Channeling a Book, Creative Business Transparency, and Painting House Trim with Cody Cook-Parrott

Welcome back to another episode of the Twelfth House podcast where we dive deep into the creative world!Today, we’re sitting down with artist, teacher, and five-time author Cody Cook Parrott to talk about their journey creating Look About You. Cody’s known for their refreshingly open approach, and they share how self-publishing allowed them to release this book in record time and on their own terms. We’ll explore Cody’s transparency around the financials, their commitment to community, and how a recent name change has reshaped their artistic path. Plus, Cody teases an exciting new project centered around attention and the digital age.Episode Highlights:* Fast-Tracking the Creative Process: Cody shares how they managed to self-publish Look About You in just six months, much faster than traditional timelines.* Transparent Finances: Cody opens up about the real costs and profits of self-publishing, sharing these details with subscribers to build trust and transparency.* Community and Accountability: Learn how co-working sessions and community support kept Cody motivated throughout the writing process.* A New Name, A New Chapter: Cody discusses the challenges and personal significance of their recent name change and its effect on their work.* Celebrating with Friends: Instead of a big event, Cody chose a cozy steak dinner with close friends to celebrate the book’s release.* Exploring Attention in a Digital World: Cody gives a sneak peek of their next book idea, diving into themes of attention and the internet’s influence on it.📚 Resources and Links:* 📩 Connect with host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michelle Pellizzon-Lipsitz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠team Holisticism⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠* Sign up for the North Node waitlist here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠* Inquire about 1:1 work with Michelle here* ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our free Holisticism Hub community of intuitives and creators ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠* This podcast is edited by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Softer Sounds Studios* Connect with our guest, Cody Cook-Parrott!* Grab a copy of Cody’s book: Look About You: A Book of Ordinary PrayersJoin us for this inspiring conversation that celebrates creativity, resilience, and staying true to your vision. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thetwelfthhouse.substack.com/subscribe