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Learn how to write, publish and market a book that changes lives. Every week, I interview your favorite authors - the most successful authors on the planet - to see how they write & launch their books and to learn how they use books to grow their business. I’m your host, Chandler Bolt - CEO of selfpublishing.com and the host of the 7 Figure Principles Podcast. New episode every week! If you’re ready to turn your story into a published book, apply to work with our team here:: http://selfpublishing.com/work-with-us

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September 3, 202610 min

5 Questions Every Author Must Ask Any Publishing Company Before You Sign

Avoid regret when publishing a book by asking these 5 critical questions first. Protect your rights and career before signing any deal. I have seen too many writers face avoidable setbacks because they did not vet their options early enough. These five points provide a framework for evaluating any contract or business model. If you are serious about publishing a book, use this checklist to compare your opportunities and avoid common industry pitfalls. Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. http://selfpublishing.com/work-with-us Subscribe to write, publish, and win as an author https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom?sub_confirmation=1 Popular Free Resources: Nonfiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/nonfiction-outline-template/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=default-linktree&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Form+Embed Fiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/fiction-outline-template/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=default-linktree&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Form+Embed Popular Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFpVWf75KvbPpWF3SdyMnP6&si=qbHqsnjjUbOsmMrD https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFl-L4xN1W2uz4siiD9e8zq&si=VCT4xm3JGdyESZ5X https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFfolyNrLDKBC3IbOSINdrB&si=2ZWH_PRd-ebIQ3ao https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMHs7celI_IKH3B65ze-qSlQ&si=QUymbmW7l6iH_p1X Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfpublishingcom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpublishingdotcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfpublishingcom Follow Chandler Bolt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chandler.bolt/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@realchandlerbolt Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1 Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...

September 1, 20267 min

AI is Writing 200,000 Books a Month (How Real Authors Still Win)

With 200,000 AI books published every month, standing out on Amazon KDP requires a battle-tested strategy to bypass generic slop. Discover seven actionable ways to beat artificial intelligence, protect author trust, and build long-term royalties in an increasingly crowded marketplace. Learn how to leverage niche-focused writing, elevate manuscript quality standards, launch lucrative audiobooks, and execute a high-converting one-year book launch strategy. Stop letting automated content dilute your brand authority and discover how to treat your self-publishing career like a real business today. Join hundreds of authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, and experts for a virtual event focused on growing a real business around your book, message, and expertise. Author Business Summit Aug 26 - 27, 2026 https://get.selfpublishing.com/abs2026?utm_source=orgsocialyt&utm_campaign=abs2026&utm_content=abscbyt Subscribe to write, publish, and win as an author https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom?sub_confirmation=1 Popular Free Resources: Download your free 1-Page Book Launch Plan here: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/one-page-launch-plan/?last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=One%20Page%20Book%20Launch%20Plan&last_touch___site=SP%20YT Nonfiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/nonfiction-outline-template/?last_touch___site=SP%20YT&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=Nonfiction%20Outline%20Template Fiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/fiction-outline-template/?last_touch___site=SP%20YT&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=Fiction%20Outline%20Template Popular Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFpVWf75KvbPpWF3SdyMnP6&si=qbHqsnjjUbOsmMrD https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFl-L4xN1W2uz4siiD9e8zq&si=VCT4xm3JGdyESZ5X https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFfolyNrLDKBC3IbOSINdrB&si=2ZWH_PRd-ebIQ3ao https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMHs7celI_IKH3B65ze-qSlQ&si=QUymbmW7l6iH_p1X Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfpublishingcom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpublishingdotcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfpublishingcom Follow Chandler Bolt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chandler.bolt/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@realchandlerbolt Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1 Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...

August 27, 20267 min

Publishing CEOs Just Revealed Their Real AI Strategy It's Not What You Think

Publishing CEOs just made a public statement about AI, and every author is reacting to the wrong thing. I'm breaking down what publishers actually mean when they warn about AI generated books, why traditional publishing companies use AI internally while telling authors not to, and what this means for the future of self publishing. If you're wondering how AI affects book publishing, whether AI books are legal, or why self publishing beats traditional publishing right now, this is the real breakdown. Authors deserve to know what's actually happening behind these headlines. Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. http://selfpublishing.com/work-with-us Subscribe to write, publish, and win as an author https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom?sub_confirmation=1 Popular Free Resources: Nonfiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/nonfiction-outline-template/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=default-linktree&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Form+Embed Fiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/fiction-outline-template/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=default-linktree&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Form+Embed Popular Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFpVWf75KvbPpWF3SdyMnP6&si=qbHqsnjjUbOsmMrD https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFl-L4xN1W2uz4siiD9e8zq&si=VCT4xm3JGdyESZ5X https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFfolyNrLDKBC3IbOSINdrB&si=2ZWH_PRd-ebIQ3ao https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMHs7celI_IKH3B65ze-qSlQ&si=QUymbmW7l6iH_p1X Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfpublishingcom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpublishingdotcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfpublishingcom Follow Chandler Bolt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chandler.bolt/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@realchandlerbolt Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1 Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...

August 25, 202619 min

The Principles of Addictive Fiction WRITING

Master the neurochemistry of storytelling and learn how to write a deeply addictive fiction novel that keeps readers turning pages late into the night. Head fiction coach Ramy Vance breaks down the Angel's Cocktail framework to explain how dopamine, oxytocin, and endorphins control reader engagement. Discover how to deploy suspenseful chapter cliffhangers, build deep character empathy, and release narrative tension effectively. Leverage these battle-tested psychological writing techniques to elevate your fiction manuscript and cultivate a loyal author fanbase today. Join hundreds of authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, and experts for a virtual event focused on growing a real business around your book, message, and expertise. Author Business Summit Aug 26 - 27, 2026 https://get.selfpublishing.com/abs2026?utm_source=orgsocialyt&utm_campaign=abs2026&utm_content=abscbyt Subscribe to write, publish, and win as an author https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom?sub_confirmation=1 Popular Free Resources: Download your free 1-Page Book Launch Plan here: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/one-page-launch-plan/?last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=One%20Page%20Book%20Launch%20Plan&last_touch___site=SP%20YT Nonfiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/nonfiction-outline-template/?last_touch___site=SP%20YT&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=Nonfiction%20Outline%20Template Fiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/fiction-outline-template/?last_touch___site=SP%20YT&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=Fiction%20Outline%20Template Popular Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFpVWf75KvbPpWF3SdyMnP6&si=qbHqsnjjUbOsmMrD https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFl-L4xN1W2uz4siiD9e8zq&si=VCT4xm3JGdyESZ5X https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFfolyNrLDKBC3IbOSINdrB&si=2ZWH_PRd-ebIQ3ao https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMHs7celI_IKH3B65ze-qSlQ&si=QUymbmW7l6iH_p1X Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfpublishingcom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpublishingdotcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfpublishingcom Follow Chandler Bolt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chandler.bolt/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@realchandlerbolt Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1 Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...

August 23, 202610 min

The 3 Types of Founder Books Every CEO Needs to Know About (Shoe Dog, Miracle Morning & More)

Choosing the right books for business owners to write can establish your authority. Learn how to select the best format for your goals. Writing a book is a significant commitment for any entrepreneur. This guide breaks down three specific book types: the Instruction Manual, the Company Manifesto, and the Category King. By identifying which format fits your current business needs and writing capabilities, you can create a more effective content marketing strategy that serves both you and your audience. We examine the benefits and challenges associated with each approach. You will learn the core characteristics of these book models so you can decide which path aligns with your long-term vision. Whether you need to systematize your internal processes or position your brand as a market leader, authoring a book helps clarify your message and scale your influence. Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. http://selfpublishing.com/work-with-us Subscribe to write, publish, and win as an author https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom?sub_confirmation=1 Popular Free Resources: Nonfiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/nonfiction-outline-template/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=default-linktree&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Form+Embed Fiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/fiction-outline-template/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=default-linktree&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Form+Embed Popular Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFpVWf75KvbPpWF3SdyMnP6&si=qbHqsnjjUbOsmMrD https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFl-L4xN1W2uz4siiD9e8zq&si=VCT4xm3JGdyESZ5X https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFfolyNrLDKBC3IbOSINdrB&si=2ZWH_PRd-ebIQ3ao https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMHs7celI_IKH3B65ze-qSlQ&si=QUymbmW7l6iH_p1X Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfpublishingcom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpublishingdotcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfpublishingcom Follow Chandler Bolt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chandler.bolt/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@realchandlerbolt Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1 Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...

August 22, 20269 min

Hybrid Publishers Are a SCAM! Here's the Truth They Don't Tell You...

Avoid a hybrid publishing scam by learning the red flags before you sign any contracts. Protect your manuscript and budget. Many new authors are targeted by predatory companies masquerading as legitimate partners. This video breaks down why hybrid publishing often fails to deliver the promised results and why the industry lacks the transparency needed to protect writers. If you are currently evaluating your options for getting your work into print, this analysis will clarify exactly what you are getting into. Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. http://selfpublishing.com/work-with-us Subscribe to write, publish, and win as an author https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom?sub_confirmation=1 Popular Free Resources: Nonfiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/nonfiction-outline-template/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=default-linktree&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Form+Embed Fiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/fiction-outline-template/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=default-linktree&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Form+Embed Popular Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFpVWf75KvbPpWF3SdyMnP6&si=qbHqsnjjUbOsmMrD https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFl-L4xN1W2uz4siiD9e8zq&si=VCT4xm3JGdyESZ5X https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFfolyNrLDKBC3IbOSINdrB&si=2ZWH_PRd-ebIQ3ao https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMHs7celI_IKH3B65ze-qSlQ&si=QUymbmW7l6iH_p1X Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfpublishingcom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpublishingdotcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfpublishingcom Follow Chandler Bolt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chandler.bolt/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@realchandlerbolt Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1 Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...

August 19, 202613 min

The Problem With Hiring A Ghostwriter To Write Your Book (And What To Do Instead)

Many aspiring authors fall into the ghostwriting trap because they believe they can simply pay for a quality book without personal effort. We examine why most quick-fix solutions fail and provide practical alternatives for getting your work written legitimately. By understanding how to spot book ghostwriting scams early, you save money and maintain creative control over your project. This guide is essential for anyone currently researching author services or debating the cost of hiring a ghostwriter. Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. http://selfpublishing.com/work-with-us Subscribe to write, publish, and win as an author https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom?sub_confirmation=1 Popular Free Resources: Nonfiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/nonfiction-outline-template/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=default-linktree&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Form+Embed Fiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/fiction-outline-template/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=default-linktree&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Form+Embed Popular Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFpVWf75KvbPpWF3SdyMnP6&si=qbHqsnjjUbOsmMrD https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFl-L4xN1W2uz4siiD9e8zq&si=VCT4xm3JGdyESZ5X https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFfolyNrLDKBC3IbOSINdrB&si=2ZWH_PRd-ebIQ3ao https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMHs7celI_IKH3B65ze-qSlQ&si=QUymbmW7l6iH_p1X Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfpublishingcom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpublishingdotcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfpublishingcom Follow Chandler Bolt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chandler.bolt/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@realchandlerbolt Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1 Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...

August 18, 20266 min

Book Genres That Always Fail- 7 Book Genres with Shockingly High Failure Rates [Backed By Data]

Publishing a manuscript without analyzing market demand can completely destroy your launch before you even get started. Based on internal data from over 7,000 self-published titles, this high-energy breakdown uncovers the specific high-risk book types that consistently struggle to generate reviews or maintain sales momentum. Discover the primary structural flaws, positioning mistakes, and formatting pitfalls that cause well-intentioned books to flop on Amazon KDP. Learn how simple strategic pivots can protect your publishing timeline and transform an uninspired concept into an author success story today. Join hundreds of authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, and experts for a virtual event focused on growing a real business around your book, message, and expertise. Author Business Summit Aug 26 - 27, 2026 https://get.selfpublishing.com/abs2026?utm_source=orgsocialyt&utm_campaign=abs2026&utm_content=absspyt Subscribe to write, publish, and win as an author https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom?sub_confirmation=1 Popular Free Resources: Download your free 1-Page Book Launch Plan here: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/one-page-launch-plan/?last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=One%20Page%20Book%20Launch%20Plan&last_touch___site=SP%20YT Nonfiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/nonfiction-outline-template/?last_touch___site=SP%20YT&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=Nonfiction%20Outline%20Template Fiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/fiction-outline-template/?last_touch___site=SP%20YT&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=Fiction%20Outline%20Template Popular Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFpVWf75KvbPpWF3SdyMnP6&si=qbHqsnjjUbOsmMrD https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFl-L4xN1W2uz4siiD9e8zq&si=VCT4xm3JGdyESZ5X https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFfolyNrLDKBC3IbOSINdrB&si=2ZWH_PRd-ebIQ3ao https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMHs7celI_IKH3B65ze-qSlQ&si=QUymbmW7l6iH_p1X Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfpublishingcom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpublishingdotcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfpublishingcom Follow Chandler Bolt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chandler.bolt/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@realchandlerbolt Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1 Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...

August 11, 202615 min

Book Cover Design: The Rules That Separate Bestsellers from Failures (Data from 7,000 Books)

Designing a bestselling book cover requires far more than creating a pretty piece of art. Based on data from publishing over 7,000 books, this guide breaks down the visual rules that turn your cover into a high-converting advertisement on Amazon. Learn how to pass the postage stamp test, master the rule of thirds, select easy to read typography, and write a high-converting design brief for your graphic designer. Avoid common design mistakes that confuse readers and start creating covers that instantly grab attention and drive book sales today. Join hundreds of authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, and experts for a virtual event focused on growing a real business around your book, message, and expertise. Author Business Summit Aug 26 - 27, 2026 https://get.selfpublishing.com/abs2026?utm_source=orgsocialyt&utm_campaign=abs2026&utm_content=abscbyt Subscribe to write, publish, and win as an author https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom?sub_confirmation=1 Popular Free Resources: Download your free 1-Page Book Launch Plan here: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/one-page-launch-plan/?last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=One%20Page%20Book%20Launch%20Plan&last_touch___site=SP%20YT Nonfiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/nonfiction-outline-template/?last_touch___site=SP%20YT&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=Nonfiction%20Outline%20Template Fiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/fiction-outline-template/?last_touch___site=SP%20YT&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=Fiction%20Outline%20Template Popular Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFpVWf75KvbPpWF3SdyMnP6&si=qbHqsnjjUbOsmMrD https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFl-L4xN1W2uz4siiD9e8zq&si=VCT4xm3JGdyESZ5X https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFfolyNrLDKBC3IbOSINdrB&si=2ZWH_PRd-ebIQ3ao https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMHs7celI_IKH3B65ze-qSlQ&si=QUymbmW7l6iH_p1X Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfpublishingcom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpublishingdotcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfpublishingcom Follow Chandler Bolt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chandler.bolt/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@realchandlerbolt Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1 Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...

August 4, 202634 min

I Used AI to Write & Publish a Book in 30 Days Here's What Happened

Uncover the exact framework used to write, edit, and publish a complete nonfiction manuscript in just 30 days using Claude AI. Bestselling author Scott Allan breaks down how to train artificial intelligence on your unique personal voice, build customized chapter outlines, and eliminate generic fake case studies. Discover the essential three-pass self-editing system, deep manuscript assessment loops, and key formatting prompts to prepare your book for human editors. Leverage powerful AI tools ethically while maintaining your domain authority to publish high-converting books on Amazon KDP today. Join hundreds of authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, and experts for a virtual event focused on growing a real business around your book, message, and expertise. Author Business Summit Aug 26 - 27, 2026 https://get.selfpublishing.com/abs2026?utm_source=orgsocialyt&utm_campaign=abs2026&utm_content=abscbyt Subscribe to write, publish, and win as an author https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom?sub_confirmation=1 Popular Free Resources: Download your free 1-Page Book Launch Plan here: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/one-page-launch-plan/?last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=One%20Page%20Book%20Launch%20Plan&last_touch___site=SP%20YT Nonfiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/nonfiction-outline-template/?last_touch___site=SP%20YT&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=Nonfiction%20Outline%20Template Fiction Book Outline Template: https://publish.selfpublishing.com/fiction-outline-template/?last_touch___site=SP%20YT&last_touch_channel_new=Social&last_touch_medium=Youtube%20-%20Feed&final_touch_lead_source=Fiction%20Outline%20Template Popular Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFpVWf75KvbPpWF3SdyMnP6&si=qbHqsnjjUbOsmMrD https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFl-L4xN1W2uz4siiD9e8zq&si=VCT4xm3JGdyESZ5X https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMFfolyNrLDKBC3IbOSINdrB&si=2ZWH_PRd-ebIQ3ao https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfjXPKaezjMHs7celI_IKH3B65ze-qSlQ&si=QUymbmW7l6iH_p1X Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@selfpublishingcom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfpublishingcom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpublishingdotcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfpublishingcom Follow Chandler Bolt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chandler.bolt/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@realchandlerbolt Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1 Chapters: 00:00 How to write a book using AI 00:54 Training Claude AI on your personal voice 03:26 How to create a book outline AI 05:32 Can AI generate realistic book case studies? 08:14 Managing manuscript artifacts inside Claude AI chats 10:55 Running a deep manuscript AI assessment loop 11:51 A three pass self editing system for authors 14:26 Formatting Amazon KDP print books with AI Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...