My guest today is Brian Weisfeld, co-author of four middle grade books—both fiction and non-fiction—as well as the founder of The Startup Squad Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to teaching kids about entrepreneurship.
Brian comes from a business background, which means that he sometimes approaches publishing from a different mindset than other authors. I really enjoyed hearing his insights, because my brain definitely works differently than his!
Today we talk about:
how a personal mission can drive your writing career
the differences in writing fiction, nonfiction and graphic novels
what Brian has learned through some ups and downs in publishing
how to come up with out-of-the-box ideas for book events to promote your work, and so much more
I hope you enjoy the show!
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Special swag and autograph offer:
Brian has generously offered to send autographed bookplates and some swag to anyone in our community who purchases his books. I think it would be a sweet holiday present for a kid in your life!
To get an autographed bookplate and swag, just send an email to info@thestartupsquad.com and mention the CREATIVE. INSPIRED. HAPPY podcast in the subject line.
The three Startup Squad books are like The Babysitters Club meets entrepreneurship. These are novels which feature a section at the back of the book with business lessons, as well as a spotlight on a real-life kid entrepreneur.
You can also find out more at thestartupsquad.com.
You’re the Boss: A Kid’s Ultimate Guide to Starting Your Own Business is a non-fiction book aimed at teaching kids how to, well, start their own business!
You can also find out more at youretheboss.com.
How Your Personal Mission Can Shape Your Books and Career with Brian Weisfeld, founder of The Startup Squad Foundation