• EP 73 w/ Dr. Annette West | Talking All Books | TBA
    Aug 26 2025
    SHOW NOTES COMING SOON!
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  • EP 72 w/ Dr. Annette West | Talking All Books | The Rise of Micropublishing
    Aug 26 2025
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  • EP 71 w/ Dr. Annette West | Talking All Books | Book Author Book Launch
    Aug 12 2025
    EP 71 – How to Build a Powerful Author Bio & Platform | Talking All Books with Dr. Annette West & Anna J. Small Roseboro

    In Episode 71 of Talking All Things Books Q&A, Dr. Annette West dives into the essential elements of your book business plan — with a spotlight on creating a compelling Author Bio and building a strong author platform. Joined by special guest Anna J. Small Roseboro (Coach Up Podcast: Keeping Them on Stream), this conversation blends publishing insights with real-world strategies for content creation, audience engagement, and clean, faith-based storytelling. Whether you’re a first-time author or a seasoned writer, you’ll discover:
    • How to align your author brand with your book’s message.
    • Why clean content can help you reach more readers.
    • Ways to use podcasts, newsletters, and YouTube to expand your audience.
    • Strategies for distributing books internationally through Amazon KDP and other channels.
    • Networking tips to get your voice on more platforms.
    Plus, Anna shares how her Keeping Them on Stream summer series supports student learning and how authors can balance book sales with community impact. Timestamps (optional if your platform supports chapters)
    • 00:00 – Intro to Talking All Things Books Q&A
    • 02:40 – Publishing guidelines & clean content standards
    • 15:12 – Building your Author Bio & platform strategy
    • 28:45 – Global distribution challenges & solutions
    • 40:20 – Networking & cross-promotion tips
    • 45:00 – Closing encouragement
    🔗 Resources & Links
    • Dr. Annette West – Jetnae Publishing: www.jetnaepublishing.org
    • Email: jetnaepublishing@gmail.com
    • Anna J. Small Roseboro – Coach Up Podcast: Keeping Them on Stream
    🎧 Subscribe & Follow for more author insights, book marketing tips, and faith-based publishing encouragement.
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  • EP 70 w/ Dr. Annette West | Talking All Books | Book Author Book Launch
    Aug 5 2025
    📚 Publishing Pusher Podcast with Dr. Annette WestEpisode 70: Talking All Things Books | Book Author | Book Launch🎙️ Hosted by Dr. Annette West🗓️ Aired: 08/05/2025 @9 PM/AM📡 Presented by JATN Publishing🎧 Episode Summary:In this energizing and information-packed episode of the Publishing Pusher Podcast, Dr. Annette West dives into a dynamic roundtable discussion titled “Talking All Things Books” — bringing together fellow publishing professionals and authors to share insights on book promotion, audience engagement, podcasting, and building sustainable author brands.Dr. West is joined by special guests Melvis of Written Word Publishing and Anna Roseboro, educator and host of the Coach Up Podcast. Together, they discuss the importance of strategic planning in the publishing world, the benefits of podcasting for authors, and key elements of an effective author business plan — including mission, marketing, and monetization.If you’re an author, publisher, or aspiring content creator looking to elevate your book business, this episode is packed with relevant, practical wisdom to help you move from concept to profit.💡 Topics Covered:The power of collaboration in author and publishing communitiesHow to use IG Live and podcasting to promote authors (Writers With Purpose Live)Why author business plans are essential for long-term successCreating executive summaries for your booksUnderstanding target audiences and realistic sales goalsTips for selling more books directly (and why it’s better than just using Amazon)Why all authors need their own online bookstoreInsights into using IngramSpark and Amazon KDP for fulfillmentHow to leverage QR codes and social media for salesTips for media mail, tracking orders, and reducing shipping costsPlanning around evergreen content for podcasting and publishingEncouragement and accountability for authors who need to take action👥 Featured Guests:✳️ Melvis – Written Word PublishingLaunching Writers With Purpose Live on IGHelping authors with visibility strategiesDiscusses podcasting, marketing graphics, and scheduling flexibilityAdvocates for media mail shipping, fulfillment via Ingram, and having books on hand✳️ Anna Roseboro – Educator, Author, and Host of the Coach Up PodcastTalks about outreach to international podcast platformsShares wisdom on planning, self-care, and author readinessEncourages staying “evergreen” in book promotion and scheduling🛠️ Key Takeaways:If no one knows your book exists, no one can buy it. Visibility and consistent marketing matter.Selling directly means more profit. Don’t rely solely on Amazon—build your own platform.Have your books with you at all times. You never know when an opportunity will open.An executive summary sets the tone for your author’s business plan. Define your purpose and audience clearly.Your book is a brand asset. Use it to create workshops, video content, devotionals, and merchandise.Use Media Mail wisely. It’s affordable, efficient, and comes with tracking.🔁 Resources & Recommendations:JATNPublishing.org – Host websiteIngramSpark – For POD fulfillmentKDP/Amazon – International orderingCanva – For marketing graphics and promo flyersMailchimp/ConvertKit – Build your email list and notify buyers directlyQR Code Generator – For linking to your book sales page on the goFree bookstore platforms like Payhip or Gumroad🗣️ Quote of the Episode:“We are blessed to be a blessing, and if you serve King Jesus like I do, then you are supposed to be the visible manifestation of His invisible presence.” – Dr. Annette West.🙌 Connect with the Hosts & Guests:Dr. Annette West – JetNayPublishing.orgMelvis – Instagram: @WrittenWordsPublishingAnna Roseboro – Coach Up Podcast📌 Next Episode Preview:Join Dr. West next week as she continues the Author Business Plan series by breaking down specific marketing strategies to amplify your message, expand your reach, and grow your reader base.📣 Subscribe & Share:Love what you heard? Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review. Share this episode with an author or entrepreneur in your life who needs to level up their book game!🎧 Publishing Pusher Podcast with Dr. Annette West – Equipping Writers to Publish with Purpose
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  • EP 69 w/ Dr. Annette West | Talking All Books | Book Author Business Plan
    Jul 29 2025
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    43 mins
  • EP 68 w/ Dr. Annette West | Pastor Arthor L. Faber | a Christian life advocate
    Jul 22 2025
    About our guest:
    Pastor Arthor L. Faber, a Christian life advocate, aims to share the abundant life promised by Jesus Christ by spreading the Gospel. He is called by God to mentor the next generation of leaders within the Christian faith, and believes his book can have a significant impact on successful Christian leadership.

    Show notes coming soon.
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  • EP 67 w/ Dr. Annette West | Talking All Books | Post Book Launch
    Jul 15 2025
    Publishing Pusher Podcast with Dr. Annette WestEpisode 67: Talking All Books | Post Book Launch🎙️ Guest: Educator, Poet, and Author Anna Roseboro📅 Thursdays | 11:00 AM EST | Powered by Jetnay Publishing🌐 www.jetnaepublishing.orgEpisode SummaryIn this engaging episode of the Publishing Pusher Podcast, Dr. Annette West returns with author and educator Anna Roseboro to explore strategies for sustaining book visibility after launch. Titled "Talking All Books | Post Book Launch," this installment is packed with evergreen insights for authors seeking to build longevity and relevance with their publications, well beyond launch day.Dr. West delivers practical advice and motivational coaching on the importance of being intentional, consistent, and strategic in keeping your book in circulation through social media, live engagements, collaborations, contests, and even international outreach.Featured Guest: Anna RoseboroPoet, educator, author of Experience Poems and PicturesContributor to Centered in Christ: Developing My Identity and Self-WorthFounder of the upcoming podcast series Keeping Them on STREAM (Science, Tech, Religion, Education, Arts, Music, and Math)Website: Teaching to InspireFacebook Group: Planning with Purpose to Empower LearnersEmail: aj.roseboro@comcast.netKey Discussion Highlights📚 Post-Launch Book StrategyAudience Engagement: Keep your audience engaged after the launch. Continue using social media to post quotes, testimonials, and thematic content from your book.Evergreen Content: Books like "Experience Poems and Pictures" (published in 2019) remain relevant today, underscoring the enduring power of timeless content.Live Events: Dr. West encourages participation in live events like family reunions, church gatherings, and educational workshops to showcase and sell books.🛠️ Creative Ways to Repackage ContentTurn your book into a calendar, journal, workbook, or even a devotional series.Utilize platforms like Canva to create visually engaging tools that keep readers engaged throughout the year.🌍 Global and Local OutreachInternational connections: Share your book through PDFs and translated materials with readers and schools worldwide, including those in Africa and multilingual communities.Encourage cultural inclusion by incorporating greetings or phrases from other languages to engage broader audiences.🗣️ Promotional & Speaking OpportunitiesReach out to nonprofits, churches, schools, and women's groups for speaking engagements.Build brand recognition and credibility through stage presence, even when unpaid.Use your book as a foundation for teaching workshops, courses, or devotional studies.⭐ Social Media Strategy & ContestsAvoid saying, "Buy My Book," directly. Instead, share meaningful content that links to your work.Run simple contests like "Who can name this line from my book?" to drive traffic to your website and email list.Schedule posts using social media tools to stay consistent without daily effort.✍️ Reviews & RatingsAsk for reviews from readers on Amazon, Goodreads, your website, and social platforms.Focus on reader experiences rather than just star ratings.A review with insight—even a 4-star one—adds credibility and reach.📖 Featured Book HighlightCentered in Christ: Developing My Identity and Self-WorthA devotional anthology featuring 15 stories and poems by women.Launch Date: Thursday, May 8th @ 7:00 PM ESTAnna Roseboro contributes a powerful poetry section.Available via Jetnae Publishing📝 Action Steps for AuthorsCreate a 30-Day Quote Calendar – Pull a thought per day from your book to share as a downloadable resource.Develop a 12-Month Calendar – Add book-inspired thoughts and visuals to offer as a companion product.Turn Devotions into Courses – Develop group classes, virtual studies, or coaching programs based on your book content.Seek Visibility with Intention – Stay consistent. Speak, share, and stay relevant.📌 Final TakeawaysDr. Annette West emphasizes the S3 Model:✅ Show Up – Let people know you exist✅ Speak Out – Share what you've learned✅ Share It – Tell others what's in your creative toolboxYour book doesn't end with the launch. In fact, the launch is just the beginning.🔗 Connect with Dr. Annette WestFacebook Group: Jetnae PublishingWebsite: www.jetnaepublishing.orgEmail: available via contact form on website🎧 Subscribe to the Publishing Pusher Podcast on your preferred platform for more conversations that build, uplift, and empower creative minds.📢 Be blessed and be a blessing.
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  • EP 66 w/ Dr. Annette West | Talking All Books | Q&A Segment
    Jun 30 2025
    Publisher Pusher Podcast – Episode 66“Talking All Books” | Q&A Segment with Dr. Annette West & Anna RoseboroEpisode Snapshot📅 Release: June 2025🎙️ Host: Dr. Annette West🎧 Runtime: 54 min📝 Topic: Book-launch strategy, publicity mishaps & summer-learning resourcesEpisode SummaryDr. Annette West returns with educator–author Anna Roseboro for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about publishing wins, “oops” moments, and best practices for pre-launch, launch, and post-launch book campaigns. They dissect a real-time production error that pulled a contributor’s devotion from a collaborative title, explore creative ways to recover from setbacks, and outline practical tactics—from virtual tours to AI-assisted promo graphics—that help authors sell more books and serve readers year-round.Featured GuestAnna J. Roseboro, M.Ed.Award-winning educator, poet, and publisherFounder, “Anna’s Coach-Up Podcast,” dedicated to keeping grades 1–12 students “on STREAM” (Science, Tech, Religion & Cultures, English, Arts/Athletics, Music & Math) during summer breakAuthor of the Robertson Family fiction series and Rainbow Reminders children’s lineConnect: annajroseboro.com | IG @coachupanna | FB @annajroseboroKey TakeawaysOwn the Mistake & Pivot Fast – Dr. West details how a missing devotion slipped out of a finished manuscript, the importance of version control, and why Amazon KDP’s “unpublish/republish” feature can be a lifesaver.Three-Phase Launch Framework –Pre-Launch: build a street team, optimize metadata, and secure reviews.Launch: Host splash events (virtual and in-person), schedule a 10-stop podcast/TV mini-tour, and run targeted ads.Post-launch: Gather testimonials, refresh ads, pitch speaking gigs, and diversify formats.Low-Budget Promotion Hacks – Redirect coffee money into $25–$50 test ads on Amazon or Facebook; recycle live-reading videos across platforms.Press-Kit Must-Haves – High-resolution author headshot, book cover, 75-word bio, 125-word book blurb, social links, QR code.AI as a Publishing Assistant – Use image-generation tools for press-kit graphics, Kindle’s free AI narration for audiobooks, and ChatGPT prompts to polish marketing copy.STREAM Summer Program – Anna’s six-week, photo-prompt curriculum keeps kids academically engaged; scholarships are available via a donor pool.Networking Etiquette – Respect event time limits, confirm fit before guesting on shows, and proactively ask to be re-invited after a hiccup.Approximate TimestampsTimeSegment00:00 – 03:15 Welcome & weekly wins/struggles03:15 – 10:30 The missing-devotion fiasco & KDP fix10:30 – 15:20 Why continual learning matters in publishing15:20 – 24:00 Anna’s “Coach-Up Podcast” & STREAM launch24:00 – 35:30 Launch-phase deep dive: virtual tours, panels, QR codes35:30 – 43:00 Paid vs. organic promos, Amazon & BookBub ads43:00 – 48:30 Leveraging media/PR + crafting a press kit48:30 – 52:00 AI tools, dramatic readings, handling controversy52:00 – 54:00 Action steps, contact info, benedictionAction Steps for ListenersDraft Your Press Kit using today’s checklist.Schedule One Virtual Appearance (podcast, IG-Live, book club) within 14 days.Download Anna’s FREE STREAM Prompt PDF (link below) and share it with a youth program.Resources & LinksCentered in Christ: Developing My Identity & Self-Worth (Vol. 5) – preorder for May 8 launchAnna’s STREAM Curriculum Info & Book Bundle → bit.ly/stream-summer-learnKindle Direct Publishing (KDP) audiobook beta → kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GYVL2CACCU82BookBub Featured Deals → partners.bookbub.comFree QR-Code Generator → QR-code-generator.comConnect with Dr. WestWebsite: ShoutThePublishing.orgPodcast Hub: Positive Power XXI Christian Media NetworkFacebook & Instagram: @DrAnnetteWestNeed coaching or a guest speaker? Email info@shoutthepublishing.orgQuotable Moments“Don’t assume a closed door is locked—sometimes you just need to knock again with the right answer in hand.” – Dr. Annette West. “Life is an act, and we’re all actors; a dramatic reading simply puts intention behind the lines.” – Anna Roseboro.Episode Hashtags#PublisherPusherPodcast #BookLaunchTips #IndieAuthors #ChristianPublishing #STREAMLearning #WriteMarketRepeatIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts and share it with an author friend.You are blessed to be a blessing!
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