The Published Creator Podcast
The Published Creator podcast is dedicated to helping authors, artists, coaches & content creators turn their books and book ideas into monetizable offers & thriving brands. Rodney Washington is a Creative Marketing Strategist, Author, Publisher, Educator & Coach.
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In this episode of this podcast, I share how I made almost $1,200 selling a course that didn't exist.
No modules.
No fancy funnel.
No elaborate landing page.
No months spent recording videos, creating worksheets or try...
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Most authors believe the journey ends when the book is published.
Aleta Hodge proves it can actually begin there.
In this episode, Rodney Washington sits down with author, historian, playwright, and cultural preservationist Aleta Hodge to discuss the newly updated Second Edition of Indiana Avenue: Life and Musical Journey from 1915 to 2015.
Together, they explore why bo...
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What if everything you've been taught about building authority is incomplete?
For years, we've been told to write a book, launch a podcast, grow a following, and post more content. While those are all valuable strategies, they aren't what creates authority.
In this episode, I share a powerful breakthrough I experienced from attending David Shands' Podcast Summit in Atlanta ...
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Most authors believe the opportunity comes after the book is published.
More sales.
More clients.
More speaking engagements.
More visibility.
But what if that's the wrong way to think about it?
In this episode, Rodney Washington sits down with Paige Stapleton and Brian Stark, co-founders of Authentic Marketing, for a powerful conversation about why your book should ...
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Episode Description:
Most creators think the next step is writing a...
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If you’re writing a book right now… you might want to pause.
Because the reason most books don’t sell has nothing to do with the writing—and everything to do with what you’re building around it.
In this episode, Rodney Washington breaks down why your book isn’t the business… and what you need to build before you pu...
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If you’re an author, coach, speaker, or expert, you’ve probably been told your next step is to “build an online course.”
We're often told:
👉 “Build an online course.”
👉 “Create passive income.”
👉 “Record modules and scale.”
But what happens when people buy… and never finish?
In...
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Uncover where you are and what your next step should be as an Authorpreneur by taking the 👉 Authorpreneur Readiness Assessment
Most authors believe the path to making money from their book is selling more copies.
It’s not.
The authors who build thriving businesses from their books focus on something deeper. They get clear on their WHY.
Y...
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What if a single leaf could open the door to a lifetime of curiosity?
In this episode, longtime educator and author Rosetta Wood shares the story behind her beautifully illustrated science storybook, The Miracle of Changing Leaves: A Journey Through Seasons.
After more than 25 years in the classroom, Rosetta witnessed firsthand how children light up when they connect with t...
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Rodney and Chela are hosting a live virtual experience called The Authorpreneur Decision, designed to help you clarify your authority, map your monetization ecosystem, and turn your book into a credibility engine.
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Publishing a book doesn’t make you an authority.
In th...
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Most authors think marketing means promotion, pressure, or constantly “selling themselves.”
In this episode of the Published Creator Podcast, I sit down with Keisha Williams, creator of the Money Alphabet: ABC of Money Activity Coloring Book, to explore a very different approach—one that feels natural, relational, and effective.
What began as a simple idea...
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🎯 Ready to turn your content into a book or paid offer?
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If you’ve ever stared at a pile of content and wondered, “How do I turn this into a book or paid offer?” This episode is for you.
Rodney sits down with Andy Clark, a former lawyer turned business coach, who breaks...
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Sick of pouring your energy into social media and getting almost nothing back?
You're not alone. And you're not doing anything wrong.
In this episode, I sit down with award-winning, best-selling author and book coach Lana McAra, who shares how authors can sell more books&m...
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Ready to take your book sales to the next level—beyond Amazon?
In this conversation, Rodney Washington chats with publishing expert Michelle Vandepas about expanding your reach through library sales, gift shops, international rights, and more.
If y...
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✨ Episode Summary:
In this heartfelt and strategy-packed episode, I sit down with Micaela Benn, children’s book author, marketer, and founder of The Children’s Book Marketing Lab, to talk about how authors can create powerful, purpose-driven children’s books a...
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In this episode, I sit down with Chelsea Bennett, Education & Community Manager from Lulu.com, to explore how authors can think beyond “just a book” and turn their content into a full-fledged brand experience.
Whether you’re a coach, course creator, or s...
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What if you could turn your book idea into a six-figure Kickstarter campaign?
In this interview, author and marketer Josh Jenne breaks d...
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In this episode of The Published Creator Podcast, I sit down with author and creative entrepreneur Josh Jenne, who successfully raised $202,000 on Kickst...
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I’m closing the chapter on The Coloring Book Creator and stepping into something bigger. In this kickoff episode of the Published Creator Podcast, I share the turning point that sparked this shift and how you can take your book beyond the pages to build a thriving brand, business, and legacy.
Welcome to the very first episode of the Published Creator!
I&rsquo...
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In Episode 60 of the Published Creator Podcast, we dive deep into common fears surrounding the creation and sales potential of your coloring books, planners, and journals.
I share 10 actionable strategies to help you release those fears and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Whether you're brainstorming your first book or trying to improve sales on ...
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