A few months ago, a controversy involving a statement made by a NaNoWriMo official sparked a controversy surrounding the use of AI. While the initial response and outcry from the statement was briefly covered, we wanted to check in on what has happened since. We talk about the history behind NaNoWriMo, what the organization is, where the controversy started, what writers/authors were concerned about, and the organization's response.

Peter talks through a statement released by NaNoWriMo and used an article from Wired for background on the topic. Both of those are linked down below. Be sure to read them both for more in-depth information.

Articles/Statements

Wired Article - NaNoWriMo Organizers Said It Was Classist and Ableist to Condemn AI. All Hell Broke Loose.

NaNoWriMo's Statement on AI

Timestamps

Biz Buzz: AI and NaNoWriMo Update (3:31)

Show Links

Previous AI discussions - Can I, or Should I, Use AI as an Author

Last year's NaNoWriMo discussion - Welcome to NaNoWriMo

The Author's Voice Links

The Blank Page to Bestseller Course - ON SALE NOW - Use code "BLANK" at checkout for $700 in savings!

NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros

Follow us The Author's Voice on social: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn

Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube

Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org

We are excited to begin our second 50 episode run this week with a special guest, Kathleen Gage!

Colleen and Kathleen have a wonderful conversation in this week's episode talking about many great topics like AI - specifically AI for writers, the constant change we see in tech, and the number 1 mistake authors make when marketing their book.

Our Biz Buzz segment this week is a deep dive discussion in the use of AI for authors. We talk about the potential ways AI can be used, the variety of AI applications, and whether authors even should use AI.

Don't forget to subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts!

Timestamps

Biz Buzz: AI for Authors (3:31)

Guest Interview: Kathleen Gage (41:46)

Show Links

Interview with Sandy Phillips Kirkham - Welcome to NaNoWriMo

Guest Links

Kathleen Gage - LinkedIn - Website

The Author's Voice Links

The Blank Page to Bestseller Course - ON SALE NOW - Use code "BLANK" at checkout for $700 in savings!

NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros

Follow us The Author's Voice on social: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn

Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube

Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org

It's time to celebrate that big number 50! That's right, this is our 50th episode of the Blank Page to Bestseller podcast and we are so happy you have taken some time to listen to us talk about writing, publishing, and much more over the past year+.

In this week's episode we wrap up our series about the BRAND NEW Blank to Bestseller course and go more in-depth on how to launch your bestselling book. So far, we've discussed the groundwork needed to make your launch a success talking things like reader magnets, writing schedule, and funnel building. This week, we bring it all together a lay out how you can make your book launch a bestseller!

Timestamps

Biz Buzz: Launching Your Book - Launch (7:51)

The Author's Voice Links

Learn how to launch a bestselling book! - Blank Page to Bestseller Course

DISCOUNT CODE: "BLANK" at checkout to save over $700!

NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros

Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org

Follow Us on Socials!

Follow us The Author's Voice on social: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn

Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube

Like, Subscribe, Rate, and Review the show wherever you listen to podcasts!

BLANK PAGE TO BESTSELLER COURSE NOW LIVE

The NEW Blank Page to Bestseller Course is now LIVE and ready for writers and authors to help them refine their book to become a success at launch and well into the future. Learn more here: Blank Page to Bestseller Course

On this week's episode we continue our series about the Blank Page to Bestseller Course with a Biz Buzz segment talking about how authors can harness the launch of their book into success not just during the initial launch period but months and even years into the future.

Timestamps

Biz Buzz: Launching Your Book - Setting Your Book Up For Success In The Long Term (3:37)

Episode Links

What makes a good reader magnet: Connect With Your Readers

Go Wide vs Stay Targeted: Definitions From The Publishing Industry Pt. 1

The Author's Voice Links

NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros

Follow us The Author's Voice on social: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn

Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube

Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org

What's the secret to making your book a bestseller? It's having a list of readers excited for your book!

On this week's episode, we talk about the background work you need to setup a funnel of raving fans and potential new clients. The process doesn't have to be difficult, in fact we lay out a simple three step process building off of our previous episodes where we discuss reader magnets. Speaking of, don't forget to go back and listen to those episodes to learn more about what makes a great reader magnet. You can find those links down below.

Timestamps

Biz Buzz: Find Readers, Create Fans (3:26)

Episode Links

What makes a good reader magnet: Connect With Your Readers

The Author's Voice Links

NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros

Follow us The Author's Voice on social: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn

Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube

Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org

The secret not many people know when it comes to taking their book from blank page to bestseller is that writing is only a small part of that process! In this week's Biz Buzz segment, we talk about the process behind writing.

How can you take an idea you have and turn it into a book? What about a speech you have?

Or a workshop you've given?

There are many ways to come away with a finished manuscript.

We also go into where the writing process fits into the overall framework for your process and how you can begin to setup your plan for bestseller status before you even begin!

Timestamps

Biz Buzz: Make It Good and Write It Fast (1:50)

Episode Links

For more info on your book cover: Covering All Your Bases

The Author's Voice Links

Summer Sizzle Sale: https://theauthorsvoice.org/summersizzle

NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros

Follow us The Author's Voice on social: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn

Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube

Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org

This week we delve into all the research, keywords, and design that goes into making your book a bestseller. One area of publishing many authors do not know about is the research and behind-the-scenes work needed to publish.

For example, what do you know about the similar books and authors in your genre?

Does your cover fit into genre expectations?

Do you know how to write the best blurb?

What is the appropriate category for your book?

We talk about all this and more in this week's episode. Down below we have a couple of links to previous episode where we talk about some topics in more depth.

Don't forget to subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts and be sure to leave us a review!

Timestamps

Biz Buzz: Packing Your Book to Sell- (1:43)

Episode Links

For a deeper discussion on book blurbs: Cover All The Bases on Your Back Cover

For more information about categories and keywords: Launching a Book

The Author's Voice Links

Summer Sizzle Sale: https://theauthorsvoice.org/summersizzle

NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros

Follow us The Author's Voice on social: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn

Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube

Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org

In this week's episode we open up a new Biz Buzz series talking about the most important areas of writing, publishing, and marketing your book. All of our topics for the next few weeks highlight an area from our upcoming course, also titled Blank Page to Bestseller. This week's topic covers some of the history behind the course and why we believe writers would benefit from having a guide through the process.

IN our second segment this week, Peter talks with Jenny Watz. Jenny helps business owners share their story and boost their business through a book. We talk about the benefits a book can bring a business, some of the many ways that business owners can use their book, and a little it about editing.

Timestamps

Biz Buzz: Clarity on Publishing (4:39)

Guest Interview: Jenny Watz (27:41)

Guest Links

Jenny Watz - Amazon - LinkedIn - Website

The Author's Voice Links

Summer Sizzle Sale: https://theauthorsvoice.org/summersizzle

NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros

Follow us The Author's Voice on social: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn

Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube

Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org