Book Curious? The 7 Stages of Writing A Book

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In this episode of the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I break down the 7 stages of writing a nonfiction book and share what I've learned from my own publishing journey. From developing a compelling book proposal and securing a publishing deal to writing, editing, launching, and marketing your book, I walk through the key steps every aspiring author should understand.

We also explore how a nonfiction book can do more than share your ideas. It can help grow your business, establish your authority, attract new opportunities, and strengthen your personal brand. Whether you're thinking about writing your first book or are already deep in the process, this episode offers practical insights into turning your expertise into a book that creates lasting impact.

Also mentioned in today’s episode:

04:56 Housekeeping and Personal Update

08:58 Differences Between Fiction and Nonfiction Publishing

10:52 The Importance of Marketing and Audience Engagement

14:59 Steps After Securing a Book Deal

18:11 Long-term Book Business Planning

19:07 Platform and Audience Building

22:03 Market Research and Audience Targeting

22:50 Financial Aspects of Writing a Book

29:09 Book Promotion and Publicity Tours

32:09 Motivations for Writing a Book

33:04 Creating a Meaningful and Impactful Book

35:00 Reader Engagement and Feedback

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