I started my self-publishing journey at the end of 2022, and in June of 2024 I launched this community with one simple mission: to teach people how to publish their own books. I know that many of us get started because we're looking for another source of income, a way to build our business, or a way to create something that continues working for us long after it's published. But when you're just starting out, spending thousands of dollars to hire a publishing company often isn't realistic. That's why I wanted to create a place where you could learn the entire process yourself. Just because I offer affordable coaching and support doesn't mean I lack publishing experience. Over the past few years, I've published more than 12 books that have collectively generated six figures in royalties—all while working a full-time job. So yes...it is absolutely possible. The biggest hurdle isn't writing ten books. It's finishing your first one. Your first book proves to yourself that you can do it. Once you've gone through the publishing process one time, the next book becomes easier. Then you start improving your writing, your marketing, your systems, and your confidence. Every book teaches you something new. I love seeing that happen inside this community. @Gale Bates is already published multiple books. @Pat Terrell is writing another. @Nick Nebelsky Continues expanding his catalog. They're doing it because they learned the process and kept going, they are now in scaling mode because they see what books can quietly do for them. If your book isn't finished yet, don't quit. Keep working through the course. Ask questions. Lean on the community. Finish that manuscript. Then take the next step. That's exactly what this community is here for. If you're ready for more accountability and support, my Premium membership includes step-by-step guidance, a supportive community, weekly group coaching calls, plus direct DM and Loom access to me whenever you get stuck.

One of the biggest advantages of creating content on YouTube is that it helps people get to know, like, and trust you much faster. People aren't just reading your words anymore. They're hearing your voice, seeing your personality, and connecting with you in a way that's difficult to achieve through text alone. I've been putting a lot more effort into YouTube over the past several months, and I've learned so much simply by being an active member of @Des Dreckett Content Revenue Lab community. I'm still a very small creator. I only started my YouTube channel late last year. Some of my videos only get around 200 views. Others have reached several thousand. But the exciting part is that my subscribers, watch time, and overall momentum continue to trend upward, which keeps motivating me to create more. One thing I've also noticed is that many community owners are beginning to move away from free communities. With changes to Growth Boost and increasing spam on Skool, more creators are choosing paid-only communities and closing their doors to free members. Fortunately, Des's community is still free to join... for now. I honestly wouldn't be surprised if that changes in the future. If you've been thinking about using YouTube to grow your audience, he's hosting a live workshop that looks incredibly valuable. 📅 Thursday, July 9 at 8:00 PM BST In this 60-minute live session, you'll run your own numbers through his diagnostic tool and leave knowing which YouTube business model makes the most sense for you right now. 💰 Early access is $47 until Tuesday. After that, the price increases to $67. Whether your goal is to sell more books, grow your community, attract clients, or simply build a stronger personal brand, YouTube can become one of your biggest long-term assets. If you're serious about growing your visibility, I'd highly recommend joining his community while it's still free to join and claim this workshop before the early pricing ends.

🧩 I've noticed a pattern in this community. A lot of people join because they genuinely want to become an author... but many never actually start writing. So I'm curious... What's stopping you? Is it because writing a book feels overwhelming? Like there's just too much content to create? If that's you, I want to let you in on something. If you're already a coach, creator, consultant, business owner, or even someone who regularly shares your knowledge online, you're probably sitting on a goldmine of content already. ✅ Social media posts. ✅ Blog articles. ✅ Email Newsletters. ✅ Videos Lessons ✅ Podcast episodes. ✅ Presentations. Your client questions. You don't have to start from a blank page. In fact, one of the smartest ways to write a book is by repurposing the knowledge you've already created. This is also where AI becomes an incredible assistant—not to write your book for you, but to help you organize everything you've already made. Upload your existing content, ask AI to identify common themes, group similar ideas together, and help build a logical chapter outline. Suddenly, that mountain of content becomes a clear roadmap. But here's something even more important... Mindset is everything. If you constantly tell yourself you'll write your book "someday," someday usually never comes. If you're serious about becoming an author, it's time to turn down the outside noise. Stop comparing yourself to other people. Stop waiting until you feel like an expert. Stop believing you need everything to be perfect before you begin. Every published author started with a blank page. The difference is they decided to keep going. And remember... publishing a book isn't just about selling copies. A book can open doors to speaking opportunities, coaching clients, consulting work, media interviews, partnerships, and opportunities you can't even predict today. It establishes credibility in a way few other assets can. So let me ask you... 🔥 Are you fired up to finally make this happen?

We have officially hit 1200 members so I wanted to take a moment to recognize some new people in the community. Feel free to connect with other members - and share what you're working on in the comments! @Teresa Burns - Woman of faith, Christian author, and grandmother inspiring others to embrace God's promises and new beginnings. ✝️❤️ @Felipe Avila - Count your blessings not your problems @Janelle Young - Look back and embrace the good things of life 😇☺️ @Mary M - Greek Entrepreneur AI Explorer Looking to Create a SAAS & Provide Value Focused on automating processes with AI Solutions & Agents @Monica Neira - Mother of 2 beautiful girls, self-employed photographer @Christi Feldewerth - I love gardening and building our homestead in the desert. (Referred by @Des Dreckett 🎉) @Janine Magnusson - I am loving my retired life! I am living the life I love! I am travelling a lot home and abroad, and continally learning all the time! (Referred by @Linda Blythe 🎉) @Matt Hallock - I lead Christian men to step into their God-given masculinity so that they can rebuild their minds, their marriages, and their Kingdom mission. (Referred by @Des Dreckett 🎉) @Carla Brown - Mentoring women to turn ideas into income, sell with confidence, and scale using advanced Digital Marketing and AI strategies for lasting success. (Referred by @Des Dreckett 🎉) @Lindsey Elliott - Helping women 45+ stop the self-help cycle via a different understanding of anxiety, overthinking & self-doubt. From self-improvement to self-trust. (Referred by @Des Dreckett 🎉)

📚 Who do you know that has a book inside them? Maybe it's a friend, a family member, a business owner, a coach, or someone in another community you're part of. This community was built to help absolute beginners go from idea to published book. Inside the Premium level, I walk members through the entire process step by step, using mostly free and low-cost tools so they can create their first book without feeling overwhelmed. And here's a bonus: affiliate commissions are enabled. If someone you refer joins Premium or VIP, you can earn 40% recurring commissions for as long as they remain a member. If this community has helped you, taught you something new, or inspired you to finally start your book, I'd appreciate you sharing it with someone who could benefit too. You never know—your recommendation could be the thing that helps someone finally become an author. ✍️