Aaxel Author Services helps authors to navigate publishing and their stories stand out | Episode 89
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In the latest episode of the Bookaholic podcast, host Deidre welcomes Alexa Nazaro, the president of Aaxel Author Services, to explore a range of services aimed to assist struggling writers and avid readers who aspire to authorship.
Alexa and Deidre dive deep into the complexities of the writing and publishing process, acknowledging that each writer's journey is unique. Alexa, who began her career primarily in freelance writing and creative writing studies, sheds light on the broad spectrum of services provided by her company, from manuscript evaluations to children's book publishing. The conversation pivots to the often-overlooked yet critical aspect of book marketing, with Alexa emphasizing the fierce competition in the book industry in 2023.
Sharing insights from her experiences, Alexa advises authors on efficient marketing strategies, stressing the importance of targeted channels over wide but shallow efforts. She also touches on the significance of passion-driven promotion, insisting that success requires proactive outreach, not a passive 'build it and they will come' approach.
Alexa concludes by detailing how Aaxel's packages offer authors a customized, comprehensive overview of the work involved in publishing and marketing, ensuring clarity and tailored support for their writing journey. Listeners are left with an understanding that, in a saturated market, Aaxel Author Services provides essential guidance for authors to navigate the intricacies of publishing and to help their stories stand out.
- (00:00:05) Introduction - Alexa Nazaro of Aaxel Author Services
- (00:02:15) Embracing the Author Beyond Inquiry
- (00:05:36) Alexa's Freelance Writing & Self-Publishing Expertise
- (00:07:29) Discussing Book Marketing for Writers
- (00:08:34) Initial Book Marketing Advice
- (00:09:07) Marketing Efficiency for Authors
- (00:15:39) The Passion Behind Writing and Selling Books
- (00:20:06) Author Publishing Packages Overview
- (00:23:35) Conclusion with Deirdre: Insights from Alexa Nazara
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