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I’m Booked with April Eichhorn
by Golden Acorn Press
✨ Step into the world of book publishing with us! Whether you’re a book lover, a budding author, or just curious about what happens behind the scenes, this show has something for you. Each episode features conversations with industry insiders—authors, publishers, agents, and marketing pros—who share real stories, helpful tips, and publishing wisdom. From writing your first draft to launching your book into the world, we cover it all. goldenacornpress.substack.com
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Ep 98 - Combustion: Simplification That Ignites Success for Leaders in Business
True leadership isn’t about managing complexities from an ivory tower—it is about stripping away noise, elevating the people around you, and building a foundation that thrives long after you leave. In Episode 98 of the I’m Booked Podcast, host April Eichhorn caught up with author and seasoned...
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Ep 97 - The Shero Mindset: How Trauma, Resilience, Kindness, and Personal Growth Can Change Your Story
What does it mean to cultivate a Shero mindset? In Episode 97 of the I’m Booked Podcast, April Eichhorn speaks with Lulu Carter, author of The Shero Mindset, about resilience, trauma growth, positive psychology, self-love, kindness, community, and the power of transforming difficult life...
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Ep 96 - How to Publish a Book: 7 Simple Steps
When April O’Leary first published her book in 2012, she had no idea it would lead to launching her own publishing company. But what she discovered is what she shares in this episode: books open doors. In this heartfelt guide to publishing, April distills over a decade of experience into 7…
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Ep 95 - Why Poppy the Opossum Is More Than a Kids’ Book
What do runes, herbal tea, and a wise owl named Mama B have in common? They’re all part of the magical world of Poppy the Awesome Opossum—a children’s chapter book series brought to life by Julie LeBriton. In this heartwarming episode, April O’Leary sits down with Julie to talk about how a chance...
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Ep 94 - The Girl Who Came to America Alone
At just nine years old, Christine Sadry boarded a plane in Poland alone, headed for a new life in America. What met her on the other side wasn’t the dream her grandmother spoke of—but silence, secrecy, and heartbreak. In this emotional episode, April O’Leary welcomes author Christine Sadry to…
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Ep 93 - Should Authors Start Podcasts?
Publishing a book is no small feat—but what happens after the launch? In this episode of the I’m Booked podcast, April O’Leary sits down with author marketing strategist Kim Stewart to talk about the one tool most authors overlook: podcasting. Whether you're considering launching your own show or...
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Ep 92 - From Me to We: A Leadership Journey Rooted in Love
When Karen Shepherd launched her book Lead with Love, she didn’t just throw an event—she sparked a movement. With decades-old friendships showing up in full force, her launch reminded us all of the power of genuine connection. In this heartfelt interview, April and Karen go beyond business talk…
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Ep 91 - To Be or Not To Be with Author Stacy Blemaster
Author Stacy Blemaster brings her best to our podcast with tons of insight about mental health and we discuss her new book To Be or Not To Be. You'll really enjoy this powerful episode! To get a copy of Stacy's book on Amazon https://amzn.to/4dWOija. To take the Author Adventure Quiz...
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Ep 90- How to Get on Podcasts Michelle Glogovac
Michelle Glogovac is THE Podcast Matchmaker™, a podcast publicist, author of How To Get On Podcasts (McGraw Hill, 2024) and host of the award winning podcast, My Simplified Life and CEO + Founder of The MLG Collective®. Today we talk about the magic of getting on podcasts and how to create a...
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Ep 89- Becoming a Confident Entrepreneur with Jennifer Johnson
Jennifer Johnson is the author of Grace & Grit: Becoming a Confident Entrepreneur. As a lifelong, entrepreneur she shares some of the core values she discovered on her path to successful entrepreneurship and some of the pitfalls. To connect with Jennifer online visit www.jenniferannjohnson.com…
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Ep 88- Finding the Deeper Meaning in Life with Thomas Hudson, M.D.
In this episode, Diagnostic Radiologist and author Thomas Hudson, M.D. shares his journey to finding the deeper meaning in everyday life and sharing his thoughts in beautifully written poetry in his most recent book Something Deeper: 31 Spiritual Poems to Help You Navigate Life. To connect with…
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Ep 87 - Solving the Mystery of Menopause with Angela Martinez
After navigating her treacherous journey with menopause, Angela Martinez, RN, had to share her story. Angela authored Solving the Mystery of Menopause: WTH is Happening to Me?! https://amzn.to/3zkBl3E She hopes you won't suffer as much as she did and she offers practical tips and insights to get...
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Ep 86- The Wealth Elevator with Lane Kawaoka
Lane Kawaoka, author of The Wealth Elevator: Real Estate Syndications, Accredited Investor Banking, and Tax Strategies for First-Gen Millionaires https://amzn.to/45KukW4 joins us today to talk about how to ascend the investment floors to financial freedom. For more about Lane visit...
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Ep 85- Writing that Gets Noticed with Estelle Erasmus
Estelle Erasmus is an award-winning journalist, writing coach, and longtime ASJA member and an adjunct instructor at New York University (where she received the 2023 Teaching Excellence Award) and for Writer’s Digest. She received a 2023 Zibby Award naming Writing That Gets Noticed the “Best Book...
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Ep 84- Behind the Smile with Author Diana Ward
Diana Ward, author of Behind the Smile: The Heartbreaking Journey of Raising a Son with Addiction and Mental Illness, is here to share her story of motherhood and her journey with her son Cody who lost his life to suicide. This is a difficult topic and needs to be discussed more openly. For more...
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Ep 83- Straight Talk with Publisher Amanda Edgar
Amanda Nell Edgar always loved telling stories. As a kid, she scrawled them in books of wallpaper samples that her grandmother scavenged from home supply stores. After college, she took to the stage, telling stories to rural children as part of a grant-funded theatre program. Finally, she became…
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Ep 82- How to Build Your Author Brand with Hussein Al-Baiaty
2024 SPECIAL: Get a FREE Book for all listeners! Email admin@olearypublishing with the Subj: FREE BOOK and request one of the following. Include your mailing address and we'll send it to you. FREE. (US addresses ONLY) The Influencer's Path to Successful Publishing- this book will help you...
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Ep 81- How to Write a Book With a Ghostwriter
Do you have a story to tell and don't know how to write it? Are you busy in your 'real life' and don't have the time? On this episode of the I'm Booked Podcast, Allegra Cook, a masterful ghostwriter, shares the secrets of working effectively with a ghostwriter. Allegra, known for her seamless...
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Ep 80- Writing Fantasy Fiction for New Authors
How do you write fantasy fiction? Get an iPad and start typing! Seriously…David "D. L." Jennings is a fourteen-year veteran of the United States Air Force, and finished writing his debut novel, Gift of the Shaper while serving on his ninth combat tour by typing over 100,000 words on his iPad. A...
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Ep 79- Magazine Publisher Turned Author John Cordero
John Cordero previously co-founded and published “The Cipher: Miami’s Hip Hop Newspaper” in 1998, an independent monthly publication that chronicled the emerging Hip Hop scene in South Florida. Featuring interviews, music reviews, articles, photographs, and poetry, Mr. Cordero assembled a…
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Ep 78- From Professional to Published Author with Sandra Elia
If you are an expert in your field it's about time you wrote a book to help more people and expand your reach. Sandra Elia is a Certified Food Addiction Counselor and a trailblazer in the field of addictive eating. Her expertise has brought about partnerships with Canada's top obesity and…
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Ep 77- How to Market Your Book to Schools with Jane Wood
If you've ever wanted to learn more about getting your book into schools, this is the episode for you. Jane Wood, teacher turned author has been bringing her books into schools for 20 years. She understands how to not only create books focused on meeting teachers' curriculum requirements but…
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Ep 76- How to Build a 7-Figure Book Business with Pierre Alex Jeanty
Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels trying to sell your books? Are you tired of Amazon controlling your data? Join us as we welcome Pierre "Alex" Jeanty, a self-made 7-figure author and book marketing expert, to reveal his proven strategies for building a thriving independent author…
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Ep 75- Tips for Creating a Children’s Picture Book with Joy Good
Have you ever wanted to write a children's book? Then this is the episode for you. List in as former sixth-grade teacher Joy Good debuts with Dave Asks Permission, featuring her ultra-smart granddog Dave. She talks about how she came up with the idea, created the beautiful images, and her...
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Ep 74- The Secret to Writing a Powerful Leadership Book with Elliott Haverlack
On this episode, author Elliott Haverlack is joined by O'Leary Publishing editors Heather Desrocher and Boris Boland and Publisher April O'Leary to discuss what goes on behind the scenes of writing a powerful leadership book. With decades of leadership experience and success Elliott has once…
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Ep 73: Unlock Your Potential with Erin Wallace's "Spiritual Shortcuts"
Hey there, book lovers! Welcome back to another episode of the "I'm Booked" podcast, where we chat with some of the most intriguing authors shaking up the literary world. I'm your host, April O'Leary, and today I'm beyond excited to introduce our guest, Erin Wallace. She's just released her...
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Ep 72- Matt Zemon and Psychedelics for Everyone
Want to explore the transformative potential of psychedelics? From conquering anxiety and depression to pushing the boundaries of consciousness, Matt lays it all out for beginners and veterans alike. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation that might just change the way you see the world. In…
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Ep 71- Author Annie Meehan on Being a Professional Speaker
Elevate your speaking career with a book…or two, or three! Join me, April O'Leary of O'Leary Publishing, on "I'm Booked." This episode features Annie Meehan, a pro speaker who's turned her platform into a powerhouse of published works. Her latest book, "Choosing to Soar," is flying off the…
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Ep 70- Author Kendra Petty Cannot Believe She’s Not Dead
Welcome to the "I’m Booked" podcast, where we journey through the enthralling stories of our favorite authors. In this episode, we dive deep into one of newest author’s amazing story. Kendra Petty's unbelievable memoir, 'I Can’t Believe I’m Not Dead.' starts with confronting childhood traumas and...
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Ep 69- Effective Email Marketing for Authors with Matt Treacy
💌🚀 Welcome back to the I'm Booked Podcast with your host, April O'Leary! Episode 69 is a special treat for small business owners and entrepreneurs who are eager to take their email marketing to new heights. Our special guest, Matt Treacy, is here to share invaluable insights and strategies from...
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Ep 68- Understanding Your Unique Energy with Author Nathaniel John Goetz
This episode of "I’m Booked" with April O’Leary is a must-listen for anyone seeking to unlock the potential of team dynamics and personal energy! We are thrilled to welcome Nathaniel John Goetz, author of “The Wonders of You: Understanding Your Unique Energy” and founder of PeopleLogics. In "The...
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Ep 67- Faith, Unity, and the Power of Love with David Hayward @nakedpastor
In this enthralling episode of 'I’m Booked,' host April O’Leary welcomes David Hayward, widely known as the @nakedpastor, a prolific writer, artist, and advocate for spiritual independence. Hayward, a former pastor, has an evocative story to share about his journey away from institutional…
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Ep 66: Uncovering the Literary Journey of April O'Leary with Guest Host Jim O'Leary
In this captivating episode, Guest Host Jim O'Leary delves into the life and literary career of April O'Leary. From her childhood love of reading to her teenage experiences, they explore the books that shaped her writing journey. With personal insights and philosophy, April shares how she founded...
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Ep 65- From Academic Writers to Published Authors with Michael Frino and Katie Desiderio
How did first-time co-authors Michael Frino and Katie Desiderio get a traditional publishing contract and what are they doing now that The Beekeeper is in prelaunch? In this episode we discuss the shift from publishing for academic journals to striking a publishing deal and the value of reverse...
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Ep 64- Creating a Children’s Chapter Book with Devon Taylor
Devon Taylor joins us on this episode to talk about the creative process of writing and publishing his first children’s chapter book. His unique story combines, transformational, connecting and creative energy to bind his family together as they created the characters and storyline for this book....
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Ep 63- Finishing Your Book with Author Don Fedor and Head Editor, Heather Desrocher
Author, Don Fedor took 10 years to write his book The Ultimate Quest. But when he brought his manuscript to us at O’Leary Publishing, it took another two years for him to finalize it into the amazing work at his today. His book launched on February 21, 2023. In this episode, Heather, Desrocher…
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Ep 62- Online Book Marketing Tips with Jori Hanna of Torchflame Books
On this podcast, we talk about all things related to Writing and Publishing, and today we are excited to host Jori Hannah of Torchflame Books. We talk about all kinds of publishing tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your publishing and book selling experience. We are rooting for you!...
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Ep 61- She Looks Fine with Authors Roberta and Paige Knechtly
Life can bring tragedy without warning. This is a story of Paige Knechtly, who was hit by a car as a pedestrian and suffered a traumatic brain injury. Her mother Roberta helped her through many sleepless nights and painful recovery periods, and together they share their story of hope and...
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Ep 60- Publishing For Authority with Anna David
If you have ever wanted to establish yourself as an expert in your field, then you should talk to Anna David. She is the founder of Legacy Launchpad publishing and joins us today to talk about everything from publishing to creating expert status and having fun along the way. We’re sure you’ll…
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Ep 59- Write Your Book Quickly with Dr. Angela Lauria
In this episode, April talks with Dr. Angela E. Lauria about how she teaches aspiring authors to write a good book with a simple process. They also discuss the nuances of publishing and becoming a known author. Here are some of the questions they discuss: Should you self-publish or find an agent...
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Ep 58- Book Marketing Secrets with Keri-Rae Barnum of New Shelves Books
Have you been struggling with marketing your book? Here are some amazing tips from Keri-Rae Barnum who has been working for many years to help authors gain more visibility with their books. To connect with her visit https://newshelves.com/. To find out more about becoming a published author visit...
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Ep 57- Branding Your Book Business with Author Jeffrey Shaw
In this episode, we talk about all things business branding. Use your book to grow your business. How? Listen in and Jeffrey Shaw will tell you! Jeffrey Shaw is often described as an authority and advocate for self-employed business owners, valued for his actionable and “in the trenches” approach...
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Ep 56- How to Get Traditionally Published with Literary Agent Mark Gottlieb
What does it mean to work with a literary agent? How do you find one? How do you submit your manuscript or proposal to them? How do they select who they want to work with? What role do they play in helping a prospective author secure a coveted publishing contract with a large traditional…
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Ep 55- Writing Fiction and Growing Your Fan Base with Lars Emmerich
Where do you start when you’re writing a novel? Do you need to know the ending first? Map out each character's journey? Or do you just dive in and see where the storyline takes you? On today’s episode, USA Today best-selling author Lars Emmerich tells all. He reveals his plan for writing...
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Ep 54- How to Write a Successful Book Proposal with Robin Colucci
Do you have a dream of being publishing by a New York publishing house? Many do! On this episode, Robin Colucci shares her behind-the-scenes knowledge of writing a book proposal and attracting a literary agent who can help sell your idea to a publisher. With strategic insight, proven experience…
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Ep 53- Easy Ways to Market and Sell Your Book with Clayton Noblit
So you wrote a book…now what? On this episode, Clayton Noblit with Written Word Media talks about the struggles authors have to effectively market their books and simple ways to get your book in front of more potential readers. We cover the basics like focusing on high-quality editorial and...
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Ep 52- Writing Tips from Book Strategist Dan Janal
Dan Janal *(rhymes with canal) Dan Janal is a book strategist who helps professionals and business owners write important books that can help build their careers and leave a lasting legacy. No matter where you are in the book-writing process. Here are some questions we discussed during this...
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Ep 51- How to Grow Your Readership with Anne Janzer
In this episode I talk with Anne Janzer who is an award-winning author, book coach, and unabashed nonfiction geek on a mission to help people make a positive impact with their writing. Her writing-related books include The Writer's Process and Get the Word Out. These are some of the questions we...
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Ep 50- What a Book Can do in Ten Years!
Welcome back to the I’m Booked Podcast! Today is storytime. Sit back, relax and allow me to read to you from Chapter 1 of our book The Influencer’s Path to Successful Publishing called April’s (Not So Pretty) Publishing Story. It brought me back in time to 2012 when I had the courage to publish…
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Ep 49: Tips to Finish Your Book with Author Tammy Gooler Loeb
On this episode, April and Tammy talk about the power of mapping out your book, scheduling time to write and enlisting the help of others. Whether it be a writing coach, a support group, an editor, or a friend, getting to the finish line is not possible alone. Tammy also shares some encouragement...
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✨ Step into the world of book publishing with us! Whether you’re a book lover, a budding author, or just curious about what happens behind the scenes, this show has something for you. Each episode features conversations with industry insiders—authors, publishers, agents, and marketing pros—who share real stories, helpful tips, and publishing wisdom. From writing your first draft to launching your book into the world, we cover it all.
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