Easy Peasy Books

Easy Peasy Books

Easy Peasy Books: From Author to Authority is the inspiring and practical podcast for business professionals looking to transform their expertise into published works. Hosted by Gillian Whitney, a Livestream & Author Brand Strategist and three-time published author, this show features weekly conversations with successful writers who've navigated the journey from expertise to influence. Gillian also interviews industry experts in writing, publishing, and marketing to provide valuable insights. The podcast explores three key pillars: crafting your manuscript, navigating self-publishing in the digital age, and implementing marketing strategies to attract your target audience. Whether you're penning your first draft or seeking to leverage your published material, Easy Peasy Books offers simple strategies to turn your literary work into your ultimate business card, opening doors to new opportunities, speaking engagements, and more clients. Join us as we make the path from author to authority as easy peasy as possible!

Episodes

October 14, 2025 30 mins

Think you don't have time or money to read? In this solo episode, I'm tackling the uncomfortable truth a friend confided in me: they dream of being an author but have only read a handful of books since college. Here's my hot take: authors can't afford NOT to be readers. How can we expect anyone to buy and read OUR books if we don't believe reading is valuable? I'm showing you exactly how to slip readin...

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Feeling like you're running on fumes but can't seem to hit the pause button? In this solo episode, I'm getting vulnerable about my summer working vacation – and why I desperately needed one after living in 30+ apartments in three years and livestreaming every single Tuesday for four years straight without a break. Spoiler alert: I was this close to buying a school bus and turning it into a traveling bookstore just to...

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Thinking about self-publishing but terrified of the reality behind those "write a Kindle book in a weekend" promises? Four-time author Sue Allen Clayton and I pull back the curtain on what it really takes to write and market a successful Kindle book in this masterclass "from the vault"! Sue shares her brutal awakening when her editor told her that her 200-page manuscript "sounded like a bunch of blog posts ...

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Wondering what an editor actually does and why the process takes so much longer (and costs more) than you expected? Grammar expert Susan Rooks and my sister Janet and I dive deep into the editing world in this "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Susan, known as the Grammar Goddess, reveals the four different types of editors you need to know about – and why most authors need more than one kind of help to get their manu...

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Think LinkedIn groups are just digital tumbleweeds rolling around with no real value? Sales training expert Tracy Bedwell is about to change your mind in this "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Tracy reveals her systematic approach to leveraging LinkedIn groups and events that grows her audience by 100 people every single Wednesday – and authors, these strategies are pure gold for building your platform. She breaks do...

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Hesitant to engage on LinkedIn but know you need it for your author platform? LinkedIn Confidence Coach Marianne Avery and I tackle the fears that keep authors standing at the back of the digital room in this "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Marianne reveals that building confidence on LinkedIn isn't about having all the answers – it's about educating yourself on the "rules of the game" and then ...

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Struggling to connect with readers through your writing but know storytelling is the key to building author authority? Business coach and LinkedIn storyteller Craig Allan and I dive deep into the art of transformative storytelling in this engaging "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Craig reveals that you don't need to be a natural performer or have dramatic life experiences to become a compelling storyteller – in...

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Struggling to promote your book because the thought of speaking about it publicly makes your palms sweat? Executive communication coach Brenden Kumarasamy and I tackle the fear that keeps so many authors silent in this energizing "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Brenden reveals that public speaking anxiety often stems from school experiences where presentations were mandatory, on topics we didn't choose, and ti...

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Ready to amplify your authority as an author but terrified of public speaking? LinkedIn Top Voice and TEDx speaker Lavinia Thanapathy and I explore why most experts are performing at an 8 out of 10 in their field but only communicating at a 3 out of 10 in this powerful "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Lavinia reveals that your expertise means nothing if you can't unleash your voice to share it with the world. W...

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Feeling overwhelmed by LinkedIn but know you need to be there to build your author platform? Career transition coach Kim Ribich and I explore the refreshing concept of being "quietly social" on LinkedIn in this "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Kim reveals that you don't need to be a LinkedIn influencer posting daily content to build meaningful authority – instead, you can create powerful connections b...

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Struggling to transform your storytelling and connect with your audience? Business storyteller Katherine Ledger and I unlock the secret to magnetic content using wisdom from The Wizard of Oz in this "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Katherine reveals that before you worry about perfecting your prose or finding your voice, you need to understand the real framework behind every compelling story. We explore why most aut...

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Ready to build your author platform but feeling stuck on LinkedIn? LinkedIn marketer Beth Kirk and I dive deep into why most authors are approaching LinkedIn completely backwards in this "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Beth reveals that before you worry about optimizing your profile or crafting the perfect post, you need to tackle the real roadblock: your mindset. We explore why so many successful professionals fre...

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Think your book is enough to attract readers? Marketing strategist Krista Mollion (founder of Unignorable Brands Agency) and I discuss a deliciously different approach to author marketing in this "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Using the perfect food analogy, Krista reveals why most people are approaching content creation completely backwards by trying to serve seven-course meals to people who are just walking by t...

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Think LinkedIn is just for job seekers and corporate types? LinkedIn strategist Judy Parsons (aka "The LinkedIn Lady") and I dive deep into the power of strategic planning for maximizing your LinkedIn impact as an author! Known for her philosophy that "it's not how long you spend on LinkedIn, it's what you DO in the time you have," Judy reveals why most authors are approaching LinkedIn completely backw...

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Ever dreamed of that iconic red circle moment but thought TEDx speaking was reserved for the ultra-famous? Communication expert and TEDx speaker Shannon Malkin Daniels and I are here to shatter that myth! Known as a "communication nerd" and total "mic-dropper," Shannon reveals the insider secrets of landing your first TEDx talk – and why this platform is pure gold for building your author authority. We'll e...

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Ever wondered how your life experiences could become the foundation of unshakeable authority? Speaker and acting coach Jackie Goddard and I explore the powerful concept of crafting your "signature talk" – and why every author needs one! Known for helping people get excited about stepping in front of their audience, Jackie reveals how your personal stories can be woven together into a compelling narrative that serves your ...

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Calling all authors, aspiring writers, publishing professionals, AND anyone who cares about protecting their creative work.

In this episode I reveal some of the ways scammers are stealing and profiting from the work of authors. From simple schemes to sophisticated operations, I'll break down the tactics being used against us AND share practical strategies to protect yourself.

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Ever wondered how authors find the courage to tackle life's most difficult topics on the page? Clinical Hypnotherapist, TEDx speaker, and author Cat Williams and I will unpack how confidence can play a crucial role in writing a book.

Known as "Confidence Cat," my guest, a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Rapid Transformational Therapist, and author will share her journey from writing her first book "Stay Calm a...

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Is your book the best-kept secret on LinkedIn? Most authors miss all of the FREE opportunities hiding in plain sight to shine a light on their book. Join me as I welcome back Jeff Young, known as #TheLinkedInGuru, for a deep dive into transforming your LinkedIn profile into a powerful book marketing machine.

Jeff is the author of "Be Effective on LinkedIn® With #TheLinkedInGuru," the ultimate guide to mastering L...

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Calling all authors, aspiring writers, AND anyone considering the traditional vs. self-publishing path. Whether you're just starting your publishing journey or you're a seasoned author evaluating your options... this session is for you.

In this solo live I break down Taylor Swift's $360 million lesson and discuss why self-publishing is the smartest way to protect your creative work and intellectual property....

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