From Idea to Published (Authoring and Publishing Your First Book)

with Christina Runnels, MA, LPC-S, PMH-C

An interactive webinar sharing the complete journey of writing and publishing "Boldly Both: A Mom's Guide to Balancing Career and Family Without Guilt"- from initial concept through bestseller status. This session demystifies the book writing process for aspiring authors, particularly those balancing demanding careers and family responsibilities.

What Participants Will Learn:
The Writing Process
How to carve out writing time while managing a therapy practice and family life
Strategies for organizing ideas and creating a sustainable writing schedule
Overcoming perfectionism and "who am I to write this?" syndrome
Tools and systems used to go from outline to finished manuscript
Getting Your Book Published.                                                                               Traditional publishing vs. self-publishing: making the right choice for your goals
Working with editors, designers, and other publishing professionals
The realistic timeline from first draft to published book
Cost considerations and budgeting for your book project
Marketing & Distribution
Pre-launch strategies that build momentum
Leveraging your existing platform and network
Speaking engagements and corporate bulk sales opportunities
Turning your book into additional revenue streams
Real Talk
What actually worked (and what didn't)
Unexpected challenges and how to navigate them
Whether it's "worth it"- the ROI beyond just book sales
How the book opened doors for speaking, coaching, and consulting