Alexa's Publishing Chat

Updated: 14 May 2025 • 165 episodes
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For authors and publishing professionals - we're talking all routes to publishing, book launches, book marketing, tips, tools, and resources to write, publish, and sell your book. Self-publishing, hybrid publishing, and traditional publishing. Author interviews and industry experts. Hosted by Alexa Bigwarfe of the Women in Publishing Summit. Formerly known as the PublishHer podcast.

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Meet Danielle Anderson of InkWorthy Books—a soulful nonfiction coach and publishing pro with a passion for helping authors write books that heal, inspire, and change the world. In this episode, Danielle walks us through her unique 6-phase approach to writing and publishing soulful nonfiction, including what most author

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JD Barker shares how his talent and strategic business decisions—like trademarking his name and building multiple revenue streams—paved the way for a powerhouse fiction career, including co-authoring with James Patterson. Learn how smart authorpreneurship helped him grow beyond books and into a scalable creative empire

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Publishing expert Patricia Marshall breaks down the differences between hybrid and self-publishing, shares her journey founding Luminare Press, and offers vital advice for authors navigating publishing choices in a fast-changing industry.

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In this inspiring solo episode, Alexa shares how to shift your mindset around book marketing and turn it into something you actually enjoy. From leveraging your strengths to building buzz through authentic relationships, this is a must-listen for any author dreading the “M” word.

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Claire Tak shares how she uses Substack to grow her audience, share her memoir journey, and connect with other writers—without the overwhelm of traditional platforms.

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Brooke Black joins Alexa to talk about building strong author communities, navigating the unknowns of publishing, and how The Hive Collective empowers writers at every stage. Whether you're querying or self-publishing, you'll find insight, support, and inspiration in this episode.

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