Decided to keep writing? Fully committing can skyrocket your odds of reaching your publishing goals. In this episode, Camille shares:

• Common misconceptions about going all in.
• How to tell if a “failure plan”is standing between you and success.
• Why self-efficacy—that is, your belief in your ability to do the work—is far more important than talent or confidence.

Debut author? Find out how to reduce burnout and find the right support in Camille’s free webinar for first-time authors. Visit: https://www.evenbetter.co/debut

To quote Annie Duke, author of the book Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away, “Contrary to popular belief, winners quit a lot. That’s how they win.” In this episode, Camille shares:

• The biggest reason why we don’t give up when we secretly want to.
• How to decide if you’re done for now—or done for good.
• Three key questions to ask yourself before you throw in the towel.

If you want to go deeper on positioning your book and creating a sustainable author brand, check out Bestseller Bootcamp. Visit evenbetter.co/besteller to learn more.

If you’re not sure how to select stellar comps—or want to make sure you’ve nailed yours—Camille is sharing the audio replay of her recent webinar on this topic. She covers:

• Why comps are critical to a book’s success (regardless of genre or whether you’re traditionally- or self-published).
• Guidelines for picking the best comps for your novel.
• What to do if you’re between genres … or dislike most of your comps (it's a thing!).
• The biggest mistakes writers make when choosing comps—and simple fixes for each one.
• How to use comps to uplevel your marketing before, during, and after publication.

If you want to go deeper on positioning your book and creating a sustainable author brand, check out Bestseller Bootcamp. If you register prior to November 11, you’ll have access to five office hour calls where you can ask Camille questions about your individual book and career. Visit evenbetter.co/besteller to learn more.

Welcome to the Career Novelist Podcast!

After 100 episodes of You Should Write a Book, Camille is (very slightly) shifting the focus of the podcast. In this episode, she shares:

• The definition of a Career Novelist—and why this term alone can help you bounce back from publishing setbacks.
• Her response to a well-known industry expert who asked her, “Aren’t you worried about giving writers false hope?”
• The number one hurdle novelists face when it comes to publishing (spoiler alert: it’s marketing!)—and why focusing on writing is the best way to get over that and reach more readers.

To learn more about Bestseller Bootcamp, visit: www.evenbetter.co/bestseller

On the 100th episode of the You Should Write a Book podcast, Camille shares:

• How a quote from James Clear prompted her to rethink her business.
• The single most important thing a writer can do to reach their publishing goals (hint: it’s not building a social media following).
• What to do if a lack of time, focus, or follow-through is keeping you from writing.

To sign up for the free Nail Your Comps webinar on October 24, 2024, visit: www.evenbetter.co/webinar

To learn more about The Hot Sheet newsletter, which Camille mentions in today’s episode, visit: https://hotsheetpub.com

Note: This podcast will publish biweekly for the rest of 2024. The next episode will air October 29, 2024.

If you’re between books—or are simply thinking about what you’ll write after you’re done with your current draft—this episode is for you. Camille shares:

• How the paradox of choice can impact your writing career.
• Why writers are often especially vulnerable to “shiny object syndrome.”
• Five simple questions to ask yourself before committing to a book or another big project.

For more resources on creating an even better author career, visit https://www.evenbetter.co

Whether you need help with craft, marketing, or your mindset, support can be transformative for your author career. In this episode, Camille shares:

• How to find someone who’s the right fit for you.
• Why it’s wise to “try before you buy” (plus easy ways to do just that).
• The importance of trusting your gut—and the difference between intuition and anxiety.
• What to do if you have buyer’s remorse.

Yes, envy can feel lousy—but it also contains crucial information that can help your author career. In this episode, Camille shares:

• The surprising upside of being jealous about another writer’s success.
• Common misconceptions about envy—and how to harness that feeling to reach your next level as an author.
• Simple solutions for navigating another writer’s jealousy toward you.