I’m pleased to interview one of our Biz Book Publishing Hub's Founding Partners. Our Hub Partners are experts who support entrepreneurs along their author journey. Before we dive in, here’s a quick word from our sponsor. Today's guest is a publishing consultant specializing in helping authors of all types, from children's picture books to self-help and business books, achieve their publishing goals. As the founder of The Writer's Ally, she leads a skilled team with deep industry experience, including backgrounds with literary agents and traditional publishers. With over 20 years in the publishing industry, she leverages her extensive knowledge to guide authors through writing, publishing, and marketing high-quality books. Her services range from concept development and editing to book design and marketing, all delivered with a personal touch. She works closely with purpose-driven experts, helping them establish themselves as credible voices. Her unique approach boosts authors' visibility and opens doors to new opportunities, creating books that are valuable to readers and also increase the authors' bottom lines. Please join me in welcoming Ally Machate. Join us as Ally Machate shares her journey from a book-loving child to a successful publishing consultant, highlighting the importance of strategic planning and authenticity in book publishing. In this episode, we discuss: Her diverse career covers commercial fiction, non-fiction, and memoirs, leading to her freelance editing and ghostwriting roles, and eventually managing a team at The Writer’s Ally. Her preference for meeting authors early, providing services like outlining, developmental editing, and preparing submission packages for agents and independent publishing. She emphasizes the need to see books as tools within a broader business strategy, and her passion for education and connectivity shines through her services and speaking engagements. Listen in to discover why Ally Machate’s insights are invaluable for authors navigating the complex publishing landscape with a strategic and authentic approach! 🎧 Links Biz Book Publishing Hub Founding Partner LinkedIn www.thewritersally.com Books mentioned in this episode: "The Effortless Perfection Myth: Debunking the Myth and Revealing the Path to Empowerment for Today's College Women" by Caralena Peterson Other Resources Learn more about Independent Authors Association Hybrid Publishing Criteria Robbie’s Resources Schedule a complimentary book launch brainstorming session: www.robbiesamuels.com/booklaunchsupport 50+ experts ready to help entrepreneurs become successful authors: www.BizBookPublishingHub.com Register for a free virtual networking event for writers and authors: www.robbiesamuels.com/HubCommunity Archived episodes of Biz Book Publishing Hub and On the Schmooze: www.robbiesamuels.com/HubPodcast Biz Book Publishing Hub features interviews with experts who help entrepreneurs become successful authors and author panels discussing the ROI of publishing a business book. Tune in for frank conversations about the ups and downs of the author journey. Find out what common mistakes you can avoid and what resources you can use to ensure your effort leads to business growth. Subscribing (or following) and leaving a rating and review wherever you are listening helps this podcast be discovered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
