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If you want to write and publish a book ... if you want to know the latest in book marketing strategies ... if you want to know what tools an author should be using ... and if you want to be successful as an author, Author YOU - Your Guide to Book Publishing with Dr. Judith Briles ... Everything You Want to Know But Didn't Know What to Ask is for you.

You will hear about statistics, scenarios, and strategies on what to do now! Judith features a variety of experts, besides herself, that are visionaries in publishing, book marketing experts, book design experts—anything that will get your book and YOU as the author—to the next, next level of success.

Sometimes, it's one step at a time; other times, you will leapfrog up the ladder. As The Book Shepherd, Dr. Judith Briles leads the conversation each week. She will include publishing professionals that will reveal tips and secrets to the author's journey. Sometimes, she goes solo and just shares her expertise that she has earned and learned over a 40-year period from the publication of her first book. Each week, you will get a new show, no repeats.

If there is a book in you, then you will want to listen and learn each and every week with Dr. Judith Briles, your Book Shepherd.

Author U Your Guide to Book Publishing Dr. Judith Briles

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If you want to write and publish a book ... if you want to know the latest in book marketing strategies ... if you want to know what tools an author should be using ... and if you want to be successful as an author, Author YOU - Your Guide to Book Publishing with Dr. Judith Briles ... Everything You Want to Know But Didn't Know What to Ask is for you.

You will hear about statistics, scenarios, and strategies on what to do now! Judith features a variety of experts, besides herself, that are visionaries in publishing, book marketing experts, book design experts—anything that will get your book and YOU as the author—to the next, next level of success.

Sometimes, it's one step at a time; other times, you will leapfrog up the ladder. As The Book Shepherd, Dr. Judith Briles leads the conversation each week. She will include publishing professionals that will reveal tips and secrets to the author's journey. Sometimes, she goes solo and just shares her expertise that she has earned and learned over a 40-year period from the publication of her first book. Each week, you will get a new show, no repeats.

If there is a book in you, then you will want to listen and learn each and every week with Dr. Judith Briles, your Book Shepherd.

    Discover the Ultimate Social Media Toolbox 04-11-2024

    Discover the Ultimate Social Media Toolbox 04-11-2024

    In this week’s AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Host Dr. Judith Briles and Kathleen Sweeney, COO of BookBrush, reveal the latest in BookBrush tools … think of it as the Ultimate Social Media Toolbox.

    It's time to get your social media mojo into hight gear. The rise of social media has truly changed the publishing game! Get ready to navigate the sea of social media overwhelm and reduce your legwork.

    Your take-aways include:
    • Social Media Management options for beginners to advanced.
    • How to use social media to spread the word about your book.
    • Tips for getting your name out there.
    • With a few clicks, you can promote news releases, your events, and projects.
    • Continue to Connect with your readers anywhere, anytime.
    • If you need help with using Amazon +, it’s here.
    • Book Brush now offers a Social Media Management service to navigate the complexities and the world of social media.

    And, of course, much more.

    Tune in for lots of ideas and how-to tactics via the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. Since its inception, over 16,000,000 listeners have downloaded various shows for practical publishing and book marketing guidance. Join me and become a regular subscriber.

    • 58 min
    20 Tips and Tools for Author Success 04-04-2024

    20 Tips and Tools for Author Success 04-04-2024

    In this week’s AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Host Dr. Judith Briles reveals over 20 tips and tools to enhance your author success, build your influence, and support your book marketing going forward.

    Your takeaways include:
    -book marketing ideas
    -website panache
    -social media strategies for posting
    -tools for eyeball emphasis
    -tools to build your knowledge base

    And, of course, much more.

    Tune in for lots of ideas and how-to tactics via the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. Since its inception, over 16,000,000 listeners have downloaded various shows for practical publishing and book marketing guidance. Join me and become a regular subscriber.

    • 57 min
    PR Power for Authors 03-28-2024

    PR Power for Authors 03-28-2024

    In this week’s AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Host Dr. Judith Briles reveals the latest in PR strategies with PR expert Andrea Pass., founder of AndreaPassPR.com.


    In a fast hour, you will come away with plenty of refreshing insights and ahas that will sparkle a dull website and spruce up your online influence.
    • What public relations can do for authors.
    • Why authors need PR as part of their marketing mix.
    • What the difference between PR and advertising is.
    • How earned media coverage drives book sales.
    • What you have to do to be prepared for public relations outreach.
    • What the long-term benefit of press coverage is and how to take advantage to it.
    • What your website media tab needs now and how to update it.
    • What elements to add to your website media tab on an ongoing basis.
    • Which social media sites to use for book influence

    And, of course, much more.

    Tune in for lots of ideas and how-to tactics via the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. Since its inception, over 16,000,000 listeners have downloaded various shows for practical publishing and book marketing guidance. Join me and become a regular subscriber.

    • 58 min
    Creativity Juice for Authors & Writers 03-21-2024

    Creativity Juice for Authors & Writers 03-21-2024

    In this week’s AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, creativity and writing coach Melody Jones joins Host Dr. Judith Briles. If you feel stifled, uninspired, and tired of the blank page syndrome, this episode is for you.

    Get ready to move past the writing blahs by tapping more deeply into your creative core. Your listening takeaways include:
    • What is creativity–exactly?
    • What does a dog’s life have to do with creativity?
    • Artistic expression welcomed: being able to draw a stick figure is not a prerequisite.
    • Your body is a creative tool.
    • Can you describe something to an alien?
    • Valuing creative energy in the “ordinary.”
    • Using structure as a framework for creativity.
    • Discover WikimediaCommon.com
    • And, of course, much more.

    Our promise: you’ll leave with a refreshed mind and new ideas for moving past the doldrums.

    Tune in for lots of ideas and how-to tactics via the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. Since its inception, over 16,000,000 listeners have downloaded various shows for practical publishing and book marketing guidance. Join me and become a regular subscriber.

    • 58 min
    How to Create the Ultimate Opt-In for Website 03-14-2024

    How to Create the Ultimate Opt-In for Website 03-14-2024

    In this week’s AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Host Dr. Judith Briles reveals the ultimate tips for turning your website into a hot magnet for new clients, fans, your book, and your expertise.

    It’s Judith “solo” to deliver the step-by-step tips for creating the ultimate Opt-In or Lead Magnet to build your followers and fan base.

    Your listening takeaways include:
    -The What of what you will need to create your Opt-In.
    -The Why of what makes your website and Opt-In the treasure chest every author should have.
    -What the essential components of your shout-out campaign must include.
    -The How of what you do next to roll out your Opt-In campaign.
    -The secret sauces that every campaign must have to target its audience.
    -Judith’s step-by-step in putting it all together.
    And, of course, much more.

    Tune in for lots of ideas and how-to tactics via the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. It’s ranked in the Top Ten of book marketing campaigns. Since its inception, over 16,000,000 listeners have downloaded various shows for practical publishing and book marketing guidance. Join me and become a regular subscriber.

    • 58 min
    Marketing or Publicity ... Which Comes First? 03-07-2024

    Marketing or Publicity ... Which Comes First? 03-07-2024

    Do you want to get your book seen and sold? You can and in this episode of the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast, host Judith Briles invites author and marketing strategist Claudine Wolk to join her.
    -learn the value of "rolling" publicity.
    -get tips for being seen.
    -get tips on selling your book.
    -learn the three essential tips to publicity.
    -and as always, much more.

    Join in and learn with the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast.

    • 56 min

Customer Reviews

4.2 out of 5
19 Ratings

19 Ratings

kjreusser ,

Power of RE strikes again!

From Judith’s talk on ‘RE’ I’m developing a book with stories I’ve written about female Wwii vets but greatly expanded with additional resources— letters, memoirs, interviews. Good use of my time/effort. Thanks!

Mindset and Real Estate ,

Million Dollar Speaker Secrets!

Great tips for how to use speaking to increase your sales!

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The Book Publishing Place to Be!

Judith provides a wealth of information with her podcasts and interviews. Need to know something about publishing? This is the place to be!

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