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Another Sample Episode of The Honest Author Video Series
This is another test post as I work on building out the Honest Author, a video series with strategies and tips gleaned from 25 years of digital marketing, and my author relaunch.
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This is a test post as as I work on building out the honest author, a video series with strategies and tips glean from 25 years of digital marketing and my author relaunch.
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How to Become a Writer: Finding Your Path to a Professional Writing Career
Ready to finally call yourself a writer? Discover how to become a writer with practical tips, creative inspiration, and real-world steps to start your journey—and keep it going with confidence.
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Building Your Author Platform: Proven Strategies for Long-Term Success
A clear, no-hype guide to what an author platform really is—and how to build one with authenticity and simple, repeatable steps across email, content, social, and outreach.
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Author Giveaway Email Series for Sorting Fans from Freebie Seekers
Giveaways can help you grow your list quickly—but not every subscriber will become a future fan. Discover how a welcome sequence helps filter out freebie seekers and convert curious sign-ups into engaged readers.
A man with glasses writes in a book at a wooden desk with stacked books, gold coins, a set of scales, and a lamp. Charts, price tags, and ghostly figures hint at book pricing strategies and the power of an author platform.
Book Pricing Strategies: Effective Pricing for Authors Seeking Success
Master the art and science of book pricing. Discover strategies, avoid common pitfalls, and find the sweet spot that grows both your readership and your revenue.
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Shea Oliver

The Path of Words is lovingly crafted by a slightly insane nature junkie, wildly passionate writer, and digital marketing guru from Colorado, USA.

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