🎙️ Episode Title: The Book Writing On-Ramp
📢 Host: Renée Lautermilch, Chief Editor of Smart Publishing and Bestselling Author of The One-Hour Author
🎧 Podcast: The Smart Publishing Impact Series
📅 Episode Type: Solo Episode
💡 Episode Summary:
In this episode, Renée breaks down the Book Writing On-Ramp—your step-by-step guide to starting your book with clarity, confidence, and a plan that works with a busy schedule. Whether you want to write for impact, business growth, or personal branding, this episode helps you get set up for success from the very beginning.
🛣️ What You’ll Learn:
Why your goal matters more than your topic at first
The 3 main reasons people write books—and how to identify yours
How to choose a topic you’ll actually follow through on
What a Chapter Map is and why it beats a basic outline
The key to staying consistent with a one-hour-a-week writing plan
How to avoid the trap of “endless editing” and imposter syndrome
🧰 Resources Mentioned:
💻 Free Chapter Map Template: smartpublishingservices.com/resources
📚 The One-Hour Author by Renée Lautermilch – Available on Amazon (Kindle, Paperback, Hardcover)
✉️ Connect with Renée:
Email: renee@smartpublishingservices.com
Facebook: Renée Lautermilch on Facebook
Website: smartpublishingservices.com
🔁 Subscribe & Share:
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🗣️ Your story matters. Keep writing it—the world needs your voice.
