What If My Book Launch Is a Dud?

Episode Description:

In this episode of "What If? For Authors," Claire Taylor tackles the anxiety-inducing topic of book launches. Drawing from her experience as an Enneagram coach and her own author journey, Claire explores the fear of a book launch failing and how it affects different Enneagram types. Whether you're launching your first book or your tenth, this episode provides a compassionate and realistic approach to managing your expectations and emotions.

Key Takeaways:

• A book launch's success or failure doesn't define your book's long-term potential.
• Understanding your Enneagram type can provide valuable insights into how you handle book launches and their outcomes.
• Develop self-compassion and curiosity when setting expectations for your book launch.
• Conditions outside your control can affect your launch; recognize and respect these factors.
• Celebrate your accomplishments and take care of your well-being on launch day.

Why Listen? If you find yourself anxious about book launches or feeling overwhelmed by their potential outcomes, this episode offers a thoughtful and empathetic perspective. 

Links Mentioned:

• Sustain Your Author Career - Available June 13th
• Reclaim Your Author Career
• The Child in You by Stephanie Stahl
• Nine Lenses on the World by Dr. Jerome Wagner

Join the Conversation: Have a question or fear you'd like me to explore? Reach out to me at contact@ffs.media.

Access the transcript for this episode here.

Happy Writing!