The word profile used to mean what we looked like from the side. Nowadays it means what we look like online.   And for better or worse, this has become increasingly important when it comes to selling and promoting a book. So this week I'm answering a question from a listener that's all about how to build a profile, particularly on Instagram, and why publishers may or may not care.   And don't forget: if you want me to answer your writing question on this show, DM me on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/annabdavid" rel="noopener noreferrer">@annabdavid</a>.   WANT TO WRITE A MEMOIR? <a href="https://www.launchpadpub.com/memoirstructure" rel="noopener noreferrer">DOWNLOAD MY ONE-PAGE MEMOIR STRUCTURE CHEAT SHEET AT WWW.MEMOIRDOWNLOAD.COM</a>

On Good Authority: Publishing the Book that Will Build Your Business

How Do I Build Up My Profile Enough for a Publisher to Want Me?

There are people who launch books and end up just having a nice thing to put on their shelves. Then there are people who launch books that transform their careers—and lives. As a former member of the first group, Legacy Launch Pad publisher and New York Times bestselling author Anna David strongly urges you to be part of the second.
 
In this show, she talks to entrepreneurs and authors about how to intentionally launch the book that will serve as the best business card and marketing tool you’ve ever had—and then how to use that to build your b...