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The Read Magnet® Podcast
Read Magnet ® is the podcast for message-led creators, coaches, and thought leaders who ready to write their book, and want to do it with strategy and soul.
Hosted by book coach, ghostwriter, and founder of The Luminous Press, Cate Butler Ross, each episode explores what it really takes to bring a powerful message to the page, whether you’re writing it yourself or partnering with a pro.
From behind-the-scenes publishing insights to soulful conversations with authors, creatives, and industry insiders, you’ll learn how to shape the book that only you can write, and how you can use it to grow your authority, create real impact, and become a siren-call to the people you’re here to help.
Episodes
88 episodes
Writing the Naked Truth: finding the courage to share your real story with author Vicki Rebecca
Content note: Brief reference to sexual violence in this episode.What will people think if I tell the truth? How much is too much to share? What if my story hurts someone I love, or paints me in a w...
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Why Your Book Needs to Be Central to Your Business (Not Just a Nice-to-Have) with PR Expert Nicola Rowley
If you’re writing a book for your business as a lead magnet or authority builder (or already have one that’s not doing much) this episode is a must-listen, because today's guest, PR expert and author Nicola Rowley has a book funnel you’re going...
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Make Money From Your Book Before You Even Hit Publish with Ashley Shepard
Can your book start making money before it's even finished?Today’s guest says yes — and she’s got the results to prove it.In this episode of Read Magnet, Cate is joined by Ashley Shepard
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Book Deal vs. Self-Publishing: Natalie Lue on Being a Bestseller, Seeking Validation & Choosing Yourself
Writer and podcaster Natalie Lue has sold over 100K books. But it wasn’t until after landing a traditional book deal that she realised that she didn’t need anyone’s permission to succeed. A powerful conversation on legitimac...
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What I Wish I’d Known About Writing My Authority Book — with Bestselling Author Lucy Griffiths
If you want to write a book that actually builds your business — but you just can’t seem to get it started — this might help.I’ve made a free 16-minute MicroClass called Make Your Authority Book Inevitable
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How to Write a Book When the Odds Are Stacked Against You – with Pippa Stacey
-------What happens when your desire to write a book collides with real-life limitations—like chronic illness, low energy, or a life that doesn't follow the usual path?In this episode, author and blogger Pippa Stacey sh...
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Why Smart Experts Still Write the Wrong Book (and how to make sure you don't)
Too many brilliant coaches, creatives, and experts finally sit down to write their book… and end up writing the wrong one.Because the success of a book has nothing to do with how well the book is written. But because it’s ever so slightl...
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Why time isn't the real reason you've not written your book yet
If you keep telling yourself you’ll write your book when you “have more time” — this episode will gently call your bluff.In this solo mini-episode, Cate Butler Ross shares why time isn’t actually the thing standing between you a...
How Alexia Leachman Wrote an Authority Book That Had Nothing to Do With Her Business — And Sparked a Global Following
✍️ Episode SummaryWhat if the book you're meant to write feels totally off-brand?When Alexia Leachman wrote her first book, she was a business coach working with alpha male CEOs. The book? A gu...
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Get Your Non-Fiction Book Featured on TV (and Become an Expert They Want to Invite Back) with Sarah Collins
Get Your Non-Fiction Book Featured on TV (and Become an Expert They Want to Invite Back) with Sarah Collins 👉 Grab my MicroClass, Make Your Authority Book Inevitable, at ReadMagnet.com/microcla...
The Truth About Collaboration Books: What Works, What Doesn’t, and How to Make Them Worth It with Dawni Beth Baxter
The Truth About Collaboration Books: What Works, What Doesn’t, and How to Make Them Worth It with Dawni Beth BaxterReady to make your authority book inevitable? Find out how in this free 16 minute microclass:
Astrology for life, creativity and business with author Monika Anna
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
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Can you write a bestselling, successful book that builds your brand, WITHOUT a book deal?
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
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How to get a journalist's attention in 2023 + why indie authors are making more than those with book deals
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
How to get publicity for your book with author and publisher Daniella Blechner
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
Writing your expert book: How to choose a topic that will grow your brand
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
Who are You to Write a Book? Quick Pep-Talk
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
Content Marketing when You're a Highly Sensitive Person
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
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Overcoming Resistance to Your Writing and Creative Projects so You can Finally Get them Done!
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
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How to batch your content and create an effective batching workflow
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
The Content that Builds the Life & Business on Your Vision Board
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
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Why someone who's read your book is the best kind of person to have on your email list + here's how to turn them from reader to subscriber
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...
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How to use content to create more freedom, flexibility and creativity in your life and business
A quick note from Cate:These earlier episodes come from a previous chapter of my work, before my focus shifted to writing and publishing books through The Luminous Press.They’re still well worth a list...