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You’ve been asking yourself “when is my book ready for an editor?” All the while, you’re still revising, tightening, moving sections around, reconsidering the opening chapter for the fourth time, and waiting for it to feel good enough to show someone. I hate to tell you, but that feeling may never come. This is one of the most common reasons
Your book represents a significant investment of your time, energy, and money, and lends authority to your unique voice: Launching your book shouldn’t involve a one-size-fits-all approach! Join Ally Machate of The Writer’s Ally for “Launch Strategies That Fit You”, a Twin Flames Studios expert panel, live on Tuesday, April 14 at 2PM Eastern. Twin Flames Studios founder & CEO
A book can be an immensely powerful business asset, but only when you write the right book. Ally Machate brings her 25 years of industry experience to a conversation with the Between 2 Coaches Podcast, where she sits down with host Norbert Orlewicz to explain how to write a powerful book that builds authority, drives leads, and fuels business growth.
Most authors who feel stuck with their book marketing strategy share one thing in common: they’re working hard. They’re posting, pitching, promoting. They’re doing the things they’ve been told to do. They’re doing all the things. And the results are underwhelming. The problem usually isn’t effort. It’s sequence. Effective book marketing strategy isn’t a collection of tactics you deploy simultaneously.
Ally Machate transformed her lifelong passion into her life’s work, and she understands the importance of both vision and strategy for any endeavor. In this episode of the Authors on a Mission Podcast, Ally joins host Danielle Hutchinson to talk about her journey in the publishing world; from her earliest days as a book-devouring toddler, to the years spent cutting her teeth
Seasoned publishing professional Ally Machate joins host Derek Fredrickson on this episode of The COO Solution Podcast for a conversation focusing on the myths and realities of writing a book as a business growth strategy. Ally specializes in help entrepreneurs, business owners, and experts write purpose-driven books that elevate their authority, visibility, and business growth; she emphasizes the importance of writing the right book,
If you ever want anyone to read your work outside of your immediate circle of family and friends, you’ll need to get published. Self-publishing is always an option, but Ally Machate will break down how writers generally approach the submission process in “From Shy to Sold”. Join the Prince George’s County Chapter of the Maryland Writer’s Association on March 10
If you’ve been thinking about writing a book—or you already have one in mind—you know it’s not just about getting words on the page. It’s about making sure you’re writing the right book and aligning your content with your business goals. That’s even more true when you are a conscious leader, heart-led and invested in helping others, someone for whom impact matters
If you want to write an authority book in a crowded category—leadership, productivity, mindset, habits, performance—you’ve probably had this thought at least once along the way: Hasn’t this already been said? Yes. Yes, it has. Probably hundreds of times. This is a common situation to find yourself in with nonfiction, and it isn’t just imposter syndrome speaking, though that can
Building a business from the ground up takes grit, but Ally Machate is an expert entrepreneur. She joins host Seth Goldstein on an episode of the Entrepreneur’s Enigma Podcast for a conversation about her transition from corporate publishing to business ownership, providing insight into her journey and the path to success. Ally values the direct, hands-on involvement in projects—and the ability to
Ally Machate shares expert insights on how writing a book can serve as a powerful business tool (rather than merely a product to sell) on the episode of ReLaunch to a Rich Life. Joining host Hilary DeCesare, Ally emphasizes that business owners should view books as strategic assets that drive business growth rather than focusing solely on book sales. A core message
Whether you’re writing nonfiction, memoirs, or novels, the question isn’t just, “Is this a good idea?” It’s “Is this the right book idea for me, this audience, and in this moment?” Most serious authors don’t struggle with creativity. They struggle with choosing the right idea to prioritize. You may have multiple ideas that feel meaningful, viable, even exciting. You might
