Kind Of A Big Book Deal
"Kind of a Big Book Deal" is the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs eager to dive into the world of traditional publishing. Hosted by Meghan Stevenson, a seasoned editor with deep roots in the publishing industry, this podcast is perfect for anyone dreaming of topping the bestseller lists. Meghan shares her wealth of experience, including securing over $5 million in book deals for her clients from giants like Penguin and Harper Collins. Each episode is packed with insider tips on snagging a book deal, building a compelling author platform, and the realities of the publishing journey.
Meghan's approachable style and candid discussions make learning about the often-intimidating publishing process enjoyable and relatable. She brings on successful authors to share their stories, offers straightforward advice, and answers listener questions, all while keeping things light and engaging. "Kind of a Big Book Deal" isn't just informative—it's like sitting down with a good friend who knows the ins and outs of the publishing world.
The podcast airs new episodes every other Friday, providing fresh insights and ongoing support for both budding and seasoned entrepreneurs. Whether you're just starting out or you're looking to expand your reach in the literary world, Meghan's guidance and the vibrant community she fosters can help you navigate your way to publishing success with confidence and a few laughs along the way.
Episodes
47 episodes
Why Entrepreneurs, Experts, and Creators Hire Book Collaborators with Daphne Delvaux
What happens when years of hard-earned expertise finally become a book that can help thousands of people at once?In this episode, Meghan Stevenson talks with employment lawyer Daphne Delvaux about building a platform, landing a traditio...
What Happens When You Get a Book Deal
What if getting a book deal is not the finish line, but the start of a real business partnership?In this episode, Megan Stevenson pulls back the curtain on what actually happens after you land a traditional publishing deal. She explains...
4 Lessons I Learned About Book Publishing So You Don't Have To
What if the biggest thing standing between you and a book deal is not talent, but hesitation?In this episode, Meghan Stevenson shares four hard-earned lessons from her 20+ years in traditional publishing that can help aspiring authors m...
Get Aligned To Your Book Deal with Aiko Bethea
This week’s guest is Aiko Bethea. Aiko is a nationally recognized thought leader, educator, and facilitator who advances transformational and accountable leadership through executive coaching, practice-based learning, and systems-level change. ...
8 Things That Are a Total Waste of Money When You Want a Traditional Book Deal
What if the biggest mistake aspiring authors make isn’t writing a bad book… but spending money in the wrong places?In this episode of the Kind of a Big Book Deal Podcast, host Meghan Stevenson shares eight things entrepreneurs, creators...
How to Have a New York Times Bestselling Book
What if the reason you haven’t hit a bestseller list has less to do with talent and more to do with timing, platform, and perspective?In this episode of the Kind of a Big Book Deal, host Meghan Stevenson pulls back the curtain on what i...
How Literary Agents Help Authors with Steve Troha of Folio Literary Management
What if the biggest thing standing between you and a book deal is not your writing, but your strategy?In this episode, Meghan Stevenson sits down with literary agent Steve Troha of Folio Literary Management to unpack what really helps e...
How to Get a Book Deal: Give Me 6 Minutes and I'll Save You Two Years of Confusion About Book Deals
What if landing your dream book deal is less about luck and more about how well you prepare?In this episode, Megan Stevenson breaks down the traditional publishing world using two familiar shows: American Idol and Shark Tank. Through th...
Mistakes that Kill Your Book Deal: Understanding the Biggest Lie You Might Believe About Traditional Publishing
What if the biggest thing holding you back from a book deal isn’t lack of talent, connections, or followers—but believing there’s some “secret” you’re missing?In this episode, host Meghan Stevenson busts one of the industry’s biggest my...
Get a Book Deal with 15,000 Followers (or Less) with Nick Wolny
In this episode, Meghan Stevenson sits down with author and media expert Nick Wolny to unpack the real mechanics behind getting traditionally published. Nick shares how he secured his book deal by identifying a clear niche, validating market de...
The One Question Every Author Must Answer to Land a Book Deal
What if the biggest factor in landing a book deal has nothing to do with your writing talent?In this episode, Meghan Stevenson explains the real question publishers care about: how many copies you can sell and exactly how you’ll do it. ...
Seven Things Nobody is Telling You About Writing a Book People Buy
What if everything you believe about getting a book deal is wrong?In this episode, Meghan Stevenson delivers a bold, honest breakdown of what it really takes to write and publish a nonfiction book that sells. She challenges the idea tha...
An Inside Look at Traditional Publishing From Authors and Book Coaches Lauren Marie Fleming and Richelle Fredson
What if the book you’re trying to write is actually the wrong one?In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, Meghan Stevenson sits down with publishing experts Lauren Marie Fleming and Richelle Fredson for an honest, no-fluff conversat...
The Biggest Mistake Entrepreneurs Make When Trying To Get a Book Deal
What if your dream of landing a book deal is being held back by mistakes you don't even realize you're making?In this episode, Meghan Stevenson pulls back the curtain on what really matters in traditional publishing for entrepreneurs an...
How I Would Get a Book Deal in 2026 If I Had to Start Over
In this episode, publishing expert and host Meghan Stevenson breaks down exactly how she would land a traditional book deal in 2026 if she had no followers, no connections, and only an idea she believed in. Instead of chasing shortcuts or hype,...
Skills and Secrets for Your Book Journey with Sexpert and Author Caitlin V
What if the real measure of success is not the numbers, the lists, or the applause, but the moment your work truly helps one person?In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, host Meghan Stevenson sits down with sex and relationship co...
Why Traditional Books Sell More (Than Self-Published or Hybrid)
Most books never break 300 copies. That single fact alone stops a lot of aspiring authors in their tracks. In this episode of the Kind of a Big Book Deal Podcast, Meghan Stevenson breaks down why traditionally published books consistently sell ...
Learn (Nearly) Everything You Need to Know About Traditional Publishing with Author Jamie Sears
What if landing a book deal wasn’t about luck at all, but about learning how the publishing world really works? In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, Meghan sits down with bestselling author and former teacher–turned–entrepreneur Jamie Se...
Get a Book Deal This Year
What if the book deal you dream about isn’t actually far away, it just needs the right plan, the right timing, and the right support?In this episode, Meghan Stevenson opens the doors to traditional publishing even wider by sharing the e...
How to Hire a Book Coach
What if the guidance you’re trusting for your book dream is actually slowing you down? In this episode, Meghan pulls back the curtain on the publishing world, and the people profiting from it, to help you avoid the traps so many first-time auth...
Leverage PR to Build Platform with Caitlin Copple and Full Swing PR
What if your story could open doors and reshape who gets to be seen? In this episode, Meghan talks with PR expert Caitlin Copple, co-founder of Full Swing PR, about the kind of visibility that actually drives results for entrepreneurs who want ...
How and When To Choose Your Book's Categories and Comps
What if your book idea isn’t the problem, it’s your platform? In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, publishing expert Meghan Stevenson breaks down why building your author platform matters more than obsessing over comps, subcategories, or...
Why Authors Can Stop Competing with Ruchika Malhotra
What if success wasn’t about competition but collaboration? In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, host Meghan Stevenson sits down with bestselling author Ruchika Tulshyan, whose new book Uncompete flips the script on what it mean...
How to Build an Author Platform With—or Without—Social Media Followers
Most entrepreneurs dream of writing a book but few realize what really catches a publisher’s eye. In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, host Meghan Stevenson reveals the missing piece behind most failed book pitches: intellectual property...
From Corporate Darling to Entrepreneurial Author with Jamie Trull
What if the financial system you’ve been told to follow is actually holding your business back? In this episode, host Meghan Stevenson sits down with CPA and profit strategist Jamie Trull to talk about building businesses that thrive, not just ...