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If I’m Being Honest is a straight-talk podcast about self-publishing and book marketing—created for authors who want realistic expectations and practical advice.
Hosted by Joel Pitney and Sayde Walker, the show explores what it actually takes to publish, promote, and sell books in today’s crowded marketplace. Featuring interviews with successful authors and industry experts, we dig into the wins, the missteps, the numbers, and the uncomfortable truths that rarely get discussed.
If you’re a first-time author (or feeling stuck after publishing), this podcast is here to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and honesty.
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How to Be a More Productive Writer
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Sep 24, 2026 |
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How To Get on Podcasts and Sell More Books with Michelle Glogovac
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Sep 15, 2026 |
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Why You Need to Keep Showing Up For Your Book with Jane Tabachnick
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Sep 08, 2026 |
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Thinking Outside the Box with Russell Nohelty
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Sep 01, 2026 |
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In-Person Sales: The Marketing Strategy You Might be Overlooking with Lauren Domagas
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Aug 11, 2026 |
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Five Principles of Book Launch Budgeting
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Aug 06, 2026 |
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Distribution Isn't What You Think. So What Is It?
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Jul 28, 2026 |
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Why Authors Have More Power Than Ever with Michael Larson
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Jul 14, 2026 |
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The Real Story Behind Hybrid Publishing with Brooke Warner
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Jun 30, 2026 |
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The First Question Every Author Needs to Answer
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Jun 23, 2026 |
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From Podcast to Published Book with Jared Maher
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Jun 16, 2026 |
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How to Use AI to Beat Writers Block and Write More with Plot Drive
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May 28, 2026 |
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Own Your Book Marketing
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May 22, 2026 |
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How AutoCrit Helps You Plan and Finish Your Book with Bekah Brinkmeier
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May 08, 2026 |
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Changes in Self Publishing Trends with Alexa Bigwarfe
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Apr 28, 2026 |
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How To Grow Your Reader Base With BookFunnel
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Apr 20, 2026 |
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Why You Should be Selling Books Directly to Your Readers with Dave Sheets
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Apr 10, 2026 |
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Stop Chasing the Perfect Book Launch
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Apr 01, 2026 |
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Thought Leadership That Works: Turning Your Book Into Opportunity with Laurinda Calongne
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Mar 27, 2026 |
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How to Get Lasting Sales with Martin Leitner
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Mar 17, 2026 |
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From Self-Publishing To Bookstore Shelves with Heather Hendrie
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Mar 04, 2026 |
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How Authors Misuse AI and What To Do Instead
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Mar 04, 2026 |
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How to Lose Money on Amazon Ads and Still Win Big with Steve Sarner
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Mar 03, 2026 |