book sales. Note: The complete Book Marketing Secrets training will be done LIVE this week. Be sure to register.
Paul is a 21-time best selling author and CEO of Brody consulting. He helps people share their stories to position them as experts in their field. Paul's book publishing company has launched their clients books in multiple genres to a guaranteed best seller with over 165 consecutive best selling launches.
You can get in touch with Paul at:
Join Paul's BOOK MARKETING SECRETS Live Training Wednesday, November 20th.
How to use World Building to create an audience of Raving Fans even if you are just starting out
Ben Settle
With Ray Brehm, Host of the Bestseller Secrets Summit
In this expert session, Ben discusses how to build and curate an audience, so that their is a mutual trust and loyalty. No one quite does this like him, which is why you don't want to miss this one!
Ben is an email player, book & newsletter publisher, pulp novelist, software investor and client-less copywriter.
You can get in touch with Ben at bensettle.com
How To Conquer Overwhelm In An Age Of Conflicting Advice
and Endless Options
Thomas Umstattd
With Derek Doepker, Host & Founder of the Bestseller Secrets Summit
In this expert session, Thomas Umstattd, founder of Author Media and host of the Novel Marketing Podcast, breaks down how you can overcome overwhelm and focus on what truly matters in book marketing. You'll uncover how to identify which strategies to ignore to avoid burnout, the timeless principles of marketing that stay effective even as algorithms change, and how to prioritize effectively without getting lost in conflicting advice. Plus, Thomas shares insights on creating a sustainable author career that doesn’t rely on fleeting trends or social media fads.
Thomas Umstattd is the founder of Author Media and the host of the Novel Marketing Podcast, the longest running book marketing podcast in the world. Thomas helps authors build their platforms, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about.
You can get in touch with Thomas at:
https://training.authormedia.com/p/2025-novel-marketing-conference
Mastering Blurb Writing: A Guide for Authors
Jessie Cunniffe
With Ray Brehm, Host of the Bestseller Secrets Summit
In this session, Jessie shares why blurbs are a critical element in selling books. She also discusses industry trends, emphasizing the need for accurate and representative blurbs amidst a digital marketing age dominated by social media platforms like TikTok. Learn practical tips to improve your book marketing prowess!
Jessie Cunniffe is a professional blurb writer and book blurb coach from Sydney, Australia. A passionate advocate of the indie author community, Jessie has dedicated herself to taking the pain out of blurb-writing with her custom blurb services and two signature courses: Book Blurb Magic and The Spicy Blurb Playbook.
You can get in touch with Jessie at anatomyofabookblurb.com
Gain Publicity Now
Sandra Beckwith
With Derek Doepker, Host & Founder of the Bestseller Secrets Summit
In this expert session, Sandra Beckwith, award-winning publicist and founder of Build Book Buzz, reveals how authors can leverage free publicity to grow their readership and sell more books. You'll discover the difference between paid ads and "earned media," how to tap into local and national media opportunities without spending thousands, and why pitching the right story matters more than "just another book release." Sandra also shares her top tips for creating compelling press releases, identifying ideal media outlets, and personalizing pitches to stand out from the crowd.
Sandra Beckwith is a national award-winning former publicist who teaches authors how to save thousands of dollars by doing their own book marketing and promotion. Her Build Book Buzz book marketing blog is ranked 7th among thousands of book marketing blogs globally and has been honored as a top website for authors and writers seven times.
Get her “Top 5 Free Book Promotion Resources” when you subscribe to her free weekly newsletter at https://buildbookbuzz.com/gift
You can get in touch with Sandra at:
Troll Stories: How to Deal With Trolls and Create
Boundaries in Your Business
Ray Brehm and Derek Doepker
Hosts of Bestseller Secrets Summit
In this series of interviews, Ray and Derek dive into the forbidden topic of standing up for yourself and your business by creating boundaries. Episode 1 delves into setting boundaries, distinguishing between constructive and destructive interactions, affiliate relationships and more. This is a 4 part series.
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