Don't Write That Book
BookmarkMike Michalowicz, AJ Harper
Don't Write That Book is a arts podcast hosted by Mike Michalowicz, AJ Harper. It has 126 episodes, with the latest published April 2026.
The "Don’t Write That Book" podcast serves as your guide to crafting your bestseller and embracing your role as an author. Your hosts, Mike Michalowicz and AJ Harper, act as your personal experts, steering you through the intricacies of writing and publishing. Mike and AJ demystify all aspects of creating and releasing your book, offering insights drawn from their own journeys. This podcast will be your safeguard against writing THAT book.
arts ·en ·126 episodes
Influencers: How to Ask Other Authors to Support Your Book
Amy Griffin: A Breakdown and What You Can Learn From It
The Big Book-Launch Debrief
How to be Profitable as an Author
Planning Your Launch 3 – 6 Months Out
Planning Your Launch 12 – 18 Months Out
Finishing Your Book when Life Gets in the Way
New Publishing Path Decision Points
Deliver on the Promise
Publishing Pitfalls
How to Leverage Readings for Book Sales
Behind the Scenes, The Money Habit
The First Draft: Structure v. Freedom
Working on Multiple Books at the Same Time
All About Sponsorship
Writing Supportive Content for Your Book
Author Bios
You’re Done, Part Two
You’re Done, Part One
Emotional Journey
What I Learned from TV
Accessibility v. Amazon Exclusivity
What We Wish We Knew
Leveraging Author Partnerships
Navigating Disagreements with your Editor
How to Structure a Co-Authoring Partnership
Behind the Curtain: Being a Woman in Publishing
Back Cover Do's and Dont's
Showing up for Your Book
Publishing is a Team Sport
Life of a Book
Underdeveloped Core Message
Cognitive Debt: The Dangers of Using AI to Write
Speaker Strategies for Authors
New Book Update: Surprising Marketing Challenges
Help! Someone Already Wrote My Book
What Would We Write if We Had All the Time and Buckets of Talent
Book Sales: Alternatives to Amazon
Publishing Scams and How to Avoid Them
How Long Does It Take to Publish Your Book
Using Graphics and Illustrations in Your Book
When to Take a Break from Your Book
Mike’s Best Book Marketing Ideas
How to Craft a Reader Statement
Starting a Podcast to Support Your Book
Make Your Book Accessible
Book Development
Understanding Bestseller Lists
The Power of Inclusivity
Post-Launch Reader Engagement
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