THE BEST WAY TO TELL YOUR STORY
Share Your Message & Grow Your Audience
If you’ve been in the online business space for even a short amount of time, you’ve probably heard someone say that the best way to spread an idea or message is with a book.
And it’s true. A book lets you put the most essential stuff all in one place. It's a visible, tangible way to tell your story, one that will continue to live on the shelf even long after it’s been read.
It’s also an incredible way to establish yourself as an authority in your field or niche. A book demonstrates your dedication and strength in refining your message, and in seeing a huge project through to the end.
And yes, writing and publishing a book can also create new revenue streams for you, not just from the book itself, but by leading customers to the products and services you offer.
Here at SPI we’ve supported Pat in self-publishing not one, not two, but three books: Let Go, Will It Fly?, and Superfans. Through the success of these books, we know how valuable it is for you and your brand to have a published book with your name on it as the author.
The benefits of publishing your own book can be huge. But the task of actually writing and getting your book out into the world? That can seem daunting, especially for first-time authors.
That’s where we come in.
On this page, you'll find:
- A detailed guide to get you started with your own book
- Courses designed to help you go deeper
- Our best free articles and tutorials on book writing and publishing
- Our favorite tool for authors
- Podcast interviews with successful authors
Free Guides
Our essential guide to book publishing
Courses and Workshops
Courses to help you get started

Productivity with Purpose Workshop

Email Marketing Magic
Grow your list, make more money, and automate like magic with this course on establishing an email marketing program. Ideal for anyone new to or frustrated with email marketing.

A to Z Webinars
A step-by-step roadmap to help you create and deliver webinars that work. Grow your list. Increase trust. Make more money. Ideal for business owners looking for growth.

Traffic Booster Workshop
Learn to increase your exposure and grow your business without paying for ads with this 90-minute workshop from Pat Flynn. Learn strategies you can immediately put into action.
Articles
Insightful articles about writing, editing, publishing, and marketing a book

How to Market a Book (Hint: It Starts Before You Write!)
Want to learn how to market a book? Here's everything you need to know, from book marketing on Amazon to book launch teams and social media strategy.
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My February 2016 Monthly Income Report
My new book, Will It Fly?, went on sale on February 1. In my February 2016 Monthly Income Report, I’m stoked to share how it performed.
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Behind the Scenes of the Will It Fly? Social Media Strategy
Two weeks after the launch of Will It Fly?, this post shares all the details behind the social media strategy promotion for the book.
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How to Be EVEN MORE Everywhere
Let's explore other platforms to reach a bigger audience, beyond your blog, and even a podcast and video channel. What else is there?
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Book Publishing Cheat Sheet
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We'll send the Book Publishing Cheat Sheet straight to your email.
Get a high-level overview of the five stages of publishing, from pre-writing to marketing, whether you're writing an ebook or a print book, and whether you're self-publishing or going the traditional route.
Recommended Tool
Authors Who Lead Summit
Get access to a host of world-class best selling authors and experts who share powerful tips, tricks, and strategies to help you write a bestselling book that people will love.
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Podcasts
Book publishing podcast episodes
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Smart Passive Income Podcast with Pat Flynn
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AskPat 2.0
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Smart Passive Income Podcast with Pat Flynn
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AskPat 2.0

Smart Passive Income Podcast with Pat Flynn
Weekly interviews, strategy, and advice for building your online business the smart way.
Featured Episodes:
March 23, 2016SPI 206: How SPI Reader Robert Duff Is Building Passive Income with Books on Amazon
January 27, 2016SPI 198: Building a Book Launch “Street Team” (Plus Pre-Order)
January 20, 2016SPI 197: Behind the Scenes of Writing Will It Fly?
September 2, 2014SPI 124: Your Author Empire—Pick a Niche and Publish for Profit with Steve Scott
September 5, 2013SPI 079: Time Travel and Book Marketing with Jeff Goins—Strategies to Help You Sell More Books and Spread Your Word

AskPat 2.0
A weekly coaching call on online business, blogging, marketing, and lifestyle design.