#92: Book Writing, Organization, and Cinnamon Rolls with Allyson Chapa
Allyson Chapa, author of The Marching Ant, gives us a real efficient how-to of putting a book out into the world. We're starting with writing it, telling stories, and exploring cover design, marketing and editing resources, and what all comes next now that the book is here.
Plus, we dive into delicious quarantine hobbies, why the writing community is so wonderful, and drop effective tips for staying organized. Ain't nothing better than that!
Highlights of our conversation include:
How Allyson’s grandmother played such a major role in shaping who she is as a person. (2:54)
Allyson takes us back to the first time she held her book in her hands—what she calls a “hell yeah” moment. (5:55)
Want to know how to write a book? Here’s why setting a goal is so important. (8:07)
Allyson initially didn’t plan to release The Marching Ant. Here’s what changed for her and why it’s now out in the world. (10:24)
Once the writing is done, how to market a book? Allyson walks through her work with influencers and trade publications. (13:09)
How you can better serve the community and the power of giving back. (15:45)
A scoop of some extra tasty quarantine hobbies. (18:27)
What’s coming up next for this wacky ol’ book writing project. (19:49)
The top three tips for staying organized — let’s get cleaned up, people! (22:09)
Where to find Allyson Chapa:
Learn more about Allyson, her book, and everything in between at her website.
Check out some of the resources Allyson mentioned during this episode:
Reedsy for book writing advice.
Blue Ink Review and BookLife for book reviews.
Make a Wish Central & South Texas for giving back to the community.
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