What is book publishing actually like?
40 people answered this on the record, across 13 organisations. The change they described most often was more clients, leads or patients — 11 of 40 raised it unprompted. 7 described clearer systems and processes. The timeframe described most often was 6 – 12 months. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-07-30. Updated as new interviews arrive.
What the answers had in common
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
| What changed | Interviews | Share |
|---|---|---|
| More clients | 11 of 40 | 28% |
| Better systems | 7 of 40 | 18% |
| Team & hiring | 7 of 40 | 18% |
| Revenue growth | 3 of 40 | 8% |
| Family & relationships | 3 of 40 | 8% |
| Mental clarity | 3 of 40 | 8% |
- “But as a paid client, you get even more.”Tierra
- “And my whole ethos is education, so their advice and how they've helped me through this process, both on the publishing side and on the marketing side, has been really critical into reshaping how I think and approach…”Tierra
- “Amani Roberts (00:00) When people see the book, like, "Ooh, that's a really good cover!" And I really have Book Launchers to thank because their design team helped me with planning the different drafts. really came ou…”Amani Roberts
- “I've also launched online programs, including my signature program for HPV called Say Goodbye to HPV. if you're wanting to grow your business, you're wanting to increase your profit and revenue.”Doni Wilson
How long it took them
- 6 – 12 months · 1
- Over a year · 1
The interviews behind this answer
WatchFrom Concept to Published Author with TV Appearances and Brand InfrastructureTierra Duncan used Book Launchers to transform her women's health book concept into a professional brand. Beyond publishing on Amazon and Barnes & Noble, she secured her first TV spot, appeared on multiple podcasts, and built a full digital infrastructure inc…Tierra · Book Launchers- MindshareWatchDr. Doni Wilson Secured a Traditional Book Deal and Expanded Her Mailing ListDr. Doni Wilson credits Mindshare Mastermind with helping her transition from self-publishing to securing a traditional book deal for her fifth book. By leveraging Mindshare’s tools and community, she successfully launched her signature 'Say Goodbye to HPV' p…Doni Wilson · Mindshare
WatchAnaconda Reduces Employee Support Response Times From Five Minutes to Thirty SecondsBeth McClelland, VP of People at Anaconda, used Agent Press to deploy an AI agent that reduced employee request response times from 5 minutes to under 30 seconds. By automating 5 to 40 daily Slack requests with a 'golden data set,' the team saved up to 200 mi…Beth McClelland · Agent Press
WatchShifted mindset and achieved immediate clarity through science-backed future pacing exercisesJody Dyer, owner of Crippled Beagle Publishing, found The-New-Road’s Breakthrough Vision workshop transformative. By utilizing "future pacing" exercises, Dyer experienced an immediate shift in her thinking, making long-term goals feel achievable and closer. S…Jody Dyer · The-New-Road
WatchTim Shields Uses Energy4Life to Release Negative Emotions and Reach a Broader AudienceTim Shields, a writer and literary collaborator, credits Energy4Life with helping his work reach a broader audience. By utilizing tools like the gist process to release negative emotions and 'soul ache,' he enables individuals to break anchors to the past and…Tim Shields · Energy4Life
WatchJulie Broad Achieves Hands-Off Video Testimonial Production for Book LaunchersJulie Broad, founder of Book Launchers, used Share One to transition from labor-intensive manual video production to a fully hands-off testimonial process. By automating the interview and editing stages, Broad successfully integrated credible, heart-felt vide…Julie Broad · Share One
WatchChiropractor Successfully Launches Online Brand and Books Calls Through Personalized MentorshipJoe Hochstein, a chiropractic physician, used Perfect Practice Mentorship to transition his expertise into the online space. By identifying his unique skillset and niche, Hochstein successfully launched his online brand and is now actively booking calls on hi…Joe Hochstein · Living Light
WatchFrom Zero Leads to Hiring More Staff to Handle Record Lead FlowKarl Krummenacher of Modern Thyroid Clinic reports that Black Box Social Media, LLC transformed his digital marketing from zero leads in 12 months with a prior agency to generating the lowest cost leads he has ever seen. Within weeks, Curt and Nick optimized…Karl Krummenacher · Black Box Social Media, LLC
WatchBrittani Phoenix Launched Two New Programs and Booked Three Clients with Zero HesitationBrittani Phoenix, founder of BeBe Phoenix, achieved significant business growth through Jessica Zweig’s Feminine Frequency Business School. Phoenix launched a four-week mentorship, booking three clients with zero hesitation, and subsequently launched an eight…Brittani Phoenix · Jessica Zweig, Inc.
What they doubted first
- “time is money and it definitely would have cost my team in terms of time.”Beth McClelland
- “I think anybody with goals who is kind of stuck or just wants to feel better about the future and what he or she is trying to do should not hesitate, should absolutely sign up and go to Kathy's Breakthrough Vision workshops.”Jody Dyer
- “Karl stated that he believes Curt and Nick are likely underpaid for the work they do. He noted that they overdeliver on their promises and have earned his trust by providing a high return on investment that his previous agency could not match.”Karl Krummenacher
Follow-up questions they answered
- Is Book Launchers worth it for first-time authors with no platform?
- Yes. Tierra Duncan started with no social media presence or website. Book Launchers helped her build a YouTube channel, Instagram, and website, while providing the credibility needed to secure podcast guest spots and TV appearances. — Tierra
- How does Book Launchers handle the complexity of self-publishing?
- Tierra notes that they simplify the complicated, ever-changing trends of Amazon, audiobooks, and e-books. They provide a structured portal and roadmaps so authors are never lost in the process. — Tierra
- What is the communication like at Book Launchers?
- Tierra describes the communication as great, with regular emails, reminders for scheduling, and questions answered within a couple of days. She felt the structure was fantastic due to regular check-ins. — Tierra
- Is the Mindshare Mastermind a competitive environment for practitioners?
- Dr. Doni Wilson noted that her biggest surprise was the lack of competition. She found that instead of feeling like they were competing, members were unconditionally supporting each other, which she found eye-opening. — Doni Wilson
- Can Mindshare help a long-established business grow?
- Yes, Dr. Doni Wilson had been in practice for over 23 years before joining. She used the program to stop 'recreating the wheel' and successfully reached a broader audience through new digital tools. — Doni Wilson
- How does Mindshare assist with book publishing?
- Dr. Doni Wilson stated that being in the Mindshare Mastermind allowed her to work with a book agent and secure a deal with a publishing company for her fifth book, after self-publishing her first four. — Doni Wilson
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