🥳 I'm pretty proud that four months after launch, Your Business Growth Playbook is still ranking as a #1 Best Seller in multiple categories. 🟠 That orange badge is not easy to get - and even harder to keep - in an ever changing sea of book releases. @Julie Broad often talks about how publishing the book isn't the end of the journey, and it certainly isn't. A book launch isn't a one and done event. There's plenty to do post launch to keep the momentum going - and it's all the better prepped because of all of the PRE launch work we talk about here! 🚀

Quick heads-up for everyone as you move closer to launch or start marketing your books more actively. We’re seeing an increase in scams targeting authors, especially around book clubs, reviews, and marketing offers. These often look legitimate at first, so a little awareness goes a long way. Common red flags to watch for: 🚩 Book clubs or “reader groups” that cold-message you and require a fee, promise guaranteed reviews, or claim limited spots. 🚩 Marketing offers that promise fast results, bestseller status, or huge exposure with vague details on how they’ll deliver. 🚩 Messages impersonating platforms, influencers, authors, or assistants using lookalike names or emails. Some additional things we’ve noticed: a number of these scammers are using AI tools to pull book titles, descriptions, or author bios and then crafting very personalized, flattering messages. One subtle giveaway is unnatural formatting, like random bolding or emphasis in places a real person typically wouldn’t use it. If someone reaches out unsolicited, asks for money, guarantees outcomes, or creates urgency, pause. Do your research. Ask questions. To help keep this community safe and welcoming, please feel free to reach out or flag any suspicious posts, DMs, or replies you see. If you’re ever unsure about an offer, asking is always okay, as protecting your work and your wallet is worth it.

Ai is here to stay and it's important to get yourself out there. I went over 3 key strategies to make sure your online platforms are optimized for Ai. Drop your questions or key takeaways below!

Just a friendly reminder that I'll be hosting a free training at 7pm EST today for all members of this community. Find the link at the top of your Skool feed or in the Calendar tab. I'll be posting the recording in the Classroom tab afterwards for anyone who can't make it!

We’ve been working behind the scenes to find better ways to serve the brilliant authors in this community, so we’re offering something awesome for both free and premium tiers. 1. For premium members: We’re opening up 15-minute 1:1 calls with one of our experts—a quick, focused session to get clarity, feedback, or direction on whatever you’re working on. You’ll be able to book times with myself (digital marketing expert), @Sarah Bean (Marketing expert) and @Elissa Graeser (production and publishing expert) Together, we’ve worked with 100s of authors on their book launches, and these focused sessions will help you answer any questions you may have. You’ll be seeing these appointments populate in the Skool community calendar soon. Only rules are - 1 per person, per month. And it’s on a first-come, first serve basis. 2. For ALL members (including free members!) I’ll be hosting a live training for our entire community on how to make sure you’re doing everything you should be to be found online. I’ll share key marketing strategies for online platforms, and show you the technical setup required to rank on search engines, and be sure your social media channels are optimized. This is scheduled for Monday, February 9th @ 7pm ET/ 4pm PST (You can find the link to join on the calendar tab) Let me know in the comments if you have any questions. Look forward to to seeing you all soon!