My Exact Publishing Process (After 70+ Books)

My Exact Publishing Process (After 70+ Books)

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April 30, 2026 · 51 min

About this episode

The episode breaks down the exact publishing workflow from first draft to finished book, aimed at helping writers understand the process clearly.

If you’ve ever felt like publishing a book is more confusing than it should be… you’re not alone. After writing and publishing 70+ books, I realized something surprising: a lot of writers don’t actually know the full process. Not clearly. Not step-by-step. And that confusion can slow you down—or stop you entirely. In this video, I break down my exact publishing workflow—from first draft to finished book—so you can move forward with confidence and actually get your work into readers’ hands. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your process, this is the roadmap I wish more writers had from day one. 🔔 Subscribe for more no-fluff guidance on writing, publishing, and building your author career: 👉 This channel is built for writers who want to finish books, publish smarter, and grow a real creative business. ⏱️ TIMECODES 0:00 – Why most writers misunderstand the publishing process 0:36 – Step 1: Write the book (and why editing too early kills momentum) 1:05 – My “looping” method for drafting and editing 2:14 – Editing options (DIY, professional, and AI tools) 3:30 – What AI should and should NOT do in your editing process 4:32 – Step 3: Creating a professional book cover 5:35…

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Topics covered

  • publishing process
  • writing
  • editing
  • book cover design
  • book formatting
  • author career

Keywords

  • publishing
  • writing process
  • editing
  • book cover
  • book description
  • formatting
  • author career

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