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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.
The Read Magnet® Podcast
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. It walks you through the three things you really need to finally make your book happen — even if you’re short on time, clarity, or confidence. You can grab it now at HERE>>
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Lucy Griffiths is a digital entrepreneur, bestselling author of Make Money While You Sleep, and former international journalist who began her career reporting from war zones around the world. After becoming a mother, she transitioned into online business, helping people build passive income streams and get confident on camera.
In this episode, Lucy gets honest about the real behind-the-scenes of writing an authority-building book on a tight publishing deadline. From how she landed her deal, to what she wishes she’d known about writing, positioning, and navigating the publishing process—this is essential listening for any expert, coach, or creative who wants to write a book that actually works for their business.
You'll learn:
- How she landed her nonfiction book deal and what it’s really like to work with a big traditional publisher
- The practical productivity hacks she used to conquer procrastination and stay focused to get her nonfiction book finished on deadline
- Honest insights into traditional publishing for coaches and online entrepreneurs: what worked, what didn’t, and why Lucy plans to self-publish her next book
- What Lucy learned about positioning your book to attract your ideal reader—and how she’d approach it differently next time
I loved this conversation with Lucy. If you're thinking about writing a book that builds authority and momentum in your business, hit play and soak it up.
Connect with Lucy:**
Website: lucygriffiths.com