The Historic Traveler: Blending Books, History & Adventures with Jackie Lapin

From pioneering sports journalism to helping hundreds of authors shine through podcast tours, Jackie Lapin knows how to turn stories into impact. In this episode of Finish the Damn Book, Susie Schaefer and Jackie explore book publicity, authenticity in publishing, and Jackie’s newest passion project—The Historic Traveler.Tune in for insider tips on getting your book seen, heard, and celebrated.Finish the Damn Book Podcast helps aspiring authors, entrepreneurs, creatives, and writers finally complete the book they know they’re meant to write.Hosted by Susie Schaefer, the podcast cuts through perfectionism, writer’s block, overwhelm, and publishing confusion with honest conversations about writing, publishing, book marketing, creativity, and the author journey.Featuring authors, editors, ghostwriters, publishers, writing coaches, and industry professionals, each episode offers practical strategies to help writers finish, publish, and share meaningful books.Topics include: • Writing and revision tips • Publishing and self-publishing guidance • Book marketing and platform-building • Creativity, confidence, and procrastination • Encouragement for writers stuck in the messy middleMany episodes close with Susie’s signature “Reflection Moment”, an intuitive conversation exploring creativity, identity, purpose, and the emotional side of becoming an author.Whether you’re writing memoir, nonfiction, business, or personal development, Finish the Damn Book is here to help you trust your voice and finally bring your story to life.Ready to move your book forward? https://www.finishthebookpublishing.com/