“A book is not about something, it is for someone.” - AJ Harper
How do we overcome our insecurities and barriers to become the authors we are meant to be?
Whether you are writing a book, giving a speech, or making a video, your creation is an act of service. Today's guest AJ Harper is an editor and publishing strategist on a mission to help authors write foundational books that change lives. As a ghostwriter and developmental editor, AJ shares her publishing secrets with others at varying stages of their writing journeys.
AJ has worked with newbies to New York Times bestselling authors from Les Brown, Lisa Nicholas, Brenden Buchard, and more with millions of books sold. Her authors' books have received national and international recognition. AJ is the writing partner of the business author, Mike Michalowicz. Together they’ve written six books, including Profit First, The Pumpkin Plan, Clockwork, and their latest, Fix This Next.
“Wait a minute. Let's care about the people who are reading this thing." - AJ Harper
In today's show, we talk about the steps AJ took to overcome her inner critic and what she calls her “reasonable shoulder troll” to publish her own work. AJ also offers up a writing prompt to keep authors on track as they write and gives advice on how to own your voice as an author.
Listen in as she shares her favorite writing tips, publishing strategies for authors, and an inside look at her writing and launching journey.
"The most successful people I work with still have the inner critic." - AJ Harper
Show Notes:"Who can facilitate the change I want to see in the world through this book? - AJ Harper
3 Pieces of Advice or Action Steps:"If you want to put good karma into the world, just teach people how to do something amazing." - AJ Harper
Brand and Resource Mentions:Facebook | Twitter | Write a Must Read | AJ Harper
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