In this episode of the Book Funnel podcast, host Damon Courtney interviews Johnny B. Truant, a veteran in the self-publishing industry. They discuss Johnny's journey from writing his first book to becoming a successful author and podcaster. The conversation explores the evolution of self-publishing, the importance of building true fans, and the impact of AI on the industry. Johnny emphasizes the need for authors to connect with their readers on a personal level and shares insights from his new book, 'The Artisan Author.'

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setup
01:22 The Journey of Johnny B. Truant
04:11 The Evolution of Self-Publishing
07:04 The Artisan Author Philosophy
09:48 The Impact of Rapid Release
12:24 Building True Fans
14:47 The Reader Journey
17:40 The Future of Self-Publishing
30:33 Connecting with Readers in Unexpected Places
32:01 The Importance of Building Relationships
34:03 Navigating the Impact of AI on Authorship
36:10 The Value of Being Human in a Digital World
38:42 Creating True Fans Through Personal Connections
41:20 Innovative Strategies for Selling Books
46:08 The Future of Author Engagement
49:27 Kickstarter Success and Community Building
54:28 Long-Term Strategies for Author Success
01:02:02 Outro

The Artisan Author Kickstarter
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/johnnybtruant/the-artisan-author-your-way-out-of-the-self-pub-rat-race

Johnny's Website
https://johnnybtruant.com/

Johnny's Substack
https://johnnybtruant.substack.com/