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EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 29 MIN

The Secret to Reinventing Your Life After 30 Years of Coaching with Lori Kleiner Eckert

from Beyond the Bestseller · host Kelly Schuknecht

In this episode of Beyond the Bestseller, host Kelly Schuknecht interviews Lori Kleiner Eckert, author of 'Chai on Life.' They discuss the book's unique title, the importance of gratitude, and the art of storytelling. Lori shares her personal experiences and insights from her 30 years in the motivation field, emphasizing the themes of reinvention and the writing process. The conversation also delves into the differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing, providing valuable advice for aspiring authors. Listeners will gain inspiration from Lori's journey and her message of finding joy in life's challenges. In this episode, we discuss: The mystical meaning behind the title of her new book, Chai on Life Lorie’s simple two-step project for reinventing yourself during low points The transition from being a quilt lecturer to a syndicated columnist and five-time author Pros and cons of traditional publishing vs. self-publishing based on Lorie’s personal journey How to turn blog posts into a cohesive book of essays Why Lorie believes "the real public knows no difference" between publishing paths Resources mentioned in this episode: Get Lorie’s new book, Chai on Life: https://amzn.to/4akJgfV Visit Lorie’s Website: https://loriekleinereckert.com/ Check out Lorie’s Quilt Designs on Etsy: https://loriekleinereckert.etsy.com Read Lorie’s Book Reviews: https://loriekleinereckert.com/book-reviews Jane Friedman (Publishing Guru): https://janefriedman.com If this episode resonated with you or someone you know, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with those who might need to hear Lorie Kleiner Eckert’s story. For more resources to help you write and market your book, visit https://kellyschuknecht.com.

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In this episode of Beyond the Bestseller, host Kelly Schuknecht interviews Lori Kleiner Eckert, author of ’Chai on Life.’ They discuss the book’s unique title, the importance of gratitude, and the art of storytelling. Lori shares her personal experiences and insights from her 30 years in the motivation field, emphasizing the themes of reinvention and the writing process. The conversation also delves into the differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing, providing valuable advice for aspiring authors. Listeners will gain inspiration from Lori’s journey and her message of finding joy in life’s challenges.

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