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MF 273 : Angelo Spenillo on moving forward as a professional metalhead

John Lim

Jan 15, 2020
3 min

MF 273 : Angelo Spenillo on moving forward as a professional metalhead

On the season 7 premiere, I speak with three-peat guest, Angelo Spenillo, about his new book I am a Professional Metalhead and how music has influenced his career. We also chat about how we met, Cobra Kai, and more. www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Angelo Spenillo I first met Angelo in fall 1998. We were transfer students to Georgetown Law, lost in a sea of strange faces. I

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John Lim

Oct 22, 2019
4 min

MF 260 : Marketing your coloring book

In this episode, we take a look at strategics and tactics for marketing your coloring book including some free social media tools. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: Marketing strategy for your coloring book Now that you’ve published your book, we’re going to turn our attention to marketing. Actually, if you’ve been following this podcast you’ll immediately kn

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MF 258 : Design tips and illustrations for your coloring book

John Lim

Oct 9, 2019
6 min

MF 258 : Design tips and illustrations for your coloring book

On this episode, I share some market research findings for adult coloring books plus some tips on designs and illustrations. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: Self-publishing platforms and market research findings Today, we’re going to do a brief discussion of self-publishing your adult coloring book. I refer you back to episode 246 for an overview of self-pu

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MF 256 : What do you do after you finish your book?

John Lim

Sep 26, 2019
4 min

MF 256 : What do you do after you finish your book?

On this book writing mini-series wrap-up, I cover what to do with the mixed feelings you may have once it’s all said and done. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: Parting thoughts on the book writing mini-series I’ve really enjoyed this series and sharing my process of writing a book. We’ve covered a lot of ground from April to now and I hope the tips and insig

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MF 252 – 255 : Book writing mini-series wrap up

John Lim

Sep 21, 2019
3 min

MF 252 – 255 : Book writing mini-series wrap up

The book writing mini-series wrap up with a roadmap of episodes to listen to with a recommended listening order. Note: some of the episodes repeat and the order is an alternative to following them chronologically. Part 1 covers getting started. Part 2 reviews tools and framework for writing a book. Part 3 is all about editors. Part 4 concludes with a deep dive into the self-publishing process and marketing. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, G

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MF 251 : Even more on marketing, KDP select, reviews, and expectations

John Lim

Sep 17, 2019
6 min

MF 251 : Even more on marketing, KDP select, reviews, and expectations

On this episode, I talk about why marketing your book isn’t a one and done. We’ll also cover some important post-launch considerations including KDP Select (what is it?), reviews and expectations. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. [NOTE: the books mentioned in this episode are out of print. For more, check out episode 388.] Part 1: Writing and publishing your book is

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MF 249 : Finalizing your cover, formatting your manuscript files, and proofs

John Lim

Sep 3, 2019
7 min

MF 249 : Finalizing your cover, formatting your manuscript files, and proofs

We’re heading to the finish line. On this episode, we take a look at finalizing your cover (including dimensions and spine width), formatting your manuscript files and ordering proofs. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. [NOTE: the books mentioned in this episode are out of print. For more, check out episode 388.] Part 1: More on formatting your book cover We’re nearin

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MF 246 : Self-publishing platforms and the “smile test”

John Lim

Aug 21, 2019
6 min

MF 246 : Self-publishing platforms and the “smile test”

On this episode, we take a look at self-publishing platforms outside of KDP and what the “smile test” is when it comes to your manuscript. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: Moving forward past a crappy week Last week, I lost it. I don’t know what it is, but this summer has felt off-kilter and out of whack. I’m normally a pretty chill, laid back guy but last w

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MF 245 : Formatting your manuscript for publication

John Lim

Aug 13, 2019
5 min

MF 245 : Formatting your manuscript for publication

On this episode, we dive into taking the pieces of your manuscript and formatting it for publication. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: Envy and perspective “If the grass is greener on the other side of the fence, you can bet the water bill is higher.” -Debbie Macomber (Mrs. Miracle) Last week, I was updating a friend on what I have going on in my life – a se

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MF 244 : Clarifying what an editor does and does not do

John Lim

Aug 8, 2019
2 min

MF 244 : Clarifying what an editor does and does not do

On this bonus episode, I demystify what an editor and does and does not do when it comes to self-publishing your book. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. [NOTE: the books mentioned in this episode are out of print. For more, check out episode 388.] An editor can do many things for your book but not that! Lately, I’ve had a number of people who listen to the podcast re

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John Lim

Aug 7, 2019
4 min

MF 243 : Book writing midpoint check-in

On this episode, we do a midpoint check-in to see where you are with your book and areas to start working ahead towards. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: Funky July, frayed Macbook power cord July was a funky month. One of the smaller but significant mishaps that occurred is that my Macbook power cord cable frayed. I’ve had my Macbook for almost 5 years and

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MF 242 : Considerations for putting photos in your book

John Lim

Jul 30, 2019
5 min

MF 242 : Considerations for putting photos in your book

On this episode, we take a look at photos what you need to consider if you decide to put in your book. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: A communication conundrum Communication has become a weird conundrum. We’re connected 24-7 by our mobile devices, which sit right in our hip pockets, giving us access to others through any number of messaging and social medi

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MF 241 : A primer on paperback dimensions and cover art

John Lim

Jul 24, 2019
5 min

MF 241 : A primer on paperback dimensions and cover art

On this episode, we take a look at paperback dimensions and cover art. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: To real, or not to real, that isn’t the question I’m going to take a moment to get on my soapbox and rant. Last week, a friend of mine who has been listening to this mini-series and is currently working on his book, texted me. He was feeling a deflated bec

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MF 240 : Breaking down the back matter of your book

John Lim

Jul 17, 2019
5 min

MF 240 : Breaking down the back matter of your book

On this episode, I cover the last building block of your book, the back matter. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: The Tao of the three-act structure I’m jumping ahead a little into my mini-series on podcasting, which I’ll do sometime in the future. Recently, I was asked about podcasting and it got me thinking about another question and comment I got when I la

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MF 239 : Breaking down the front matter of your book

John Lim

Jul 10, 2019
5 min

MF 239 : Breaking down the front matter of your book

On this episode, we take a look at the front matter of your book including title page, copyright statement, foreword and more. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: So what do you do? “So what do you do?” I went on a date recently and this question inevitably came up. There was a time when I had a ready one word or phrase answer. At different points, it was “lawy

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MF 238 : Basics on book titles, subtitles and social media branding

John Lim

Jul 1, 2019
5 min

MF 238 : Basics on book titles, subtitles and social media branding

On this episode, I cover the basics on book titles, subtitles, and social media branding. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: Summer cleaning and pruning social media The past few weeks I’ve been doing a careful audit on my social media accounts as well as my professional and social commitments. Calling back to my 2019 goals that I set at the end of last year,

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John Lim

Jun 26, 2019
5 min

MF 236 : The ideal book editor workflow

On this episode, I cover an editor workflow that works really well and why it’s key for your editor to also be a good project manager. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: Happy 35th! This past weekend was the 35th anniversary of the original Karate Kid film. If you were on social media, especially Twitter and Instagram, over the weekend you may have seen a lot

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MF 235 : More on finding a great editor for your book

John Lim

Jun 19, 2019
8 min

MF 235 : More on finding a great editor for your book

On this episode, I go into more detail on finding a great editor and why it’s not just about fancy credentials. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: A smooth exit This past week was a definite calm after the storm from the week before. First, we were able to resolve the issue we had with a customer on Poshmark. We accepted a return, she shipped the items back in

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MF 234 : Finding a great editor for your book

John Lim

Jun 12, 2019
7 min

MF 234 : Finding a great editor for your book

On this episode, I share some qualities to look for in an editor for your book. More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: A kick to the gut Have you ever had one of those weeks where everything seems to go wrong? Like a rainstorm, it starts as a few drizzles before it turns into a downpour. First, a startup project I’ve been a part of for two years came to its untime

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MF 233 : Structuring your book like “building blocks”

John Lim

Jun 5, 2019
6 min

MF 233 : Structuring your book like “building blocks”

On this episode, I break down the structure of a book and why you should think of it as “building blocks.” More at www.bemovingforward.com. Moving Forward is also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Part 1: Poshmark overweight shipping This week, I’m going to revisit Poshmark to share another first for us. Last week, we had our first big bundle sale. As a refresher, bundle sales are when customers place two or more items in

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