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Hosted by Meghan Stevenson · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 55 episodes
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"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 frien
Meghan Stevenson hosts Kind Of A Big Book Deal, a arts show with 55 episodes published.
Send us Fan Mail AI may be loud, but your real ideas still matter. In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, Meghan breaks down what entrepreneurs, experts, creators, and thought leaders need to understand about AI, co
Send us Fan Mail What if your book idea could become more than a book and become the reason your audience, business, and income finally grow? In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, Meghan Stevenson pulls back the cu
Send us Fan Mail A book deal is not just about having a great idea. It is about knowing how publishing really works before you step into the room. In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, Meghan Stevenson talks with l
Send us Fan Mail What really makes a book a bestseller, and is the famous “blueprint” worth following? In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, Meghan Stevenson breaks down what entrepreneurs need to understand about
Send us Fan Mail A six-figure book deal sounds exciting, but the real story is more honest and more useful than a big number. In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, Meghan Stevenson explains what entrepreneurs, expe
Send us Fan Mail What if the book deal you want depends less on your idea and more on the business you build around it? In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, Meghan Stevenson sits down with Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas,
Send us Fan Mail Stop writing the book before you build the platform. In this fiery episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, Meghan Stevenson breaks down one of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs, experts, and creators make w
Send us Fan Mail What if the biggest risk is letting other people define success for you? In this episode, Meghan Stevenson sits down with Amy Smilovic, founder of Tibi and author of Almost Reckless, to talk about buildi
Send us Fan Mail What actually makes a publisher say yes to a book deal? In this episode, Meghan Stevenson breaks down the real thinking behind successful traditional publishing deals through her 3P framework: potential,
Send us Fan Mail What if the biggest value of your book has nothing to do with book sales alone? In this episode, Meghan Stevenson explains why a book is more than a product. It is intellectual property, and that changes
Send us Fan Mail 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 build
Send us Fan Mail 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 traditi
Send us Fan Mail 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 publishin
Send us Fan Mail 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-b
Send us Fan Mail 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 ei
Send us Fan Mail 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 Stevenso
Send us Fan Mail 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 Manage
Send us Fan Mail 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: Americ
Send us Fan Mail 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 bust
Send us Fan Mail 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 identi
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