What is book publishing actually like?
40 people answered this on the record, across 17 organisations. The change they described most often was more clients, leads or patients — 10 of 40 raised it unprompted. 6 described clearer systems and processes. The timeframe described most often was over a year. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-09-07. Updated as new interviews arrive.
Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.
What the answers had in common
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
| What changed | Interviews | Share |
|---|---|---|
| More clients | 10 of 40 | 25% |
| Better systems | 6 of 40 | 15% |
| Team & hiring | 6 of 40 | 15% |
| Revenue growth | 3 of 40 | 8% |
| Family & relationships | 3 of 40 | 8% |
| Confidence | 2 of 40 | 5% |
- “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 · 2
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
WatchExpanded AI Understanding and Access to Expert Marketing and Publishing PlaybooksStacie Shifflett achieved a significant expansion of her AI knowledge through Mike Koenigs' AI Accelerator program. Despite using AI daily, she gained structured playbooks that provided industry-specific expertise in marketing, publishing, and HR. This allowe…Stacie Shifflett · Mike Koenigs- 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
- Transformative ListeningWatchAchieved Ten Years of Therapy Progress in a Single Fifteen-Hour ImmersionKeira B., a book publisher and TV host, credits Transformative Listening with delivering ten years of therapy progress in a single day. Through a 15-hour immersion, she processed deep-seated childhood trauma and the pressures of single motherhood, achieving w…Keira B. · Transformative Listening
WatchEmpowering Health Practitioners Through Cutting Edge Resources and a Collaborative Global MissionChristina Connors, founder of New Soul Song Productions, utilizes KnoWEwell to access cutting-edge health resources and a community of like-minded practitioners. She reports that the KnoWEwell Hub provides empowering, new ways to address health challenges, en…Christina Connors · KnoWEwell
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
What they doubted first
- “So, a few months ago, before I started this AI Accelerator course, you know, I was using AI daily in my business.”Stacie Shifflett
- “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
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 AI Accelerator worth it if I already use AI daily?
- Yes. Stacie Shifflett was using AI daily before joining but found the program taught her how to be more structured and get better results through expert-level playbooks she couldn't create alone. — Stacie Shifflett
- What kind of resources are included in the AI Accelerator?
- The program includes playbooks which Stacie Shifflett describes as scripts that guide the use of AI in various business aspects like marketing, publishing, and HR. — Stacie Shifflett
- Will I learn about other industries in this program?
- Stacie Shifflett noted that learning about other businesses within the program was highly relevant and helped expand her overall knowledge. — Stacie Shifflett
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