Author Your Dream
111 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Author Your Dream is the podcast for anyone looking to take the next step towards writing and publishing their book. Hosted by Kenny MacKay, the show offers a mix of solo episodes and interviews with industry experts to answer the questions many new authors often have.
Each episode is packed with actionable tips that you can apply to your own writing journey, from developing ideas to navigating the publishing industry. Whether you’re an aspiring author, entrepreneur, or simply someone with a passion for writing, Author Your Dream is here to help you turn your writing dreams into a reality.
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Mastering the Art of Query Letters
April 14, 2023 10:10 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBIn this episode, Kenny talks with Abigail K. Perry about writing query letters. Abigail is the host of the Lit Match podcast, a show that helps writers find the best literary agent for their writing and literary career. Abigail talks with us about what a query letter is and some mistakes you should avoid when writing them and has some great advice on choosing comparable titles. She also talks about the three paragraphs every query letter should have; the hook, the book, and the cook. If yo...
Writing Romance
March 31, 2023 09:38 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBWe dive deep into the world of writing romance. In this episode, we're thrilled to have bestselling romance author Olivia Gaines as our guest. Olivia shares valuable insights on how to overcome the common pitfalls that writers encounter when crafting love stories. Whether you're looking to create compelling love scenes, establish deep connections between your characters, or keep a romance series going strong, this interview is packed with practical tips and techniques. Olivia also delves in...
Entering Writing Contests
March 24, 2023 01:26 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIn today’s episode, we are talking about entering writing contests. Kenny talks with Paula Sheridan, the founder of the Page Turner Awards, about how authors can enter, what they can in, and why they should even consider entering in the first place. Paula shares her insights into this topic and provides some practical tips and mistakes to avoid. Highlights • Paula’s story • Page Turner Awards • Submitting to the Page Turner Awards • What do you win? • How writing contests can help you ...
Working with Sensitivity Readers
March 10, 2023 01:12 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBIn this episode, we are talking about sensitivity readers. I had the pleasure of speaking with author J.H. Dahler about her experience of working with one. And as a bonus, we are joined by Candice Roma, who is an editor and and Jodie's sensitivity reader. They both share their perspective on the process and how sensitivity reading can improve representation in literature. This is an insightful conversation that sheds light on the importance of inclusivity in storytelling and the role of sen...
What You Should Know About Genre with Savannah Gilbo
March 03, 2023 11:58 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBIf you've ever found yourself struggling to categorize your writing or wondering why certain books fit into specific categories, then this episode is for you. We'll start by discussing why genre is essential in fiction writing and how it helps readers find books they enjoy. Next, we'll delve into the two main types of genres: commercial genres and content genres. We'll explain their differences and explore the various sub-genres that fall within each category. Highlights What is genre? Wh...
4 Big Questions about Traditional Publishing
February 17, 2023 13:08 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBDo you have questions about traditional publishing? As a first-time author, you probably have a lot of questions about everything. In this episode, Kenny talks with traditionally published author Mary Adkins about the four biggest questions she gets asked all the time. She will share her experience on everything from agents to royalties and more. Highlights: How do I know if I need a literary agent? How do I get a book deal? What’s it like working with an editor? How much can I expec...
Writing Resource: The Novel Factory
February 12, 2023 00:39 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBIn this episode, Kenny talks with Katja Kane, the creator of the Novel Factory, a purpose-built software for novel writers. With her experience as an author, she created Novel Factory to help writers achieve their goals by providing them with the tools they need to streamline their writing process. Katja’s software has been trusted by thousands of writers and has received widespread acclaim. During this episode, Katja will be sharing her journey as a writer and the story behind the creation...
How to Write Your Book in 30 Days
February 03, 2023 02:14 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode, I talk with Emily Layne about how to write a book in 30 days. Emily has written several books in just 21 days, and she shares some tips and tricks to help you write yours. She shares how she writes fast and writes quality books that have been picked up by a traditional publisher. Highlights 01:48 Emily’s story 05:55 Process of writing a book in a month 09:54 How do you create a quality book in a short time frame 19:42 Staying motivated 27:00 Tips to be more productive...
Getting Local Media Coverage for Your Book
January 27, 2023 01:23 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBGetting local media coverage for your book can be a great way to increase visibility and sales in your community. By reaching out to local newspapers, radio stations, and television programs, you can pitch your book to journalists and producers and potentially secure interviews or feature articles. This type of coverage can be especially valuable for authors who are self-publishing or have a small publisher, as it can help to build buzz and awareness for your book among your target audience....
Story Frame: More than an Outline
January 20, 2023 11:47 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBWhen Matty Dalrymple created the idea of the story frame, she didn't want it to be just another name for an outline. For some, an outline is rigid, whereas the story frame feels a little more organic. This frame gives an author a clear picture of the overarching story and gives you something to hang everything else on. 05:45 The Indy Author Podcast 09:32 What a story frame is 15:16 Formatting 24:23 How long the process takes 33:21 How you can create a frame 41:54 Differentiating plots ...
How to Create an Author Growth Plan to Succeed in Your Writing Journey
January 13, 2023 02:12 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBWe have all heard the statistics about people making and breaking their new year's resolutions. It's nothing new, and if you are like me, you're probably one of those numbers. These resolutions don't work because, more often than not, they are too generalized. I want to lose weight. I want to be more outgoing. I want to finish my book. If you don't have a plan on how you are going to lose weight, be more outgoing than your resolutions are as good as the wishes you made when blowing out your ...
12 Christmas Gifts for Writers
December 07, 2022 02:23 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBHow do you answer the question, "What do you want for Christmas?" In this episode, Kenny shares 12 gift ideas for writers. Physical Gifts: 1. Noise Cancelling Headphones 2. Blue Light Glasses 3. Laptop Stand 4. Travel mug, coffee cup, or sticker with an encouraging saying or a phrase stating what you want to be ex. Future Best-Selling Author 5. A Gift Card to your local bookstore Books: 6. Save the Cat Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody 7. The Ten Commandments of Author Branding by Sha...
12 Gifts for Writers
December 07, 2022 02:23 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBHow do you answer the question, "What do you want for Christmas?" In this episode, Kenny shares 12 gift ideas for writers. Physical Gifts: 1. Noise Cancelling Headphones 2. Blue Light Glasses 3. Laptop Stand 4. Travel mug, coffee cup, or sticker with an encouraging saying or a phrase stating what you want to be ex. Future Best-Selling Author 5. A Gift Card to your local bookstore Books: 6. Save the Cat Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody 7. The Ten Commandments of Author Branding by Sha...
Planning Your Author Website
November 16, 2022 12:40 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode, I’m going to walk you through planning your author website whether you want to make your own or hire someone to do it for you, there are some foundational items you need to have in place to help the process go quicker and smoother. You may have heard in past episodes that I create websites. I earned a diploma from an online college back in 2010. It was a skill I thought I would learn because it would give me the freedom to pick up extra work on the side as I lived and worke...
Ways to Strategize for Your Book Release with Christopher Tallon
November 09, 2022 12:19 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBI talk with author and podcast host Christopher Tallon about why this is important to do if you are writing a book. We also talk about a few strategies that Chris has done. We talk about blogging and podcasting and how what we have learned over the last few years. These tips will help you as an author to start your own show or help you pitch yourself to podcasts to get publicity for your book. Highlights 02:22 Chris' Story 04:00 Defining strategizing 06:00 Strategy 1: Blogging 13:31 St...
Book Launch Strategies
November 09, 2022 12:19 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBHave you thought about your book launch strategies? In this episode, I talk with author and podcast host Christopher Tallon about why this is important to do if you are writing a book. We also talk about a few strategies that Chris has done. We talk about blogging and podcasting and how what we have learned over the last few years. These tips will help you as an author to start your own show, or help you pitch yourself to podcasts as a way of getting publicity for your book. Christopher T...
Amazon Ads for Authors
October 19, 2022 11:10 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBAmazon ads are a great tool for an author who is wanting to increase their sales. But where should you start? What should you have in place before doing an ad? What type of campaign are you able to do? These are just some of the questions that my guest Matt Holmes will answer during this episode. Matt is the author of The 7 Day Authors Guide To Amazon Ads, written under the pen name, Matthew J Holmes. He started his journey by helping his wife, Lori Holmes, promote her book series, The Ance...
Amazon Ads for Authors with Matt Holmes
October 19, 2022 11:10 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBAmazon ads are a great tool for an author who is wanting to increase their sales. But where should you start? What should you have in place before doing an ad? What type of campaign are you able to do? These are just some of the questions that my guest Matt Holmes will answer during this episode. Highlights 01:48 Matt's Journey 08:41 Why run Amazon ads 11:40 What to have in place before you start 16:39 Figuring out your targeting 19:29 Types of campaigns 23:37 What does it cost? 28:1...
Re-release:How to Do NaNoWriMo
October 05, 2022 00:22 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBWith National Novel Writing Month a few weeks away I wanted to release this episode with Kelly Blanchard. Kelly has successfully completed NaNoWriMo several times and this episode has some great information for anyone wanting to take on the challenge.
Re-release:How to Do NaNoWriMo with Kelly Blanchard
October 05, 2022 00:22 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBWith National Novel Writing Month a few weeks away I wanted to release this episode with Kelly Blanchard. Kelly has successfully completed NaNoWriMo several times and this episode has some great information for anyone wanting to take on the challenge.
Building a Ready-to-Buy Audience with Monique Mensah
September 28, 2022 00:02 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBIn today's episode, Monique Mensah shares about building a ready-to-buy audience. She talks about the mindset shift that authors need to make and how they need to go from author to publisher if they want to make money with their books. Highlights 1:20 Monique's Story 8:41 Authors write books, businesses sell them 12:02 Why you need to build a ready-to-buy audience 30:24 Brand awareness 36:10 Sharing the ups and the downs 38:56 The Role of Social Media 42:35 Author Action Point Visi...
Building a Ready-to-Buy Audience
September 28, 2022 00:02 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBIn today's episode, Monique Mensah shares about building a ready-to-buy audience. She talks about the mindset shift that authors need to make and how they need to go from author to publisher if they want to make money with their books. Highlights 1:20 Monique's Story 8:41 Authors write books, businesses sell them 12:02 Why you need to build a ready-to-buy audience 30:24 Brand awareness 36:10 Sharing the ups and the downs 38:56 The Role of Social Media 42:35 Author Action Poi...
Facebook Ads for Intuitive Authors with Becca Syme
September 14, 2022 13:42 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBIn this episode, Kenny talks with Becca Syme about Facebook ads for intuitive authors. Becca shares her own experience as an author running ads and provides a unique perspective on this subject. She will share about the different components of an advertisement, how long you should run an ad, and give you tips on where you can create images. Highlights 02:12 Becca's Author Journey 04:16 Intuitive Authors Defined 07:29 Are ads worth it 09:18 The Intuitive process 12:50 Shifting your ...
Start Book Marketing Here with Callan J. Mulligan
September 07, 2022 00:02 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBHave you ever felt like marketing is difficult? Callan breaks it down in a way that makes it feel less daunting. He also shares his tips and advice for new authors just starting their marketing journey. You'll find out what he thinks about book trailers and how you can market if you write in multip genres. Highlights 02:29 Callan's Journey 04:07 About Astreus 07:48 Is marketing really difficult 08:39 Where to start 19:51 More tips 23:27 Book trailers 29:16 How new writers can start m...
Overcoming Roadblocks with Aisha Yusuf
August 24, 2022 00:47 - 48 minutes - 44 MBEveryone has roadblocks that they have to overcome on the road to publishing. Some are internal and revolve around an author's own limiting beliefs. While others are external, we have a choice to either give up or find a way to overcome these obstacles. That is what today's guest Aisha Yusuf did when she encountered resistance. In doing so, she not only published her book but also created a publishing house and birthed a vision to change the literary world and bring diverse voices to the for...
Anthologies with Gabriella White
August 17, 2022 06:58 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBAnthologies are a collection of poetry, short stories, or other writing pieces, all compiled into one book and under one theme. My guest today is Gabriella White. She is currently a co-author of fourteen published anthologies and came in second and third place in two writing competitions. Gabriella is also the Founder of the New Leaf Writing Community and has presented a lecture for the Writers Global Movement (WGM). Highlights 09:12 Gabriella's experience with anthologies 16:55 Roy...
Working with a Book Coach with Sara Gentry
August 10, 2022 06:43 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBA book coach is similar to a sports coach in that they will invest time in helping you achieve your goals when it comes to writing your book. In this episode, I dive deep with Sara Gentry and discuss what it is like working with a coach and what you should expect. Sara is an Author Accelerator certified book coach with a Ph.D. in applied and interdisciplinary mathematics. She is on a mission to help writers avoid illogical pitfalls so that they can keep their readers engaged with cohesive ...
Beta Readers
August 03, 2022 00:04 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBBeta readers are people familiar with your genre who have agreed to read your unpublished book and give you honest feedback. I have seen many authors ask for beta readers but fail t provide them with any criteria or information regarding the feedback the author is looking to receive. In this episode, my guest David Brown from the Darling Axe will give you advice on what you should have prepared for readers, what feedback to expect and what to look for in a beta reader. Highlights 02:48 Dav...
Beta Readers with David Brown
August 03, 2022 00:04 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBBeta readers are people familiar with your genre who have agreed to read your unpublished book and give you honest feedback. I have seen many authors ask for beta readers but fail t provide them with any criteria or information regarding the feedback the author is looking to receive. In this episode, my guest David Brown from the Darling Axe will give you advice on what you should have prepared for readers, what feedback to expect and what to look for in a beta reader. Highlights 02:48 Dav...
Grammarly Review
July 27, 2022 06:31 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBGrammarly is an extremely useful AI writing assistant. It scans your document and makes suggestions to help improve your grammar, punctuation, spelling, and more. I have personally used it since I published my first book in 2018. Key Features Set your goals Provides a performance Review Allows you to change to English options between American, Australian, British and Canadian The browser extension Personal Dictionary
Using Save the Cat to Structure Your Novel with Jessica Brody
July 20, 2022 08:54 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBSave the Cat! Writes a Novel is a fantastic book if you are a first-time author. As my guest, Jessica Brody, says, "Everyone has to add in structure at some point." Throughout our interview, we go over the fifteen beats of the Save the Cat method and closely examine some of the critical beats. For those of you who are less structure-minded, a major point that came out of this episode was that writing is an art, and this structure method should be seen more as a guideline rather than a legal ...
Crafting Character Voice with Janice Hardy
July 13, 2022 11:41 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBIn this episode, I speak with Janice Hardy about character voice. We discuss the difference between your voice as an author and your character's voice, which is so important. Janice will also share some ways to develop voices by paying attention to people around you in your daily life, on your travels or even on YouTube. As you listen to the interview, you will see just how deep and complex this topic can become. Highlights 02:15 Janice's Author Journey 11:11 Fiction University 16:47 De...
The Importance of Accountability with Clarissa Gosling
July 06, 2022 13:10 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBClarissa Gosling is an author of fiction and non-fiction books and an admin for the 365 Writing Challenge. In this episode, she discusses the importance of having accountability as an author and how you can build a writing habit. Highlights 03:00 Clarissa's Story 12:29 Why accountability is important 14:36 The 365 Writing Challenge 19:56 Building the habit of writing 27:03 Accountability Tips 29:41 What to look for in a partner 33:55 How to discover your process 40:51 Author Acti...
Using Questions to Grow Your Audience with Jody J. Sperling
June 29, 2022 07:27 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBAsking questions is not just another sales technique. It goes much deeper because when you ask a question and someone answers it, you are building a connection. You can begin a conversation with them and get to know them and allow them to get to know you, which as authors is something we want to do with our audience. As you ask questions and genuinely engage with people you will start to see your audience grow. Highlights 02:15 Jody's Story 05:07 The Reluctant Bookmarketer Podcast 06:...
Asking Questions, Growing Your Audience with Jody J. Sperling
June 29, 2022 07:27 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBAsking questions is not just another sales technique. It goes much deeper because when you ask a question and someone answers it, you are building a connection. You can begin a conversation with them and get to know them and allow them to get to know you, which as authors is something we want to do with our audience. As you ask questions and genuinely engage with people you will start to see your audience grow. Highlights 02:15 Jody's Story 05:07 The Reluctant Bookmarketer Podcast 06:...
Writing Historical Figures with M.B. Zucker
June 22, 2022 08:59 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBWriting historical figures can be a lot of fun. But it also comes with a lot of expectations. Especially if you have access to resources that will tell you about them. If this is the case, it's essential that you do your best to portray them as accurately as possible. My guest M.B. Zucker endeavored to do that in his book The Eisenhower Chronicles and talks about this in the episode. Highlights 02:31MMichael's Story 13:40 What is a biographical drama 16:40 Why it's important to portray ...
Improve Your Sword Fighting Scenes with Kirk McCune
June 15, 2022 06:52 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBMy guest today was referred to me by Carla Holt from the Art of the Fight Scenes episode. When I first reached out to this person, I was looking at having him discuss sword fighting. I wanted to help those who have them in your books to write them better. What I got was something so much more. Through my guest's experience and passion, you will learn how swords and sword fighting can help you not only create conflict but also build your world and reveal your character's personality. Even if ...
How to Write a Great Book Quickly with Chandler Bolt
June 08, 2022 11:01 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBWriting a great book quickly is something that every new author I have talked to would love to do. But so many times, they don't have a plan or infrastructure to accomplish that. In this episode, Chandler Bolt shares tips from his new book, Published, to help you get your book written quickly. This is actually version two of his book, and the first version helped me get serious about finishing my book. Highlights 02:22 Chandler's Author Journey 08:25 Published 13:37 How do you write a gr...
Diversity in the Publishing World with Robert Wilson
June 01, 2022 11:38 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBIn this episode, I talk with Robert Wilson about diversity in the publishing world. This is such a huge topic, but it is so vital if we are going to grow as writers and, more importantly, as people. Throughout this interview, we talk about the importance of diversity in fiction and how authors can avoid perpetuating stereotypes. Robert also shares some tips for how you can write stories that honor people who come from diverse backgrounds without using them as a prop for your novel. Highlig...
Middle Grade Fiction with Tonya Duncan Ellis
May 25, 2022 11:42 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBMiddle grade fiction requires a slighgly different approach than other genres. During the episode, we discuss mindsets, where to find inspiration, and how to handle mature topics. Hint very carefully. If you have a dream of writing a middle grade book this episode is going to be a great starting point for you. Highlights: 03:10 Tonya's Author Journey 08:14 About the Sophie Washington series 11:45 Defining Middle Grade books 15:10 Mindset for this audience 19:02 If you don't have kids ...
Twitter for Authors with Hannah Richards
May 18, 2022 00:32 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBTwitter for authors is the next installment of the social media for authors series. There are so many options, and it can be challenging to decide which one you should be on. In this episode, my guest, Hannah Richards, will share some tips on how authors can get the most out of using Twitter. Highlights 02:07 Hannah's Journey 04:11 Common Struggles authors have on Twitter 06:35 Identifying your dream reader 10:13 Connecting with readers and reviewers 12:20 How often should you Tweet ...
TikTok for Authors with A.K. Mulford
March 09, 2022 14:42 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBTikTok for Authors is one of the subjects that I have wanted to do for a long time. But not being on the platform very much myself, I had didn't know who I should approach to be a guest on the show. In comes the fantastic writing community. I reached out to a Facebook group TikTok for Authors and asked for some suggestions, and A.K. Mulford was someone who repeatedly came up in the comments. Highlights 01:25 Ali's Author Journey 05:08 What is TikTok 06:24 Why Ali started on the platform...
Writing Myths with Kristina Adams
March 02, 2022 11:41 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBWriting myths can stop aspiring authors from going after their dream and writing that book. In this episode, Kenny discusses some of the most common myths with author and podcaster Kristina Adams. This episode will talk about whether or not you need to have a blog as an author, writer's block, as well as some myths that aren't actually myths. Kristina Adams is the author of seventeen books, including three non-fiction books and several series. She co-hosts a podcast called the Writer's Min...
Myths About Writing with Kristina Adams
March 02, 2022 11:41 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBMyths about writing can stop aspiring authors from going after their dream and writing that book. In this episode, Kenny discusses some of the most common myths with author and podcaster Kristina Adams. This episode will talk about whether or not you need to have a blog as an author, writer's block, as well as some myths that aren't actually myths. Kristina Adams is the author of seventeen books, including three non-fiction books and several series. She co-hosts a podcast called the Writer...
How to do Research for Historicla Fiction with Jodi Daynard
February 09, 2022 10:53 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBDoing research for historical fiction can be one of the most fun and most frustrating parts of writing in this genre. You love history as a historical fiction author, but how do you not bag down the story with the facts? How do you avoid going down rabbit holes? And where do you find good quality information about your subject? Jodi Daynard will answer these questions and more in this episode. Highlights 01:53 Jodi's Author Journey 07:05 Jodi's Process for fact gathering 13:34 List of r...
How to do Research for Historical Fiction with Jodi Daynard
February 09, 2022 10:53 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBDoing research for historical fiction can be one of the most fun and most frustrating parts of writing in this genre. You love history as a historical fiction author, but how do you not bag down the story with the facts? How do you avoid going down rabbit holes? And where do you find good quality information about your subject? Jodi Daynard will answer these questions and more in this episode. Highlights 01:53 Jodi's Author Journey 07:05 Jodi's Process for fact gathering 13:34 List of r...
How to Structure a Scene with Emma Dhesi
February 02, 2022 12:38 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBIn this episode, Kenny talks with guest Emma Dhesi about scene structure. Emma shares some very very actionable information for new authors. During the interview, Emma shares what a scene is, mistakes to avoid, and a great scene structure model to help you with your writing. Highlights 03:48 Emma's Author Journey 09:03 Definition of a scene 12:15 Length of scenes 15:25 Setting and Scene 18:21 Scene structure 28:50 Mistakes to avoid 30:57 Problems in your scene...
Get a Grip on Social Media Marketing with Erik Deckers
January 26, 2022 01:55 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBSocial media marketing can be overwhelming, especially when you add it to the vast list of responsibilities you already have on your plate as an author. In this episode, we follow on from the interview with Rick Lite about The Ultimate Book Marketing Timeline and focus on a specific aspect of marketing. Highlights 03:44 Erik's Writing Journey 09:50 Branding Yourself 13:26 Big 4 Social Media sites to use 16:26 Using Twitter as an Author 25:52 Content for each platform 34:00 Planning y...
The Ultimate Book Marketing Timeline with Rick Lite
January 19, 2022 13:41 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBBook marketing has been one of the most popular topics on the show. It is also one that many authors struggle to wrap their heads around. In this episode, I talk to Rick Lite from Stress Free Book Marketing. Rick shares the book marketing timeline he uses with his clients. This timeline is broken down into seven steps that we talk about in-depth throughout the interview. The 7 Steps are: Before You Begin Writing As You Begin Writing While You're Writing While Your Book is Being Edited ...
Write Like an Editor to Save Time and Money with Tenita Johnson
January 12, 2022 00:27 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBIf you are looking to save time and money, which, let's face it, we all are. The information that Tenita shares during the interview will be incredibly helpful. I talk to her about the importance of getting a professional editor. How you select someone, and what you are looking for when you get your sample edit back. She also shares tips and mistakes to avoid before you hire someone. Highlights 02:20 Tenita's Story 07:37 Success Story 09:01 Why you need a professional editor 12:42 How ...