Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Welcome to the Wish I'd Known Then podcast. Join authors Jami Albright and Sara Rosett as they interview authors about lessons they've learned about writing and publishing.
Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
How to Research, Writing the Book That Only You Can Write, and Print Photo Books with John Gaspard
283 / Curious about how to create a one-of-a-kind book that only you can write? John Gaspard joins the show to discuss his latest passion project, a photo-rich, locally inspired book, and sharing lessons learned.
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Topics discussed in interview:
- Behind-the-scenes of researching a 50-year-old story, including tracking down interview sources, online resources, and family archives
- Issues related to licensing photos
- Organizing research with tools like Scrivener
- Creative and technical considerations when bringing a photo-heavy coffee table book to life—rights, layout, and design choices
- Leveraging local interest for book marketing
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⚡Links:
- https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com
- https://www.youtube.com/@behindthepagetheelimarkspo5241
- https://BookHip.com/JHTFVZR
- Sara on The Two Authors podcast:
- https://thetwoauthorschatshow.podbean.com/e/income-beyond-the-books-with-sara-rosett/
- Jami’s launch workshop: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops
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🚀 Jami’s Launch Plan https://www.jamialbright.com/authorservices
❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5
🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/
📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast
