Successful entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and industry titans are the backbones of our economy and society. We are the ones who take risks, create jobs and drive innovation. We are the ones who inspire people to dream big and strive for excellence. But as we get older, we often worry about how we will be remembered and how our legacy will be preserved. The good news is that there is a simple and effective solution: Write your life story in the form of a memoir.

Here we delve into the realm of brick-and-mortar bookstores, exploring the pros and cons of having your precious literary creation grace their shelves. In this article, we'll also shed light on alternative avenues, such as the mighty Amazon and other digital storefronts, speaking engagements, conference sales, and even the power of giving away your book. So, let's embark on this insightful journey together.

Recording an audio version of your book can be an incredible way to reach a wider audience and give your readers a more personal experience. In addition it’s an explosive growth market and you don’t want to be left out!

According to this Publisher’s Weekly article there was a revenue gain of 25% in 2021 bringing the estimated industry total to $1.6 billion in sales last year. The jump from 2020 to 2021 was 12%.

Having an audio version makes your reach so much more accessible. There are some people who flatout will not read a book but will listen to audio. It’s even better when people read your physical book or ebook while listening to the audio version.

What are the benefits of becoming a best-selling author?

Oh, just a few minor things like increased credibility, speaking opportunities (and very likely at a higher rate than if you didn't have a book), media attention, and a boost in your personal brand. Not to mention the bragging rights of being a best-selling author.