How to Publish a Book: 7 Simple Steps
When April O’Leary first published her book in 2012, she had no idea it would lead to launching her own publishing company. But what she discovered is what she shares in this episode: books open doors.
In this heartfelt guide to publishing, April distills over a decade of experience into 7 powerful steps. With compassion and clarity, she breaks down every part of the journey—from writing through editing to launch day and beyond.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of publishing, this episode will inspire you to finally take the next step—and believe that your voice matters.
Chapters:
00:00 – Everybody Wants to Publish a Book
01:13 – Step 1: Know Why You’re Writing
03:51 – Step 2: Choose Your Publishing Path
06:23 – Step 3: Start Writing (Even if It’s Messy)
08:19 – Step 4: Understand the Editing Process
10:26 – Step 5: Design That Turns Heads
12:06 – Step 6: Publishing & Distribution Essentials
13:25 – Step 7: Marketing & Launching Your Book
18:15 – Recap of the 7 Steps
19:57 – April’s Personal Publishing Story
21:04 – Encouragement + How to Take the Next Step
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“Don’t let a lack of writing skills stop you—first drafts aren’t supposed to be perfect.”
“Marketing isn’t optional if you want your book to reach people.”
“This could be the year your book idea becomes real.”
“You don’t have to publish alone. That’s what we’re here for.”
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O’Leary Publishing's free guide: Manuscript Magic - https://olearypublishing.com
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