{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why Writing Your Book is Your Ultimate Power Move in 2026","description":"In this episode, I\u2019m joined by my good friend Amanda Frances for a real, unfiltered conversation about what it actually looks like to become an author today\u2014and why self-publishing is no longer the \u201calternative\u201d\u2026 it\u2019s the power move. Between the two of us, we\u2019ve sold hundreds of thousands of books, built global audiences, and turned our writing into real businesses. And at one point, we both had the same realization: We don\u2019t need permission. In this episode, we\u2019re pulling back the curtain on the publishing industry, breaking down the myths, and showing you what\u2019s actually possible when you decide to do it your way. If you\u2019ve been thinking about writing a book, sitting on an idea, or waiting to be chosen...this is your sign. In this episode, we talk about: The biggest myths about traditional publishing What book deals really look like behind the scenes Why self-publishing gives you more control, ownership, and income How to turn your book into a long-term asset (not just a one-time project) The identity shift required to become a visible, paid author What to do if you want to start writing your book now This episode is for you if: You have a book idea you haven\u2019t acted on You\u2019ve been waiting for a publisher, agent, or \u201cright time\u201d You want to build a brand, business, or platform through your writing You\u2019re ready to stop playing small and actually put your work into the world Ready to become a self-published author? If this episode spoke to you, Self-Published was created for exactly this moment. Inside, you\u2019ll learn how to write, publish, and sell your book\u2014on your terms. https:\/\/amandafrances.com\/self-published\/ ","author_name":"Cara Says It All","author_url":"http:\/\/styleyourmind.libsyn.com\/podcast","html":"